First time having a proper Sunday roast in London, and this place really set the bar HIGH. Such an incredible environment, first off. The owners are extremely friendly and they helped me pick the best dish for my first experience. I couldn't be more happy with my experience. The waitstaff made sure I was happy and taken care of the entirety of my visit. The Cellars can take ALL of my money any day of the week. 10/10 for me. read more

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Mmmmm ROAST. Having heard lots about the Cellars from many people I finally took the journey across town to give it a try and it was well worth the journey. It was a lovely sunny day so we decided to sit outside on one of the benches (yes this was in October!) we did venture inside too and they have a huge dining room area and bar with plenty of room for seating and standing on a busier night. The waiters and owner were very friendly guiding us through the menu and prompting us that there was a large table of 24 nearly ready to order and we should get in quickly. Luckily we knew exactly what we wanted: ROAST, so we ordered the beef with a side of wine and a beer. Yum. The food came very quickly and piping hot through. Our beef was cooked to perfection - medium rare and the veg to compliment was delicious. Especially the roasties. I did have to ask for extra gravy but that's just me. The only think I will say is I felt the roast was a bit lacking in size but you really couldn't argue with the quality of what was served so I was happy to pay the price of £14.50. Overall we had a lovely afternoon and I will definitely be back to try more of their menu. read more

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So this was a phenomenal surprise. On heading to Stoke-Newington for a Friday night Yelp event Livvy and I decided we need to eat something first to ensure we were at the top of our Yelpy game. On having a look around this neighbourhood, the reviews of The Cellars really struck a cord with me. The bar itself really reminds me of the Lower East Side of Manhattan, in style and substance it really ticks a lot of boxes for me. I reviewing the menu one dish jumped out at me, seared chicken livers with crispy bone marrow.....! Erm yes please, as you can see in the photo the dish is presented beautifully in and around a giant bone! Happy boy. With a side of fries it was just the right amount of food for me. The pink livers, the marrow and the green puree were a taste explosion for me. Just an epic dish that would sit well in any Michelin restaurant without question. If you are in the area a visit here is highly JD Recommended! read more

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I don't know if someone read my prior review and passed the word or that this pub has been revamped....but WOW! I'm almost sorry I didn't keep this gem to myself, especially now that they serve food. I ate there last week for a little celebratory dinner and the guinea fowl melted in my mouth and if my Grandmother wouldn't have rolled over in her grave, I would have licked the plate! I've eaten there often and am NEVER disappointed. A bit of warning to other eateries in the area, and you know who you are, you need to seriously up your game, If you don't your customers will run in droves to this delicious, chilled, lively, fun, unpretentious pub! I have totally changed allegiance and the Cellars is now my local! So please, don't sit at my table! :) read more

The Edinburgh Cellars is a fantastic space to meet friends for a drink with its very high ceilings and a glass roof in the back. Its quickly becoming a popular place for brunch for that reason, with the light breaking the dark and cosy atmosphere. There are pool tables out back as well as some paintings for sale by local artists. There are also benches out front for the smokers, people watchers and sun worshipers. Every Wednesday is a live acoustic night, where unsigned talent perform for free. It can get quite busy, so to secure a table, its best to get there by half eight. There are also DJs who play till 2am every Friday and Saturday night. This is my favorite pub to go to, even though it might take a while to get through to the hungover staff. They don't mean to be churlish, they're just having too much of a good time. read more

The Cellars - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

The Edinburgh is a wonderfully diverse and eclectic blend of the old and new. The decor inside combines dated 70s style carpeting with recently refurbished victorian style bar and a glorious domed glass ceiling. In spite of the apparent contradictions everything merges together really nicely and creates what is quite a handsome space. Similarly the clientele range from more elderly gentlemen who've lived through the various modifications to the Cellars to twenty-somethings and students who come for the quirky interior and reasonably priced drinks. The atmosphere is often a little jaded by the age gap of the punters and things can be pretty dead here of an afternoon. Come in the evenings, however, and you're more than likely to find a decent crowd chatting and joking amiably enough. The weekend provides DJ entertainment with Friday nights dedicated to electro and drum 'n' bass whilst Saturdays produce an array of funk and soul. In terms of drinks you can find a decent range of lagers, spirits and cocktails at incredibly reasonable prices. A cocktail sets you back just over a fiver whilst a pint comes in around £3. The Edinburgh Cellars has been growing in poularity for some time and shows no sign of slowing. If you're after a no frills night out with cheap drinks and great tunes then this is the place for you. read more

The Cellars - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Pre-review background: despite the arrival of burger joints like Honest Burger, most places in the UK will cook their hamburger patties 110% to kill any heebie jeebies. They need to do this for health and safety reasons and any pinkness is a giant no-no which just highlights to me the quality of meat they are using. It also makes for a dried out, grey coloured, rock of a hamburger patty. For this reason, I always ask if they can cook the burger medium rare. If they can't, I order something else. All that to say, four of us arrived for lunch at the Cellars. The pub itself is quite cool and I loved the Miss Havisham style lamp shades hanging from the ceiling. The main room has a fabulous skylight which lets in natural light. I asked the waitress if it would be possible to get their burger medium-rare. She said yes so I ordered it. When it arrived, I cut it in half and the meat was completely cooked through, resembling a dessicated hockey puck. This is exactly what I was trying to avoid so I called the waitress back over and pointed out that I'd ordered it medium-rare. She said they could only do medium but I showed her how overcooked the patty was. This was not even medium! Overdone was more like it. She took the burger back to the kitchen but subsequently brought it back out, put it in front of me again and said all the burgers had to be cooked well done. If she had pointed this out in the first place, I would have ordered something else. I ultimately sent the burger back. I decided to get the the fish pie. A few minutes later, she came back to say they had run out. So I ordered the chicken burger instead. During the 30-40 minutes it took to make the new burger (!!), the manager came over and gave me a mini lecture on food safety and why they couldn't cook the beef mince medium-rare. Rather than apologise, I was treated as if it was my fault this whole debacle was happening in the first place! To add injury to insult, they messed up our bill and charged us twice for the chicken burger and comped us nothing. The friend who went to close out our tab got more lip from the people at the bar rather than any sort of apology. They messed up on our drink orders too, at one point bringing too many and another time forgetting to take our order. The Cellars has potential to be great pub but the service is sorely lacking. Unfortunately, during our visit, it turned into a comedy of errors. read more

Great, perfect, yes please. Came here for a pint and a roast with my sunday morning climbing crew. Just a bus ride away from the castle. Didn't actually order the roast but everyone else did and they all looked great. The beef roast came with proper horseradish sauce. The huge open glass sun roof in the center was delightful after all these rainy days but my fair friends were a bit put off by it so be careful where you sit yourself. Seriously I think every other table was shaded but ours haha. Spacious place, tons of seating, super friendly staff. Ordered the bread and olive plate and the split-pea and veggie soup. Yummo and just enough! You know, plus a couple of bulmers...what? read more

I was so sure I'd reviewed this. I guess I'm there on so many Sundays that it did not even occur to me that I might have forgotten to write a review to go with the pics. We found this little gem because it is almost exactly halfway between one of my friend's home and mine. We meant to go for brunch initially but the smell of their roasts (and the appearance too since it was summer and people were eating outside) drew us in. The Cellars is a great place for Sunday Roast (I LOVE Sunday Roast), the beef one (£14) is especially good and although I sometimes go for their very good pork belly, I always go back to beef the next time. It's just so tasty, I can't help it! Their veggies change all the time but are usually pretty solid, yorkshire puddings are great, and the place looks and feels amazing. The glass ceiling gives in the summer or the fireplace in the winter always put a smile on my face. Service is usually just right - nice but not always checking up on you (I do appreciate the attention but sometimes it is a bit disturbing having someone ask you if you need anything every 10 minutes). They also have very good sweet potato fries (one of my friends could prooobably eat just this as a meal - they're that good) for £3 and their bloody mary has cured a few of my hangovers. So yeah, basically if you are looking for me on a Sunday, this place is a good bet. Especially when the sun comes out. read more

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I was in the neighborhood to buy a sweet Peugeot bike from the Pedal Pedlar (yeehaw!), and needed to kill 30 minutes while they finished prepping the bike - and there was The Cellars. I had no idea what to expect from the neighborhood, so it was a true pleasure to find this quaint, upbeat, hipster place for drinks and food. I REALLY liked the vibe here - so laid back but obviously cared for, everyone was nice and attentive and enjoying themselves. And the food and drinks - pretty darn good really. I had the chicken avocado and walnut salad and my husband had a cheeseburger with blue cheese. My salad was fresh and good, and the grilled chicken with walnuts was a good combo. My husband thought that the burger was just fine, and really liked the blue cheese choice. We sat inside, but there's a great area outside for groups or just for yourself if you wish. The inside of the building was quite impressive and the decor was very cool. They have MANY beers on tap and a nice menu. I have a feeling this place gets busy on a non-Tuesday night. A lovely neighborhood corner 'pub'. Even made me think about moving to Islington! read more

£4.90 for a price of beer. It s not much of a surprise then that the pub with such a big nice space -as referenced in previous reviews - is so empty. I passed on my comments to the barman that perhaps in a recession £5 for a pint of beer was a bit steep. A while later the landlady sat down uninvited at my table and gave me a lecture about premium beer. She was uninterested when I told her that many of my friends are facing redundancy but she really should when it has an impact on the money in people s pockets. She told me to do my research of the prices and pubs in the area - having lived in the area for almost ten years I have, there's plenty of great pubs in the area so I'll be heading there....funny thing is before this experience I was thinking I should come here more often! read more

I want to like this pub- I really do- it's a great venue with lovely staff but there just seems to be something missing. I don't think it quite knows what it wants to be. Outside it advertises 'Jazz Nights' alongside traditional Sunday Roasts, WiFi access and art for sale. There is a beautiful large room behind the main bar area which suffers from bad lighting (especially on these winter nights) and no central heating. Because the room is so big, great pieces of mis-matched furniture get lost against bare walls. I think it would really benefit from a few more lamps and sofas to divide the room into four or five more cosy and comfortable areas. As it is, you're likely to feel a bit exposed and out of place if you choose to sit there. I really don't want to be this critical about the 'Cellars as I think it could easily be a really great local pub. The staff are lovely, really friendly and always looking for a chat. They have a fairly good selection of beers and wines by the glass as well. Unfortunately it suffers from a lot of local competition from places that seem to have a very established clientelle. I really hope that the 'Cellars irons out these issues because it has so much potential. read more

The Cellars - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

The Edinburgh Cellars is a lovely pub and music venue. I have been here on a number of occasions to watch local folk acts. The room is beautifully decorated and has incredibly high ceilings that manage to maintain good acoustics. The décor complements the performing artists with its charm and romance. There are a number of famous facing covering the walls, reminding the audience of the great artists of the twentieth century. The candle lit tables and comfortable lounges make for a relaxing evening. I have only ever paid this pub a weekday visit, which I have found an intimate experience devoid of intrusive noise. I'm not too sure how the weekends are, but I imagine they can be busy, especially in the hotter months. The location is perfect. Situated right across the green, the walk to and from the pub can be just as pretty as the pub itself. read more

The setting is very nice and so is the staff. Food is good without being outstanding - you get what you expect from a pub. I started with a Bloody Mary - very good with a nice garnish. I then had the beef roaster which was ok even though the meat was a bit overcooked. I strongly recommend the coffee with truffles for desert - it is the perfect size for ending a good meal and the truffles are truly amazing! Lots of families were there to have lunch and a lazy afternoon. Overall, the atmosphere is very laid-back. read more

Great servers, big selection of drinks. Burger was sub par, normal seeded bun, oversized for small burger. Hand cut chips pretty pretty good, though at £3.50 could have been a bigger portion. Decent play list on the stereo, and plenty of seating inside and out read more

They do a fantastic Sunday roast!! We had the roast beef and everything was perfectly cooked. Inside the pub is all quirky furniture and a great glass roof, which brings in tonnes of life. It's almost like sitting in a large sitting room with and definitely gives a relaxed feel. Not to mention the dog treats on the bar, so dog friendly too that gives a nice touch and homely feel. Love it! read more

A beautifully decorated pub with lots of seating, plenty of people watching windows, outside seating, good looking patrons, and delicious food! The only let down was the slow and untimely service of the kitchen....which whilst opens at 6pm, clearly isn't ready for service at 6pm. Not a problem if that's communicated with your FOH staff and thus, patrons. It is a nuisance and detracts from the enjoyment factor of a seemingly tasty meal hoovered down in under 10mins :( read more

The Cellars (nee Edinburgh Cellars) is a classic example of a decent Islington pub. Visited a few times, as I moved to the area, and was pleasantly surprised each time. A laid back, easygoing feel, with the seating arranged for personal conversations amongst groups, with a pretty decent range of alcohol (some missing favourites, but you can't have everything), very attentive staff, always available for food or drink requests, and a dedicated area out back for the diners, meaning that the drinkers and diners are kept somewhat apart. Their roasts are pretty good, not the best I've had, but to a decent level, and the ambience is kept well, so that kids or groups are allowed get on without disturbing each other, or anyone else. Certainly worth a visit, if you're in the area, and one I'm sure I'll be coming back to. read more

Nice bar with nice (if a lil pricey) food. Hand cut chips are delish but not a big portion for £3.50 a pop. Nice big seating area in the back also benches outside and board games to use. read more

Only reopened last week. Now just called The Cellars. Been in twice. Been given a good clean up and is bright and welcoming now. Still early days, but they are definitely going for a much more upmarket clientele. Charging £4.30 for a pint of cider, they are not likely to get the old regulars back. The bar should develop more of an identity over the next few months and i will be back to see what it is like. read more

£3.50 for approx 20 undercooked oven chips, £3.75 for a half pink of watery post mix? Nice food but after all that the mandatory 12.5 service charge for being sat beside the drafty door was a bit steep. £47 for 2 starters and 2 deserts, no booze included? Lovely interior and local to me but definitely won't be back - daylight robbery. read more

A great local, good rotating selection of ales alongside the usual subjects. Food is fantastic, especially the weekend roasts. Food is a little a pricey on occasion, but in keeping with other gastropubs of it's ilk. read more

Best Sunday roast in the area! We've been coming here for 2 years now and are moving away at the end of the month and very sad to be leaving our local. The staff are really friendly and the food is briliant. Highly recommended if you are in the area. read more

Overpriced and with 'table service' supposedly provided by a rude and totally disinterested guy who went out if his way to ignore new customers. What a disappointment. Never again! Unless you want to feel like your presence there is a disturbance. read more

Wow! I have lived in Stoke Newington for 3 years and had only been to The Cellars for a drink. This evening I went for dinner for the first time with a friend and my dog. They were so welcoming and friendly and gave my dog a bowl of water on arrival. Everything from the drinks to the food was incredible. We ordered the sea bass and the mushroom ravioli with truffle foam followed by the most interesting dessert I have EVER had in my life- the flower pot. I am so impressed with this pub and thoroughly recommend it to anyone local or in London! IT's well worth the travel. Such a lovely vibe and they use local produce. Can not wait to go back! read more

This is a great pub. Booze, food, staff and customers are all that you could want in a local and the place looks great with plenty of space. My particular favourite bits; the very handsome and elegant mirror backed bar; the chicken and guacamole burger and; the good selection of ale. A whole chicken with veggies (for 2) for £25 on sunday is pretty good value for the area too. read more