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The Pineapple
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
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About the Vibe
Nestled in Kentish Town's quiet back streets, The Pineapple is the kind of local pub you stumble upon and immediately want to make your regular haunt. Since 1868, this Grade II listed free-house has been serving up carefully selected craft ales and surprisingly excellent Thai food to a loyal community crowd. Skip the tourist traps and head here for their £6.50 lunch special, a pint from their ever-changing cask selection, or to join the Monday night quiz with a glass of wine by the fire. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, with a sun-kissed conservatory perfect for summer afternoons and cozy fireplaces for those chilly London evenings. What sets this place apart is the Thai kitchen—simple but well-executed dishes that you won't find at your average British pub. It's a genuine neighborhood spot where locals know your name and the staff actually care if you're having a good night.
Known For
- •Thai food
- •cask ale selection
- •Monday night pub quiz
- •Grade II listed bar
Best For
casual dinnersafter-work drinksgroup gatherings
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 9, 2026
A True Local Favorite
The Pineapple is exactly what you want from a London pub—unpretentious, characterful, and deeply embedded in its neighborhood. The building itself dates back to 1868, and you can feel the history in the Grade II listed bar area with its original features and warm lighting. What surprised me most was the Thai food menu—simple dishes executed well, from the pad thai to the curries, all at very reasonable prices. The £6.50 lunch deal is a steal if you're working nearby.
The vibe is consistently welcoming. Locals fill the space most evenings, and there's a real sense of community here. The conservatory is a lovely touch for warmer days, and the garden at the rear is perfect for those long summer evenings. The cask ale selection changes regularly, so there's always something new to try. It's not fancy, but that's exactly the point—it's a proper local boozer that does the basics brilliantly.