The Flask, Highgate

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For a long time the Flask has been a great traditional boozer - a rambling olde worlde experience in the olde worlde village of Highgate. Stories of ghosts and Dick Turpin only add to a sense of it being a bit special. It doesn't quite live up to these high expectations, but it's still pretty good if you catch it on the right day. Having lost its way somewhat under the previous owners Michells and Butler, it was sold to Fullers recently, who have begun to turn it around. The loungey furnishings which sat at odds with the aged interior are beginning to be replaced, but the view from the front is still filled with an ugly permanent gazebo and a crowded arrangement of garden furniture. It's also a shame that the second bar is still closed, which doesn't help to quell the long queues which gather on sunny weekends. Indeed weekends can be quite annoying and loud teenagers spending their parent's money can dominate proceedings. Still, on a weekday evening the service was attentive and friendly, while the full range of Fuller's ales (plus a guest) are on offer; the ESB was in good nick. Meanwhile, the food, although expensive, looked pretty tasty. Ultimately, to get the best out of this historic pub, visit out of peak times.
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15 Dec 2009
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Had my birthday drinks here last Sunday and couldn't have asked for more - Great Service (including a potted history of the place) - Warming atmosphere next to the fire (complete with mulled spices) - Great winter food & ESB, Honeydew & Discovery on tap. Ever since the beginning of the year, when this place was taken over by Fullers, it has gone from being an above average 7 to a stonking 9.5! Only marked down for the price of the roast, a little expensive I feel at £12.50, but this isHighgate Village after all. What a place - We'll be back very soon I hope!
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15 Dec 2009
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Had my birthday drinks here last Sunday and couldn't have asked for more - Great Service (including a potted history of the place) - Warming atmosphere next to the fire(complete with mulled spices) - Great winter food & ESB, Honeydew & Discovery on tap. Ever since the beginning of the year, when this place was taken over by Fullers, it has gone from being an above average 7 to a stonking 9.5! Only marked down for the price of the roast, a little expensive I feel at £12.50, but this Highgate Village after all! What a place, well be back very soon I hope!
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77 Highgate West Hill, Highgate, London, N6 6BU

020 8348 7346

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Best thing to do is to look this one up in your street guide, but from Archway you can walk (or catch the bus) up Highgate Hill. Once you reach mini-roundabout the top of the hill turn left onto Highgate West Hill and its on the left.

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13 Jun 11 Updated by FAPadmin