Doyle’s Tavern

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  Rebekka Bretz

  ·6 months ago

  “The waiter was not very nice,before that there was a nice waitress”

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  Tracey Trotter

  ·8 months ago

  “Called into this pub as visiting Sunderland supporters before the Arsenal match. Lively Sports pub where we watched the midday kickoff before going to the Emirates ( only 20 mins walk to the ground). Friendly, efficient bar staff.”

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  Roger Ford

  ·10 months ago

  “Ok pub on the Caledonian Rd opposite Pentonville prison. Good service from the ladies behind the bar. Google have got it wrong again, this pub does not have a wheelchair accessible toilet.”

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  No Name

  ·1 year ago

  “Great little spot for a pint, billiards and conversation in the cosy little beer garden”

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  Lawson Burrows

  ·1 year ago

  “Doyle’s Tavern — A Proper Local with Heart and History Nestled on Caledonian Road, Doyle’s Tavern is the kind of place that feels like home the moment you walk in. Built in 1856 and still proudly wearing its vintage soul, it’s a spacious, horseshoe-shaped pub where mirrors, old beer signs, and football memorabilia tell stories of London’s past. The vibe is friendly and unpretentious. Locals gather for pool, darts, and sports on multiple screens, while the jukebox hums in the background. The beer garden out back is a hidden gem, and prices — under £5 a pint — make it easy to settle in for a few rounds. No craft beer fuss here, just solid pours and good company. Staff are welcoming, regulars are chatty, and the atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming. Whether you're popping in for a quick Guinness or staying for live music and banter, Doyle’s delivers that rare mix of warmth, character, and affordability. A true London local — laid-back, full of charm, and refreshingly real. Cheers to Jackie and the team for keeping the spirit alive.”

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  Franny McHugh

  ·2 years ago

  “Nice pub( better than the other pub,,nearby!). Music/Good Lager..Carlsberg/Pool Table,'iffy cues,& some People's can't understand 'Pool Rules',& such..,but never mind,I do! And Jackie is Lovely,attentive,and the other staff..,be back there soon!”

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  London Pub Map

  ·2 years ago

  “🚇 Caledonian Road 🍺 £4.50 Pravha A Warm and Welcoming Friendly Local. Doyle’s Tavern is located opposite Pentonville Prison on Caledonian Road in Islington. The nearest Tube is Caledonian Road, it’s a five minute walk to get here. This pub was built in 1856 and started life as The Prince Arthur. This former Charrington’s pub is owned and has been run pub by the Doyle family for the past 30 years. The is a large one bar boozer that is bright, modern and spacious. The bar is set out in a horseshoe shape that wraps around a central servery. This pub has been modified over the years but still retains the original Charrington’s back bar. There is plenty of seating around the perimeter of the bar including some comfy booths on the left hand side. The pub has a pool table which is a rare find this central, there is also a couple of dartboards which get plenty of use. Around the walls are a few mirrors, beer signage, a Jukebox, large screen tv’s and a signed 1971 Arsenal double winning shirt. At the rear of the pub is a courtyard beer garden which is a suntrap and blooms in the summer. The beer line up was a selection of familiar keg favourites. I decided on a Pravha, my pint hit the spot and was reasonably priced at under a fiver. This is a wet-led pub that doesn’t serve food. We arrived around 3.30pm on a chilly Saturday afternoon in December. The atmosphere was calm and relaxed with a loyal local crowd in attendance. We got a warm and welcoming reception by the lovely lady who was working behind the bar. She was kind enough to tell us all about the pub and the fact the pub has a few Dart teams that play here throughout the week. We also got talking to a few locals, they were very friendly and we had a good laugh and giggle with them. Doyle’s has plenty on to keep you entertained. On Friday and Saturday Nights there are DJ's, Live bands and Disco-Karaoke. The pub also shows all Live Sporting Events including Premier League. The Caledonian Road or “The Cally” as it’s affectionately known, pretty much had a pub on every corner. There used to be twenty pubs on this two mile stretch of road but today only seven survive. Thankfully @379doylestavern endures, this is a warm and welcoming friendly local, a pub we absolutely loved visiting. ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 30.12.23”

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  Peter Claydon

  ·2 years ago

  “A traditional, local Irish pub. It looks good for watching sport, has a juke box and there was a singer on the Saturday evening that we were there. A reasonable selection of drinks, but for beer, think Guinness, John Smith's and Fosters.”

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  Sam Knight

  ·3 years ago

  “Just saw a review saying they kicked someone out just for being Polish. Find that hard to believe. My wife is Polish and they just served her and were very friendly. Dziekuje. Great place. Will be travelling across London to come here again.”