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Marquess Tavern external - Marquess Tavern, London, Greater London

Marquess Tavern

3.8
3.8
136 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
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10:30 p.m.
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Booked 10 times today
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  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
The Marquess Tavern is a friendly local gastropub in the heart of Canonbury, Islington. We boast a wide range of beers, ales along side an extensive wine list. Our food menu is reasonably priced packed with pub classics and slow cooked meats.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Beer Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 3441 5688
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Canonbury
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Five-Course Menu

    £40.00 per person

    Mar 30, 2025 only
    Always the most popular day of the year as we take time to say thanks to our dear Mums. Enjoy our five-course set menu with a glass of champagne on arrival to make the day extra special as we take care of the roast this weekend. Please see the Mother's Day menu on our website. Payment due at pub.
    Mother's Day Five-Course Menu photo
  • Valentines Night Dinner

    £40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Celebrate your special occasion with us, where our passion for good food and drink ensures an unforgettable experience with your loved one. Enjoy a glass of champagne upon arrival, followed by a carefully crafted five-course set menu designed for a memorable Valentine's Day evening. Join us on February 14th, starting at 5 PM. View the full menu at marquesscanonbury.com
    Valentines Night Dinner photo

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.8
3.8 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.7Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marquess Tavern offers a cozy, welcoming ambience with a "great vibe" and "delicious" food, making it a neighborhood favorite. Patrons love the "incredible food" and "fantastic staff," though service can be slower during busy times. A beautiful pub with a "roaring fire," perfect for a relaxed meal.
136 Reviews
  1. Valerie

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It's a very. nice place to eat the staff are very nice friendly and the bar very spacious and the food was very good

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  2. Jerome

    London

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service but the food wasn’t amazing! It was served cold and not as tasty as other places. There’s room for improvement

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  3. Duncan

    VIP

    Orlando

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday lunch - Good food let down by slow service.

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  4. Anna

    VIP

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A great vibe in this welcoming pub setting. Roaring fire and environment makes it a welcome break from London bars. The waiting staff are happy and happy to serve! The roasts are delicious. Try the sticky toffee pudding - it’s amazing
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and our delicious roast and sticky toffee pudding. It’s always great to hear our guests have had a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Sarah

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved the surroundings, this is a cosy pub with old fashioned feel but with very high quality of food. Usually this is a quiet option - the Marquess is off the beaten track and has the vibe of a place where locals in the know go. This time there was an event on in the back room (a wake) which meant it was very crowded and a bit louder than usual. So it was not what we expected, having visited many times before. But it did make me think that if I had to choose a venue for a wake then this would be on my list. Overall an excellent dining experience - I just hope it doesnt get too well known or we wont be able to get a table!
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the cosy atmosphere and high-quality food at The Marquess. It’s always a pleasure to hear that our pub offers that special, local feel. We apologize for the unexpected crowd due to the event—it’s certainly not the usual vibe! We’re honoured that you’d consider us for such an important occasion. We hope we continue to be a hidden gem for you and look forward to welcoming you back for a quieter, equally enjoyable experience soon!

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  6. Victoria

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is now my local! LOVE it! We were a group of 15 all my friends liked it. Very cosy and not super crowded pub!
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    We're so happy to hear that The Marquess has become your local! It's great to know that you and your friends had a fantastic time. We pride ourselves on keeping the cosy, welcoming vibe, and we're thrilled it hit the mark for your group. Looking forward to welcoming you all back soon!

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  7. Richard

    VIP

    London

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent reasonably priced wine with a great choice: neighbourhood favourite. Thoroughly good nosh, too! Lots of choice. Service was superb as always.
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our wine selection and the variety of dishes on offer. It’s great to know the service and food continue to impress! We’re so glad to be a neighborhood favorite and can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  8. Lucy

    London

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There was an admin error with our NYE booking but the staff were very helpful in sorting it. Very tasty food but my venison pie had about four cubes of meat in it which wasn't good value. Lovely decor and ambience.
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience, and we’re sorry about the booking mix-up! We’re glad our team was able to help sort it out for you. We truly appreciate your feedback on the venison pie—it’s something we’ll definitely take on board to ensure every dish is as satisfying as it should be. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the decor and ambience, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back soon for a flawless experience!

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  9. Connor

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and great service. Look forward to our next visit.
    Marquess TavernResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We can't wait to welcome you back for your next visit!

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  10. Jane

    London

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food good but long wait between courses main and dessert took over 2 hours - staff attentive and pleasant got a free wine as dessert took so long to arrive.

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Marquess Tavern is rated 3.8 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Marquess Tavern

32 Canonbury St, London, Greater London N1 2TB

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Canonbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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