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The Clissold Arms, London,

The Clissold Arms

4.5
4.5
150 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Clissold Arms is a family owned local Gastropub with a longstanding history within the community. We have a wonderfully loyal local clientele and take pride in rewarding them with a reliably warm welcome and our delicious menus designed around our “Food Comes First” philosophy.

From our famous Greek specialties to our lighter bites and fish dishes, fresh from our local fishmonger, our Chefs are always challenging themselves to create new, inspired dishes. Our varied A La Carte menu offers a wide choice of starters, main courses and desserts, carefully put together by our kitchen team.

Our large selection of beers, ciders and wines change regularly to compliment both the menu and the season. All can be enjoyed in any of our five unique spaces within the pub. An inviting place where you instantly feel at home.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 11:00 am–12:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 10:00 am–12:30 am
  • Phone number
    020 8444 4224
  • Website
    https://clissoldarms.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    From planning an intimate celebratory meal in The Shed to helping you arrange an exclusive hire for your wedding reception and for everything else in between, we have a dedicated team that will help you every step of the way.
  • Location
    105 Fortis Green, Muswell Hill, London, N2 9HR
  • Neighbourhood
    Muswell Hill
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    East Finchley - closest tube station or Midhurst Avenue - bus stop (2min away with 102 or 234)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Prices per person: 3 bowls = £12, 4 bowls = £16, 5 bowls = £20

Fish

  • Mini Fishcake, Pea Puree & Hollandaise Sauce

    • Breaded Fish Goujons & Chips

      • Smoked Salmon, Avocado & Crushed Potato Tian, Sweet Mustard Dressing

        • Teriyaki Salmon, Basmati Rice

          • Crispy Beer Battered Fish & Chips

            • Poached Salmon, Asparagus, New Potatoes & Hollandaise Sauce

              • Pan Seared Sea Bass, Chantenay Carrots & Peas, Sauce Vierge

                • Catalan Stew (Mixed Fish), Homemade Fresh Bread

                  • Fresh Tuna Niçoise Salad

                    • Fresh Seafood Tagliatelle

                      • Oriental Stir Fried Noodles, Marinated King Prawns & Fresh Coriander

                        Vegetarian

                        • Feta & Spinach Parcels, Spicy Lentils

                          • Penne Pasta, Arrabiatta Sauce, Parmesan

                            • Mediterranean Vegetable Tagine, Moroccan Couscous

                              • Wild Mushroom Risotto, Dolcelatte Cheese

                                • Pumpkin Ravioli, Spinach, Truffle Sauce

                                  • Roasted Vegetables & Warm Goats' Cheese

                                    • Warm Thai Cucumber, Carrot & Noodle Salad, Hoi Sin Sauce

                                      • Stuffed Breaded Mushrooms, Garlic Sauce & Parmesan, Mixed Leaves

                                        • Minestrone Soup, Ficelle Bread

                                          • Warm Carrot & Coriander Soup

                                            • Vegetarian Sausages, Mustard Mashed Potato, Caramelised Onion Jus

                                              • Mediterranean Vegetable & Tomato Casserole, Dumplings

                                                • Mozzarella, Tomato & Avocado Salad

                                                  • Asparagus & Pesto Salad, Parmesan Shavings

                                                    Meat

                                                    • Cumberland Sausages, Mustard Mashed Potato, Caramelised Onion Jus

                                                      • Teriyaki Chicken, Basmati Rice

                                                        • Shredded Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Salad

                                                          • Grilled Rump Beef & Glazed Onions, Mashed Potatoes

                                                            • Spiced Braised Lamb Tagine, Mediterranean Couscous

                                                              • Roasted Chicken Breast, Spiced Tomato & Olive Sauce, White Rice

                                                                • Ham Hock & Foie Gras, Toasted Brioche

                                                                  • Thinly Sliced Rare Beef, Roasted Potatoes & Gravy

                                                                    • Pan Fried Chicken & Chorizo, Basmati Rice

                                                                      • Marinated Peanut and Coconut Chicken, Mixed Leaves

                                                                        • Warm Thai Crispy Duck Salad

                                                                          • Beef Bourguignon & Creamy Mashed Potatoes

                                                                            Desserts

                                                                            • Pineapple Panna Cotta, Passion Fruit Coulis

                                                                              • Vanilla Cheesecake

                                                                                • Mixed Berry Fruit Bowl

                                                                                  • Lemon & Lavender Brûlée

                                                                                    • Apple Crumble, Anglaise Sauce

                                                                                      • Sticky Toffee Pudding, Ice Cream & Toffee Sauce

                                                                                        • Strawberries & Cream

                                                                                          • Eton Mess, Fresh Berries & Cream

                                                                                            • Selection of Ice Cream - Vanilla, Pistachio, Chocolate, Strawberry

                                                                                              Last updated: February 1, 2022

                                                                                              What 150 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                              4.5
                                                                                              4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                              • 4.5Food
                                                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                                                              • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                              • 4.2Value

                                                                                              Noise • Energetic

                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                              The Clissold Arms offers a delightful Greek dining experience with "excellent" food and "fantastic" service. Guests appreciate the warm, inviting atmosphere and authentic dishes like souvlaki and mezze. Ideal for relaxed gatherings, it features a spacious beer garden and private dining options. Visitors cherish its friendly staff and cozy ambiance.

                                                                                              150 Reviews

                                                                                              1. Alison

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                12 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 20, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                We made a special trip to the Clissold Arms on our visit from the US, specifically for the Kinks history. When we got there, the host would not allow us to eat lunch in the Kinks Room, even though there were just a few men playing backgammon and eating in there. Plus it was nice and warm in there. Instead they sat us at a chilly table by the kitchen. He let us go in and take pictures of the Kinks memorabilia, but overall it felt rude and inhospitable. There’s a vibe that the current owners have no interest in the Kinks history there. The Greek food there is pretty good though.

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                                                                                              2. George

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                The food was absolutely fantastic, there is a wide variety dishes, we went for the Cypriot style mezze which did not disappoint in Flavour, freshness, quality of ingredients and quantity. It wasn’t the cheapest mezze out of an establishment like this but well worth it 100%. Would we go back again? In a heart beat. This is normally a chilled out laidback kind of place, with ample free parking on the venue’s premises.

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                                                                                              3. Robert

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We booked quite late on for my Mums 80th birthday meal. They were really helpful and phoned us to discuss the arrangements and offered us the Shed as a private dining room. It was perfect. The kids loved having their own private area to play games and run around and my Mum loved the lack of noise from other diners. It was a nice room with a good heater. The food was very nice - we shared a Greek Meze which was delicious and then had the amazing Kleftiko with incredibly succulent meat. The kids were delighted with their menus and desserts. Mainly though thank you to the staff / owners who really looked after us and made it a special day for my Mum. Thanks so much.

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                                                                                              4. Makis

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on August 16, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We love the restaurant. Service is great and food is amazing. Best Greek restaurant in the area.

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                                                                                              5. Dave

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on August 11, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Very nice place to eat, food was very good, service was very good and staff was very friendly and efficient.

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                                                                                              6. NigelC

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on July 28, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                1st time for Sunday lunch although been to the Clissold many times before. We went for the Greek options and the lamb souvlaki was fantastic, as recommended by the excellent Nikos, who looked after us very well throughout our long lunch. As the weather was good on Sunday, we were able to sit outside for lunch, which made it an even more enjoyable experience - thoroughly recommended.

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                                                                                              7. adamreynolds

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                20 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                20 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on July 14, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                We booked this pub as we were in Muswell Hill for the day and wanted to eat somewhere new..Clissold Arms is a huge sprawling pub, we were seated in the huge beer garden. We had such lovely service from the warm staff, and we were pleasantly surprised that the cuisine was Greek. We ordered mezze starters and souvlaki for mains, all extremely authentic and tasty. The staff were so lovely and my Greek family enjoyed getting to know our incredible waiter. We will return to this down to earth pub.

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                                                                                              8. LesleyC

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on July 11, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                My friend and I always choose the Clissold Arms, it’s reasonable Greek food, not too expensive and the service is always fantastic. My only gripe this time was the foul smell in the ladies bathroom, it was awful and made me feel quite sick. I’ve never experienced this before so I hope it was a one off, apart from that it still remains our favourite meeting place

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                                                                                              9. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                London

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                1 review

                                                                                                Dined on July 4, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                The waitress couldn't have been more inviting or helpful. The food was excellent. The sea bass I had was cooked perfectly. Really recommend for a relaxed time with good traditional Greek food.

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                                                                                              10. DoronB

                                                                                                Amsterdam

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on July 1, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Very friendly and attentive staff. Would go again.

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                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              The Clissold Arms offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 8444 4224.

                                                                                              The Clissold Arms is rated 4.5 stars by 150 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                              Make a reservation

                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                              9:30 p.m.
                                                                                              Booked 1 time today

                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                              Google Map for The Clissold Arms

                                                                                              105 Fortis Green, Muswell Hill, London, N2 9HR

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Neighbourhood
                                                                                                Muswell Hill
                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                Sun 11:00 am–12:30 am Lunch Mon–Sat 10:00 am–12:30 am
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                £25 and under
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                Gastro Pub, British, Greek
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                Private Lot
                                                                                              • Public transit
                                                                                                East Finchley - closest tube station or Midhurst Avenue - bus stop (2min away with 102 or 234)
                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                https://clissoldarms.co.uk/
                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                020 8444 4224
                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                From planning an intimate celebratory meal in The Shed to helping you arrange an exclusive hire for your wedding reception and for everything else in between, we have a dedicated team that will help you every step of the way.
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