The Harringay Arms, Crouch End

Well I actually meant to say THREE Aussie guys not two - and Joffle I don't know what 're-vamp' you refer to? The guys have done their best to keep the Harringay in the same manner we all know and love. They just 'switched the lights on' so to speak. You say you are not an 'old man' as if being an old man automatically gave licence to moan? Surely age is just a number? There are several sprightly pensioners I've met who are just as delightful to converse with as the younger people and the Harringay has a selection of them all. Yes Witherspoons are cheaper but who wants to drink in a place with zero atmosphere?
With respect to the previous owners; The Harringay now has a new lease of life.
Great little pub - knocks the others into a cocked hat.

9 Feb 2012 19:57

The Harringay Arms, Crouch End

Hi - Crouch Enders...this pub has just become THE best pub in Crouch End- thanks to the two Aussie guys who have bought it.
It is now a great venue - still with the lovely old feel of a 'proper' pub but with a special quality added. I can't be wrong - all of a sudden it's a 'happening' and busy place so they must be doing something right. It's as if the pub has been given a new lease of life and it really needed it too. Hard to pinpoint 'what' has changed exactly; but if you imagine an old treasure covered in dust and then someone comes along with a duster and reveals what's hiding under that dust??? That's what they've done here. They've even opened a fab little pizza place immediately next door. I love this place.
As for sitting down quietly reading a book??? How about going to the library?

7 Feb 2012 08:51