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The Brave, London, Greater London

The Brave

4.3 (79)
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub
340-342 Essex Rd, London, Greater London N1 3PB

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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What 79 people are saying

The Brave reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • North London

    Innovative

Review summary

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The Brave shines with "outstanding food," creative cocktails, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Diners rave about the "fantastic service" and "incredibly friendly" staff. Highlights include the "amazing roast," beef shin, and standout bar snacks. Despite some service hiccups, the quality and "innovative" flavors make it a must-visit.
79 Reviews
  1. Rose

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had steak and I thought it lacked flavour. The food could have been warmer too.

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  2. Omar

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was pretty reasonable, but maybe didn’t live up to the hype. Some things to improve: the team wanted to clean our table before we’d finished our starters because the mains were ready. We were in full view of the kitchen and it wasn’t busy, it could have been more attentive to time our mains until after we’d digested our starter. Lots of other small things could have improved the attentiveness, especially given it wasn’t busy. Thank you to the team nonetheless

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  3. Patrick VIP

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    4th visit. Never disappoints. Will come again and again and love fact they regularly change menu

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  4. Gerard VIP

    London426 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Brave has amazing food and creative but classy cocktails. The beef shin was delicious

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  5. Robin

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The set lunch is fantastic value and very tasty. Will be back to try the rest of the menu soon.

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  6. Jeremy

    London35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was here with a party of 6 people and everybody rated this place very highly. Lovely food, lovely wine and very helppful, polite service. We had 2 of each of the small plates and then 3 of the large plates. Plus a few sides, followed by 3 of the sweets to share. This is quality at a good price, long may it continue.

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  7. Aveen

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a Sunday roast and it was outstanding. Comparable to the Harwood Arms. Such a great addition to the local area. The bar area is nice too

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  8. Giles VIP

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and incredibly friendly and welcoming service. Brilliant wine list too.

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  9. Chenade

    London8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was not great. Food overpriced. We went for mother's day and were underwhelmed

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  10. Ralph

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed Sunday Lunch at the Brave. Super tasty food and attentive service. Will definitely go again.

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The Brave is rated 4.3 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

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  3. London
  4. North London
  5. Canonbury

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
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340-342 Essex Rd, London, Greater London N1 3PB

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  • Neighborhood
    Canonbury
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
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