The Pig and Butcher
Gastropub££££
Islington, London
"Wow! The scotch eggs and the slow cooked brisket were amazing."(7 Tips)
"Amazing Sunday roast!"(3 Tips)
"Best roast in London."(3 Tips)
"Pork shoulder is delicious, and the desserts as well."(4 Tips)
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Brad TJune 21, 2015Nice little find in the neighborhood. Food was good, plenty of craft beers in bottles and taps and they can make a good little cocktail, too. Service was friendly and attentive!Upvote6Downvote
Alvaro RodriguezDecember 23, 2014Amazing gastro pub. Best Sunday Roast I had in London. Great selection of beers and wines and very nice, efficient service. They even adapted the menu to a friend who couldn't eat dairyUpvote5Downvote
JustinDecember 15, 2015Cosy place with friendly staff. If you're hungry try the pork shoulder for 2, absolutely delicious and large enough to serve 4! (they're also thankfully happy to wrap what you can't eat to take home!)Upvote3Downvote
Louis VuittonMay 28, 2013Comfort food nicely presented at this Gastropub according to blogger Susie Lau of Style Bubble on her Louis Vuitton Amble around London. See more of her picks at http://vuitton.lv/10CJSS1 Read more
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Tobias LiljebladApril 22, 2017Excellent food and perfect service! I shared a t-bone stake and it was cooked to perfection! Together with an Italian red wine it made our night! The chimichurri was to die for!
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Elif ErduranSeptember 26, 2016A good place to go for dinner and drinks.. roasted pork was perfect so delicious.. you should absolutely try bloody mary too..
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Nanna MøllerAugust 18, 2017We got to starters and desserts. It was really good food. Friendly staff, who was attentive of our needs. There where al kind of gathering: coworkers night out, dates, friends and couples - atmosphereUpvoteDownvote
PDT BlogJanuary 20, 2017The Sunday roast is to die for with succulent meats and perfect veg. The desserts were decadent and good choice of beer. Book ahead to avoid disappointment 😋😋
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Stephanie TsaiJune 6, 2017Go for Sunday roast! If you don't have a reservation, just go a little before they open and wait in line. You'll be able to get a table. Totally worth it
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lalalalinderDecember 10, 2018The place for Sunday roast. If you can’t reserve, show up and leave your number with the staff. They’ll text you when your table’s ready. My lamb was amazing, as was the cute guy who served us 😻UpvoteDownvote
Taylor MollMarch 12, 2018Truly excellent Sunday roast. Runs about £20, but the beef was perfectly cooked, in nice size slabs with spicy horseradish. And the Yorkshire was huge!
UpvoteDownvote- Constance | @croostifoodiMay 29, 2016Amazing Sunday roast! Pork shoulder is delicious, and the desserts as well. Staff is friendly. Book weeks in advance.
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XavierJanuary 13, 2017Great gluten free options they do cook some items in the same oil so it could be cross-contaminated but it is served on the side. Gluten free beer available in bottles, no ciders on tap.UpvoteDownvote
James GoochOctober 3, 2017Had a lovely birthday meal here for a friend and was blown away by the quality of the food. Staff were friendly and they also do some great cocktails!UpvoteDownvote
Second time we eat there and it's still awesomely tasty, service is really friendly and they've got belgian beers. That´s definitly my fav gastropub in Angel.Upvote1Downvote
Little ScrapesJune 17, 2016Southerners proceed with caution. It might look like olive oil with your bread but it's actually that northern favourite beef dripping.Upvote1Downvote
Charlotte DunneApril 18, 2017Get the black pudding mac and cheese to start - mind blowing. Followed by roast beef if you're there on a Sunday. Best roast dinner I've had in London.UpvoteDownvote
Haydeé JenaSeptember 14, 2018Friendly staff, super clean, the food is amazing and the drinks choice is vast and and suits any palate. For a very affordable price. Highly recommendableUpvoteDownvote
VictorNovember 11, 2016There's a reason the Sunday roast is always fully booked. Tried to fit 3 courses in and spent the rest of the day in a food coma and had to skip dinner ...
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Lee TrottAugust 16, 2014The Venison Scotch eggs are made even more perfect with Classic English mustard.
Upvote1Downvote- P SullyMay 31, 2019Had my 50th upstairs. Great sharing menu to feed 16-20 and great cosy room that has a country kitchen feel. Food and staff great. Cheers.UpvoteDownvote
Evina DiamFebruary 16, 2020Pulled pork for the win. On a side note, the leeks in cream sauce were amazing!
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Kaitlyn ReedOctober 27, 2016Everything is delicious. They're probably be a wait, but grab a drink from the helpful bartenders and hang out on the picnic tables outside.UpvoteDownvote
Roman MittermayrJune 1, 2014Amazing Sunday roast, be there noon sharp to stand a chance for a table without a reservation. Worth it.
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JamesDecember 15, 2015The pork shoulder to share is probably one of the best things I have ever eaten!! Supposed to be for 2 but enough for 4!!! Great service too.UpvoteDownvote
alberto moroApril 2, 2018Really good food! Nice people and great atmosphere. A bit pricey but worth it. Will definitely go back.UpvoteDownvote
LieneJuly 24, 2017The Sunday Roast is amazing! Not expensive, too much food and delicious 🤤.
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Caroline FerreiraFebruary 22, 2018Great service, and amazing food. A must Sunday roast eat! 🥩🍴
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Ierax HolargeusJanuary 8, 2022Favourite gastropub in London. A “must” for meat lovers. An exceptional treat for friends of Sunday roast.UpvoteDownvote
Ana ReynalMarch 7, 2016Everything is amazing, but I've got to say the Sunday roast and table of cheeses stand out. My favourite gastropubUpvoteDownvote
Thomas ParisotDecember 11, 2014Amazing scotch eggs, proper food and more than decent ales. It's worth every single penny spent!Upvote2Downvote
Nathaniel GiraitisSeptember 17, 2017Get in the queue outside before they open at 12 noon on Sundays to skip the need for reservations. Well worth it!UpvoteDownvote
Garrett GroszkoMarch 17, 2016Decent draft list. Amazing bottle selection and Marcona almonds to snack on. Nice!
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Shannon LowOctober 10, 2020Very interesting, well-made and tasty dishes, gastro pub style. But slightly small portions if you're hungry. Limited beers on tap though.UpvoteDownvote
- Jerome DMarch 9, 2017Came here for dinner and the food was great but have not had a worse server in all my time in London.Upvote1Downvote
Tom CaseyJuly 14, 2016Great service. Make sure you book. Tasty Sunday roast. Awesome desserts and selection of beers.UpvoteDownvote
Chloé Van den BusscheJune 13, 2017Very good gastropub. The dark chocolate hot pot with salt caramel marshmallow was amazing!UpvoteDownvote
Frederik PedersenSeptember 1, 2014Best sirloin steak I've ever had. Sat night is busy - ahead booking advised but some tables in bar area available without bookingUpvoteDownvote
pɹoɟuɐs@May 17, 2016Ask Jack - he knows best. And he loves being reminded of his Bokkiness (he's a Kiwi)
UpvoteDownvote- Gary SimmonsMay 27, 2013Lovely pub with great locally sourced food straight from their farm. Read our full review on Scoff London: http://scofflondon.com/pubs-bars/the-pig-butcher-n1/UpvoteDownvote
Yoonie SOctober 9, 2012Great Sunday roasts! Make sure you book or you'll be standing around drooling for 1-2hours!!Upvote3Downvote
Tora EngstadJune 11, 2015Only had the cheese platter and wine, but great atmosphere, and the food looked great. Friendly staff!UpvoteDownvote
Jenkin A.September 10, 2017One of the best in the area. Pork shoulder for two is well worth itUpvoteDownvote
James BrothersOctober 19, 2012Skip the starters and leave room for an amazing steak and some of the best chips you've ever had! Great service too.UpvoteDownvote
Ben PowellJuly 25, 2015The chocolate mousse, ice cream and cashews is one of the best deserts I've had, amazing!UpvoteDownvote
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