The Queens pub in Crouch End is to reopen following a sensitive £150,000 refurbishment that places its remarkable Victorian architecture and ambitious gastropub offering centre stage.
The Grade II-listed landmark has undergone a careful restoration programme designed to preserve and enhance the unique character that has made it a focal point of the community for generations, while strengthening its position as one of London’s premier neighbourhood dining destinations.
Long admired for its grand Victorian interiors, The Queens is renowned for its striking Art Nouveau stained-glass windows, intricate plasterwork, ornate moulded ceilings and rich dark wood panelling.
The latest investment by owners Urban Pubs & Bars has focused on protecting these historic features while creating a setting that reflects the quality of the food and drink experience on offer.
Nestled in the heart of Crouch End, The Queens has always been much more than a local pub. It remains a social hub where regulars, families and first-time visitors can enjoy classic British hospitality surrounded by some of the capital’s finest pub architecture.
Alongside the restoration comes the next evolution of its food offering. Building on a fresh seasonal menu introduced earlier this year, the relaunch showcases modern British pub dining rooted in quality ingredients and traditional flavours.
The kitchen is led by the much-loved Chef ‘Bambino’, who has been at The Queens for 14 years and whose new menu celebrates the best of seasonal produce, with signature dishes including monkfish ‘scampi’ with tartare and curry sauces, White Cobb half chicken with roasted garlic butter and butterhead salad, whipped chicken liver parfait with brioche, sour cherries and pickles, grilled Cornish mackerel with panzanella, and the aptly named “Queens of Puddings”.
Traditional pub favourites remain at the heart of the menu, with Sunday roasts continuing to play a starring role, while behind the bar guests can enjoy an extensive selection of craft beers, fine wines and expertly crafted cocktails.
The next chapter for The Queens is being guided by General Manager David Campbell, whose extensive background in London’s premium pub dining scene is helping shape the venue’s reputation as a destination where outstanding food sits naturally alongside an exceptional heritage setting.
David said: “The Queens has always been one of North London’s great historic pubs and this refurbishment has been about respecting that legacy. We’ve carefully preserved the beautiful Victorian features that make the building so special while continuing to develop a food offering that gives people another reason to visit. Whether guests come for the architecture, a pint, a Sunday roast or a special meal, we want The Queens to remain at the heart of the Crouch End community for many years to come.”
The pub reopens on Wednesday 17th June, with guests also able to enjoy the atmosphere around England’s opening World Cup fixture, combining a landmark setting with one of North London’s most exciting emerging gastropub offers.
Founded in 2014 by Nick Pring and Malc Heap, Urban Pubs & Bars has grown to 66 sites across London, creating venues that celebrate individuality, quality food and drink, and a strong sense of place within their local communities.
