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Freemasons Arms Hampstead

Restaurant | London | England | United Kingdom

Best beer garden in Hampstead

The "Freemasons Arms Hampstead" in London, England, is a stylish and traditional pub located in the picturesque district of Hampstead, just a stone's throw from the expansive Hampstead Heath. This establishment successfully blends the charm of a classic British pub with modern elements and is popular among both locals and visitors looking for a relaxed atmosphere and elevated pub cuisine. The building itself exudes history, while the interior, with its polished wooden furniture, warm lighting, and tasteful decor, creates an inviting ambiance. Particularly noteworthy is the spacious beer garden, regarded as one of the best in North London, which is perfect for al fresco dining, especially on sunny days when guests can enjoy the tranquility and lush surroundings.

Traditional British pub cuisine

The kitchen at the "Freemasons Arms Hampstead" places a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering a mix of traditional British dishes and modern interpretations with a Mediterranean twist. Highlights include the juicy, spit-roasted chicken with lemon-garlic confit, celebrated for its tender texture and aromatic seasoning. Also popular is the slow-cooked pork belly, served with crispy scallops, which strikes a perfect balance between rustic flavor and refined presentation. For fish lovers, there is the Salmon Supreme, paired with thyme-roasted butternut squash, providing a hearty yet light option. Those who prefer classic dishes will appreciate the homemade British Beef Burger, known for its juicy patty and fresh accompaniments. For dessert, the melting chocolate bomb with caramel ice cream is a sweet delight that elegantly concludes the meal.

Upscale restaurant with outdoor dining

The restaurant is not only known for its food but also for its versatility. It features wheelchair accessibility and can accommodate various occasions – from a casual drink at the bar to an extensive meal with family or friends. The service is often described as friendly and efficient, with staff committed to providing guests with a pleasant experience. Particularly convenient is the option to dine indoors or outdoors, with outdoor seating available on a first-come, first-served basis without the need for reservations. The drinks menu complements the offerings with a carefully curated selection of wines, craft beers, lagers, and cocktails, encompassing both classic and seasonal choices.

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32 Downshire Hill, Greater
Hampstead Heath
NW3 1NT London

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Opening hours

Sunday12:00 - 22:30
Monday12:00 - 23:00
Tuesday12:00 - 23:00
Wednesday12:00 - 23:00
Thursday12:00 - 23:00
Friday12:00 - 23:00
Saturday12:00 - 23:00

Reviews

3346 Reviews

Taylor
09.03.2025

Lovely gastropub. We had great service form Susie and James, and shout out to chef Bugra too! Many thanks.
Carlos Ragout
09.03.2025

We waited 50 minutes for our food. We saw several people arrive, eat and leave while we were still waiting. My hamburger and chips were average, 3 out 5. My wife ordered fried king prawns and halloumi which were both excellent, 5 out of 5.
Oliver Woodley
08.03.2025

We went with high expectations but waited over an hour for our food. We chased several times on the food, had to ask 3 times for a high chair and condiments when the food did arrive. Clearly they are understaffed and not able to handle the number of customers they let in. They then had the cheek to charge us service charge and wouldn’t take this off the bill
Pariya Nemati
08.03.2025

Naz is amazing! Cheese burger was tasty and the staff were very friendly.
Zahra Rahbari
08.03.2025

The food was amazing. Head chef Naz is brilliant! The service was amazing. Saeed and Aome were very kind. Great atmosphere!
tarlan lotfizadeh
08.03.2025

Naz and everything was just great ♥️
pardis saeedi farzaneh
08.03.2025

That was so delicious
Pooya Razi
08.03.2025

Naz is so faboulous and i really enjoyed the place and service and yamuna and sai did a wonderful job
R SouthAfrican
08.03.2025

Understaffed?Or just plain incompetent? Why do places try and cater for 100's of people but can't actually do it? 1 star is too good a review.
Charlie Chambers
05.03.2025

Popped in for a drink and was kindly greeted and served by James. Very welcoming and will definitely come back soon!
Jenny D'Arcy
03.03.2025

Had a lovely sunday lunch. Thank you to all.
Dan Collins
02.03.2025

The food is great and the atmosphere is lovely and cosy. We had great service from Ignas and the team. Thanks guys!
Rafaela Alves
02.03.2025

Went for a Sunday Roast and had such a lovely time!! The food was delicious and the service very efficient. Ignas was very kind and helpful :)
Steven Phillips
02.03.2025

Nice decor, good service. However, the toilets are grim and need maintenance and freshening up.
Abi
01.03.2025

I had some lovely service from Ignas and some great food thank you chefs!!
Declan
01.03.2025

Good food, good drinks, and great service from Ignas!
Campbell Eady
01.03.2025

Brilliant meal and brilliant service. Lovely waiter Ignas!
Lees 001
01.03.2025

Understaffed. The place is chaos as soon as it gets warmer.
Paul B
01.03.2025

It’s a nice spot but poorly run. The pub was only half full (most tables in the room next to the bar, still space outside) but it took 20 minutes to get a drink from the bar, even then the Guinness was poured straight through. The manager was then bizarrely running around in a panic telling everyone that the kitchen was closed even though it wasn’t that busy😂 To top it off they had three staff looking bored walking around the beer garden while two chaps struggled on the bar (manager content to watch and answer the phone instead of help). One of the barman gave me a glass with ice with the bottle of the bottle of beer which was a nice a touch
gray chynoweth
01.03.2025

Waited 90 min for food, to be told that it was delayed because I used the app. When food came it was cold and poor quality. Will not return. Regret going.
David
28.02.2025

Food is very good and staff are helpful. Well located for access to Hampstead Heath and shops. There is parking in the street but it’s restricted.
Aaron
17.07.2022

Lovely pub near east side of heath. Nice menu, food could be executed better but it was still tasty
sylvie walker
24.02.2025

I love this pub! The Sunday roast is just spectacular. The gravy amazing!!! The service is good, the atmosphere is good too. The price is reasonable. Next to Hampstead heath. I just love it.
Florence Barkats
24.02.2025

We arrived at 2:15pm for Sunday lunch and after ordering, we waited over 1h30 for our meal to arrive. We ordered some olive and bread and that took 45 min to arrive(!). The food was good but my husband got food poisoning. 30min after eating his meal, he was really sick with diarrhoea. We paid £50 per person for a main course, olives and a drink. Nice pub but don’t go there unless you want to be ripped off and be food poisoned.
John Simister
23.02.2025

Excellent. Especially Adam - above and beyond.

 

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