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13/10/2026
🔴⚪️ SATURDAY IS MATCHDAY AT THE EMIRATES! 🔴⚪️
Heading to the stadium this Saturday to support the Arsenal Women? 🦅⚽️ Start your matchday right here at The Famous C**k Tavern—the ultimate home for Gooners right outside Highbury & Islington station!
Before you make the walk down Holloway Road, join us to get the atmosphere building:
🍺 Ice-cold pints & great drink deals
🍔 Pre-match burgers & matchday bites to fuel up
🙌 A pub packed full of fellow Arsenal supporters
No ticket to the game? No problem! We are showing all the action live on our HD screens, so you won’t miss a single minute of the match. 📺🔥
🔴 COME ON YOU GUNNERS! ⚪️
👉 Don’t miss out on the best pre-match atmosphere in North London. Tap the link to book your table now: socialpubandkitchen.co.uk
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13/10/2026
NFL LONDON AT WEMBLEY THIS SUNDAY! 🏈
Heading to the game or looking for the ultimate stadium atmosphere in London? Make The Famous C**k Tavern your matchday headquarters this Sunday! 🍻
Located right outside Highbury & Islington station, we are the perfect spot to fuel up before jumping on the tube to Wembley—or to settle in and watch the action live on our big HD screens. 📺✨
We’re kicking off Sunday with:
🍗 Epic Wing Platters & Sharers to feed the whole squad
🍕 Stone-Baked Pizzas fresh out of the oven
🍻 Ice-Cold Craft Beers & Ciders on tap
🍹 2-for-1 C**ktails running all day, every day
Whether you are looking for a pre-match pint, a post-game party, or a front-row seat to watch every touchdown and tackle live, we’ve got you covered.
🚀 Tables fill up fast for NFL Sundays! Don’t risk missing out—tap the link below to lock in your table now. https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/pubs/famous-cock-tavern-islington?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=homepage
12/10/2026
🏆 Champions League Night at The C**k Tavern! 🔴⚪️
Big European nights are back, and there is no better place to soak up the atmosphere than right here at The C**k Tavern. 🍻
This Tuesday, 13th October, we are showing Arsenal vs LOSC Lille live on our big screens.
Whether you’re a die-hard Gooner or just love the buzz of a massive Champions League clash, grab your mates, secure your spot early, and let’s get the pub roaring! 🔊⚽️
🎯 Kick-off: 8:00 PM
📍 Where: The C**k Tavern
🍻 Pre-match pints: Pouring all afternoon
Book now:https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/pubs/famous-cock-tavern-islington?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=homepage
Get the chants ready. See you at the bar! 🍺🔴
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09/10/2026
🥊🔥 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE FAMOUS C**K TAVERN! 🔥🥊
WARDLEY vs DUBOIS — LIVE HERE! 💥
Don’t miss all the action as we show the big fight LIVE at the Famous C**k Tavern! 🍻
📅 Date: 17th October
⏰ Start time: 8pm
📍 Venue: Famous C**k Tavern
🏠 Address: 259 Upper Street Islington, N1 1RU
🎟️ Booking:https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/pubs/famous-cock-tavern-islington?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=homepage
Get your mates together, grab a few pints and join us for a huge night of boxing, big punches and an electric atmosphere! 🥊🍺
📺 Live fight shown here
🍻 Great drinks, great atmosphere, great boxing!
Tag your fight-night crew and get yourselves down! 👊🔥
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15/09/2026
🎄 YES, WE KNOW… IT’S ONLY SEPTEMBER. 🎄
But if you’re the organised one in the group chat, you already know… 👀😂
Christmas will be here before we know it, so why not get ahead of the chaos and BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PLANS NOW 🎅🏽🍾
Whether you’re planning:
🎉 The ultimate Christmas staff party
🥂 A private hire for your festive celebration
🍸 A bottomless Christmas catch-up with the girls
❤️ Or a festive get-together with friends & family
We’ve got the drinks, food, music and Christmas vibes sorted — you just need to get the group chat moving. 📲
🎄 Future you will thank you.
📅 Christmas bookings are OPEN — get yours in!
Book here:
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
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15/09/2026
🔴⚪️ ARSENAL, WE’RE READY FOR YOU. 🔴⚪️
The fixtures are in… so you know what that means 👀⚽️
Save this timeline, round up your mates and get yourself down to The Famous C**k Tavern for every big Arsenal moment! 🍻
📅 Your Arsenal fixture guide is here
🍺 Cold drinks
📺 Live football
🔥 Good vibes guaranteed
Whether it’s a big Premier League clash or Champions League night — we’ll see you at the C**k.
❤️🤍 COME ON YOU GUNNERS!
Book here
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
15/09/2026
🎓 FRESHERS, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU 👀🍻
Uni life = making memories without making your bank account cry 😭💸
Download the MiXR app, verify your student account and unlock exclusive student discounts on your drinks at The Famous C**k Tavern! 🍹🍺
Not sure how it works? Don’t worry — swipe through our step-by-step guide and we’ll get you sorted 📲✨
🔥 Freshers, get your squad together and book your table NOW!
Come pre-drink, party and enjoy discounted drinks with MiXR 🎉
📍 The Famous C**k Tavern, Islington
🎓 Student ID + MiXR = 💸 SAVINGS
🍻 Good drinks. Good vibes. Good times.
BOOK NOW — your student discount is waiting 👀🍹
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
14/09/2026
🏉🔥 AUSSIE RULES IS COMING TO THE C**K! 🔥🏉
The AFL Grand Final 2026 is landing at The Famous C**k Tavern! 🇦🇺🍻
📅 Saturday 26th September
⏰ Doors open from 4AM
🍺 Cold beers, big footy energy & a crowd ready to get LOUD!
Whether you’re backing your team or just here for the atmosphere, we’ve got your Grand Final morning sorted. 🏆
📍 The Famous C**k Tavern, Islington
Footy. Beers. Legends. Let’s go! 🐓🍻
Book here
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
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18/08/2026
🔥 THE PREMIER LEAGUE IS BACK! 🔴⚪️
The first chapter starts here… ⚡️ Arsenal vs Coventry, under the lights! 👊
📅 Friday 21st August
⏰ 8PM kick-off
📍 The Famous C**k Tavern, Islington
Big screens. Cold drinks. Great food. Proper Gunners atmosphere. 🍻
Book your table now and be part of the BIG kick-off! ❤️
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
COME ON YOU GUNNERS! 🔴⚪️
14/08/2026
🔴⚪️ THE SEASON STARTS HERE! ⚪️🔴
Arsenal’s first Premier League game of the season! ⚽️🔥
📅 Thursday 21st August
⏰ 8PM
📍 The Famous C**k Tavern
New season. New dreams. Same passion. ❤️
🍻 Book your table now and be part of the first chapter!
https://www.socialpubandkitchen.co.uk/famous-cock-tavern-islington
COME ON YOU GUNNERS! 🔴⚪️
**kTavern Islington
Address
259 Upper Street
Caledonian
N1 1RU
To get to Upper Street in London, you can take the Northern Line or Victoria Line and get off at Angel station. From there, it is a short walk to Upper Street.
If you are driving, there are several car parks in the area including the N1 Shopping Centre Car Park on Parkfield Street and the Upper Street Car Park on Charlton Place.
Please note that parking in London can be expensive and spaces may be limited. It is recommended to check availability and prices before arriving.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 12am |
| Tuesday |
11am - 12am |
| Wednesday |
11am - 12am |
| Thursday |
11am - 1am |
| Friday |
11am - 3am |
| Saturday |
10am - 3am |
| Sunday |
10am - 11pm |
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What people say
The Famous Cock on Upper Street in London is a must-visit for anyone looking for a fantastic traditional pub experience. This friendly venue offers delicious food, great drinks, and amazing music that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're looking to grab a cold drink after work or enjoy some hot food while watching your favorite sports events, The Famous Cock has got you covered.
One of the best things about this pub is its excellent pre and post-match Arsenal crowd. It's only a short walk from Arsenal F.C., making it the perfect spot to grab a drink before or after the game. But even if you're not an Arsenal fan, you'll still love the atmosphere at The Famous Cock.
The pub recently introduced their latest 'Summer Sessions' cocktails, which are the perfect addition to help keep you cool in the sunshine this weekend. From the Peach Babe made with Gordon’s White Peach Gin and Fever-Tree Elderflower tonic to the Safe Blood made with Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla gin and Fever-tree Italian Blood Orange soda, there's something for everyone on their menu.
If you're a football fan, The Famous Cock is also the place to be during UEFA Champions League season. They recently hosted a viewing party for the final match between Man City and another team in Istanbul.
And if you're looking for something special to do this Father's Day, The Famous Cock is giving away five Crafternoon Tea experiences for two lucky winners who sign up for their newsletter.
Overall, The Famous Cock on Upper Street is an excellent choice for anyone looking for great food, drinks, music, and sports events in London.
