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The Elephant Inn, Finchley

The Elephant Inn, Finchley The Elephant Inn located in Finchley, North London is a pub and Asian restaurant that offers traditional Thai food and great beer in a friendly atmosphere. The restaurant boasts five plasma TVs, one giant screen, and outdoor seating making it the best place to enjoy live televised matches. Additionally, The Elephant Inn is pet-friendly and offers services such as reservations, takeout, and waiter service for groups of all ages. Specialties include coffee, lunch, dinner, and drinks prepared by their experienced Thai culinary team led by General Manager Lucy De Luca.
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01/06/2026

Tuchel has named his squad. Pick your own and book your table now.

30/05/2026

Saturday evenings. Best spent in the pub with a freshly-made pizza and a refreshing spritz from our Summer Sipping menu. ☀️

29/05/2026

No airport.
No early alarm.
Make things simple with a summer staycation in one of our pubs with rooms.

For the man who has everything. Skip the socks this year and treat Dad to one of our gift cards.
27/05/2026

For the man who has everything. Skip the socks this year and treat Dad to one of our gift cards.

Chris is hosting his final quiz this evening after an amazing 26 years at The Victoria, Paddington Cheers to Chris for t...
26/05/2026

Chris is hosting his final quiz this evening after an amazing 26 years at The Victoria, Paddington

Cheers to Chris for the laughs, the quizzes and being such a familiar and friendly face behind the mic on so many Tuesday nights.

Raising a glass to you from us all at Fuller's! 🍻

Keep cool with our Lillet Rosé Spritz. 🍓✨Lillet with Mediterranean tonic, lemon, strawberry, mint and crisp ice.A perfec...
25/05/2026

Keep cool with our Lillet Rosé Spritz. 🍓✨
Lillet with Mediterranean tonic, lemon, strawberry, mint and crisp ice.
A perfect pairing for Shakespeare in the Garden, thanks to .
Tickets still available.

Countdown is on ⏰ The World Cup kicks off on 11th June. Find your nearest pub in our bio and book your table with us onl...
23/05/2026

Countdown is on ⏰
The World Cup kicks off on 11th June.
Find your nearest pub in our bio and book your table with us online.
📸

22/05/2026

The heatwave’s landed just in time for the bank holiday weekend.
Best enjoyed in the pub garden, if you ask us. ☀️🍻

Sherlock Holmes and the Bitter of the Baskervilles is coming to our pub gardens this summer. Find your tickets on our we...
21/05/2026

Sherlock Holmes and the Bitter of the Baskervilles is coming to our pub gardens this summer.
Find your tickets on our website. 🔍

Lasagne and chips.A pub classic for a reason.
19/05/2026

Lasagne and chips.
A pub classic for a reason.

Same again? 🍻
17/05/2026

Same again? 🍻

16/05/2026

It's a bumper day of sport today. FA Cup Final at Wembley and Big Summer Kick Off at Twickenham. Pop into one of our pubs on your way to the game, or join us and watch it in the pub.

Father’s Day plans? Sorted.Book by 16th June and Dad’s first pint is on us.
16/05/2026

Father’s Day plans? Sorted.
Book by 16th June and Dad’s first pint is on us.

28 days until the World Cup kicks off ⚽🍻Tables are booking up fast, so now’s the time to lock in your match-day plans.Bo...
14/05/2026

28 days until the World Cup kicks off ⚽🍻

Tables are booking up fast, so now’s the time to lock in your match-day plans.

Book now.

Summer Sipping at the Elephant Inn. Come and enjoy our new range of cocktails and Spritz’s… perfect for those lovely sum...
11/05/2026

Summer Sipping at the Elephant Inn. Come and enjoy our new range of cocktails and Spritz’s… perfect for those lovely summer evenings in our brand new garden ❤️ ☀️

Have you tried our new pudding menu yet?This one’s a vanilla panna cotta, served with a stunning sunset at , Chiswick.Ha...
09/05/2026

Have you tried our new pudding menu yet?
This one’s a vanilla panna cotta, served with a stunning sunset at , Chiswick.
Hard to say no to.

Museums, parks, pub garden, repeat.City exploring with the whole family made easy with an overnight stay in one of our L...
08/05/2026

Museums, parks, pub garden, repeat.
City exploring with the whole family made easy with an overnight stay in one of our London pubs.

Our sharing platters are ready when you are.Bring a few friends and make a meal of it.
07/05/2026

Our sharing platters are ready when you are.
Bring a few friends and make a meal of it.

Opera, but not as you know it. take over our pub gardens this summer with An Evening of Opera's Greatest Hits. All the o...
06/05/2026

Opera, but not as you know it.

take over our pub gardens this summer with An Evening of Opera's Greatest Hits. All the ones you know and love, sung by big voices in the open air.
Tickets are selling fast - book online.

Out of office still on. Enjoy Bank Holiday Monday with us.
04/05/2026

Out of office still on. Enjoy Bank Holiday Monday with us.

Muddy paws, no problem. 🐾 Find your local dog-friendly pub online.
03/05/2026

Muddy paws, no problem. 🐾 Find your local dog-friendly pub online.

“We’ll just stay for one” 👀Probably.
01/05/2026

“We’ll just stay for one” 👀
Probably.

30/04/2026

Blue skies ✍️ pub garden ✍️ fresh air ✍️ something chilled.
Plus, loads of alcohol-free choices on our new Summer Sipping menu if that’s your thing.

29/04/2026

We are looking for a man with a van to pick up a bottle fridge from Twickenham, please email [email protected]

£££

Thank you 😍

You asked, we listened. Introducing our double-stack burger. 🍔
29/04/2026

You asked, we listened. Introducing our double-stack burger. 🍔

Name a better feeling than a cold beer outside on a sunny day. We'll wait.
27/04/2026

Name a better feeling than a cold beer outside on a sunny day. We'll wait.

FA Cup Semi-Finals this weekend.Get to the bar before kick-off.Find your local showing all the games using our pub finde...
25/04/2026

FA Cup Semi-Finals this weekend.
Get to the bar before kick-off.
Find your local showing all the games using our pub finder in our bio.

Always a treat! Our delicious Papaya Salad! Spicy never tasted so good!
16/04/2026

Always a treat! Our delicious Papaya Salad! Spicy never tasted so good!

10/04/2026

🇹🇭 Songkran is coming… and we’re ready.

We’ve got Singha Thai Lager on tap just in time for Thai New Year, officially running 13th–15th April (but why not start early 😉)

Crisp, smooth, and refreshing at 5% ABV, it’s the perfect match for bold Thai flavours 🍜

Pair it with:
🔥 Pad Thai
🔥 Pad See Ew

Cold beer, big flavours, and good vibes all round 🍻

PadSeeEw OnTap Cheers

Another glorious afternoon… another glorious spring drink… pretty in pink. Sarti Spritz 💕
08/04/2026

Another glorious afternoon… another glorious spring drink… pretty in pink. Sarti Spritz 💕

No filter needed! Enjoy a gorgeously refreshing Aperol Spritz on a gorgeous spring afternoon!
07/04/2026

No filter needed! Enjoy a gorgeously refreshing Aperol Spritz on a gorgeous spring afternoon!

05/04/2026
Quiz nights have moved to Wednesday!!! We hope to see you there!
28/03/2026

Quiz nights have moved to Wednesday!!! We hope to see you there!

📣 QUIZ NIGHT UPDATE 📣  We’re moving our Quiz Night from Monday to Wednesday starting 1st April!  Join us every Wednesday...
26/03/2026

📣 QUIZ NIGHT UPDATE 📣

We’re moving our Quiz Night from Monday to Wednesday starting 1st April!

Join us every Wednesday from 7:30pm for all the fun, laughs, and brain-teasing questions you love 🧠✨

Hosted by Lucky Cow Entertainment, with the lovely Nathan as your Quizmaster, you’re guaranteed a brilliant night!

Get your teams ready and we’ll see you there! 🎉🍻

General Manager Sammy couldn’t spilt the G today! Don’t be like Sammy… show him how it’s done! Guinness is 15% off today...
17/03/2026

General Manager Sammy couldn’t spilt the G today! Don’t be like Sammy… show him how it’s done! Guinness is 15% off today 12-5 come on in! Don’t forget we have traditional Irish spice bags and Irish dancing from our friends at at 8:15pm ☘️

🍀 THIS ST. PATRICK’S DAY 🍀We’re bringing the flavour to The Elephant Inn! 🇮🇪✨From 12PM we’ll be serving up our mouthwate...
04/03/2026

🍀 THIS ST. PATRICK’S DAY 🍀

We’re bringing the flavour to The Elephant Inn! 🇮🇪✨

From 12PM we’ll be serving up our mouthwatering Irish Style Spice Bags — packed with flavour and guaranteed to hit the spot 🔥🍟

Join us in the evening for traditional Irish dancers 💃🇮🇪 and plenty of Guinness flowing all day long 🍺

Make sure you come down early, grab yours and celebrate St Patrick’s Day the right way! 🍻

Two general managers separated by 10 years! You all know Lucy! She was able to impart some words of wisdom to our curren...
28/02/2026

Two general managers separated by 10 years! You all know Lucy! She was able to impart some words of wisdom to our current general manager Sammy! Lucy had a great time catching up with all the locals ❤️ thank you for coming to see us 💪🏼

Treat your mum to an authentic Thai experience! Tables are going fast so be sure to book now to avoid disappointment.   ...
27/02/2026

Treat your mum to an authentic Thai experience! Tables are going fast so be sure to book now to avoid disappointment.

Address

283 Ballards Lane
London
N12 8NR

To get to the pub and asian restaurant located on Ballards Lane in London, there are a few options depending on your preferred mode of transportation.

If traveling by public transport, the nearest train station is Finchley Central which is approximately a 10-minute walk away. Alternatively, there are several bus stops nearby with regular services stopping at Ballards Lane.

For those driving, there is limited on-street parking available in the surrounding residential areas. Alternatively, there is also a pay-and-display car park located within walking distance of the restaurant.

Please note that while these directions may be applicable to multiple locations in the area, they are specifically intended for The Elephant Inn, Finchley.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 10:30pm

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What people say

The Elephant Inn, located on Ballards Lane in Finchley, is a must-visit destination for those looking for a great pub and Asian restaurant experience. This establishment offers an impressive selection of beers and traditional Thai cuisine that will leave you wanting more. The friendly atmosphere at The Elephant Inn ensures that every visitor feels welcome and comfortable. With five plasma TVs and two giant screens, this pub is the perfect spot to catch live televised matches with friends or family. Additionally, The Elephant Inn is pet-friendly, making it an ideal place to bring your furry friend along for a fun night out. Overall, The Elephant Inn is one of the best pubs in Finchley that guarantees a warm welcome and an unforgettable experience.