The Plimsoll is a modern neighbourhood pub at 52 St Thomas’s Road, a short walk from Finsbury Park station. Its Victorian pub character, open kitchen and lively dining room create an informal atmosphere where guests can settle in for a full meal or stop by for a burger and a pint.
The Dexter cheeseburger is the best known dish, combining a deeply browned beef patty with cheese, onions, sauce and pickles in a soft bun. Fried potatoes with garlic aioli have become an equally familiar companion, turning a simple pub order into the meal that established the kitchen’s following.
Beyond the burger, the menu changes frequently and is designed to be shared. Seafood, vegetables, offal and carefully sourced meat may appear in small plates or larger dishes, with direct cooking and confident seasoning allowing the ingredients to remain the focus.
Beer, wine, cocktails and house made soft drinks support the food in the bar and dining room. Bookings are available for smaller groups, while unreserved bar spaces and outside ledges preserve the spontaneous character of a busy local pub, particularly on match days and weekends.
Address: 52 St Thomas’s Road, Finsbury Park, London N4 2QW, United Kingdom