The Angelic

Cozy pub close to the Angel mall.
We were able to grab the couches next to the fire place in the back and it was quite comfortable.
The stairway down to the washrooms is pretty interesting since the black walls feature literary quotes. (The washroom stalls themselves could use upgrades and more lighting though.)
I ordered a glass of Symonds cider that they had on tap and it was quite refreshing.

I really like this pub. Have been a few times over the years, the most recent being a week ago.

I've never eaten here so can't comment on the food. The menu looks nice.

The place has a nice vibe and, on a Thursday late afternoon, feels comfortable enough to sit in alone. I had a magazine though spent more time people watching. There was the after work crowd, a date, other people alone including one on a laptop.

I can't remember everything I have drank here over the years but on this occasion I had prosecco. At £7 a glass, that is more expensive than most places at home in Manchester, but think it must be fairly standard London pricing.

About 5-6 years ago I fell down the stayed coming from upstairs to down. I was drunk though the steps are quite steep. The stairs going down to the loos are windy and steep so watch out. There is a lovely little fountain in the basement too.

I'd definitely recommend this pub to anyone in Angel.

I picked this pub as it's super close to The Islington and we were seeing a gig there.

Comfy sofas, delicious grub and friendly ambience with a laidback crowd.

Someone else called out the toilets - I have to agree, they are pretty unique. You sorta feel like you're in a ship's cabin with the round port-hole type windows.

Overall, a decent place to eat and drink (and relieve yourself!).

I think that given the other reviews of this venue, that I need to try and come back on a different day and maybe even try the food. Then I might change my review.


I came here on a Saturday night and it was heaving. I suppose that means its popular but I can't see the pleasure of waiting more than 10 minutes to get served then standing in a cramped space and almost spilling your drink (an excellent pint of Deuchers, mind you) every time someone near you moves or someone tries to get past. I suppose since the tube drinking ban its harder to have a drink in such batteryhenesque conditions, but its not for me.

The Angelic is usually pretty quiet even on the weekend. Its got a great juice bar downstairs, and the upstairs lounge has large comfortable sofas and cozy corner booths.There is a bar upstairs as well, and the food is the usual gastropub fare, in the normal price range for the area.

I like all the food nibbles here, and the spaciousness of the lounge upstairs. Its a good spot to meet a bunch of people, if you all know where to go. Its really nice to eat outside on the benches in the summer, and its usually lively without being overcrowded.

The bathrooms are brilliant. There is a comedy radio stream, lots of graffiti, fountains and plants. Its all the more fun if a bit tipsy.

The Angelic is my favourite pub. When I am shopping in Angel and want to sit and relax I go to the Angelic. If I've had a long day at work and want to meet friends for a drink, I go to the Angelic. Saturday afternoon are the best days to go to the Angelic. In the afternoon, it has not gotten really crowded and you can sit and have a nice lunch. The food at the Angelic is superb! Most of the time I order the salad and chips, delicious. The salad is fresh and the dressing is yummy. The chips are cooked perfectly and crispy. The balance of salad and chips makes me fill like I'm only being a little unhealthy.

The pub also serves fresh juice and the drinks are so refreshing, especially on hot days. In the winter the fresh juice makes me feel healthy, as if I'm fighting off evil germs. The Angelic is an excellent place to grab lunch or dinner, the food is extremely good and the atmosphere is ideal for hanging out, no matter the day of the week.

Stopped in for lunch and was very happy with the food and service. Kind of slow for a Friday but I arrived close to noon when they opened.

The Super Foods Salad was amazing! You can order a starter or main entry but the starter size was generous. All sorts of healthy foods mixed together to make one great flavor.

The fish of the day was sole with potatoes and greens. Definite 4 out of 5. It was good enough to want to explore the rest of the menu.

The bar area is nice and looks to be a nice place to land for drinks with friends. There is seating all around including the dining tables, picnic style tables, sitting chairs and couches. Picture a large living room, dining room and bar.

Have been here a few times, and brought some friends from overseas as well. As a gastropub, it's got pretty decent food. Part of the main draw those the decor, with high ceilings and multiple levels.

The menu changes somewhat frequently, and the small plates for sharing are tasty as well. It's the kind of place that's good for stopping for a quick drink and a bite, or a full sitdown dinner. It's great to have this place right around the corner.

Wait, this is pub fare? The translation that was going on in my American brain was "Umm, HUH? This food is... from a bar?" (Emphasis on Huh... 'cause that's how we do.)

Could'a fooled me as I tucked into my scallops, spicy carrot & pumpkin soup and fresh rocket salad with finely grated Parmesan cheese. Raaaahhther!

As I looked around the large rustic wooden table where our group of 10 was sitting, I caught myself drooling over a seafood paella with a mix of shrimp, scallops, clams, and muscles over a spicy Spanish rice and a lamb shoulder paired with garlic mash that was literally slipping off the bone. French? Spanish? British? Who cares when it's this good!

Rumours of The Angelic getting painfully crowded swirled around me as I willingly floated off into a happy food coma and was only woken up upon a trip to the ladies when I literally found myself in an old horse stable listening to some sort of play on tape? Very odd indeed. But again... who cares when it's this good! We did not deal with a crowd issue in the slightest, however the food did take an exorbitant amount of time to arrive. But the atmosphere proved sustainable: relaxed and laid back, with sunshine streaming through the large windows, food begging to be devoured and cherubs singing hymns from the rafters. Erm, something like that.

I can only imagine how divine the Sunday roast offerings are, and I will most certainly be back for a sampling myself.

This is a lovely big pub close to Angel station.
The food is pretty good & the crowd is decent.
The loos are lovely! I mean, for a pub, they are pretty nice! You walk down a stairwell away from the hustle & bustle of the pub, and suddenly, it is cosy, with low lighting, a water fountain, comedy is playing from the walls and all feels well with the world!
I could seriously enjoy a pint in these toilets.
Check them out!