The Bald Faced Stag: Pub in Barnet, London
The Bald Faced Stag is where North London locals come for the straightforward stuff: quiz nights, affordable spritzes, evenings that don't ask you to book ahead or dress up. The vibe is unpretentious. The crowd is regular but welcoming to newcomers. The kind of pub where you show up and end up talking to people you didn't plan to. It's an easy place. Good if you're in the area. Better if you're already in the habit of coming back.
Contact
- Phone +44 20 8442 1201
- Website Visit site ↗
- Address 69 High Road, London N2 8AB
Good to know
- Step-free access
- Serves food
- Outdoor seating
- Great beer selection
- Dog friendly
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About The Bald Faced Stag
The Bald Faced Stag is a smart gastro pub in the centre of East Finchley, on the High Road, and part of the Urban Pubs & Bars group. It reopened in August 2025 after a refurbishment, emerging as a bright, open-plan space with a three-sided bar, a restaurant area and a garden.
Food is a serious part of the offer, with a kitchen serving elevated pub cooking, and the bar pours a changing range of London independent ales for those who enjoy exploring local brews. The refreshed interior gives it a welcoming, contemporary feel.
The events highlight is the pub quiz, which runs on a regular cadence with themed rounds, well-crafted questions and prizes on the night for winning teams, a bottle of wine for the best team name and a jackpot question. It is a popular fixture that rewards booking a table ahead.
The Stag sits right in the heart of East Finchley, a short walk from East Finchley Underground station on the Northern line, with local buses running along the High Road. Step-free access at the entrance makes it easy to reach for a meal, a quiz or a relaxed drink.
Getting there
The Bald Faced StagN2 8AB
Nearby venues
- Gertie Brownes N2 8AG
- Phoenix Cinema N2 9PJ
- The Old White Lion N2 0NW
- East Finchley Library N2 9BB
- Five Bells N2 0LZ
- The Windsor Castle N2 London
- Tuesday Quiz N2 0NW
- The United Reformed Church N10 3NU
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Common questions
- When is the quiz at The Bald Faced Stag?
- The Bald Faced Stag runs a regular pub quiz with themed rounds and prizes, including a reward for the best team name and a jackpot question. It is a popular night, so booking a table ahead is a good idea. Check the pub's listings for the current schedule.
- Does The Bald Faced Stag serve food?
- Yes, The Bald Faced Stag is a gastro pub with a kitchen serving elevated pub cooking. There is a dedicated restaurant area alongside the bar. It suits both a proper sit-down meal and a casual drink with a bite.
- What beers does The Bald Faced Stag offer?
- The Bald Faced Stag pours a changing range of London independent ales at its three-sided bar. That gives you plenty to explore if you enjoy local brews. The selection rotates, so it is worth asking what is on.
- Does The Bald Faced Stag have a garden?
- Yes, The Bald Faced Stag has a garden alongside its open-plan interior. It gives you an outdoor option in warmer weather. Availability naturally depends on the season and how busy the pub is.
- How do I get to The Bald Faced Stag?
- The Bald Faced Stag is at 69 High Road in the centre of East Finchley, N2, a short walk from East Finchley Underground station on the Northern line. Local buses run along the High Road. Step-free access makes it easy to reach.