The Boogaloo Pub
Barnet
££ · Pub
Contact
- Phone +44 20 8340 2928
- Website Visit site ↗
- Address 312 Archway Road, London N6 5AT
Good to know
- Live music
- Serves food
- Serves cocktails
- Wi-Fi
- Outdoor seating
- Happy hour
- Brunch
- Great beer selection
Upcoming at The Boogaloo Pub
About The Boogaloo Pub
The Boogaloo is an independent music pub on Archway Road in Highgate, North London, that bills itself as "the sweetest little juke joint in the world." It has built a reputation as a rock 'n' roll hangout where live bands, DJ sets and a well-loved jukebox keep the room moving. The building's history is still visible in the historic mosaic tiling at the entrance, which records the site's former name, and the pub is recognised locally as an Asset of Community Value.
Music and culture sit at the heart of the programme. The venue runs live bands, DJ nights, poetry, comedy, queer nights, traditional music sessions and other one-off parties and markets, and it is unusual in operating its own 24 hour Boogaloo Radio station. A weekly pub quiz, a book club and family-friendly workshops round out a calendar that keeps regulars coming back through the week.
On the food and drink side, the kitchen serves toasties at lunchtime and a pizza menu into the evening, alongside a Sunday brunch service. Cask ale is a fixture (Timothy Taylor Landlord has been poured here), and the bar puts together special cocktail lists for events. Value-minded touches include a happy hour on selected days and a midweek wine offer.
The pub has a beer garden and smoking area for warmer evenings, offers free Wi-Fi, and includes a function room used for private hire and events. Its position on Archway Road puts it within easy reach of local bus routes and nearby Underground and Overground stations, making it a straightforward North London night out.
Getting there
The Boogaloo PubN6 5AT
Nearby venues
- 269a Archway Road N6 5AA
- Jacksons Lane N6 5AA
- The Winchester N6 5BA
- Turning Earth Highgate N6 5UH
- The Bull, Highgate N6 4AB
- OmVed Gardens N6 5JF
- OmVed Gardens N6 5JF
- Upstairs at the Gatehouse N6 4BD
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of pub is The Boogaloo?
The Boogaloo is an independent live-music pub in Highgate that describes itself as a juke joint. It is known for bands, DJ nights and a much-loved jukebox, and it runs its own 24 hour Boogaloo Radio station. The atmosphere leans toward rock 'n' roll and late-night music rather than a quiet local.
Does The Boogaloo have live music and events?
Yes. The pub hosts a busy calendar of live bands, DJ nights and cultural events including poetry, comedy, queer nights and traditional music sessions. It also runs a weekly pub quiz and a book club. Some nights are ticketed or tied to private functions, so it is worth checking the schedule before you visit.
Is there food at The Boogaloo?
Yes. The kitchen serves toasties at lunchtime and a pizza menu into the evening, and there is a Sunday brunch service. Availability can vary by day, so check current times if you are planning to eat.
Does The Boogaloo have outdoor space?
Yes. The pub has a beer garden and a smoking area, which are popular on warmer evenings. It gives you somewhere to sit outside away from the music inside.
How do I get to The Boogaloo and can I book it for an event?
The pub is at 312 Archway Road, Highgate, London N6 5AT, close to local bus routes and nearby Underground and Overground stations. It has a function room and is available for private hire and events. Contact the pub on +44 20 8340 2928 or through its website to enquire.