The Tally Ho
Barnet
££ · Pub
Contact
- Phone 020 4614 1514
- Website Visit site ↗
- Address 749 High Road, London N12 0BP
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00 – 23:00
- Tue 11:00 – 23:00
- Wed 11:00 – 23:00
- Thu 11:00 – 23:00
- Fri 11:00 – 02:00
- Sat 11:00 – 02:00
- Sun 11:00 – 23:00
Good to know
- Live music
- Watch sports
- Pool
- Darts
- Serves food
- Serves cocktails
- Dog friendly
- Outdoor seating
- Brunch
- Wi-Fi
- Family-friendly
Also a great spot for darts and pool — see its activity page →
Upcoming at The Tally Ho
Regular weekly nights
- Live Music at the Tally Ho Monthly, start of the month
About The Tally Ho
The Tally Ho stands on a prominent wedge-shaped corner at Tally Ho Corner in North Finchley, where Ballards Lane meets the High Road. The current building dates from 1927, when it replaced the earlier Park Road Hotel, and its name recalls the Tally Ho Coach Company that ran horse-changing services along the Birmingham mail coach route through the area in the early nineteenth century. Over the decades the pub has passed through several owners, including Charrington, JD Wetherspoon, and later the Stonegate group, giving it a long place in the local landscape.
Today the Tally Ho operates as a lively neighbourhood pub with a broad food and drinks offer, including an all-day menu, an Indian menu, and handcrafted cocktails alongside pints and wine. There is a beer garden for outdoor seating, and the pub welcomes dogs, with treats kept behind the bar. The setting is pitched as relaxed and friendly, suitable for a casual get-together, a family meal, or a night out with friends.
Entertainment is a core part of the pub's character. Resident DJs play chart anthems and party classics on Friday and Saturday nights, and there is a regular pub quiz on Sunday evenings. The venue also runs live music, themed evenings, and seasonal celebrations through the year, and it is a well-known spot for watching live sport, with big screens carrying major fixtures.
For those who prefer to play rather than watch, the pub keeps two pool tables and a dartboard, making it a practical choice for a casual game. Weekend brunches, lunch deals, and evening dining round out the offer, and the pub provides free Wi-Fi for guests.
Getting there
The Tally HoN12 0BP
Nearby venues
- O'Neill's Leytonstone E11 3AW
- The Bohemia N12 9QH
- Artsdepot N12 0GA
- The Elephant Inn, Finchley N12 8NR
- Toolan's N12 9RH
- North Finchley Library N12 9HP
- Malt and Hops N12 8QA
- OmVed Garden London
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Tally Ho have resident DJ nights?
Yes. Resident DJs play at the Tally Ho on Friday and Saturday nights, spinning chart anthems and party classics. It is one of the pub's regular weekend fixtures. Set times can vary, so it is worth checking ahead for the exact schedule.
Is there a pub quiz at the Tally Ho?
Yes. The Tally Ho runs a pub quiz on Sunday evenings. It is a regular weekly event that draws a local crowd. Contact the pub to confirm the start time and whether teams need to book.
Can you watch live sport at the Tally Ho?
Yes. The pub shows live sport on big screens, including major fixtures. It has built a reputation as a good spot for match days in North Finchley. Availability of specific games depends on the fixture schedule, so check ahead for particular matches.
Does the Tally Ho have pool tables and darts?
Yes. The pub has two pool tables and a dartboard for customers who want a casual game. These sit alongside the pub's other entertainment. They are a good option for a relaxed evening out with friends.
Is the Tally Ho dog-friendly and does it have outdoor seating?
Yes on both counts. The Tally Ho welcomes dogs and keeps treats behind the bar for four-legged visitors. There is also a beer garden, so you can sit outside in warmer weather. It makes a convenient stop for a walk that ends with a drink.