The Star

this really is such a great pub, because its a bit out of the way it was so rewarding when we chanced upon this gem! had a really lovely meal, i went with 3 others and we were all eyeing up each others food. def recommend this one if you are in the area.we will be back!!
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lulli
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Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 7
Tuesday, June 30, 2009

A small but very well executed menu. Lively but not too loud. Great shiraz. Lovely evening.
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mandy n jim
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Sunday, January 25, 2009

Have been to this pub around ten times now, four of which I have eaten at with friends. As a pub it is very good, however for food it is not. Appalling service from arrogant staff who clearly wish they weren't working in a pub have spoiled each of the meals I have had there. I believe in giving a place a chance, which is why I have been back for food more than twice... I would say drink yes, food no! After a unhelpful reaction to poor service on my last visit (October 2008) (the main courses for four people arrived fifteen minutes apart) I plan not to go back either for drinks or food.

Have friends in the area who have had similar experiences and also vowed not to go back!

Sorry 'Star', you held so much promise...
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Darren Smith
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Food 6 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 1
Thursday, November 06, 2008

Enjoyed a Sunday roast at the Star. Good quality beef, and vegetables were lovely. The pub has a good atmosphere if a little quiet.

The Star has apparently been open since November 2006, great environment and good food.

Perhaps a little pricey at £12.95 for a Sunday lunch, but the food is good quality so I will be back.

I came back on Friday for a drink and the pub is good for a quiet local drink.
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Stephen Morey
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 7
Sunday, March 16, 2008

I would put this pub up there as a must on the north London Sunday lunch short list. Had a wonderful Christmas lunch there with a large group last Sunday and everything was just right. Top class roasts, miles better than anything you'll find in Highgate proper. I've eaten there on several occasions now, not just Sundays, and the quality is consistently good, I’ve taken various family and friend groups there and everyone has really loved it. The downstairs bar is beautiful, albeit a little dark sometimes (you get used to it), the upstairs is even nicer.

Ok you don't get table service like you do at st. Johns but it’s all part of the charm and I'd rather the star any day.
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Miles Henderson
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Thursday, December 20, 2007