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Where to drink at Arsenal: Best pubs near the Emirates Stadium

Written by Harry Dowsett
Last Update: July 22, 2024
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Thanks to the club's massive size and large fanbase, Arsenal regularly sell out their home ground when welcoming visitors to North London.

Thousands of supporters arrive ahead of the game, many of whom will have the same question on the tip of their tongue – what are the best pubs near the Emirates Stadium?

This article will serve as your full guide as we delve into the topic, and will provide separate options for both home and away fans to ensure all match-going supporters can find a suitable venue for those pre-game beers.

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Best pubs for Arsenal fans near Emirates Stadium

Of course, on matchday, many fans want to be surrounded by their own, not just for safety, but also for the incredible atmosphere that is often conjured up as a result. There is also perhaps nothing better than discussing the upcoming match with fellow supporters over a beer before kick-off.

One of the best options for this is Tollington Arms – An Arsenal-only pub – that has won countless awards over the years and is loved by many of the club's supporters. While an excellent choice, it certainly isn't the only one available to you, with an array of pubs dotted around the area surrounding the Arsenal stadium.

Our full list of the best pubs for Arsenal fans near the Emirates Stadium is as follows:

  • Tollington Arms, 15 Hornsey Rd, London N7 6DN – 7-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Plimsoll, 52 St Thomas's Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 2QQ – 12-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Gunners Pub, 204 Blackstock Rd, London N5 1EN – 13-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Twelve Pins, 263 Seven Sisters Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 2DE – 19-minute walk to the stadium
  • Famous Cock Tavern, 259 Upper St, London N1 1RU – 21-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Faltering Fullback, 19 Perth Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 3HB – 26-minute walk to the stadium

It is worth noting that on matchday, many of these pubs will require a valid match ticket or Arsenal membership card to be presented before entry into the premises is granted.

Best pubs for away fans near the Arsenal stadium

However, not all fans in the area on matchday will be Arsenal fans and away supporters, like their counterparts, will be on the hunt for top-notch pubs to get those pre-game drinks flowing.

The Hercules, which is located on Holloway Road, is a must-visit for travelling supporters and is widely regarded as the best pub for away fans in the local area.

Options for non-Arsenal fans are understandably more limited, but our full list of the best pubs for away fans near the Emirates Stadium is as follows:

  • The Hercules, 504 Holloway Rd, London N7 6JA – 17-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Coronet, 338 Holloway Rd, London N7 6NJ – 10-minute walk to the stadium
  • The Blackstock, 284 Seven Sisters Rd, Finsbury Park, London N4 2HY – 18-minute walk to the stadium

A last resort could be The Twelve Pins, which, while predominantly an Arsenal fan pub, does often welcome away fans of non-rival clubs without any trouble.

Drinking inside the Emirates Stadium

Perhaps none of those choices stands out to you, or maybe you aren't a fan of pubs altogether. In that case, one option available to you would be to get your pre-game drinks at the Arsenal stadium.

As is the case with the vast majority of Premier League grounds, however, your wallet is unlikely to thank you for doing so as the price of a pint at the Emirates starts at around £7.

In terms of beer, you will have three main options at your disposal: Camden Hells Lager, Camden Pale Ale and Magners Cider.  If you are also in the mood for some food to soak the drink up with, then you will have a wide selection of stalls inside the stadium to choose from, each serving an array of the expected pies, hot dogs, burgers, chips and much more.