The atmosphere at the flask is generally quite buzzing, so for a few drinks with friends it is a great place to go, however, the Sunday lunch I just had there was a real disappointment, the lamb was fatty and tough, potatoes were soggy and the veg was not great either and all of this covered in a mediocre gravy!! We also ordered espressos which came out on a filthy tray with dessert spoons to stir in the sugar!! The service is generally quite friendly and promt and it is obvious that the staff are under a lot of pressure as it is always so busy. I will not be going here again for food (unless I hear of a drastic improvement!!!) but will still go for the odd drink.

The Flask really is one of my favourite pubs. The selection of drinks is impressive, the staff are friendly and knowledgable, and the pub itself is fantastic. It's got a network of intimate and cosy rooms, which are great for a winter's evening, but it also has a large beer garden for those warm sunny days after you've been walking on the Heath.

The clientele at The Flask is varied, there's a full spectrum: some young-uns mixed amongst senior Highgateans, but it just all works well. It even has a slightly eclectic jazz night on Mondays. Downsides? It can get a bit busy, but that's about it.