Mascara Bar

Recently had my birthday at Mascara Bar and had the most fantastic time - the staff were really friendly and attentive, the bar was clean and welcoming, and the music was great! Stayed until close because the vibes were so good - have been before for karaoke and had a fantastic time so will definitely be back. One of the best pubs/late bars in London :)

I used to like this place. Had some good late nights here a few years ago. But I was barred by Maggie for no reason I could fathom. I see it as a badge of honour as the locals say she bars everyone at some point, lol. Thanks for the reply, Maggie. It was a while ago, I wasn't drunk but you saw me on your outside on CCTV talking to some boys on bikes one late night. Turned out they were petty dealers - you assumed I was dealing (I'm a librarian, lol). I came back for my 50th a few years later with some mates (including my old mate, Kevin (a quiet West Indian man) - you know him but call him Michael for some reason) you were outside and said I was still barred. I was impressed with your memory. Not tried going back since.

I’ve been coming to this establishment for a number of years, this place holds a magic that many London pubs cease to have. From the drinks served, the custom, to the people you meet and share conversations with, old friends and new, not many places have a warm welcoming feeling like this one. Additionally the live music shows here are superb, from the sound quality, the talent of the musicians, to the crowds that spectate; I’ve witnessed a number of great shows here Finally, as an avid Guinness drinker, this pub is top, no questions about it.

Worst pub in Stokey 🤮🤮🤮🤮 Very disappointing experience 👎🏻 I was surprised to be told I could not remain on the premises unless I purchased something, even though my husband had already ordered a drink. I ended up having to buy a packet of crisps simply to accompany him. The service was unwelcoming, and the staff member we interacted with was particularly rude. Overall, I cannot recommend this establishment and would advise avoiding it👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

I have been in this bar om my owm and in couple and in small group many times overvthe years and cannot recall a bad time and many times top nights. Most regulars, maggie and staff welcolming. I am not sure where all the recent bad reviews are coming from. In several of the incidents details are vague or do not support the reviewers ire. Two have thrown in serious accusations which my experience over several years do not support. There are regular black patrons and on music there are mixed crowds. Either has gone very downhill very recently or something else is going on...ill check out soon to judge for myself. Suppprt independent venues.

Fantastic spot, can’t go wrong. The Bar staff are the best . Yet Maggie and Mila are truely fantastic, they are such stars, behind the bar nothing gets through the gaps. what a pair of sweethearts who would dare cross them???

Excellent Bar. Great Vibes. Far better Atmosphere than anything in Central. Staff very friendly & attentive. Handed in & kept my Bag I’d left there after 1 too many. For over 2 Weeks. Thanks. Highly recommended.

Absolute joke of a place. Regular bar staff have to “search you” when you come in which, by law is not legal. A search of a customer must be conducted by an SIA badge holder or management with a personal license. Also, the search must be conducted by someone of the same gender as the customer being searched. Going past the blatant disregard of licensing law and policy the place is a mess, regulars think they own the place and the Guinness! I’d heard it was half decent here… not the case, liquid in the glass looking like an off chocolate bar, minimal foam with some added bubbles to make it even worse. The owner (seen her previous replies to criticisms and valid feedback) hasn’t got a clue. Living off its name and OLD reputation. I’d give the place a year or two until it’s poofed into non-existence. **EDIT** Hiya MAGS, In answer to your apparent “points” here are the following: Point 1: As I stated previously (maybe you forgot or didn’t read it properly) a search can only be ‘“legally conducted by management of the same gender or sex as well as SIA badge holders. An add on to your apparent point MAGS. Don’t know what attractiveness has to do with anything. Bit weird to be mentioning attractiveness in a professional aspect… Point 2: If you bothered to read my review of Dalston Superstore you would realise that I myself identify as queer. And me leaving the review for that establishment was due to their unfair treatment to Bisexual and Pansexual people. Point3: Don’t lie to me and yourself. You know the toilets are not great. Not the worse but not great. Having a quick look around every 40 minutes does not constitute them as being “clean”. Cheers 😁 **Second Edit as I’ve just seen this woman’s reply! 🤣 Maybe if you (MAGS) stopped being so rude, learnt some manners as well as some general professionalism you could have a great bar… again… Stop getting your regulars to write 5* reviews for you. The people who critiqued your bar after me I do not know. Might shock you that I don’t agree with some of the things they have said!?! But stop being so blatantly obvious with your 5* reviews recently haha

Played a gig there last Friday , loved the place, bohemian , friendly staff, great atmosphere, reminded me 90s London. Unpretentious and full of mystery.

Quirky, cosmopolitan, cheap for a late night venue. The soul & jazz nights are great!

This place is a gem. Only place in Stoke Newington open until 3am all weekend and independently run - proper old school boozer. I was in there on Sunday watching live Irish music and taking advantage of the 3 pound pints of Guinness. Watch out for the landlady though. She spots bull shitters a mile away and won't be charmed. Its easier getting into Berghain!

A couple of friends and I have been hugely mistreated there yesterday night. We've chosen a couple songs in the jukebox and the manager didn't want to serve us anymore because it didn't match her music taste. The song were rock in general and there was nothing at all offensive on them. Absolutely awful. Don't you ever think about spending your time in this place.