Little Mercies

Opened back in 2018 by Alan Sherwood and brothers Max and Noel Venning of Three Sheets in Dalston (and now Soho) Little Mercies is a jewel in Crouch End’s crown. Their small plates are globetrotting, from croquettes and padron peppers to bao and char siu celeriac, while their signature cocktails are equally playful. A Garden Picante distils mixed greens (basil, lovage and tarragon) to give their classic spicy marg added depth; a Snickers Old Fashioned, with peanut butter, whisky and salted chocolate, sounds like the best bits of the kids’ and adults’ snack table put together. Bare brick walls and accents of midnight blue keep it chic for a neighbourhood crowd that’s bustling and busy: grab a seat at the bar and work your way through their clever and surprisingly reasonably-priced menu, with most cocktails clocking in around the £11 mark.

Order this: Waiting for a late mate or simply fancy a tasty preview? Little Mercies sell mini drinks to get you in the mood, such as their £6 lychee martini.

Time Out tip: Between 6pm and 7pm every day (including weekends), nab 30% off the whole menu during Happy Hour.