The Macbeth

They just reopened and it's great! The staff is super friendly, the interior looks stylish and moody. They sell craft beers (Madri, Pravha etc.) and very tasty cocktails. I especially recommend the signature cocktail (The Macbeth). Def going back once in London.

Since the new ownership/management has taken over the Macbeth has been transformed into easily one of the most enjoyable places to go out in Hoxton. The cocktails are INCREDIBLE, in terms of taste, creativity, and price you get so much value for what you pay. The venue itself is gorgeous. Would recommend to anyone, the atmosphere and vibes are wonderful. The daily happy hour deal, which is 2 for 1 cocktails from opening until 7pm, is also perfect for after work drinks! 10/10!!

A hidden gem in hoxton, great aesthetic, great music and the drinks are incredible! Bar staff are enthusiastic and knowledgeable! Can't wait to come back for a big night out 😍

Very cool cocktails. If you want an extra "wow" factor, get the Cannonball 😎

A fresh new image under new management! This place needed a fixup from previous ownership and they have delivered. I highly recommend trying the signature cocktails on the menu! The staff are very welcoming and professional!

I was so happy to see this iconic place finally re-opened! The new owners done a great job with the refurb, the place looks amazing! Their cocktails are spot on, really tasty classics with a twist and some signature cocktails as we well. My absolute favourite was the Yuzu Margarita. I will be returning for sure!

🚇 Hoxton
🍺 £5.70 Pravha
❤️ A Hoxton pub with historic value.
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The Macbeth is located towards the lower end of Hoxton Street in the heart of Hoxton. The nearest station is Hoxton overground, Old Street tube is also close by.
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This place started life as a gin distillery early in the 19th century, if you look towards the top of the building you will see the words Hoxton Distillery built into the parapet. This pubs’s original name was The White Hart up, in 1978 it changed to the Macbeth and since then the name has seesawed between the two names.
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The decor here is traditional with some contemporary twists. The absolute stand out feature is the mural of a scene from Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth, this Victorian tiled mural dates back to the 1880’s. This place is well worth a visit just to see this historic artwork alone.
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The beer choice was very limited to just five keg options. The were lots of cocktail shakers on the bar and a multitude of spirits behind the jump which eludes to the clientele this pub is geared up to. I had a pint of Pravha which was a decent pint and under £6.
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I arrived around 4pm on the Friday before Christmas and it was very quiet and I had the place to myself. I got chatting to the very nice chap behind the bar who was pottering around checking everything was in place for the evenings trade. The playlist here was indie classics, this was perforated now and again by a soundcheck going on by promoter’s who were prepping for an upcoming event. This place really comes to life in the evenings.
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@themacbeth is not what you would call a traditional pub and markets itself as a music, arts and events pub. Would I recommend a visit here? 100% I would, this building is part of Hoxton’s history and has survived when so many pubs close by have closed their doors for good. If you’re planning a visit here I would recommend to visit early if you’re a traditionalist and later if you fancy music and cocktails.
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ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 23/12/22

I think the prices are extortionate £9 for gin and tonic it's £5.50 in most pubs it's bad enough the cost going up let alone alcohol should feel shame charging so much