New Wine bar - OAK N4

Sutent

Not sure if we have discussed this place before. Looks like it is opening soon on Wells Terrace. I am sure Kruzekav will be swirling and sloshing the fine wines.... http://www.islingtongazette.co.uk/news/start_up_of_the_week_finsbury_park_wine_bar_promises_to_be_a_corker_1_4806311

krappyrubsnif

A *wine bar*? What is the world [Stroud Green] coming to?

conformable_kate

“We wanted to mash a few concepts together.” I like the idea of a wine bar ... but ...

poxy

Ooh, they've missed an open goal there. They should have called it "The Jaunty Sweater".

kreuzkav

'The Jumper over Grape' would be even better. @ Sutent. Perhaps a splash of rioja would be oakie dokie, but the swirling and sloshing would have me reach for The Cure.

fabruce

Amazing that someone else is starting a business! I hope they do really well. I will definitely visit, haven't found any more info online though..

fabruce

Does anyone know if they opened in the end?

CityOfSin

Not yet > https://twitter.com/OAK_N4

Soon

Great, really looking forward to see that! Clapton craft on Stroudgreen road has also a pretty good selection specialized in organic and natural wine. I hope Oak N4 will have some good affordable bottles alongside the fancy expensive one. A selection similar to Samples on Upper st. wood be great.

Luirette

Funnily enough I noticed it yesterday as I was travelling along Well's Terrace. It really stands out on that neglected strip. Looks like they're getting ready to open.

Ali

Opens tomorrow http://oakn4.co.uk/

Arkady

I'm here now with the missus. Accidently turned out to be the first customers. I'll let you know how I get on with the riesling.

Ali

Near real time review?

Arkady

Riesling excellent, cava even better. Friendly, passionate people and comfortable atmosphere. Great addition to the area.

jlong

I can second that - I was there early evening. There's a fantastic range of wine and the lower end is remarkably good value. There aren't many places you can get a good glass of wine that start in the £3 bracket!

_Bee

I just went! A great range of prices and really nice owner. Says it will be dog friendly. Closed on Mondays.

krappyrubsnif

Just checked it out. Looks excellent. Friendly and matter of fact, hopefully not going to be over-posh and price itself out of the area, like so many other start-ups. Promising - I’ll be quaffing a glass there later.

the_dodo

Does anyone know if they also offer any food i.e. cheese board to pair with the wine? It looks quite nice, but it's a bit difficult to spot with the white font on the wooden sign, especially at night.

Fin

This place is brilliant, fantastic wines and welcoming, knowledgeable staff to talk you though it. I have discovered what has fast become my favourite ever wine though the owner, a very friendly Aussie from Holloway called Cameron. I've fast become a loyal customer! Think they plan to offer nibbles if they don't quite already.

Arkady

Absolutely love it. I've already spend more money here than I can afford.

krappyrubsnif

It's quite expensive for take away........but friendly, enterprising and innovative, will probably find its niche. I liked it.

TheMimsy

Huge thumbs up!

Friendly staff, my Cava was nice and you can actually have a conversation (I hate blaring music in pubs/bars).

Way to go, N4!

the_dodo

Agreed and I'm a real fan of the furniture/decoration they chose. Nice wine, the cheese/cured meat platter has room for improvement, but in general it's a great addition in the area!

krappyrubsnif

In danger if becoming a regular. Agree about the ambience and chat.

wraylikefay

We are not really ones for wine bars, much prefer pubs, but went on Paddy's night when all was green and loud and Guinnessy elsewhere and really enjoyed it. Friendly and knowledgeable and nice atmosphere, not cheap but the other day spent £6 on a pint of Blue Moon in the Blackstock!

Papa

Reviving this thread as went to Oak for the second time last night on a rare child-free evening (ours not the wine bar's).

Great selection of wines, really nice, knowledgeable and helpful staff and we also had a small meat and charcuterie platter that was very generous and fairly priced.

It really is very good and cracking place to go that's a bit different to just heading to the pub.

Fairly busy too, so I hope they are doing well.

Arkady

I suspect they're doing just fine. I spend enough money in there every month to keep them in business.

the_dodo

Yes, they are probably doing very well. I believe they recently started opening on Mondays as well.

krappyrubsnif

Oh good

gardener-joe

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Ali

Park Theatre has regenerated that area very well, guess it will get even more interesting with the new station exit and masses of new people in the development next door. I hope it just doesn't end up with national chains.