Oak N4
Unit 2, 5-7 Wells Terrace, London N4 3JU
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European
OAK N4 is a local and independent wine bar and store in Finsbury Park since 2016. We have over 180 different wines by the bottle available for drink-in or takeaway, and around 30 options served by the glass, and the menu changes frequently. Cheese, charcuterie and vegan platters available. Live music every Sunday from 7pm.
Reservations
Booking Notes:
Reservations are available for inside only.
Outdoor sitting is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Business Info
- Address: Unit 2, 5-7 Wells Terrace, London N4 3JU
- Cross Street: Finsbury Park
- Cuisine: European | Vegan | Vegetarian |
- Cost: | Inexpensive
- Category: Wine Bar/Shop
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Dinner | Late | Other |
- Parking: Street |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Apple Pay | Android Pay |
- Corkage Fee: 10.00 |
- Website: http://oakn4.co.uk/
- Phone: 020 7684 1294
- Features: Full Bar, Live Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Takeout Available, Winning Wine List, Wheelchair Access, Free Wi-Fi,
- Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Dog Friendly, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Indoors - Front Area 17:00 - 22:00
- Indoors - Bar 17:00 - 22:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 17:00 - 22:00
- Tuesday
- Indoors - Front Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Bar 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Wednesday
- Indoors - Rear Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Bar 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Front Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Thursday
- Indoors - Front Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Bar 17:00 - 23:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 17:00 - 23:00
- Friday
- Indoors - Front Area 17:00 - 0:00
- Indoors - Bar 17:00 - 0:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 17:00 - 0:00
- Saturday
- Indoors - Front Area 12:00 - 0:00
- Indoors - Bar 12:00 - 0:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 12:00 - 0:00
- Sunday
- Indoors - Front Area 12:00 - 22:00
- Indoors - Bar 12:00 - 22:00
- Indoors - Rear Area 12:00 - 22:00
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.84 out of 5 stars based on 716 votes
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 23, 2023
Melvin S.
We’ve just found Oak and absolutely love it. A fantastic wine selection, tasty and generous platters, and friendly, knowledgeable service. Will be back again soon!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 10, 2023
David B.
We didn’t eat.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 21, 2023
JENNIFER M.
Love coming here - great place , great choices and divine cheese platters!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 17, 2023
Dawn B.
I love it here. 9 for food as ran out of bread but there were alternatives.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 07, 2023
Shalini S.
I love Oak! Great service and ambience - any chance of a slightly wider food menu?
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 05, 2023
Sonia C.
Lovely little wine bar with wonderful staff and amazing vino choices!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 12, 2023
Eric D.
Always a pleasure to visit oakn4, very good place, friendly people, very good wine and great cheese
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 31, 2023
Lee M.
We love this place. It's such a gem! The wine selection is great and their cheese plate is divine.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 07, 2023
Orleigh B.
Such a wonderful experience! I’ll definitely be back!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 30, 2023
Lucy L.
All excellent, but can't comment on food as didn't order any, but atmosphere, service, quality of wine and value were all top - will definitely come again
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Apr 18, 2023
Elin G.
Lovely staff, ambience, and wine! It has a really local feel and I’ve been going there for a while now so I’m trying to make it my local! Wines are much more expensive to drink in which is a shame as it’s so much better drinking in.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 07, 2023
Gareth T.
Love it here!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 26, 2023
Gavin S.
Awesome experience!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Mar 22, 2023
Ellie B.
Lovely little place to grab a beautiful glass of wine before the cinema. Service was exemplary.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 17, 2023
Joanne S.
Great place. Lovely atmosphere. Fantastic value for money. Excellent wine. We chose Argentinian Malbec. Cheese selection perfect compliment. Will definitely return.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 01, 2023
Karen H.
Love coming to Oak for a bottle of red with my son.
Very good service, lovely choice of wine and generous portions on the food.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 25, 2023
Alison C.
A little gem in the heart of Finsbury Park, wonderful wines, knowledgeable and friendly service and a relaxing welcoming vibe. I'd go every night if I could!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 09, 2023
Neil B.
This is a fantastic wine bar. We had good wine by the glass and then choose a bottle from wine kept on shelves. Excellent French Cahors (Malbec). Generous plate of cured meat and cheese. Friendly staff member. Very good value at just over £30 each with service charge. Great place to go before e.g. Park Theatre.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 01, 2023
Pauline N.
Lovely staff, great wine, excellent music. Perfect ambience
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 10, 2022
Lee M.
This is my favourite local spot for delicious wine and spectacular cheese. The team are all warm, funny and welcoming.
This place is a rare gem.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 25, 2022
Stephanie M.
Great atmosphere, cool and friendly staff, great wine and food
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 20, 2022
Sabrina F.
Great atmosphere. Great choices of wines.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 16, 2022
Fiona F.
Booked this for a post cinema drink and snack for 4 friends on my birthday. Had an absolute ball. The main guy helped us choose 3 different bottles of red. We ate lovely rustic bread and hams. Lovely atmosphere and great service. Will most definitely go back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 06, 2022
Cynthia V.
Excellent as always!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 03, 2022
Arabella W.
OakN4 is a rare find - a lovely, inviting, independent wine bar with very friendly, knowledgeable staff and a fantastic atmosphere - feels just like a French wine bar. Just perfect for a proper night out or just a glass of wine with pals. Cannot recommend this place highly enough.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 28, 2022
Debbie M.
Very cosy bar with knowledgeable staff.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 07, 2022
Maria & Joss T.
Always good wine, nibbles and atmosphere. Love the staff!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 22, 2022
Elizabeth L.
This place is a real treasure - we are so lucky to have it.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 20, 2022
Preeta R.
Such a lovely local bar, definitely a great find.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 17, 2022
Louise Y.
Lovely time - great service! Team had great knowledge of their wines and the platter was delicious.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 23, 2022
Claudia O.
A great neighbourhood wine bar, highly recommended
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 01, 2022
Nick and Juliette S.
What a great place, a warm welcome when you arrive and great service all night. Our favourite Wine Bar in London.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
May 02, 2022
Pam R.
Fabulous music
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 01, 2022
Carol P.
We loved it, very good service for a birthday and nice ambiance
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 21, 2022
Lucy P.
Great place - excellent charcuterie, super friendly staff
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 16, 2022
Cecilie Lehmann G.
Had a fabulous time. The ambience and feel of Oak is wonderful, the champagne delicious and the live music just perfect.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Mar 06, 2022
Cecilia L.
The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable - there is a great selection of wine by both glass and bottle (I love the shop style that you can pick a bottle and have in). The selection of food is limited but the charcuterie and cheese boards are phenomenal and price worthy. For a chilled glass of wine with partner or friend this is a perfect place!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 25, 2022
Lindsay A.
Wonderful choice of wines, knowledgeable staff. Lovely grub from a simple, limited menu. Great fun, even for old people !
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 21, 2022
Maria T.
Wine is never a disappointment, great vibe, lovely staff.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 16, 2021
Kaspar B.
Lovely wine, great service
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 08, 2021
Jane K.
Lovely wine bar with authentic decor and friendly service. Really brings up the area. Can wait to visit again.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 02, 2021
Darlene S.
Great place. Lovely staff, and interesting selection of wines. Recommended.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 28, 2021
Bina P.
My first visit and we sat at the bar. Had a superb time. The wine was delicious and the cheese and charcuterie was amongst the best I’ve ever had. Plus a generous portion. No complaints whatsoever. Thank you
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 26, 2021
David S.
The team were excellent very knowledgeable about wines which ensured we had a delightful evening. Loved the food platter but one thought is whether it would be possible to expand the food offering. We will definitely return a great pre theatre venue thank you
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 22, 2021
Graham O.
It’s just a lovely place to enjoy great service, ambience and know you’ll always have a great glass (or two) of excellent wines. Left of any score on food because we didn’t eat but I’m sure it would rate very high.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 25, 2021
Sophie B.
Love this place, never fails to impress. A local gem!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 24, 2021
Hadas H.
Great little place, very good wine
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 05, 2020
Graham O.
Such a great place to relax chat and drink some amazing wines served with knowledge and passion
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 08, 2020
Lily B.
We didn’t eat so I can’t comment on the food but the wines on offer were delicious and reasonably priced, and we had a lovely time sitting at the bar!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 04, 2020
Eleanor R.
It was a lovely evening. The person on the bar gave us a great recommendation and it felt very COVID-safe and calming. Can't wait to visit again.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 02, 2020
Emily P.
Great local wine bar and very helpful staff.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 17, 2020
Malcolm R.
I could never fault Oak N4. The staff are always welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable, the wine is always brilliant and the food is always tasty.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Oct 15, 2020
Lydia E.
We love Oak N4!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 10, 2020
Tamsin B.
Great location, relaxed atmosphere and super friendly and helpful bar staff. I know nothing but the basics and the man who served us helped me choose a bottle I loved and didn’t make me feel stupid/self-conscious in the process - couldn’t fault them! Will be returning.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 30, 2020
Paul C.
Perfect!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 27, 2020
Tristan M.
A wonderful place to sit and chat for a few hours, with friendly service and a fantastic selection of wines
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 25, 2020
Lynne F.
A wonderful local wine bar, serving the local community with a great range of wine and good quality, reasonably priced bread, cheese, charcuterie and vegan options. Much loved. Still going strong through Covid and feels a safe, welcoming space to be in. Highly recommended.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Sep 12, 2020
Gregory P.
This place is fantastic
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 16, 2020
Kimuli K.
Great gem of a place, excellent wine selection, great friendly service. Clean.
A minor criticism is that there is not much food choice for gluten intolerant/ allergic.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 12, 2020
Ana V.
Perfect place for a good wine and a catch-up with a friend! Great variety of wines, amazing Prosecco and lovely platters.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 10, 2020
Celine V.
Good value for money
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 08, 2020
Cynthia V.
Excellent as always. We're big fans of Oak N4 :)
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Aug 07, 2020
Sarah H.
My first outing since the restaurants and bars have re-opened, and it was a great choice! Not too busy, airy, well spaced tables, full table service and, as always, great platters and wine. It's a shame they don't have a proper outdoor seating area, but you can't have it all.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 30, 2020
Jo E.
I didn’t eat you need a N/A button!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 27, 2020
Ingrid B.
Love this place! A hidden gem.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 26, 2020
Molly E.
We did the wine tasting - it was excellent. We learned so much and it was great fun too. The wine was delicious and the staff were beyond lovely!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 26, 2020
Maria T.
Always love supporting OakN4. Love the people and the ambiance. See you all soon.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 22, 2020
John L.
Such a great place for a stop-in after work!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 03, 2023
David S.
staff were excellent both knowledgeable and friendly
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 14, 2023
Sue R.
delightful service. Excellent place for a quick supper before the theatre. We had a delicious mixed platter of charcuterie and cheese.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Jun 18, 2023
Aisling T.
Great wines, friendly staff - a hidden gem at Finsbury Park!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Jun 07, 2023
Carol O.
Really enjoyed gig by Jackson & Morgan
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
May 10, 2023
Laudan N.
We had a great time. Loved the platters - please keep them reasonably priced!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Oct 06, 2022
David S.
Excellent service my knowledgeable staff
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
May 01, 2022
Emma H.
Great place for a relaxed evening with friends !
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 07, 2022
Walter M.
Surprised no question on wine, it is a wine bar after all.
Btw the wine is what makes it.
- Overall: 9/10
Jan 24, 2022
Lynne F.
Lovely evening and so wonderful to have live music back at Oak.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Nov 18, 2021
Lois B.
I loved the place and will most definitely be back, there was a wonderful selection of wines but my favourite things about the place were the cosy ambience and the warm friendly perfect service! I would have liked to see people who require gluten free diets catered for and perhaps something sweet to eat after savoury platters with the wine. Perhaps something that would compliment a sweet wine! But regardless I will most definitely make Oak N4 a regular place to visit.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Aug 25, 2021
Emma H.
Fantastic little bar for a quiet drink and catch up with friends!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Sep 02, 2020
Neil B.
A wine bar with a difference. Shelves of wine to choose from!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Oct 19, 2022
Hugh W.
A very pleasant evening with great blues from Jackson & Morgan. An interesting selection of wines - didn't try food.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 18, 2022
Ben S.
Good friendly service, nice atmosphere food options a bit limited but understand it’s foremost a bar and kitchen is small etc
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 6/10
Jun 17, 2021
Sofie-Eliza P.
Can’t comment on food as didn’t have any! Wine was good but £7 for a regular glass which was quite expensive but happy to support local. We were the only ones there and it did take a bit of waving to get service. Would definitely return.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 24, 2021
Alex W.
Was very good all over, my one suggestion would be perhaps more shareable bread on the meat and cheese sharing plates - there were about 4 pieces on each which were nice although made sharing the cheese more difficult (ie much easier with crackers). Only a minor suggestion, had a lovely time at Oak!