The Islington Bar
Surprisingly down-at-heal bar in the slightly rougher part of Islington. It's ok and not too trendy at all, but when we visited it was full of townies and the sound system wasn't up to much at all. Hosts the monthly Stay Beautiful night (indie/trashy/electro/punk) which is always fun.

342 Caledonian Rd, N1
nearest tube/rail: Kings Cross, Caledonian Rd or Caledonian Rd & Barnsbury.