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The Pineapple (Free House)
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Brakspear (at Marston's Wychwood then at Banks's) - Oxford Gold |  | 1 |
| New River - Blind Poet |  | 1 |
| Portobello - VPA | | 1 |
| 3 Brewers of St. Albans - Golden Engish Ale | | 1 |
| Park - Killcat Pale | | 1 |
| East London (ELB) - Pale Ale | | 1 |
| Dorking - Pilcrow Pale |  | 1 |
| Vale of Glamorgan (VOG) - VPA | | 1 |
| Oakham - Asylum | | 1 |
| Great Orme - Ynys Mon | | 1 |
| Portobello - Westway Pale | | 1 |
| Stod Fold - Uncle Sam | | 1 |
| Milestone - American Pale Ale | | 1 |
| Portobello - Hedgerow Pale Ale | | 1 |
| Quantock - White Hind |  | 1 |
| Arkell's - Queen's Tipple | | 1 |
| Marston's - Pineapple Amber Ale (house ale) | Not Tried | 0 |
| Milestone - Shine On | Not Tried | 0 |
| Cottage - Tornado | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship | Not Tried | 0 |
| Rudgate - Nordic Storm | Not Tried | 0 |
| Brentwood - Porter | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Broadside | Not Tried | 0 |
| Sharp's - Doom Bar | Not Tried | 0 |
| Dark Star - Partridge Best Bitter | Not Tried | 0 |
| JW Lees (see also Lees) - Plum Pudding | Not Tried | 0 |
| Hogs Back - Mistletoe & Swine | Not Tried | 0 |
| Marston's - Pedigree | Not Tried | 0 |
| West Berkshire - Yule Fuel | Not Tried | 0 |
| Purity - Saddle Black | Not Tried | 0 |
| 3 Brewers of St. Albans - Mild | Not Tried | 0 |
| Marston's - Pedigree | Not Tried | 0 |
| Oakham - JHB | Not Tried | 0 |
| Southwark - Mayflower Session IPA | Not Tried | 0 |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Raven Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Portobello - Squidge Stout | Not Tried | 0 |
| Stonehenge - Spire Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Sea Fog | Not Tried | 0 |
| Milestone - Lion's Pride | Not Tried | 0 |
Visits Details
30 Mar 2026 (Magnus Greel)
12.15ish arrival I was the first customer until a few folk drifted in during my stay. No obvious changes since my first visit 25 or so years ago, the pub still retains it superb worn out shabby charm and yet to be turned into an IKEA showroom dare I say it. Good to see their renowned Thai menu still going although now priced at £10 but still good value in today's climate.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portobello - VPA | 4.00 | | An easy 4* for this malty nutty dry and peppery brown ale. Complemented my delicious Thai green curry perfectly. |
| Portobello - Westway Pale | 3.80 | | A bit hazy but in good condition for this flavoursome hoppy fruity fare with hints of citrus and yes, pineapple! |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Pineapple Amber Ale (house ale) | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Brentwood - Porter | 4.80 | Not Tried |
30 Aug 2022 (Jack William)
On my way to Craven Cottage - took a diversion here to tick one off my wish list. Very impressed - fascinating interior and a friendly welcome.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New River - Blind Poet | 4.50 | | Delicious, well kept Porter. |
| Vale of Glamorgan (VOG) - VPA | 3.80 | | |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Adnams - Sea Fog | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Pineapple Amber Ale (house ale) | 4.50 | Not Tried |
26 May 2021 (Magnus Greel)
Three of us in for a good value Thai lunch and a couple of pints to wash it down. A few other groups in too with the same idea. Main bar area didn't seem to be in use rather the conservatory instead.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portobello - Hedgerow Pale Ale | 4.50 | | Dry fruity with hints of kumquat |
| Marston's - Pedigree | 4.50 | Not Tried | Badged as Pineapple Amber Ale |
| Southwark - Mayflower Session IPA | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Portobello - Squidge Stout | 4.50 | Not Tried |
29 Mar 2018 (Archie14)
Stunning back street local. Nice friendly local characters at the bar, reminded me of the BBC comedy Early Doors!
I have not listed all the beers.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park - Killcat Pale | 3.70 | | Hazy, possibly unfined? But an excellent pint full of wonderful citrus and a hint of elderflower! |
23 Mar 2018 (Magnus Greel)
Mid evening and busy with as many customers leaving as arriving, we found a table by the entrance and enjoyed the atmosphere.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Brewers of St. Albans - Golden Engish Ale | 3.80 | | Hoppy refreshing and zesty, my kinda beer. |
| Oakham - Asylum | 4.50 | | Not as exciting as I was expecting for an Oakham ale. |
| Purity - Saddle Black | 5.10 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Pedigree | 4.50 | Not Tried | Badged as Pineapple Amber Ale |
| 3 Brewers of St. Albans - Mild | 3.60 | Not Tried |
29 Dec 2017 (Magnus Greel)
Early evening and heaving, I managed to find a seat at the bar with customers bustling about me. Despite this a superb friendly atmosphere as always here.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorking - Pilcrow Pale | 4.00 | | Described as a pale ale this was dark but light refreshing and zesty. |
| JW Lees (see also Lees) - Plum Pudding | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Hogs Back - Mistletoe & Swine | 5.20 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Pedigree | 4.50 | Not Tried | Badged as Pineapple |
| West Berkshire - Yule Fuel | 5.00 | Not Tried |
29 Sep 2016 (ChrisE)
Soon after 12:00 and plenty of room to sit down. Jason will be pleased to know that the Thai lunches are still priced at £5.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| East London (ELB) - Pale Ale | 4.00 | | |
| Sharp's - Doom Bar | 4.00 | Not Tried |
08 Sep 2015 (Stephen Harris)
Almost uncomfortably busy early on a Tuesday evening, the two staff members a little over-stretched at the bar. Did not really allow for appreciation of what a fine old pub this is. A beer called ‘Dogfight’ was also on sale but had no indication of brewery name on the clip. By chance I discovered that a CAMRA discount is available here.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stod Fold - Uncle Sam | 5.20 | | Pale gold in colour. Masses of US hops in this, but not quite hitting the right balance in my opinion. |
| Sharp's - Doom Bar | 4.00 | Not Tried |
21 Oct 2014 (Magnus Greel)
Late lunchtime visit not too late to enjoy their bargain fiver Thai lunch menu
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakspear (at Marston's Wychwood then at Banks's) - Oxford Gold | 4.00 | | Deliciously smooth and creamy |
| Great Orme - Ynys Mon | 4.60 | | Strong toffee hit which dissipates fast |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Sharp's - Doom Bar | 4.00 | Not Tried | Rare beer in a London pub alas didn't try |
| Dark Star - Partridge Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried |
02 Jun 2012 (Stephen Harris)
I moved on from the Junction Tavern when it became too crowded. Five minutes later I was in here, where to my surprise another beer festival was in full swing with casks on a stillage in the back yard. Cruise Ship Tony was in and we talked world travel whilst he ran through his photos from his recent trip to North Korea. A few other beers were available in addition to those listed.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milestone - American Pale Ale | 4.60 | | Bitter malt taste, with US hops less prominent than expected. |
| Arkell's - Queen's Tipple | 4.50 | | Almost orange in colour, sweet, syrupy and a bit flat from the stillage. |
| Quantock - White Hind | 4.60 | | Chestnut coloured, malty and oily. Dry finish. |
| Oakham - JHB | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Orkney (Sinclair) - Raven Ale | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Stonehenge - Spire Ale | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Milestone - Lion's Pride | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Milestone - Shine On | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Cottage - Tornado | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Rudgate - Nordic Storm | 5.00 | Not Tried |
About The Pineapple
Summary of Beer Scores
| Total | |
|---|---|
| 1 |
| 10 |
| 10 |
| 2 |
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The pub is found in Kentish Town, Greater London, NW5 2NX.
In Leverton Street, probably the most unspoilt pub in the area. It is Grade II listed and on CAMRA's London Regional Inventory of unspoilt pub interiors. It is a short walk from Kentish Town railway station. Saved from being lost as a pub by concerted customer action.
We have visited this pub 16 times, seen 49 different beers and tried 20 of them.
Postcode: NW5 2NX