Large Clapton pub with a standout beer garden, solid drinks, and mixed but improving kitchen; go for the space and atmosphere, manage expectations on food and speed at busy times.
Crooked Billet delivers a destination-worthy beer garden experience with excellent outdoor space and seating comfort, making it a solid neighborhood gathering spot. However, food quality shows meaningful variability across kitchen shifts, and inconsistent execution on roasts and mains prevents a higher grade. Best enjoyed for drinks, atmosphere, and social occasions rather than as a reliable dining destination.
One caveat: Roasts and some mains are inconsistent (undercooked or lacking components in several reports)