The Fox

Karaoke Extravaganza with Unbeatably Cozy Vibes

Strolling down the cobblestone street near Old Street, you might just miss The Fox at first glance. But those who enter find a hidden treasure that's swiftly making a name for itself as a lively hub of fun and flavor. With spacious interiors and a buzzing atmosphere, this delightful pub brilliantly marries the rustic charm of a traditional tavern with vibrant modern touches. Its crown jewel is undeniably the karaoke room: cleverly tucked away at the top of the pub, it’s been adorned in glitzy, cozy decadence ready to host small armies of aspiring divas and rockstars. The sound system impressively channels everything from crooning ballads to thumping anthems, fuelled by an exhaustive catalogue that would make any DJ envious. And for those athletes of joyful inebriation exercising their Gucci-Gooey vocal cords, relief lies no further than a QR code to effortlessly summon libations without missing a beat.

Now, let's pause for kudos to The Fox's culinary maestros who whip up food that teeters delightfully between hearty and haute. The K-Pop Chicken Wings are not just wings—they're poetry wrapped in crispy chill reverie, whether you’ve embraced gluten or you've gone by less wheat. Service hops and hustles with warmth, punctuated by friendly smiles that occasionally spill over into good-humoured chaos where staff sings along to your tune. Yes, drinks won't break your wallet either, served diligently by folks no stranger to late-night pub quirkiness without compromising on professionalism. But fair warning: tread gently around service charges—as cheeky as they may seem, we're told it's part bargaining chip, part running gag. If you're up for splashes of song, stupendous chicken, and sensational revelry, The Fox deserves its stopover star on the map of must-visit London tales. — Milo Tastemaker