The Effra

Decent local boozer. Round here still searching for that perfect neighbourhood pint hole - everything either too full of yummy mums and hooray cardigan dads or soulessly chainy or both. Lighting is a bit bright in here which is a bad start - sounds picky but boozers just shouldn’t be anything like dentists. Shoot me. Live music is a fun option and the beer selection is decent - Brooklyn, madri and usual suspects. The search goes on…

We went there for the jazz band and it was definitely worth it. Great environment, crowd, staff work really fast, easy to get drinks. There is also an outside area. They don't serve food, but they do allow you to order online and get it delivered. Please check in advance the days that the band is playing, we were there on a Thursday.

Came for the Sunday Jazz night. Was thoroughly enjoying the music and noticed this elderly lady sitting in the corner, sipping a pint, head weaving to the music. Thought to myself ‘oh how cute.’ 5 minutes later she stood up, busted out a trumpet from god knows where and led the band through a frenetic solo that electrified the room (see video). So is Effra Hall a unique place to see some jazz? Yeah I’d say so.

My first time visiting this bar with a friend who frequents on occasion. I really had an amazing time. The bar staff are more than friendly but nice guys /girls and competent to match. I was blown away by the band who preformed at 110% making the place electric. Some of the locals didn't seem to appreciate just how lucky they are to have such an amazing bar. I spent time inside as well as outside in the garden that had a real good vibe. The customers were all friendly and spent a lot of my time migling with a few groups during the evening. I'll l definetly be going back Wednesday for more of the same. There's music Wed, Thurs and Sat coming up so gonna make my week of entertainment I think. It's been a long time since Brixton was on my night out agenda but its certainly going to be again. Thanks guys for an amazing evening.