Pepe's

You're on Elwick Road heading towards the town centre when you spot the queue snaking out of Pepe's—and honestly, it moves fast. This isn't greasy spoon territory; it's properly seasoned, generously portioned Spanish-influenced fried chicken and sides done right. The sort of place where regulars know exactly what they want (the skin's crispy, the meat stays juicy) and newcomers suddenly understand why people keep coming back. The unit space is unpretentious but lively, with that genuinely busy atmosphere that tells you something's working. Grab a number, wait maybe ten minutes tops, and you'll have food that actually justifies the hype rather than just riding it.