The Union Inn

Head down Caernarfon Road and you'll find The Union Inn doing what it does best—being the kind of pub where regulars prop up the bar and newcomers feel welcome within minutes. It's the sort of place that doesn't need to shout about itself; the steady 4.4-star rating tells you locals keep coming back. You're looking at decent value at ££, which means you can settle in for a few hours without your wallet taking a battering. The vibe is genuinely relaxed—no craft beer posturing, no Instagram bait, just honest drinking and good company.