Coeur De Lion

You'll find yourself on Northumberland Place, a tucked-away corner of Bath that feels miles from the tourist crush around the Abbey. Coeur De Lion is the kind of place locals actually drink in—all exposed stone walls, low ceilings, and the sort of warm lighting that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. The pub's got genuine character, the sort that comes from age rather than design committees. The bar staff know their stuff when it comes to ales, and the food is straightforward British fare that doesn't try to be clever about itself. Whether you're after a proper pint or something to eat, it's unpretentious and honest—which is rare enough in Bath these days.