The Brasshouse

You know that stretch of Broad Street where most pubs feel like they're trying too hard to be everything to everyone? The Brasshouse sits right in the thick of it but somehow manages to keep its head screwed on. The beer selection is properly curated rather than just whatever's cheapest, and they've got the food thing sorted without turning into one of those gastropubs that charges fifteen quid for fish and chips. The space is big enough to handle the Broad Street crowds but split across different levels so you can actually find a corner that doesn't feel like you're drinking in a football stadium. Whether you're after a quick pint before heading elsewhere or settling in for the evening, they've got the basics right – decent grub, well-kept ales, and bar staff who know what they're doing.