Brass Haus

You'll spot the gleaming brass fixtures before you even step inside this polished operation on Westover Road, just a stone's throw from the town centre bustle. The kitchen takes pub grub seriously here – think elevated comfort food that doesn't try too hard, paired with a decent selection of craft beers and cocktails that won't break the bank. Weekend mornings bring a proper brunch crowd nursing hangovers with full English breakfasts and bottomless coffee, while evenings see the place transform into something livelier. The Friday and Saturday late licence means you can settle in for the long haul, and the staff actually seem to enjoy working here, which makes all the difference when you're three pints deep.