The Alexandra

You walk into The Alexandra and it feels like someone's already expecting you, even if it's your first time. This is the kind of pub that doesn't need Instagram to get busy—it's got that understated confidence of a place that's been pulling pints in the same spot for years, serving the same crowd who keep coming back. On Albion Road, it's become the sort of spot where you'll catch locals unwinding after work, mates settling in for a proper catch-up, and families actually feeling welcome without any fuss. The ratings speak to something straightforward: decent beer, no nonsense, and a vibe that feels genuinely earned rather than manufactured.