The Fountain

Head down to West Quay and you'll find The Fountain doing what it does best—being the kind of pub where people actually want to spend their evening. It's got that lived-in feel that comes from doing the basics right: decent pints, grub that doesn't pretend to be something it's not, and enough personality to keep regulars coming back without feeling exclusive. The riverside location is genuinely lovely, especially when the light's right on the water. You're looking at a place that's earned its reputation through consistency rather than Instagram moments.