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The Escapist
A proper local's pub on Crane Street where the real Chichester comes to drink, with a 4.8-star reputation that actually deserves the hype.
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Walk into The Escapist and you'll understand why this place has locals queuing at the bar. It's the kind of pub that feels less like a tourist trap and more like the living room of the city—the sort of spot where regulars have their usual order down pat and the staff know you after two visits. You're getting proper drinks here, likely well-poured and thoughtful, in an atmosphere that strikes that rare balance between buzzing on a Friday night and genuinely welcoming when you just want a quiet pint midweek. Crane Street's quietly becoming the place where Chichester's actually interesting people congregate, and The Escapist is very much leading that charge.
Known for
- ★Strong drinks programme and knowledgeable bartenders
- ★Welcoming crowd of actual locals rather than passing trade
- ★Crane Street location in Chichester's emerging drinking district
- ★Consistently excellent ratings and word-of-mouth reputation
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