The Painted Lady

You'll find The Painted Lady doing exactly what it sets out to do—no pretence, no faffing about. It's a proper local's spot in Wyken where you can settle in with a cold drink and decent grub without anyone making a fuss about it. The menu's straightforward grill fare that doesn't try to be anything it's not: burgers, steaks, ribs, and the kind of sides that actually taste good rather than looking fancy on Instagram. The place has earned its solid reputation because it does the basics really well and doesn't charge you the earth for it. Whether you're popping in for an after-work drink or bringing mates round for food, it's the sort of venue that just works.