Town Crier

You'll find this place right in the thick of things on Corporation Street, where the post-work crowd mingles with proper locals who've been coming here for years. The atmosphere hits that sweet spot between welcoming regulars' pub and somewhere you'd actually bring your mates from out of town without feeling embarrassed. The food's a step above your average pub fare – think gastropub ambitions without the pretension or eye-watering prices. They know their audience here: people who want a proper pint and something decent to eat without having to remortgage for the privilege. The weekend crowd gets properly lively, especially Friday and Saturday nights when they stay open past midnight, but it never feels messy or uncomfortable.