Shipway's at the Lodge

You're walking into somewhere that takes itself seriously without being a pain about it. The Lodge is the kind of place where locals actually book ahead because they know what they're getting—food that's been thought about, service that doesn't fuss, and a dining room that feels like it's got some bones to it. Wellington Road's got some decent spots, but this one punches above its weight. The kitchen clearly respects ingredients and technique, and you can taste it. The sort of place you'd take your mum on her birthday or just want to go to when you fancy something better than the usual.