Notch Americano

You're walking past the cathedral precinct towards Elvet Bridge when the smell hits you first—that unmistakable char and woodsmoke that means someone knows what they're doing with a smoker. Notch Americano doesn't mess about with fusion or clever twists; it's Texas-style barbecue done properly, the kind of place where the meat speaks for itself. The riverside location means you can actually escape the city centre crowds whilst staying bang in the middle of things, and locals seem genuinely fond of it judging by the reviews. It's the sort of spot where you rock up genuinely hungry and leave wondering how you managed the brisket.