The Crown

Walking into The Crown feels like stepping into what a proper pub should be—nothing overdone, just honest drinking and eating. You're on Crown Street, close enough to the seafront that you could wander over afterwards, but far enough that it's genuinely local territory rather than another tourist trap. The regulars know their spots at the bar, the staff aren't trying too hard, and the 4.6 rating speaks to consistency rather than Instagram moments. It's the kind of place where you can nurse a pint for hours without feeling rushed, or grab something quick and filling between other plans.