The Royal

Head down St Johns Road and you'll find yourself in the kind of pub that feels like it's been pulling pints for the right people for ages. The Royal has that rare thing: a genuine local following without any of the try-hard theatrics. You're looking at a spot where regulars know the staff by name, there's proper banter at the bar, and nobody's worried about Instagram angles. It's the pub you'd want on your street—honest, friendly, and clearly doing something right if nearly 450 people are leaving good reviews.