Mangrove

You'll find Mangrove tucked away on Academy Street, right in the heart of the city centre, and it's become the sort of place locals actually return to rather than just recommending to visitors. Walk in and you're greeted with warm service and an unfussy dining room that lets the food do the talking. The kitchen takes its spices seriously without being show-offy about it—whether you're ordering a well-executed tandoori or something from their curry menu, there's a real understanding of balance and technique here. It's the kind of restaurant that works equally well for a casual midweek dinner or when you want to take someone proper for a meal.