Mermaid

You'll find this sprawling Greene King house doing exactly what a good local should - serving up hearty plates and keeping the taps flowing from early morning through to last orders. The kitchen doesn't mess about with fancy nonsense, instead focusing on getting the basics absolutely spot on, whether that's a proper Sunday roast or a decent burger that actually fills you up. The place has that lived-in feel that only comes from years of regulars propping up the bar, but it's welcoming enough that you won't feel like an outsider if you're just passing through. With those generous opening hours starting at 7am most days, it's clearly serving the whole neighbourhood - from the breakfast crowd through to the after-work pint brigade.