Editor's Draught

You'll find this place buzzing most nights, and for good reason. The mix of exposed brick and contemporary touches creates that sweet spot between proper pub and somewhere you'd bring a date. The pizza dough has the right chew, and they don't skimp on toppings like so many places do. The small plates menu changes enough to keep regulars interested, though the classics stick around because people would riot if they disappeared. Service moves at the right pace – not rushed, but they're not treating your table like a museum exhibit either. Weekend brunch draws a solid crowd, particularly when the weather's decent and the Wellington Street crowd spills out.