ROPEWALKS RESTAURANT

You're on Hanover Street, in the thick of it—this stretch has gone from dodgy to genuinely decent in the last few years, and Ropewalks sits right in the middle of that transformation. It's the kind of place that feels like it belongs here, serving uncomplicated food and decent drinks without any faffing about. The vibe is relaxed but there's actual energy in the room; it's not trying too hard, which is precisely why locals keep coming back.