Spit and Sawdust

You'll find this place tucked away on Bartholomew Street in Borough, a neighbourhood that's somehow managed to stay grounded despite all the gentrification happening around it. Spit and Sawdust feels like the kind of pub that doesn't need to try too hard—there's stripped-back charm, genuinely knowledgeable staff who actually care about what they're pouring, and a drinks list that goes beyond the usual lager-and-lime suspects. It's become the sort of spot where you can nurse a proper pint or venture into something more interesting without feeling like you're being judged either way.