The Cyclist

Walk into The Cyclist and you're immediately in that sweet spot between serious about what they're serving and completely unfussy about it. The food goes beyond standard pub fare—think generously portioned dishes that actually taste like someone cared—whilst the drinks list punches above its weight with interesting craft beers and a wine selection that won't make you roll your eyes at the prices. It's the kind of place you'll see locals propping up the bar on a Tuesday, families settling in for Sunday lunch, and groups of mates getting stuck in over a proper pint. The room itself has character without trying too hard: wood, warm lighting, and the sort of worn-in comfort that comes from a pub doing exactly what it does well.