The George & Vulture

You'll find this place tucked away on Pitfield Street in Shoreditch, where it manages to be the sort of pub that actually feels like a local rather than a tourist trap—a rare thing round here these days. The George & Vulture does unpretentious, well-executed food and takes its drinks seriously, whether you're after a proper pint or something more interesting from their considered selection. It's the kind of spot where you can pop in on a Tuesday evening and have a genuine conversation, or book in for something a bit more special without the whole experience feeling like you're being taken for a ride.