The Jovial Monk

You're heading into North Ormesby to find something that takes its beer seriously without the pretension. The Jovial Monk sits on Kings Road as part of Craft Union's thoughtful pub portfolio, and it's the kind of place where the staff know their stuff without making you feel like an idiot for ordering a lager. The vibe is relaxed and unpretentious—locals prop up the bar, groups cluster around tables, and there's genuine conversation happening. It's the sort of neighbourhood pub that's become increasingly rare, where quality matters but nobody's trying too hard about it.