The Sir John Baker - JD Wetherspoon

You know what you're getting when you push through those doors on London Road - and sometimes that's exactly what you need. This North End stalwart delivers the full Wetherspoons experience without any of the tourist nonsense you'll find closer to Gunwharf. The usual suspects are all present: proper breakfast that'll sort you right out, curry club nights that actually represent decent value, and pints that won't leave your wallet crying. The crowd here is properly local - shift workers grabbing an early pint, pensioners nursing their morning coffee and paper, students making their loans stretch further. It's not trying to be anything other than what it is: a reliable boozer where you can get fed and watered without breaking the bank. The staff know their regulars, the beer's well-kept, and nobody's judging you for turning up in your work clothes.