Toby Carvery Caversham Bridge

You know what you're getting at this Richfield Avenue spot, and that's exactly the point. The queue moves steadily past the carvery counter where proper hunks of beef, lamb, and turkey get carved to order, while you pile your plate high with Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, and enough vegetables to convince yourself this counts as balanced eating. The dining room buzzes with families on weekend afternoons and weeknight diners who can't be bothered with cooking. Yes, it's a chain, but the staff here actually seem to care about getting your beef pink and your gravy boat topped up. At under a tenner for a full roast dinner, it's hard to argue with the value – especially when your nan's stopped doing Sunday lunch and you're too lazy to master crackling yourself.