The Plough

You'll find The Plough tucked away on Effingham Street, part of the Craft Union stable—so expect decent beer selection and food that actually knows what it's doing. It's the kind of place where locals prop up the bar and chat to strangers without it feeling forced, where the focus is on good pints and honest cooking rather than Instagram bait. The vibe is reliably unpretentious: come for a midweek pint, stay longer than you planned because the food's solid and the company's better.