Kelham Island Tavern

Walk down Russell Street towards Kelham Island and you'll spot this place doing exactly what a neighbourhood pub should do—serving decent beer, feeding hungry people, and not making a fuss about it. The Tavern's got that lived-in feel that comes from actually being lived in; you'll find regulars propping up the bar alongside visitors who've heard the word-of-mouth recommendations. It's the sort of spot where the real ales rotate properly, the food's straightforward and satisfying rather than trying too hard, and nobody's bothered about Instagram angles.