Ye Olde Red Cow Inn

You'll find yourself in Albert Street's best-kept corner when you push through the Red Cow's doors—this is proper local pub territory, not the Instagram kind. It's got that lived-in feel that only comes from decades of the same faces ordering the same drinks, dark wood panelling, and staff who know what they're doing. The food's straightforward and honest (think classic pub fare rather than gastro nonsense), the pints are well-kept, and you won't feel pressured to order anything fancy or pretend you're somewhere you're not. It's the kind of place where regulars nod at each other and everyone's just getting on with their evening. Perfect if you want a genuine local experience without the performative bit.