The Plume Of Feathers Stonehouse

You'll find this one on the Shirley stretch of Stratford Road—the kind of place that's become a genuine local anchor. The Plume does the Stonehouse formula well enough: decent craft beers, wines that won't embarrass you, and a kitchen that takes its burgers and pies seriously without getting precious about it. It's the sort of pub where you can bring your mates for a proper night out, or rock up solo and not feel awkward at the bar. The crowd skews mixed—families early doors, a slightly livelier bunch once the evening kicks in.