The Prae Wood Arms

You'll find this one tucked away on Garden House Lane, away from the cathedral buzz and the shopping crowds on Catherine Street. It's the kind of pub that doesn't need to shout about itself—the regulars know what's here, and once you discover it, you'll understand why. The garden's a genuine drawcard, especially when the weather cooperates, and inside it's got that comfortable, lived-in feel of a proper local where you can actually have a conversation without shouting. The food goes beyond typical pub fare, and at these prices, you're getting decent value for something that feels both unpretentious and properly done.