The Rabbit Sunderland

You'll find The Rabbit tucked right on High Street West, in that stretch where Sunderland's getting its act together food-wise. It's the kind of place that takes its kitchen seriously without the pretension — think elevated pub classics, decent steaks, and a drinks list that goes beyond the usual suspects. The room itself has that warm, lived-in feel of a proper neighbourhood spot that's become somewhere people actually want to spend an evening, whether you're after a midweek dinner or weekend drinks with mates.