The Spotted Cow

You'll find The Spotted Cow tucked away in Coate, serving the sort of unpretentious grub and booze that actually works for a midweek dinner or weekend catch-up. It's the kind of place where you're not paying for Instagram aesthetics—you're paying for a decent burger, a cold lager, and somewhere comfortable to sit without feeling rushed. The Hungry Horse chain gets a bit of stick sometimes, but this particular outpost has clearly done something right, judging by the steady stream of regulars who treat it like their local. Nothing fancy, nothing trying too hard, just solid pub fare at honest prices.