The Borough Arms

You'll find The Borough Arms tucked away on Buttermarket Street, in that stretch of town where locals actually drink rather than where the chain places cluster. It's the kind of pub that doesn't need to try too hard—the kind where you can nurse a pint, catch up with mates, and actually hear yourself talk. The regulars clearly know what they're doing here, and the 4.4 rating suggests the food and drink offering genuinely lands. Whether you're after a weeknight pint or something to eat, it feels unpretentious and honest.