Cother Arms

Head down to the Cother Arms and you'll find exactly what you want from a local watering hole—no fuss, no Instagram bait, just a solid pub doing what pubs do best. It's the sort of place where regulars prop up the bar and newcomers feel welcome in equal measure, with enough craft options on tap to satisfy proper beer enthusiasts without alienating anyone after a simple pint of lager. The food's reliable rather than revolutionary, but that's kind of the point. St Albans Road's got plenty of foot traffic, and this spot punches above its weight for a straightforward night out in Watford.