Proper old-school pub. Landlord&#39;s a real character, great craic. Had a quick pint and a whiskey after work - perfect for a swift one. Could do with a few more bar snacks though.

Cozy spot with good music. The breakfast wrap hit the spot, and they were happy to tweak it. The house red was a surprisingly nice match for it.

Parking was a bit tricky on the street, but I found a spot. Heads up, they&#39;re cash only. The food was good, but that was the main thing I noticed.

The strawberry pavlova was the star. Light meringue, fresh cream, and those berries just worked. A lovely, sweet end to the evening.

The manager Rowan was really helpful with our group&#39;s dietary needs. Made the whole thing run smoothly.

The staff here are pretty good. Tracy, Zara and Nikita were especially welcoming, which made the lunch feel quite pleasant. Service was a little slow when it got busy, but overall it was a decent experience.

The festive chip is superb, and the quality is always top-notch. The seats are quite comfortable, which is a nice plus.

Been coming here for years, just for the ice cream. The pistachio is the one to get - really nutty, not too sweet. The texture is spot on, creamy but not heavy. It&#39;s the kind of simple, honest scoop that keeps you coming back.

The chicken burger was spot on, and the house red was a surprisingly good match. My dad&#39;s tuna sandwich looked great too.

Stopped in for lunch. The filled soda was a nice surprise &mdash; went well with the hearty portions. Decent value.

Been coming here for years, and the bar&#39;s always had that great selection of spirits on display. It&#39;s just a solid spot to unwind with a drink or two. Never feels like they&#39;re trying too hard.

The almond croissant was so flaky and buttery, honestly felt like I was back in Paris for a second. The Paris-Brest was just as good. Perfect spot to grab a treat with friends and catch up.

Lovely old building from the 1930s. The view over the bay from our table was the real star of the show, especially with the good weather. Food was solid, service friendly. A nice spot for a relaxed lunch.

The sticky bites with mixed chocolate and biscoff sauce were my pick. Portion was decent for the price, especially with the two sauces. Staff were friendly, which was a nice touch.

Saturday brunch. The brioche roll with sausage, bacon, and poached egg was solid, well-executed. Alex, our waiter, was prompt and efficient with service. Good value for the location. The music was a bit loud for conversation, but overall a decent spot.

Great spot for a pint with that sea view. The fish and chips portion was huge, couldn&#39;t finish it all.

The white chocolate mocha was a bit too sweet for my taste. The coffee itself was nice and strong, though.

The name&#39;s philosophy is a nice touch. Food was spot on, but the real star was the wine list. They had a fantastic Rioja that paired beautifully with the grilled octopus. A bit on the pricier side for the pours, but worth it for the match.

The iced chai latte was pretty good. The staff were nice, Ellen in particular. For an airport spot, the atmosphere is decent. A solid choice if you&#39;re waiting for a flight.

The cosmopolitan was the standout. Really well-balanced, not too sweet, the cranberry and lime were just right. The live music was a nice touch, but honestly, I&rsquo;d go back just for that drink.

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