The Radnor Arms

‘Fantastic renovation’ has transformed what was a ‘grotty backstreet boozer into the glorious find it is today,’ notes one reporter about this smartly remodelled Victorian hostelry, which is now a ‘super-cool, go-to place for all ages’. Divided equally between drinking and dining, it scores with ‘top-notch’ service and value for money. Regularly rotated guest ales, local beers and ciders keep the drinkers interested, while a cavalcade of thrilling global flavours puts the place in a different league to its local rivals – thanks to talented Filipino head chef Niel Talan. Top billing goes to the brilliant sourdough flatbreads, proved overnight and topped with the likes of crispy Filipino-style pork belly, soy-cured egg yolk and guanciale, but the menu pulls in everything from Sicilian arancini with beef cheek and cave-aged Manchego to ember-roasted chicken pointed up with lemongrass, atchara (pickled papaya) and shiso leaves. You can also get pasta, grass-fed steaks and burgers, while eclectic desserts might feature roasted apple with coconut jam, chilli and palm-sugar crumble. The excellent-value wine list includes a decent selection by the glass.