THE CROOKED BILLET

The Crooked Billet is like that mate who shows up to a party and is surprisingly decent, but doesn't quite know how to impress. The staff—Hannah, Keri, Dan, Darcey, Jess, and Josh—are all stars, treating you like royalty while serving up a sharing roast that’s better than your average pub grub. Seriously, this place does have a knack for making you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, even if the food doesn't blow your socks off.

But let's not pretend it’s Michelin-star material. The fish and chips left one diner feeling underwhelmed, and the festive menu they advertised turned out to be about as festive as last year’s fruitcake. Still, if you're after a cozy pub atmosphere and you’ll settle for good service over culinary fireworks, this is a solid choice. Just come in with low expectations, and you might just have a good time.