The Tartar Frigate

Set just above Viking Bay, The Tartar Frigate is one of those pubs that feels like it’s been waiting for you to wander in after a windy beach loop. Housed in a historic 18th-century flint building, it’s full of character, with warm interiors downstairs and a restaurant upstairs that leans into those big sea views.

Food here is all about classic seaside comfort done properly — fresh seafood, traditional British dishes, and a Sunday roast that people make a point of returning for. The bar has a more relaxed feel, often with live music humming in the background, making it an easy stop whether you’re settling in for a full meal or just a drink with salt still in your hair from the beach.

It’s the kind of place where a quick stop turns into “shall we just stay a bit longer?” — especially when the light starts dropping over the bay and everything slows down just enough.