During the makeover the pub was stripped back, scrubbed, whitewashed, polished and groomed. They’ve done a commendable job with the interior: a poor man’s library of faux-bookcase wallpaper sits well with the cosy vibe, candelabras drippingwith wax and small bottles of flowers sit atop the tables and the bar is a beautifully wide thing, easy to sit at with a beer or a ladle of mulled wine.
Chippo has to be one of the most dynamic pockets of the inner city. You've got envelope pushing art, elegant boutique hotels, ace restaurants and a handful of bars you should spend some time in.