Chums

The Spis take

Chums is a cheese-and-wine bar that wears its love of melted dairy on its sleeve — think fondue, baked camembert, and seasonal Mont d'Or (roughly September to March) matched to an easygoing wine list. The name nods to 'chums,' i.e. the friendship between cheese and wine, and the mood is warm, small, and personable, with staff who clearly enjoy the room. It's a cosy date or catch-up spot rather than a serious dinner destination; go hungry for cheese and don't expect much for anyone who doesn't.