FAO merk and other Newcastle headz pls a question - which beer purveyor nr Monument

Is best?

Nearish.

For people who would scorn cocktail bars.

Chz.

Mean Eyed Cat is also a good shout but is a bit further from Monument; also Town Mouse.  For more of a trad pub The Bacchus but the beer selection is better at any of the previous three, especially for a craft fan.