Balaclava Bar

Head down to Loch Street and you'll find Balaclava tucked away in the quieter part of the city centre—this is the kind of place that doesn't need to shout about itself. Walk in and you're greeted by the sort of atmosphere that comes from decades of regulars knowing their spot; it's convivial without being forced, and you won't find any pretence or Instagram bait here. The bar keeps things straightforward with honest pours and a crowd that ranges from after-work drinkers to proper night-out types, depending when you visit.