The Nelson Arms

You'll find yourself on Beach Road, that stretch heading towards the seafront where the real Bangor happens, and The Nelson Arms is exactly the sort of place that reminds you why pubs matter. It's got that comfortable, slightly worn-in quality—the kind of pub where regulars have their spots and the bar staff actually know what they're doing. There's proper ale on tap, and people come here because it's genuine, not because it's trying to be something it's not. Whether you're after a quiet pint or catching up with mates, this is where Bangor locals come to be Bangor locals.