Opium Bar

Spring Gardens Road in Bathwick isn't known for being the city's glitziest stretch, but Opium has quietly become the spot where locals who actually care about their drinks tend to gather. The intimate space—all low lighting and moody décor—feels properly grown-up without veering into that insufferable, Instagram-baiting territory. You'll find bartenders who know their way around both classics and original house creations, mixing with genuine enthusiasm rather than showmanship. It's the kind of place where you can either have a proper conversation or sit solo with your drink and nobody makes you feel odd about it.