Soul Suite

You'll find this spot right on the Golden Mile, where the soul soundtrack actually matches the name rather than feeling like an afterthought. The cocktails are properly mixed – none of that sugary nonsense you get at some seafront places – and they've got a food menu that goes beyond the usual bar snacks without trying too hard to be fancy. The weekend crowd gets properly lively, especially with those 3am closing times on Friday and Saturday. It's one of the few places along the Prom where you can settle in for the evening without feeling like you're in a tourist trap, though you'll definitely get a mix of locals and visitors. The music policy keeps things interesting, and the staff know their way around a proper drink.