The Beer Emporium

You'll walk into King Street and spot the place immediately—it's got that inviting, unpretentious vibe that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. The Beer Emporium is exactly what it says on the tin: a bar where the beer selection actually matters, with rotating taps that take things seriously without being annoying about it. The crowd's a mix of students from nearby, proper ale enthusiasts, and locals who've been coming here for years because the staff genuinely know their stuff and won't talk down to you if you ask for something approachable.