Bar Rene

You'll find Bar Rene tucked inside the Old Court House, a gorgeous listed building that's seen more drama than most. Walk through those heavy doors on George Street and you've stepped into somewhere that actually feels like someone cares—exposed brick, careful lighting, the kind of place where the bartender knows what they're doing. It's small enough that you can't hide, which means the crowd here tends to be locals who've actively chosen to show up, not just wanderers looking for the nearest pint. The drinks list takes itself seriously without being pretentious about it.