Drop Dead Twice

You'll walk past this place three times before you spot the understated entrance on Francis Street, but that's half the charm. Inside, Drop Dead Twice feels like someone's incredibly well-stocked front room, complete with mismatched furniture and the kind of lighting that makes everyone look better after a long day. The cocktails here are the real deal – no molecular gastronomy nonsense, just proper drinks made by people who know what they're doing. The whiskey selection alone will keep you busy for months, and the bar staff actually listen when you describe what you're in the mood for. It's the sort of place where you pop in for one and somehow find yourself closing the joint, deep in conversation with strangers who feel like old friends. The Liberties needs more spots like this.