Fingers Piano Bar

You descend into Frederick Street knowing exactly what you're after: a drink, some live music, and the sort of atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stepped into a different era. Fingers delivers on all counts. It's intimate without feeling cramped, and there's something genuinely appealing about a space that commits to the piano bar concept without irony. The bartenders know their way around a cocktail, the crowd's usually a decent mix of locals and visitors, and when the pianist kicks in, you're reminded why this format has endured. It's not trying to be cool—it just is.