Y Guildford

You'll find Y tucked into The Quadrant, that slightly anonymous shopping arcade off Bridge Street where most people just pass through on their way somewhere else. It's got that vibe of a place that doesn't need to shout about itself – dark, moody interiors and the kind of bar where the staff actually know what they're doing with a shaker. The reviews are solid if not glowing, which suggests they're getting the fundamentals right: decent spirits, proper technique, and the sense that someone's actually thought about what's in your glass rather than just following a laminated menu.