Bar Moda

You're walking past the quieter end of Queens Road when you spot Bar Moda's dark frontage—nothing flashy, just a knowing nod that something decent's happening inside. Step through and you'll find a compact space that feels like someone's finally brought proper cocktail culture to Hastings without making it weird about it. The drinks menu takes itself seriously (think spirit-forward classics and house creations), the staff clearly know what they're doing, and there's actual thought gone into how the place looks. It's the kind of spot where you can sit at the bar and chat to whoever's making your drink, or tuck into a booth if you're after something quieter.