Flight Club Liverpool

You'll find this sprawling social darts venue tucked into Chavasse Park, where exposed brick meets neon signage and the thwack of darts hitting boards provides a satisfying soundtrack. The cocktail menu here actually deserves attention – their bartenders know their way around a shaker, turning out proper drinks that complement rather than compete with the competitive atmosphere. What sets this apart from your average sports bar is the attention to detail. The oche lanes are pristinely maintained, the drinks arrive quickly even when it's rammed, and somehow they've managed to make social darts feel genuinely sophisticated. Book ahead for weekends – this place fills up fast with groups who've discovered that throwing sharp objects while sipping well-made cocktails is surprisingly addictive.