PANAM Restaurant & Bar

You'll feel the history in those soaring brick arches the moment you walk into this Albert Dock stunner. The vaulted ceilings and exposed brickwork could easily feel cold, but PANAM gets the balance right with deep banquettes and plush booth seating that makes you want to settle in for the evening. The British menu here isn't trying to reinvent the wheel, but it's doing familiar dishes with proper technique and quality ingredients. What really impresses though is the cocktail program – they're taking it seriously behind that bar, and it shows in every properly balanced drink. It's the kind of place that works whether you're impressing visitors with the dramatic setting or just want somewhere dependable for a solid dinner and excellent drinks.