Andanza

You're walking through the narrow streets just south of London Bridge, past Borough Market's chaos, and you find yourself at Andanza—a proper neighbourhood spot that takes its fortified wines seriously. This isn't some Instagram-bait operation; it's a place where the bartenders actually know their stuff and aren't trying too hard about it. The space feels lived-in and unpretentious, with that easy confidence of somewhere that's been doing its thing for years. You can grab a really good sherry or vermouth-based cocktail without paying silly money, or settle into a glass of something obscure from their collection. It's the kind of bar where regulars prop up the counter and you overhear proper conversations about wine.