Grand Central Bar

You'll find yourself on Strand Road, that busy stretch where the city proper meets the waterfront, and Grand Central is exactly what its name promises: a proper bar that doesn't overthink things. The vibe is refreshingly unpretentious—the kind of place where you can nurse a pint for hours without anyone minding, or knock back a decent cocktail without paying London prices. It's got the warmth you'd expect from a local spot that's clearly been doing something right, judging by the reviews, whether you're in for an after-work drink with colleagues or a proper night out with mates.