The Beach Bar

You'll find The Beach Bar squeezed into Unit 8 of Royal Star Arcade, and the moment you step through those doors, the town centre noise fades away. It's got that deliberately transported-you-somewhere-better feel: tiki torches, sand-coloured interiors, and enough rum-based drinks to make you forget you're steps away from the Boots. The vibe is unashamedly escapist without being try-hard about it. Staff actually know their cocktails, and they'll make you something proper rather than just pouring whatever's in arm's reach. It's become the sort of place locals duck into after work when they need to reset, or where groups gather before heading elsewhere for dinner.