SCHOFIELD'S BAR

You'll find this place tucked away on Little Quay Street, where the city centre meets the fringes of Spinningfields, and it's everything a cocktail bar should be without any of the pretentious bollocks. The team here takes their drinks seriously – we're talking proper technique, quality spirits, and cocktails that taste like they were made by someone who gives a damn. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between sophisticated and welcoming. You can roll up for a Tuesday afternoon drink or settle in for a proper Saturday night session, and either feels completely natural. They're open every day except Monday, which shows they understand that sometimes you need a excellent Negroni on a Wednesday. The space feels intimate without being cramped, and the staff actually know what they're doing behind the bar.