Louie's Liquor Store

You're walking down Bigg Market on a Friday night and ducking into Louie's feels like finding an oasis amongst the chaos. The place has that lived-in feel of somewhere that actually knows what it's doing behind the bar—no faffing about with novelty drinks, just solid cocktails made with decent spirits and proper technique. The crowd's a real mix: locals who've been coming for years, couples after somewhere that doesn't shout, mates who want somewhere to actually hear each other talk. Staff know their stuff and won't patronise you if you just want a beer, but they'll absolutely elevate your evening if you ask them to make something special.