Laceworks Bar

You'll find this sleek spot nestled within ARC Space on Western Street, where exposed brick meets modern design in all the right ways. The industrial bones of the building create an unexpectedly sophisticated backdrop for what's become one of Nottingham's most talked-about drinking spots, though you'd never know it from the street. The cocktail menu here isn't trying to reinvent the wheel, but every drink arrives perfectly balanced and beautifully presented. You're drinking surrounded by rotating exhibitions and creative energy, which somehow makes even a simple G&T taste better. The staff know their stuff without being precious about it, and there's enough space to actually have a conversation without shouting over your mate.