Miller & Carter Wollaton

You know you're in for a serious steak when the bar team can recommend which cocktail pairs best with your cut. The drinks here aren't an afterthought – they're crafted to enhance whatever's coming off the grill. The Old Fashioneds are particularly good, smoky enough to stand up to a ribeye without overwhelming it. The setting strikes that sweet spot between special occasion and somewhere you could actually afford to return to. Yes, it's part of a chain, but the Wollaton branch feels like it gives a damn about what it's serving. The bar staff know their whisky selection inside out, and they're not precious about making modifications to cocktails if you fancy something specific.