All Bar One Portsmouth

You'll find yourself in one of Portsmouth's sharper wine bars, tucked into the Gunwharf Quays development where the waterfront actually feels like somewhere worth lingering. It's the sort of place where you can roll up solo for a decent glass without feeling awkward, or settle in with mates for something more substantial. The drinks menu takes itself seriously without being precious about it—wines span the expected classics through to more interesting bottles, and the cocktails are competent rather than Instagram-bait. The crowd here skews slightly older, more polished, but never unwelcoming. It's perfect when you want something more refined than a boozer but less fussy than fine dining.