The Beehive

You're walking into The Beehive on West Street and immediately getting that feeling—this is a pub that knows what it's doing. It's got the bones of a traditional boozer but without the stuffiness; the kind of place where you can grab a pint and actually hear your mates talk, or settle in for a decent meal when you're hungry. The craft beer selection is worth paying attention to, and they're not trying too hard about it, which is refreshing. Crowd's mixed—regulators rubbing shoulders with people heading out for the night—and there's enough room to move without feeling like you're packed in like sardines.