The Boulevard

You head down to Lymelight Boulevard and find yourself in a place that actually knows what it's doing behind the bar. The Boulevard trades in well-made cocktails and a drinks list that doesn't take the mickey—there's proper consideration gone into what they're serving. The space has that contemporary feel that Newcastle-under-Lyme does well, comfortable enough to settle in for a few hours without feeling like you need to dress up or book six weeks in advance. It's the kind of spot where regulars know the bartenders and newcomers feel welcomed, which counts for plenty round here.