Lucia

You'll find this narrow wine bar tucked down Swinegate, where the exposed brick walls and candlelit tables create exactly the sort of intimate atmosphere that makes you want to order another bottle. The Italian-leaning menu focuses on proper small plates – think burrata with nduja, house-made pasta, and charred vegetables that actually taste of something – paired with an impressive selection of natural and biodynamic wines. What sets Lucia apart is its commitment to staying open until midnight seven days a week, making it one of the few places in the city centre where you can have a proper meal after 9pm. The staff know their wines inside out and aren't precious about it, happy to guide you through the list whether you're after a crisp Vermentino or something more adventurous. It's the sort of place that works equally well for a quick glass and olives or a full evening of grazing.