Corridor Bar & Eatery

If you're knocking about on Lord Street and fancy a decent cocktail, Corridor Bar is worth a look. It's got a solid 4.5 stars on Google from over 400 reviews, so it's not just me saying it's alright. It's not a proper pub, mind – more of a cocktail and 'nice wine' kind of place, but they do have a good selection of beers too.

The atmosphere is usually pretty lively, especially on a Friday or Saturday night when they're open late – until 1 AM. It can get a bit loud, so maybe not the best for a quiet catch-up. It’s definitely more of a place you go to get a bit dressed up for. I've not taken my dog in, but I have seen a few water bowls outside, so I reckon they're probably welcome on the pavement at least.

They're shut Monday to Wednesday, which is a bit of a pain if you're after a mid-week drink. Thursday they shut at 9pm, so it's only really weekends where it's open late. You can give them a ring on 01704 533599 if you want to check if they're showing any sports or have a specific wine in.

One thing to bear in mind is that it can get pretty busy at peak times, especially on weekends. Getting a table can be tricky, so it's worth phoning ahead or checking their website to see if you can book.