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does have to be seen to be believed. As its door slides open, Artà's opulent, cavernous
candle-lit interior is unveiled, with its floor-to-ceiling red velvet curtains revealing a stair-
case to the tapas bar and restaurant above in a show of decadence that the Romans would
have appreciated. Despite the luxury, it's got a relaxed, chilled vibe and a mixed crowd.
The big cocktails are great.
HORSE SHOE
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( www.horseshoebar.co.uk ; 17 Drury St) This legendary city pub and popular meeting place
dates from the late 19th century and is largely unchanged. It's a picturesque spot, with the
longest continuous bar in the UK, but its main attraction is what's served over it - real ale
and good cheer. Upstairs in the lounge is some of the best value pub food (3-course lunch
£4.25) in town.
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BABBITY BOWSTER
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( 16-18 Blackfriars St) In a quiet corner of Merchant City, this handsome spot is perfect for a
tranquil daytime drink, particularly in the adjoining beer garden. Service is attentive, and
the smell of sausages may tempt you to lunch; there's also accommodation. This is one of
the centre's most charming pubs, in one of its noblest buildings.
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HILLHEAD BOOKCLUB
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( www.hillheadbookclub.com ; 17 Vinicombe St) Atmosphere in spades is the call sign of this
easygoing West End bar. An ornate wooden ceiling overlooks two levels of well-mixed
cocktails, seriously cheap drinks, comfort food and numerous intriguing decorative
touches. There's even a ping-pong table in a cage.
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ÒRAN MÓR
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( www.oran-mor.co.uk ; 731 Great Western Rd) Now some may be a little uncomfortable with the
thought of drinking in a church. But we say: the Lord giveth. Praise be and let's give
thanks - a converted church, and an almighty one at that, is now a bar, restaurant and club
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