Ascot

Up a kitschy Ghuznee Street stairwell sits Ascot—an effortless, sun-drenched rooftop joint. Pure Welly cool. The city's wine geeks constantly point friends here for the unusual, highly curated list. Think perfectly chilled reds and serious glou-glou energy. But the ultimate flex? The hot dogs. Utterly legendary. Those who stumble in for a drink are instantly floored by the near-perfect, balanced mouthfuls. The plant-based crowd is fiercely loyal to the genius carrot dog—a whole, brilliantly textured carrot tucked into a warm, soft bun with dialed-in toppings. Add a breezy balcony, live DJs spinning at the exact right volume, and a proper pint of Guinness. Warm, hyper-knowledgeable staff who know exactly what you should drink next. An intimate, brilliant hangout.