The Forbidden Fruit

The Forbidden Fruit in Hastings is a playful bar serving cocktails in a lively atmosphere, and dogs are welcome inside during daytime hours. It's the kind of spot where your dog will attempt to campaign for mayor while you work through the drinks menu.

The bar gets busier and louder in the evenings, so daytime visits work best for pups who prefer their socialising at a gentler volume. If you're planning a cocktail stop with a sensitive dog, an earlier visit keeps things calmer and more comfortable for four-legged friends.

It's a fun, fruit-forward kind of place that works well for a relaxed daytime drink when you want something a bit more playful than the usual pub stop, and nobody has to wait on the pavement.