The Salmon of Knowledge
Modern Irish pub with live music, sports, food and plenty of Guinness in one of our favourite city squares
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Seven Bro7hers Media City
Manchester craft beer institution serving up excellent, no-nonsense brews and home cooked food.
Behind Closed Doors
A den of debauchery and indulgence accessed through a hidden doorway.
Horse & Jockey
Historic pub meets microbrewery, diverse menu, events, and dog-friendly charm.
Dear Sailor
Understated word-of-mouth cocktail haven inspired by illicit Far Eastern drinking dens of the 1930s, with a lock-in policy.
Ōdiobā
High-end sound meets refined drinks at Stockport’s coffee house-turned-listening bar
Atlas Bar
Cafe, bar and gin saloon, with over 550 gins available
Worsley Stores
Boutique wines and local brews in a dog-friendly, canal-side retreat.
The George Charles
Victorian-era pub meets Pan-Asian cuisine; honouring past with modern flair, boasting local ales, strong cocktails, and sunlit outdoor seating.
The Hillary Step
Cosy and intimate neighbourhood pub serving craft beers, cask ales, and unique wines.
Crazy Pedro’s Bridge Street
Party bar and inventive pizza parlour, featuring frozen margaritas, eclectic pizzas, and Manchester's largest mezcal selection.
The Rat & Pigeon
Back-street boozer with three floors for great pints and live music
Side Street
Multi-purpose hangout with a bar serving drinks from independent producers, sublime soundtrack, stand-alone event space and kitchen
Dusk Til Pawn
A speakeasy disguised as a pawn shop, mixing the allure of secrecy with expertly crafted cocktails.
The Alchemist
Theatrical molecular mixology in Spinningfields with an expansive outdoor terrace.
Bunny Jackson’s
Dive bar vibes meet epic wings, whiskey and live music.
Crown & Kettle
Craft beers, sports TV, and iconic ceiling, blending hipster charm with authentic local vibes.
The Old Nags Head
Historic Manchester pub offering traditional British fare, real ales, lively Karaoke nights, and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere.
Blockbusters NQ
Blockbuster-themed bar brimming with fun and nostalgia
On The Hush
A varied menu, cocktails and excellent coffee are staples at this stylish daytime cafe-cum-vibrant evening bar.
Malt Dog
Small, family-owned specialist craft beer bottle shop and tap house
Salut Wines
Premier wine shop, boasting a dynamic selection of handpicked wines, with a welcoming bar and innovative Enomatic dispensers.
Mulligans
Authentic Irish boozer and the home of great Guinness, good craic, live music and sport in the heart of Manchester
Derby Brewery Arms
Large, open-plan pub with a full range of draught and bottled beer, just a stones throw away from the Joseph Holt brewery.
Tariff & Dale
Landmark industrial-edged bar and lower-ground floor restaurant boasting modern English food, sourdough pizzas and free pool table.
The Carlton Club
A unique space that hosts a range of events, club nights and live performances to classes for well being, art and more.
Fierce Bar
Award-winning satellite bar of esteemed Scottish craft brewery hosting drinkers, dogs, comedy nights and art exhibitions.
The Talleyrand
Eclectic live gigs, vibrant events, vintage vibes, trendy brews, and standout cocktails.
Lower Turks Head
Historic pub with distinctive features, pouring Joseph Holt’s finest and community spirit
Green Arches
‘Proper bar’ boasting DIY community principles, beers made next door, natural wines and cocktails, complete with garden and events programme.
The Marketside Tavern
Modern free house specialising in local and international beers, with pies, open mic nights and record fairs
Trevor Arms
Vibrant pub located on the popular Beech Road combining friendly service with an inviting atmosphere
BrewDog Doghouse Hotel
UK’s first dog-friendly hotel with stunning rooftop bar and the usual Brewdog tipples
Terrace
Rustic bar and eatery with rooftop terrace in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter neighbourhood
The Farrars Arms
Century-spanning semi-rural free house offering an extensive food and drink menu, including what may be the North’s best cheese pie.
Cane & Grain
Huge range of draught beers meets a wide selection of meats and sauces, with a skate culture twist.
Vintage Ambiance
Chic venue for bespoke afternoon teas; offering exotic loose-leaf selections, artisanal coffees and crafted cocktails.
Mr Thomas’s Chop House
A truly iconic traditional pub specialising in classic British cuisine, award-winning wine and beer selections, and a timeless atmosphere.
All The Shapes
Two-floor bar meets arts space, with a dog-friendly garden. Craft, culture, and community combined.
NQ64
Retro arcade packing classic action, beat ‘em up, racing games and more, with themed cocktail menu and hip hop beats
San Carlo Champagne Bar
All-day venue offering everything from your favourite fizz to non-alcoholic cocktails, gins and more
The Wharf
Canalside pub with sprawling outdoor seating, varied menu, extensive wine list, and wide selection of gins and whiskies.
Grape To Grain
Off-Licence with a difference, global selection of wines, beers, and spirits, savoured in-store or taken home.
Science & Industry
Opulent drinks laboratory specialising in technical mixology, home to some of Manchester’s most unique cocktails.
Cloud 23
Acclaimed cocktail bar with small plate menu situated on the 23rd floor of Manchester’s iconic Beetham Tower
Neighbourhood
Suburban speakeasy with real community spirit, striking aesthetics, wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, Gooey treats, live music and DJs
Founder’s Hall
Beer-focused temple dedicated to Manchester’s most famous brewery, and its 200 year history
Ad Hoc
Independent bottle shop and bar with hand-picked wines from around the world.