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The Jane Eyre Chorlton
Neighbourhood spot with bold vegan flavours, signature cocktails, and an ambiance that exudes South Manchester charm.
North Westward Ho
Pub serving 18 keg and 5 cask ale lines from Pomona Island Brewery, guest breweries and cideries
Nordie
Neighbourhood food and drinks including expertly conceived bespoke cocktails, with outdoor terrace and more.
Flight Club
Sharing plates, pizza platters, cocktails, beers and darts dominate this spectacularly designed bar
Cask Ancoats
Beer heaven at a canal-side marina, with 27 keg lines, six cask, a huge choice of bottles and cans
San Carlo Champagne Bar
All-day venue offering everything from your favourite fizz to non-alcoholic cocktails, gins and more
Barista Cafe Bar
Independent cafe, bar & bistro serving high quality breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner from a seasonal menu which champions local ingredients
Gullivers
Legendary boozer and upstairs live music venue with intimate basement for theatre and comedy
The Horse & Jockey
Chorlton Green’s historic pub reborn with restored period charm, modern British dining and timeless neighbourhood appeal.
Gasworks Brew Bar
Mr Thomas’s Chop House
Hinterland
Alcohol-free cocktails, beers, and wines with a very busy programme of events, from philosophy nights to acoustic music
Sterling
Opulent underground bar in historic hotel, serving vintage spirits, rare wines and crafted cocktails.
Wallop
Wine bar with eclectic all-day dining menu, local beers, and two-for-one specials through the week.
Ramona
Pizza as Detroit intended, with frozen cocktails and late-night parties in a former MOT garage.
Junior Jackson’s
Rock ’n’ roll dive bar in one of the city’s busiest neighbourhoods with extensive US beer menu, cocktails and burgers
Podium
Grand Pacific
Decadent Raffles-style glamour meets Pan-Asian flavours, set in the city's iconic former Reform Club.
Sir Ralph Abercromby
Beloved historic pub with a loyal customer base, known for screening sports inside and out in the large beer garden
Mala
The Drawing Room
West Didsbury institution renowned for lush cocktails, craft beers, friendly staff and an eclectic jukebox
BrewDog Doghouse Hotel
Carbon-negative beer hotel where shower fridges, rooftop tacos and in-room beer taps come as standard.
Mary & Archie
Cosy neighbourhood bar and eatery serving great food and a weekday happy hour
Stray
Elegant, easy-going cocktail bar serving inventive signatures, refined classics and low-alc options with precision and style.
Stage & Radio
Steeped in history, this two-floor nightlife destination is a Northern Quarter asset, with a jazz-influenced bar and subterranean club space packing serious sound system.
Lock 91
Homely watering hole in a prime waterside location offering a packed events programme spread over three deceptively intimate floors
Chorlton Tap
Much-loved Chorlton bar with four cask and sixteen keg lines as well as brilliant roast dinner on Sundays
Soup
Revered and respected two-floor music venue with a strong reputation for community, and backing local and global talent alike
Wandering Palate
Intimate village wine shop selling artisanal breads, booze, pastas, coffees, teas and more, with sit-down menus and regular events
Low Four Studio
Multifaceted space comprising a recording studio, live venue, music TV platform, and bar.
Monkey Trio
Dedicated sake spot with curated tastings, bar bites, and events.
Lass O’Gowrie
Pub with local soul, offering real ales, live entertainment, and sports screenings in a charming, character-filled setting.
The Wayfarer
Modern neighbourhood pub in the heart of the city, with extensive drinks menu, live music and outdoor seating
Crazy Pedro’s Bridge Street
Party bar and inventive pizza parlour, featuring frozen margaritas, eclectic pizzas, and Manchester's largest mezcal selection.
11 Central
SEVEN BRO7HERS bring their renowned beer operation waterside with on-site brewery, distillery, kitchen and one huge terrace
The Smithfield Social
All-day hangout serving creative brunch, small plates, and cocktails, with a standout outdoor terrace.
Twenty Twenty Two
Late night subterranean party bar with excellent soundsystem, not to mention plenty of fun and games.
Station Hop
Community-led independent bar with rare cask and keg beers, garden to the rear and weekend street food vendors
The Liars Lounge
Second floor Tiki haven at Cane & Grain, with enough bottles of rum to build a bridge to Barbados.
Worsley Old Hall
17th Century public house serving British and international food set in stunning grounds at a waterside location
All The Shapes
Two-floor bar meets arts space, with a dog-friendly garden. Craft, culture, and community combined.
Hive Stores
Bar, eatery, deli, bottle and larder shop reflecting a local reputation for culinary excellence
The Firehouse
A culinary experience that places a focus on showmanship, think open fire roasted food, vogue dancers, cabaret and more.
Project Halcyon
Mean-Eyed Cat
Deep South-inspired dive bar and home of the legendary Roll the Dice game
The Metropolitan
Iconic pub serving quality food and drinks inside a vast heritage building, with large outdoor garden
The Daisy
Discreet cocktail bar, live music venue, and cultural hub aimed at the design-inclined.