Barça Bar
Canal-side drinking institution serving beers and cocktails indoors or by the water, with private event rooms and a daily kitchen.
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BrewChimp Stretford
Unique Tamil Nadu street food gem above a laundrette.
NQ64
Retro arcade packing classic action, beat ‘em up, racing games and more, with themed cocktail menu and hip hop beats
The Washhouse
One of the city's best hidden speakeasy bars offering a brilliant range of cocktails
Black Cat Club
A competitive social bar with interactive darts and shuffleboard, great food, live sports and luxurious interior
Exhibition
Upmarket space in a landmark building combining kitchens, cocktails, art and events.
On The Hush
A varied menu, cocktails and excellent coffee are staples at this stylish daytime cafe-cum-vibrant evening bar.
Worsley Old Hall
Historic pub blending 17th-century charm with eclectic dishes, nestled amid wood-panelled rooms and a lush beer garden.
Seven Bro7hers Media City
Manchester craft beer institution serving up excellent, no-nonsense brews and home cooked food.
Vine Inn
Traditional pub with specialist ale and whiskey bar, all-day home cooking, no-fuss TV sports viewing, board games, acoustic nights, and a private hire Cellar bar.
Tiki Hideaway
Underground 1950s inspired tropical slice of Tiki goodness in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter
Vintage Ambiance
Chic venue for bespoke afternoon teas; offering exotic loose-leaf selections, artisanal coffees and crafted cocktails.
Café Beermoth
Manchester craft and artisanal beer institution serving local, regional and global brews, choice cheeses and more.
The Rose & Monkey Hotel
Manchester institution with pub, apartments, wine room and brilliant beer garden.
Reserve Wines Didsbury
Beloved neighbourhood wine store and intimate bar specialising in affordability, accessibility, tastings and masterclasses.
Bunny Jackson’s
Dive bar vibes meet epic wings, whiskey and live music.
Salt Dog Slims
World beers, bespoke cocktails, and American-style chilli dogs in a lively, bartender-crafted ambience
The Marble Arch
Traditional drinking establishment nestled in Manchester's historic Angel Meadow district
The New Cross
Independent venue with pop-up kitchen, taproom, DJs and events
O! Peste Destroyed
A convergence of bar, bookshop, and record fair, showcasing innovative creators in a raw, industrial space.
The Rat & Pigeon
Back-street boozer with three floors for great pints and live music
Playfoots
Neighbourhood café-bar known for expansive breakfast and brunch choices, mushroom coffee and craft beer.
Stray
Elevated cocktails, from tomato margaritas to rhubarb gimlets, with a curated low/no-alcohol selection.
The Black Friar
Historically-charmed pub meets contemporary dining with traditional favourites and gourmet beer garden bites.
Brickhouse Social
Bar and diner with pool room, roof terrace and NYC-style basement club
Mulligans
Authentic Irish boozer and the home of great Guinness, good craic, live music and sport in the heart of Manchester
Sip
Independent wine bar and shop with self-service by-the-glass wine machines, quality small plates and British charcuterie and cheese.
NQ64 Peter Street
Booze, beats, button bashing - a neon heaven of cocktails, old school hip hop, and retro arcade machines and consoles.
Dusk Til Pawn
A speakeasy disguised as a pawn shop, mixing the allure of secrecy with expertly crafted cocktails.
The Daisy
Discreet cocktail bar, live music venue, and cultural hub aimed at the design-inclined.
NoHo
NYC-inspired bar with vibrant blend of art, premium spirits, and alfresco people-watching.
Founder’s Hall
Beer-focused temple dedicated to Manchester’s most famous brewery, and its 200 year history
Why Not? Cafe
Elevated tiger bread butties, diverse fillings, and a carb haven, paired with local brews in a cosy setting.
Edinburgh Castle
Gloriously restored 19th Century public house with celebrated bar food and a la carte restaurant.
Three Little Words
Benchmark-setting high-end liquor den set inside a working distillery, where mixology masters pour perfect drinks
Crown & Kettle
Craft beers, sports TV, and iconic ceiling, blending hipster charm with authentic local vibes.
Overdraught
Converted bank transformed into a party hub, with cocktails, decks, live music and 30 taps of keg beer.
The Wayfarer
Modern neighbourhood pub in the heart of the city, with extensive drinks menu, live music and outdoor seating
1UP
For game geeks, by game geeks, from D&D to Pokémon, FIFA to Call of Duty, pinball and more
Junior Jackson’s
Dimly lit spaces, cheap beers, and unapologetic grit create an authentic American dive bar experience.
Isca
Intimate natural wine and small plate eatery run by two of the best in the business.
97
Artful cocktails and a select menu of wines, spirits, and savoury snacks in chic, modern setting.
Green Arches
‘Proper bar’ boasting DIY community principles, beers made next door, natural wines and cocktails, complete with garden and events programme.
Tariff & Dale
Landmark industrial-edged bar and lower-ground floor restaurant boasting modern English food, sourdough pizzas and free pool table.
The George Charles
Victorian-era pub meets Pan-Asian cuisine; honouring past with modern flair, boasting local ales, strong cocktails, and sunlit outdoor seating.
Blinker Bar
Seasonally inspired cocktails, creative twists on classics, and locally-sourced snacks in an elegant city centre building.
20 Stories
Exceptional drinks, including bespoke cocktails and 600 varieties of wine, meet fine dining with spectacular views across the city
Gasworks Brew Bar
Brewery, drinking establishment, shuffleboard and darts arena with industrial aesthetics and guest kitchens