Salmon of Knowledge
Irish pub boasting live music, plenty of Guinness, whisky and The Last Stop in the kitchen
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The Dockyard Media City
A rustic-style ale house institution in ultra modern Salford, serving great beers, wines, and food, with live music and quizzes
The Woodside
Historic country pub with a mining past, offering cask ales and scenic gardens.
Tariff & Dale
Landmark industrial-edged bar and lower-ground floor restaurant boasting modern English food, sourdough pizzas and free pool table.
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.
The Britons Protection
Over 200-year old pub with a big beer garden out the back which gets the sun almost all day long
Freight Island
Cultural hub of food, drink and entertainment hosting special events and themed nights
Balance Taproom
Hidden gem taproom pouring pints of the brewery's finest barrel-fermented, mixed culture beer
Lass O’Gowrie
Pub with local soul, offering real ales, live entertainment, and sports screenings in a charming, character-filled setting.
The Pen & Pencil
Eatery and drinkery paying homage to the glory days of media Mad Men in New York City.
The Metropolitan
Classic pub charm redefined, with eclectic roasts, pizzas, and inviting beer garden.
Wolf At The Door
Inventive tacos and bao buns alongside craft ales, natural wines and cocktails.
Soup
Daytime cafe turned evening bar that supports local music in its basement while offering an eclectic, unpretentious atmosphere.
Mulligans
Authentic Irish boozer and the home of great Guinness, good craic, live music and sport in the heart of Manchester
Common
Craft beers, natural wines, and Nell’s Pizza in a hip, redesigned space perfect for casual hangouts.
Brickhouse Social
Bar and diner with pool room, roof terrace and NYC-style basement club
Mean-Eyed Cat
Deep South-inspired dive bar and home of the legendary Roll the Dice game
Exhibition
Upmarket space in a landmark building combining kitchens, cocktails, art and events.
Kelder
Brilliant wine bar and bottle shop in the heart of Urmston
Neighbourhood
Suburban speakeasy with real community spirit, striking aesthetics, wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, Gooey treats, live music and DJs
Flawd
A vibrant waterside natural wine bar, bottle shop and small-plate eatery on Islington Marina.
Isca
Intimate natural wine and small plate eatery run by two of the best in the business.
Cloud 23
The Hilton’s smart cocktail and Champagne bar offering panoramic views of the city from the 23rd floor of the Deansgate hotel
KERB
Natural wine shop and bar with a curated selection of bottles and occasional tasting events.
Sterling
Opulent underground bar in historic hotel, serving vintage spirits, rare wines and crafted cocktails.
Sip
Independent wine bar and shop with self-service by-the-glass wine machines, quality small plates and British charcuterie and cheese.
The Font
Lively bar serving craft beers, cocktails and hearty meals, plus eclectic weekly events, from quizzes to pottery workshops.
The Jane Eyre
Warm neighbourhood bar by two brothers; classic cocktails, local brews, Mediterranean plates, and standout Sunday roasts.
Lost Cat
Unassuming florist facade leads to two floors of dining fun, offering affordable brunch, BOGOF cocktails, vegan options, and lively weekend DJs.
Harcourt
British-Hong Kong hybrid pub serving eclectic HK snacks, local craft beers, and nostalgia-filled treats in intimate setting.
Cask Ancoats
Canal-side bar with diverse ales, BYO-food policy, and retro entertainment from jukebox tunes to board games.
Project Halcyon
Stylish, sophisticated, and award-winning clandestine cocktail bar with absinthe parlour and gin distillery
Public
Neighbourhood spot inspired by New York City late-night bars from the team behind Evelyn’s
BrewDog
Chain bar specialising in the Scottish brewery's craft beers, with regular guest brews.
The Oast House
Sun-drenched outdoor spot with hanging kebabs and a lively selection of real ales and craft beers.
Junior Jackson’s
Dimly lit spaces, cheap beers, and unapologetic grit create an authentic American dive bar experience.
Flight Club
A modern twist on pub darts with a well-stocked bar and pizzas to share, Flight Club offers a unique entertainment experience.
Twenty Twenty Two
Late night subterranean party bar with excellent soundsystem, not to mention plenty of fun and games.
NQ64 Peter Street
Booze, beats, button bashing - a neon heaven of cocktails, old school hip hop, and retro arcade machines and consoles.
Vinesteins
Local ingredients, premium wines, and a vibe that shifts from chilled daytimes to evening romance.
The Hillary Step
Cosy and intimate neighbourhood pub serving craft beers, cask ales, and unique wines.
Ale & Aloo
Pioneering Indian gastropub serving innovative fusion food somewhere between Britain and the subcontinent, with pool and darts to boot
Castle Hotel
A pub with a long-standing reputation for live music and literary events, as well as its real ales.
Salut Wines
Premier wine shop, boasting a dynamic selection of handpicked wines, with a welcoming bar and innovative Enomatic dispensers.
The Fountain House
A historic building housing an acclaimed gastro pub in one of Manchester’s most prestigious public spaces.
Playfoots
Neighbourhood café-bar known for expansive breakfast and brunch choices, mushroom coffee and craft beer.
Mary & Archie
Cosy neighbourhood bar and eatery serving great food and a weekday happy hour
Science & Industry
An opulent drinks laboratory specialising in technical mixology and home to some of Manchester’s most unique drinks.