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Soup
Daytime cafe turned evening bar that supports local music in its basement while offering an eclectic, unpretentious atmosphere.
Blossom Street Social
Wine bar with worldwide selection of wines and craft beers.
The Bay Horse Tavern
Victorian boozer meets modern dining at an address that dates back to the early 19th Century.
Kennedy’s Irish Bar
Community-driven watering hole specialising in the perfect Guinness, honest food and live music
Saison
Cosy bar with vast craft beer selection, artisan spirits, inventive small plates, live jazz Sundays and quizzes.
Gullivers
Iconic bar dating back to 1865 with live music and a supportive artistic community.
The White Hart Inn at Lydgate
18th century stone pub offering a Brasserie with log fires, cask ales, enviable wine list and magnificent views
Ad Hoc
Independent bottle shop and bar with hand-picked wines from around the world.
The Beagle
NYC pizzas, indulgent ice cream sandwiches, vast craft beer range, and diverse events from jazz to embroidery lessons.
Rustik
Wood-clad brunch and dinner spot known for Irish heritage, Guinness, cocktails and a busy events programme.
Side Street
Multi-purpose hangout with a bar serving drinks from independent producers, sublime soundtrack, stand-alone event space and kitchen
Worsley Stores
Boutique wines and local brews in a dog-friendly, canal-side retreat.
Tariff & Dale
Landmark industrial-edged bar and lower-ground floor restaurant boasting modern English food, sourdough pizzas and free pool table.
Overdraught
Converted bank transformed into a party hub, with cocktails, decks, live music and 30 taps of keg beer.
Balance Taproom
Hidden gem taproom pouring pints of the brewery's finest barrel-fermented, mixed culture beer
Blockbusters NQ
Blockbuster-themed bar brimming with fun and nostalgia
Why Not? Cafe
Elevated tiger bread butties, diverse fillings, and a carb haven, paired with local brews in a cosy setting.
Mulligans
Authentic Irish boozer and the home of great Guinness, good craic, live music and sport in the heart of Manchester
Vintage Ambiance
Chic venue for bespoke afternoon teas; offering exotic loose-leaf selections, artisanal coffees and crafted cocktails.
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
Isca
Intimate natural wine and small plate eatery run by two of the best in the business.
All The Shapes
Two-floor bar meets arts space, with a dog-friendly garden. Craft, culture, and community combined.
Ale & Aloo
Pioneering Indian gastropub serving innovative fusion food somewhere between Britain and the subcontinent, with pool and darts to boot
Cane & Grain
Huge range of draught beers meets a wide selection of meats and sauces, with a skate culture twist.
Juicebox
Independent wine bar and bottle shop in Manchester City Centre