The Great Kathmandu
A Nepalese institution that has won more awards than we can remember since opening in 1986.
Manchester
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Doherty Evans & Stott
Independent menswear store specialising in bespoke tailoring and Italian and British casual wear.
Takk
Treasured coffee institution roasting beans on site, with unique, informal food menu.
Red Light
Backstreet cocktail bar with a penchant for disco tunes, Martini Wednesdays and outdoor drinking
Little Aladdin
Vibrant vegan Indian cuisine with a daily rotation of curries, wraps, and flavourful naan, all rooted in health and heartiness.
Freight Island
Cultural hub of food, drink and entertainment hosting special events and themed nights
Barça Bar
Canal-side drinking institution serving beers and cocktails indoors or by the water, with private event rooms and a daily kitchen.
Modernist
The modernist specialises in books, stationery, homeware, artworks and prints related to twentieth century and modernist architecture and design
Ducie Street Warehouse
Many things to many people, including a social dining restaurant, excellent cocktail bar and mini cinema.
Erst
Unassuming small plates with big flavours lauded by critics across the UK.
Cask Ancoats
Canal-side bar with diverse ales, BYO-food policy, and retro entertainment from jukebox tunes to board games.
NQ64 Peter Street
Booze, beats, button bashing - a neon heaven of cocktails, old school hip hop, and retro arcade machines and consoles.
Sir Ralph Abercromby
Historic Manchester pub with rich Peterloo ties, offering a central bar, function room, and a cherished community presence.
Noodle Alley
Szechuan noodle and street food specialist a stone’s throw from the city’s landmark arch
Ancoats Coffee Co
Speciality coffee roasters bringing together community, hospitality, and great shared experiences
Akbar’s
Beloved Indian restaurant famous for its sizzling dishes and huge sharing naan breads.
Haunt
Specialist coffee spot with Italian delicacies, with excellent cocktails and wines served long after dark.
Sambal
Restaurant blending secret family recipes with a twist on classic South Asian street food
Sinclair’s Oyster Bar
Iconic cash-only tavern with rustic wooden beams, a familiar pub menu and large beer garden, popular on match days
Higher Ground
Laid-back eatery showcasing organic farm produce, expert butchery and low intervention wines.
Holy Grain
Sandwiches, sourdough, sweet treats and more at this independent bakery with online ordering available.
Tast Catala
Catalonian eatery on King Street with a diverse menu by Michelin-starred chef Paco Perez.
Bunny Jackson’s
Dive bar vibes meet epic wings, whiskey and live music.
Bearded Feeder
Street food cabin on Piccadilly Gardens serving Star Wars-themed burgers, hot dogs, loaded fries and more.
Pho No. 1
Exceptional Vietnamese eatery with authentic small dishes and pho
Burger & Co
Hunger-busting, quality burgers in the heart of Fallowfield.
Annyeong
Up-market Korean BBQ restaurant in the picturesque Half Moon Chambers, complete with cocktails and karaoke.
Bold Street Coffee
Inventive espresso creations, breakfast staples, and grab-and-go sandwich options.
Kiosk on Lapwing
Converted cupboard turned neighbourhood hotspot serving up tasty bakes, coffee, organic wine and craft beers.
The Walled Gardens
Inventive vegetarian cooking from a South Manchester flat, ranked one of the best restaurants in the UK.
Casa Italia
Independent Italian cafe and bistro with a Sicilian feel
Area
Iconic Gay Village venue with a packed programme featuring some of the biggest LGBTQ+ events in the city
Fiori
Authentic Arabic coffee house and Middle Eastern cafe offering Sahlab, karak, Saffron Milk Cake, and other exotic delicacies
Blacklock
Champions the chophouse and all its traditions, unpretentious and familiar
97
Artful cocktails and a select menu of wines, spirits, and savoury snacks in chic, modern setting.
10 Tib Lane
A cosy hideaway boasting a frequently changing menu of French-inspired small plates.
The Whiskey Jar
Pouring more than 350 varieties of whiskey, think heritage drinks in a historic building with on-point events programming.
Manchester Museum
Blending historic exhibits with new, inclusive galleries that celebrate global cultures.
Kitten
Modern, fine-dining and contemporary Japanese cocktail bar, Kitten is the flagship destination for Deansgate Square
The Whitworth
A treasure trove of art, showcases renowned works and contemporary exhibitions, complete with a stunning, park-view café.
Street Urchin
Modern British excellence with a down-to-earth attitude and soft spot for adventurous ingredients
Royal Exchange Flowers
Small but mighty florist housed in the same building as the historic theatre
Richmond Tea Rooms
Multi award-winning Alice in Wonderland tearoom in the heart of Manchester
Rivet & Hide
Ultra-rare selvedge denim and leather emporium specialising in Americana via 21st Century Japan.
Henry C
Craft cocktails, Negroni Thursdays, and takeaway options, backed by a knowledgeable and passionate team.
Fluffy Fluffy
Legendary Canadian soufflé pancake emporium, known for impossibly light and airy treats made in an open kitchen
Clints
Iconic homegrown footwear focused brand with a wide range of complementary clothing, from eyewear accessories to outwear essentials.
Come Through Lab
Photographic lab offering C41, B&W and E6 film developing and scanning as well as bespoke fine art Giclée printing services