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Our curated selection of the Finest independent places in Greater Manchester

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The Peer Hat

Alternative-leaning record store, beer house, live music venue and club space in the city centre's most romanticised counter-cultural district
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Forbici

Meaning 'scissors' in Italian, these authentic pizzas come with shears to cut them up, while the toppings range from authentic Neapolitan to those with a distinctly northern twist.

Shirley’s Sandwich Bar

Family-owned sandwich bar known for its warm welcome and affordable lunches.

Rowntree’s Cafe

Long-standing, no-frills cafe inside the Arndale serving budget-friendly breakfasts and lunches.

Joe & The Juice

Popular juice bar serving grab-and-go lunches, healthy bowls and viral sarnies.

The Cut & Craft

High-glamour dining room serving seafood and steak, in a Grade-II listed former bank.

Lina Stores

Famous Soho-based delicatessen, restaurant and bar serving Italian delights for over 80 years

Bangkok Diners Club

Manchester chef Ben Humphreys brings Bangkok-style dining to the Edinburgh Castle alongside his wife Bo

Sandinista Bar

Much-loved late night drinking den, serving up 'latin scran' and cocktails.

Pancho’s Burritos

Authentic Mexican burrito and taco place serving up flavoursome lunches at the Arndale Market.

The Good Sauna

Traditional wood-fired sauna and cold plunge experience
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Mother Mary’s

Independent music venue and Irish bar