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Brickhouse Social
Bar and diner with pool room, roof terrace and NYC-style basement club
Banh Mi Co Ba
No-frills Vietnamese cafe serving breakfast, banh mi and noodle dishes.
Bunsik
Slick Korean street food joint specialising in corn dogs and fried chicken.
Katsouris Deli
Iconic deli in serving massive sandwiches, Greek dishes, and all-day breakfasts.
Gullivers
Iconic bar dating back to 1865 with live music and a supportive artistic community.
O2 Ritz Manchester
Historic venue with springy dance floors, atmospheric balcony views, and legendary Manchester bands gracing its stage.
O! Peste Destroyed
A convergence of bar, bookshop, and record fair, showcasing innovative creators in a raw, industrial space.
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
A new flagship for the global hotel brand, with large rooms, luxury suites, an exclusive lounge, spa and treatment areas
Diecast
Sprawling, former-industrial landmark home to a kitchen, unfathomable quantities of Daiquiri and a huge, character-filled events space
Sweet Mandarin
Restaurant run by three sisters from a family serving authentic Chinese dishes since 1959
ManCoCo
Craft coffee drinks brewed with house-roasted beans served all day
Zouk Tea Bar & Grill
Flavours of the sub-continent beautifully presented on small plates with a renowned BBQ menu and cooking classes.
Juicebox
Independent wine bar and bottle shop in Manchester City Centre
The Washhouse
One of the city's best hidden speakeasy bars offering a brilliant range of cocktails
Embankment Kitchen
Sophisticated venue presenting elevated meat and seafood dishes, plus desserts, draught beer and wine
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.
Fiori
Authentic Arabic coffee house and Middle Eastern cafe offering Sahlab, karak, Saffron Milk Cake, and other exotic delicacies
Northern Soul Grilled Cheese
Comfort food of the finest order, innovative and flamboyant grilled cheese sandwiches meets classic Northern Soul sounds.
Annyeong
Up-market Korean BBQ restaurant in the picturesque Half Moon Chambers, complete with cocktails and karaoke.
Bahn Vi
Alty Market favourite arrives at New Century serving up delicious plant-based creations
Noodle Alley
Szechuan noodle and street food specialist a stone’s throw from the city’s landmark arch
Cane & Grain
Huge range of draught beers meets a wide selection of meats and sauces, with a skate culture twist.
Chimaek
Korean Fried Chicken spot serving up deliciously crispy wings and fillets with an array of sauces and sides.
Contact Theatre
Landmark arts institution specialising in increasing engagement among, and exposure of, next generation theatre and arts creators.
Siam Smiles
City centre restaurant serving up authentic Thai street food, beer and wine in a relaxed atmosphere.
Ciaooo
Statement crusts on Neapolitan sourdough pizzas, including a popular Con Burrata range.
Camera Crib
Pre-owned and pre-used camera specialist with a community focus, regular photowalks and workshopsx
Everyman Cinema
Deluxe cinema experience with plush seating and waiter service, offering a mix of new releases, indie films, and live theatre screenings.
Caravan
Coffee roastery, innovative bar and outdoor terrace
Carhartt Work In Progress Store
First Northern Quarter store of hit streetwear-inspired fashion brand for men and women
Siop Shop
Relaxed hangout with a trendy vibe and outdoor tables serving coffee and doughnuts, with vegan options too
Fuego
Taco hut in Piccadilly Gardens specialising in rich and spicy cheesy birria, steak and chicken.
Floriental Studio
Chinese and East Asian culture explored and experienced through dried flower 'buffets', floral art workshops, craft making, and tea ceremonies
P1 Fitness
Friendly, family-run state-of-the-art gym without the egos, mirrors, influences and attitude that puts many people off
Travelling Man
Quirky shop for comics, graphic novels, board games and more
IOLLA
Unique prescription glasses and sunglasses emporium dedicated to making shopping for specs fun and affordable.
Alex’s Bakery
Deansgate eatery serving freshly baked cakes and desserts, brunch, milkshakes and Brazilian coffee.
Dormouse Chocolates
Award-winning bean to bar chocolate from Manchester
Tender
Family-style brasserie nestled within the iconic Stock Exchange Hotel under the expert guidance of acclaimed chef Niall Keating
Suki Suki
Market-style pan-Asian dining spot open for quick lunches, slow dinners, and late night food fixes
The Flat Baker
A bakery with a twist, Brazil meets France via unique pastries, breads and other delectable creations.
San Carlo
A temple of Italian cuisine, with some contemporary twists and regular celebrity clientele
NoHo
NYC-inspired bar with vibrant blend of art, premium spirits, and alfresco people-watching.
Hello Oriental
Highly acclaimed, triple-storey Asian food hall offering cuisine from across the continent with entertainment in a spectacular venue
Kitten
Modern, fine-dining and contemporary Japanese cocktail bar, Kitten is the flagship destination for Deansgate Square
Piccadilly Records
Independent Mancunian institution stocking both classic and recent releases, with healthy events programme
Hunan
Restaurant serving regional Chinese cuisine, with a special emphasis on vegetarian and vegan dishes