Three Little Words
Benchmark-setting high-end liquor den set inside a working distillery, where mixology masters pour perfect drinks
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Viet Shack
Blends traditional Vietnamese flavours with a modern twist, offering unique small plates and Asian-inspired cocktails.
Kitten
Modern, fine-dining and contemporary Japanese cocktail bar, Kitten is the flagship destination for Deansgate Square
Muse
Surrounded by serenity, this all-day hangout offers small plates, large dishes, roasts and live music.
Schofield’s
Award-winning bartender brothers, extensive cocktails, mocktails, curated wines, draught beers, and charcuterie plates.
The Liars Lounge
Second floor Tiki haven at Cane & Grain, with enough bottles of rum to build a bridge to Barbados.
Shack Bar and Grill
Casual bar and restaurant in Manchester's Northern Quarter serving a range of cocktails, steaks and burgers
Disorder
Independently spirited rock ’n’ roll bar, venue, and eatery, with live music, DJ sets, comedy and quizzes
Boogalú
A renegade Mexican chef, 180 bottles of specialist liquor, and DJs dropping funk, soul and broken beat
Dusk Til Pawn
A speakeasy disguised as a pawn shop, mixing the allure of secrecy with expertly crafted cocktails.
Menagerie
Chic venue famous for its extravagant catwalk, party spirit and delicious cocktails
Kong’s NQ
American-style fried chicken restaurant and bar offering a varied, flavour-packed menu featuring award-winning wings, tacos, brunch, and small plates.
MUSU
Japanese-inspired small plate fine dining in a stunning space, led by culinary masters
Folk
A South Manchester landmark known for outdoor eating and drinking, laidback vibes and regular events.
Stray
Elevated cocktails, from tomato margaritas to rhubarb gimlets, with a curated low/no-alcohol selection.
Tommys Bar and Pizza
Macclesfield eatery serving Neapolitan pizzas by day and cocktails by night
20 Stories
Exceptional drinks, including bespoke cocktails and 600 varieties of wine, meet fine dining with spectacular views across the city
The Jane Eyre
Warm neighbourhood bar by two brothers; classic cocktails, local brews, Mediterranean plates, and standout Sunday roasts.
Red Light
Upmarket LGBTQ+ cocktail hideaway serving masterful drinks with intimate vibes and table service
Ramona
Pizza as Detroit intended, with amazing cocktails, wines and beers, and a packed programme of band and DJ bookings.
Lost Cat
Unassuming florist facade leads to two floors of dining fun, offering affordable brunch, BOGOF cocktails, vegan options, and lively weekend DJs.
The Jane Eyre Chorlton
Neighbourhood spot with bold vegan delights, signature cocktails, and an ambiance that exudes South Manchester charm.
Sterling
Opulent underground bar in historic hotel, serving vintage spirits, rare wines and crafted cocktails.
The Blues Kitchen
Live music hub in blending blues, soul, and R&B with a passion for southern US vibes.
The Anthologist
Gorgeous small plates, classic mains and an excellent line up of luxurious drinks.
10 Tib Lane
A cosy hideaway boasting a frequently changing menu of French-inspired small plates.
The Font
Lively bar serving craft beers, cocktails and hearty meals, plus eclectic weekly events, from quizzes to pottery workshops.
Project Halcyon
Stylish, sophisticated, and award-winning clandestine cocktail bar with absinthe parlour and gin distillery
The Alchemist
Theatrical molecular mixology in Spinningfields with an expansive outdoor terrace.
Side Street Studio
Multi-purpose hangout with a bar serving drinks from independent producers, sublime soundtrack, stand-alone event space and kitchen
Grand Pacific
Decadent Raffles-style glamour meets Pan-Asian flavours, set in the city's iconic former Reform Club.
The Rectory
Design-led suburban craft beer, wine and cocktail bar doing everything right
Henry C
Craft cocktails, Negroni Thursdays, and takeaway options, backed by a knowledgeable and passionate team.
Tiki Hideaway
Underground 1950s inspired tropical slice of Tiki goodness in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter
Try Thai
A colourful celebration of Thai flavours, featuring seafood, signature dishes, and exotic cocktails.
The Fitzgerald
Discreet, delightfully dark, and decadent, this first floor speakeasy owes plenty to Gatsby and the Jazz Age.
Nordie
Neighbourhood food and drinks including expertly conceived bespoke cocktails, with outdoor terrace and more.
The Cotton House
Historic restaurant in a stunning Lancashire village, serving elevated traditional favourites, an unrivalled Sunday lunch, premium beers and cocktails.
Brewski
North American comfort food reimagined, with unique sharing platters in a lodge-inspired setting, paired with soulful tunes and crafted drinks.
Wilson’s Social
Hip Northern Quarter bar and restaurant with craft beer, cocktails and small plates
Lost In Tokyo
Inspired by the Land of the Rising Sun, this basement cocktail bar specialises in unique cocktails and Japanese whiskies.
Sexy Fish
Artful interiors, the UK's largest champagne collection, and award-winning cocktails in landmark Deansgate location.
Tattu
Contemporary Chinese fusion flavours married to sophisticated cocktails in a landmark dining room.
Behind Closed Doors
A den of debauchery and indulgence accessed through a hidden doorway.
Santé
Mediterranean-inspired small plates with lengthy cocktail and wine list in one of the city’s most sought after areas.
Hawksmoor
Upscale steakhouse with a bustling dining room and exceptional cocktail menu.
Mean-Eyed Cat
Deep South-inspired dive bar and home of the legendary Roll the Dice game
Witch Kings
A cosy, vibrant and inviting cocktail haven mixing drinks with homemade liqueurs and syrups, and serving Alpine-inspired tapas