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Bundobust

Inventive vegetarian Indian street food served in a basement beer hall, alongside a robust selection of craft ales.

Vinyl Exchange

A cornerstone of Manchester's music scene, offering a treasure trove of new, rare, and second-hand vinyl and CDs

The Liars Lounge

Second floor Tiki haven at Cane & Grain, with enough bottles of rum to build a bridge to Barbados.

EatGoody

Hidden-away Korean cafe off Oxford Road, beloved by students and non-students alike.

Manchester Art Gallery

Iconic Manchester institution with a collection spanning over 2000 oil paintings and a renewed focus on contemporary art

Modernist

The modernist specialises in books, stationery, homeware, artworks and prints related to twentieth century and modernist architecture and design

The Britons Protection

Over 200-year old pub with a big beer garden out the back which gets the sun almost all day long

San Carlo Bottega

Part sophisticated cocktail and Champagne bar, part elegant Italian restaurant with an exquisite interior

KRO Bar

Danish bar and café vibe opposite UoM, with ever-changing local and continental beers, gigs, and quizzes

The Mews

The Mews serve hand-picked wine, specially crafted cocktails, a craft beer selection as well as small plates and charcuterie

Shallows

Inclusive, alternative beauty and tattoo salon in a former swimming pool-turned-speakeasy, with leading freelance artists, refreshments and atmosphere
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Madre

Mexico City-inspired flavours, offering classic carnitas, birria, and unique iced raw bar, all with a tequila-chilli kick.

Joshua Brooks

Musical mainstay blending daytime dining with iconic underground parties, world-renowned artists and a state-of-the-art sound system.

Giraffe Flowers

Northern Quarter shop with bespoke bouquets, quirky house-plants, and unique home décor

Home Chinese

Authentic dim sum mastery meets Cantonese and Szechuan finesse, set in a chic ambiance with a thoughtful wine list.

Nell’s Kampus

New York-style pizza restaurant serving 22-inch pies, crafted from locally-sourced British ingredients with a touch of Brooklyn inspiration.