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A South Manchester landmark known for outdoor eating and drinking, laidback vibes and regular events.
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The Daisy
Discreet cocktail bar, live music venue, and cultural hub aimed at the design-inclined.
Overdraught
Converted bank transformed into a party hub, with cocktails, decks, live music and 30 taps of keg beer.
20 Stories
Exceptional drinks, including bespoke cocktails and 600 varieties of wine, meet fine dining with spectacular views across the city
Ale & Aloo
Pioneering Indian gastropub serving innovative fusion food somewhere between Britain and the subcontinent, with pool and darts to boot
Chorlton Tap
Much-loved Chorlton bar with four cask and sixteen keg lines as well as brilliant roast dinner on Sundays
The George Charles
Victorian-era pub meets Pan-Asian cuisine; honouring past with modern flair, boasting local ales, strong cocktails, and sunlit outdoor seating.
The Lawn Club
Outdoor-indoor, year-round al fresco drinking and dining destination that put a district on the map
Sinclair’s Oyster Bar
Iconic cash-only tavern with rustic wooden beams, a familiar pub menu and large beer garden, popular on match days
Bunny’s Country Club
Americana-styled country music bar with over 30 bourbons to try, live music most evenings, extensive cocktail menu, burgers and more
The Wayfarer
Modern neighbourhood pub in the heart of the city, with extensive drinks menu, live music and outdoor seating
The Ivy
High end foodie destination comprising British brasserie, pan-Asian second floor restaurant, private dining and roof terrace
The Woodside
Country pub in a 19th Century building known for excellent wines and beers, seasonal food and proximity to woodland walks
The Goods In
Industrial-feel and colourful design in a favourite North Manchester bar, food and music hangout
The Farrars Arms
Century-spanning semi-rural free house offering an extensive food and drink menu, including what may be the North’s best cheese pie.
Mala
The Jane Eyre
Warm neighbourhood bar serving classic cocktails, local brews, Mediterranean plates, and standout Sunday roasts.
Crazy Pedro’s NQ
Station Hop
Community-led independent bar with rare cask and keg beers, garden to the rear and weekend street food vendors
Terrace
Popular independent bar with roadside tables, two indoor floors and a huge rooftop garden
Worsley Old Hall
17th Century public house serving British and international food set in stunning grounds at a waterside location
The Fountain House
Classy pub dining in a grand Victorian setting, with local ales and elevated comfort food.
Hive Stores
Bar, eatery, deli, bottle and larder shop reflecting a local reputation for culinary excellence
The Nico Ditch
Cosy bar and art exhibition space boasting a great range of beers, wines and spirits
Rewind NQ
Throwback bar with cocktails and dancing
Cask Ancoats
Beer heaven at a canal-side marina, with 27 keg lines, six cask, a huge choice of bottles and cans
Brickhouse Social
Bar and diner with pool room, roof terrace and NYC-style basement club
Stage & Radio
Steeped in history, this two-floor nightlife destination is a Northern Quarter asset, with a jazz-influenced bar and subterranean club space packing serious sound system.
256
Student haven in a repurposed church offering pub games, karaoke rooms, themed nights, and eclectic pub grub.
The Old Nags Head
An historic pub spread over multiple floors with a storied history of visiting rock & roll drinkers
The Delph
Restaurant and cocktail bar overlooking the historic Worsley Delph and Bridgewater Canal
Horse & Jockey
Historic pub meets microbrewery, diverse menu, events, and dog-friendly charm.
Bar Shrimp
Seafood, cocktails and sound collide in a dark-lit, red-draped bar from the team behind Higher Ground and Flawd.
The Klondyke
Centuries-old hub blending classic games, community gardening, live events, and popular Sunday roast
Trof
Food and drink institution known for great Sunday roasts, all-day brunch, rare bourbons and cocktails
Flok
Specialist sherry and Madeira, and Coravin served vintage wines with an excellent supporting cast of small plates
Mean-Eyed Cat
Deep South-inspired dive bar and home of the legendary Roll the Dice game
Voyeur
Expertly-crafted cocktails in dark, intimate surroundings, with a nod towards risqué photography on the walls.
Lost Cat
Unassuming florist facade leads to two floors of dining fun, offering affordable brunch, BOGOF cocktails, vegan options, and lively weekend DJs.
Atlas Bar
Iconic bar with more than a quarter of a century behind it, 500+ gins, extensive breakfast, lunchtime and evening menus
Northern Lights Home
Seven Bro7hers Media City
Manchester craft beer institution serving up excellent, no-nonsense brews and home cooked food.
Harcourt
Hong Kong menu meets craft beers from Manchester and beyond at this deliciously unique watering hole
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.
The Bay Horse Tavern
Victorian boozer meets modern dining at an address that dates back to the early 19th Century.
Trevor Arms
Vibrant pub located on the popular Beech Road combining friendly service with an inviting atmosphere
Lock 91
Homely watering hole in a prime waterside location offering a packed events programme spread over three deceptively intimate floors
Green Arches
‘Proper bar’ boasting DIY community principles, beers made next door, natural wines and cocktails, complete with garden and events programme.