The Fitzgerald
The Fitzgerald is a discreet, delightfully dark, and decadent first floor speakeasy that owes plenty to Gatsby and the Jazz Age.
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Malt Dog
Small, family-owned specialist craft beer bottle shop and tap house
Castle Hotel
Traditional boozer in an historic building with a huge reputation for cutting edge live music
The Carlton Club
Suburban community hub, running wild club nights, midweek morning yoga, garnering, jumble sales and all-day ambient events
Mr Thomas’s Chop House
Mr Thomas's Chop House is a truly iconic traditional pub specialising in classic British cuisine, with award-winning wine and beer.
Mala
Mala is a wood-built outside-inside bar serving exquisite cocktails, specialist beers and pop-up food, with a surrealist design ethic
Dusk Til Pawn
A neon-lit faux pawn shop hiding a sharp, showy cocktail bar with playful serves and serious mixology.
Café Beermoth
Manchester craft and artisanal beer institution serving local, regional and global brews, choice cheeses and more.
Night & Day Cafe
One of the city’s most famous intimate music venues with a storied history, and a cherished drinking and eating hangout
Worsley Stores
Treasured suburban bottle and luxury produce shop with seasonal eat-in modern British restaurant and bar
Mollie’s
A playful, design-led hotel and diner blending retro Americana with modern comforts.
Electrik
Neighbourhood bar with roots in a legendary club night, serving exclusive and classic cocktails, DJ sets, food and good times
The Jane Eyre Chorlton
Neighbourhood spot with bold vegan flavours, signature cocktails, and an ambiance that exudes South Manchester charm.
The Beer House
Shabby-chic bar offering local ales, in-house brews, board games, and a welcoming pavement terrace.
The Drawing Room
West Didsbury institution renowned for lush cocktails, craft beers, friendly staff and an eclectic jukebox
Blinker Bar
Celebrated cocktail bar listed among Britain’s top 50, specialising in seasonal pours
Brickhouse Social
Bar and diner with pool room, roof terrace and NYC-style basement club
Exhibition
Exhibition is an upmarket space in a landmark building combining kitchens, cocktails, art and events.
Blossom Street Social
Wine bar with worldwide selection of wines and craft beers.
The Railway
Cosy tavern with rotating ales, live bands, quiz nights and sports TVs.
The Klondyke
Centuries-old hub blending classic games, community gardening, live events, and popular Sunday roast
North Westward Ho
Pub serving 18 keg and 5 cask ale lines from Pomona Island Brewery, guest breweries and cideries
The Alchemist
Theatrical molecular mixology in Spinningfields with an expansive outdoor terrace.
The Bubble Room
A relaxed, reliable Stanley Square staple for champagne deals, live music, and all-day dining.
Salt Dog Slims
World beers, bespoke cocktails, and American-style chilli dogs in a lively, bartender-crafted ambience
The Chorlton Green
Neighbourhood bar and restaurant with a great wine selection located on popular Beech Road in Chorlton
Chin Chin
Neighbourhood wine bar with Northern soul, natural pours and Brit-inspired small plates
Nightcap
Subterranean cocktail and wine bar offering a more refined take on city centre hedonism with DJs regularly playing free parties
Harcourt
British-Hong Kong hybrid pub serving eclectic HK snacks, local craft beers, and nostalgia-filled treats in intimate setting.
The City Arms
A proper Kennedy Street institution serving some of the best kept cask ale in the city.
Cork of the North
Intimate, award-winning wine bar and bottle shop with more than 100 varieties by the glass and tasting events.
Tiki Hideaway
Underground 1950s inspired tropical slice of Tiki goodness in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter
The Wharf
Canalside pub with sprawling outdoor seating, varied menu, extensive wine list, and wide selection of gins and whiskies.
House of Esk
Rustic waterside bar known for great wines and tunes, intimate atmosphere and sun trap terrace
NoHo
NYC-inspired bar with vibrant blend of art, premium spirits, and alfresco people-watching.
The Salmon Of Knowledge Media City
A proper Irish pub built on great Guinness, live music, big-screen sport and food that hits the spot every time.
Low Four Studio
Multifaceted space comprising a recording studio, live venue, music TV platform, and bar.
Wilson’s Social
Hip Northern Quarter bar and restaurant with craft beer, cocktails and small plates
The Millstone
The Millstone is a traditional Northern Quarter pub run by Manchester’s biggest brewery, with daily karaoke
On The Hush
A varied menu, cocktails and excellent coffee are staples at this stylish daytime cafe-cum-vibrant evening bar.
Green Arches
‘Proper bar’ boasting DIY community principles, beers made next door, natural wines and cocktails, complete with garden and events programme.
Sir Ralph Abercromby
Beloved historic pub with a loyal customer base, known for screening sports inside and out in the large beer garden
The Talleyrand
Beloved boozer and treasured independent music venue in one of South Manchester’s liveliest suburbs
Stray
Elegant, easy-going cocktail bar serving inventive signatures, refined classics and low-alc options with precision and style.
MØ6B
Daytime cafe and vinyl shop, transforming into a cozy bar with curated drinks and beats on weekend nights.
KERB
Natural wine shop and bar with a curated selection of bottles and occasional tasting events.
The Wayfarer
Modern neighbourhood pub in the heart of the city, with extensive drinks menu, live music and outdoor seating
BrewDog
Chain bar specialising in the Scottish brewery's craft beers, with regular guest brews.