The George Charles
Victorian-era pub meets Pan-Asian cuisine; honouring past with modern flair, boasting local ales, strong cocktails, and sunlit outdoor seating.
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Wallop Didsbury
Neighbourhood wine and cocktail bar and informal eatery known for relaxed vibes, knowledgeable staff and special events
Stray
Elevated cocktails, from tomato margaritas to rhubarb gimlets, with a curated low/no-alcohol selection.
Joule
Craft beer spot with a global mead collection, championing local to legendary brews in a unique taproom setting.
Project Halcyon
Stylish, sophisticated, and award-winning clandestine cocktail bar with absinthe parlour and gin distillery
The Metropolitan
Iconic pub serving quality food and drinks inside a vast heritage building, with large outdoor garden
Electrik
Neighbourhood bar with roots in a legendary club night, serving exclusive and classic cocktails, DJ sets, food and good times
Isca
Intimate natural wine and small plate eatery run by two of the best in the business.
Red Light
Backstreet cocktail bar with a penchant for disco tunes, Martini Wednesdays and outdoor drinking
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.
Junction
Brand-new cafe, restaurant and social space at Manchester Central
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
Harcourt
Hong Kong menu meets craft beers from Manchester and beyond at this deliciously unique watering hole
1UP
For game geeks, by game geeks, from D&D to Pokémon, FIFA to Call of Duty, pinball and more
The Nico Ditch
Cosy bar and art exhibition space boasting a great range of beers, wines and spirits
The Crown & Conspirator
Eclectic British and global fare, catering to all palates, in a modern village pub setting.
Peveril of the Peak
Traditional Victorian-era pub first opened in 1820, with heritage tilework, dark wood interiors and proper pints
Kelder
Brilliant wine bar and bottle shop in the heart of Urmston
The Britons Protection
Centuries-old pub with listed status, unique historic interior including Terrazzo-tiled floors, and a universal fanbase
The Lawn Club
Outdoor-indoor, year-round al fresco drinking and dining destination that put a district on the map
Lock 91
Homely watering hole in a prime waterside location offering a packed events programme spread over three deceptively intimate floors
Jimmy’s
Rock and Roll party bar adorned with music posters and artifacts.
Blossom Street Social
Wine bar with worldwide selection of wines and craft beers.
Sip
Independent wine bar and shop with self-service by-the-glass wine machines, quality small plates and British charcuterie and cheese.
Mean-Eyed Cat
Deep South-inspired dive bar and home of the legendary Roll the Dice game
Café Beermoth
Manchester craft and artisanal beer institution serving local, regional and global brews, choice cheeses and more.
On The Hush
A varied menu, cocktails and excellent coffee are staples at this stylish daytime cafe-cum-vibrant evening bar.
The Fountain House
Classy pub dining in a grand Victorian setting, with local ales and elevated comfort food.
The Ivy
High end foodie destination comprising British brasserie, pan-Asian second floor restaurant, private dining and roof terrace
Mr Thomas’s Chop House
A truly iconic traditional pub specialising in classic British cuisine, award-winning wine and beer selections, and a timeless atmosphere.
Diecast
A sprawling, former-industrial landmark home to a kitchen, loads of Daiquiri and a huge, character-filled events space.
The Rose & Monkey Hotel
One of the city’s oldest drinking holes, built in 1783, with rooms for hire, a beer garden and packed music programme
The Firehouse
The Dockyard Media City
A rustic-style ale house institution in ultra modern Salford, serving great beers, wines, and food, with live music and quizzes
The Goods In
Industrial-feel and colourful design in a favourite North Manchester bar, food and music hangout
Why Not? Cafe
Elevated tiger bread butties, diverse fillings, and a carb haven, paired with local brews in a cosy setting.
The Brewery Bar
Award-winning brewery taproom in the heart of Horwich, where modern-industrial vibes meet hop forward brews
Crazy Pedro’s NQ
Mexican-themed late night pizza and party spot open daily until 4am with Manchester’s largest tequila and mezcal selection
Salut Wines
Specialist wine bar selling more than 400 bottles and 40 varieties by the glass, alongside excellent charcuterie and cheeses
Gullivers
Legendary boozer and upstairs live music venue with intimate basement for theatre and comedy
Saison
Cosy bar with vast craft beer selection, artisan spirits, inventive small plates, live jazz Sundays and quizzes.
Freight Island
NQ64
Retro arcade packing classic action, beat ‘em up, racing games and more, with themed cocktail menu and hip hop beats
KERB
Natural wine shop and bar with a curated selection of bottles and occasional tasting events.
Cloud 23
Acclaimed cocktail bar with small plate menu situated on the 23rd floor of Manchester’s iconic Beetham Tower
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.
Trevor Arms
Vibrant pub located on the popular Beech Road combining friendly service with an inviting atmosphere