Pot Kettle Black Angel Gardens
Manchester brunch-time institution situated on the ground floor of a landmark high rise
Northern Quarter
Manchester's vibrant cultural hub and the city's most dynamic neighbourhood.
About the Northern Quarter
Nestled in the heart of Manchester, the Northern Quarter is renowned for its eclectic mix of independent shops, trendy bars, and innovative eateries. This urban paradise is a magnet for creatives, offering a unique blend of historic charm and contemporary cool. Explore the area’s iconic street art, vintage boutiques, and record stores that define its distinct character. Whether you’re a foodie seeking gourmet delights or an art enthusiast looking to discover the latest gallery exhibits, the Northern Quarter has something for everyone.
Places in the Northern Quarter highlights the best places to visit, including popular spots like Afflecks, a multi-story emporium of eclectic retailers, and the Craft and Design Centre, where local artists showcase their work. Experience the lively nightlife with a visit to renowned bars such as The Whiskey Jar and Night & Day Café. For coffee aficionados, the Northern Quarter boasts some of Manchester’s finest cafes, perfect for a cozy retreat. Explore, discover, and enjoy all that this iconic area has to offer.
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Salt & Pepper
Quick service, high quality contemporary Chinese eatery offering fried and healthy options
Novel Aesthetics
Independent aesthetic therapy clinic offering skin treatments, fillers, micro-infusion and mesotherapy, among many more
Mother Truffler
A Northern Quarter temple to the truffle, serving up rich, earthy comfort food.
The Morris
A pub-and-cocktail bar hybrid serving proper pints downstairs and playful, nostalgia-driven cocktails upstairs.
Manchester Craft & Design Centre
Independent artist studios selling jewellery, pottery, canvases, prints, statues and more, located in a 19th Century fish market
Pieminister
Award winning pies made with ethically sourced British ingredients
Vinyl Revival
Record emporium with highly knowledgeable staff responsible for enviably on-point stock running across multiple genres and eras
Soup
Revered and respected two-floor music venue with a strong reputation for community, and backing local and global talent alike
Drama Call
Homegrown streetwear label’s first flagship, filled with Manchester references, skate culture and artefacts tracing the Drama Call story.
To Be Frank
Stevenson Square-adjacent bar with a loft-like feel and an abundantly stocked bar.
Dakota Hotel
Refined hotel offering sleek interiors, exceptional dining, and a sense of timeless sophistication.
Port Street Beer House
Evoking Victorian ale house with diverse selection, tucked away for the true beer aficionado.
The Trof
Northern Quarter institution reborn as a proper pub and dining room, with great pints and elevated British classics.
Companio Northern Quarter
Elevated, contemporary bakery renowned for exceptional breads and Italian baked treats
This & That
Backstreet curry cafe and arguably the most famous ‘rice and three’ lunch spot in the city
19 Café Bar
Lively all-day hangout with stacked pancakes, strong coffee and hearty brunch
Bruncho NQ
Brunch-friendly urkish delicacies with heart and soul, from thick rich coffee to Shakshuka and Menemen, as well as pancakes, French toast and more.
Common
Perennially popular Northern Quarter bar doing all the right things — DJ sets, strong spirits, and Nell’s Pizza
APT. Disco
A dual-level Northern Quarter hangout offering BOGOF cocktails, weekly quizzes, and late-night DJ sets.
The Head of Steam
Abundantly stocked bar with a steampunk aesthetic, serving a wide selection of comfort food and sharing platters.
Cass Art
Art equipment & supplies store with comprehensive stock including creative kids craft merchandise.
Sugar Junction
Coffee shop and vintage tea room serving brunch, lunch and afternoon tea in the heart of the Northern Quarter
Eastern Bloc
Iconic electronic music record store with a history dating back to the mid-1980s, on-site cafe-bar and weekend parties.
Cafe Marhaba
Beloved family run rice & three curry cafe opened in 1992, known for its fresh naan and tandoor
Kaawa
A speciality coffee shop in the Northern Quarter with a blend of tradition and super-modern design.
Ad Hoc
A curated Northern Quarter bottle shop for independent wines, mixed cases, and low-intervention gems.
The Butchers Quarter
Artisan Butcher, Cheesemonger & Tasting room supporting local, high welfare produce and independent farmers and deli producers.
Honest Crust
High grade sourdough pizza in Manchester’s most opulent and historic food hall.
Get Baked
Home of the legendary 24-layer Bruce cake, and a slew of other sensational sweet treats
Zaap Thai
High-energy Thai street food place filled with neon lights and interesting objects.
Onsite Records
Stylish coffee shop and wine bar with an interesting record selection to browse and buy.
Nibble
Cafe and bakery that leaves nobody out, with a culture of empowerment.
Behind Closed Doors
Boogalú
A renegade Mexican chef, 180 bottles of specialist liquor, and DJs dropping funk, soul and broken beat
Morning Glory
Playful café serving loaded bagels, specialty coffee and a reinvented Manchester Tart, all wrapped up in unapologetic Manc attitude.
The Salmon of Knowledge
Modern Irish pub with live music, sports, food and plenty of Guinness in one of our favourite city squares
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
Social NQ
The Smithfield Social is an all-day hangout serving creative brunch, small plates, and cocktails, with a standout outdoor terrace.
Noi Quattro
Traditional Italian street food inspired by Naples, made for Manchester.
Piccadilly Records
One of the world’s most celebrated record shops and a Mancunian music institution since 1978
Wolf At The Door
Visually striking bar serving Asian fusion food, craft beers, highballs, martinis, homemade cocktail recipes and weekend DJ sets
NQ64
Retro arcade packing classic action, beat ‘em up, racing games and more, with themed cocktail menu and hip hop beats
Pico’s Tacos
Homemade tortillas, tacos, frozen margaritas and the best nachos in the north
Soots
Playful, handmade vegan pasta served in a stylish setting, with small plates, desserts and a sharp little wine list.
New Wave Ramen
Intimate space with a ramen menu celebrating the new wave styles of Tokyo
Form
Form is a lifestyle store celebrating craftsmanship, timeless design and the beauty of handmade, sustainable living.
Siop Shop
Welsh-inspired café pairing house-roasted speciality coffee with some of Manchester’s finest sourdough doughnuts.