Situated in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, Bluu has established itself as one of the most loved bars within this understated and relaxed drinking and eating circuit. Inside you’re hit by a mix of retro furniture alongside contemporary design features that also grab the eye. Not your average cocktail bar by any means, the downstairs 60 capacity Smithfield Social is perfect for private hire as well as a more intimate affair if the hustle of the upstairs bar is too much for you.
Bluu combines the best premium quality wines, spirits, beers and hand-crafted cocktails with exceptional modern British cuisine, served throughout the day providing an excellent place to enjoy a simple drink and a meal in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter.
Bluu's vibrant, buzzing atmosphere makes it the perfect place to socialise with friends or colleagues, whatever the time of day. So if you’re looking for somewhere that ticks all the boxes for an evening out, then get yourself down to Bluu.
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 | 0:00 | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 | 0:00 | |
| Wednesday | 11:00 | 0:00 | |
| Thursday | 11:00 | 2:00 | |
| Friday | 11:00 | 2:00 | |
| Saturday | 11:00 | 2:00 | |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 0:00 |
Address
Bluu, Smithfield Market Buildings,, Thomas Street, M4 1BD
Area
Northern Quarter
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield Social Basement Bar | Basement Space | 45 | 70 | - | £750-£1000 | £1000-£1500 | |
* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
Bluu/Smithfield Social - Bar and Restaurant Review
As a die-hard Northern Quarter frequenter, Bluu is no stranger to me. Often the go-to bar for a pre-Blackdog Ballroom boogie, I was intrigued to see what my regular haunt would present to me with my weekday, sober eyes in place. And especially after a brand new re-vamp at that. The Venue Bluuis…
