Looking for the best bars in Manchester city centre? You've found them. From Deansgate to the Northern Quarter and Spinningfields to Oxford Road, Manchester city centre is overflowing with great bars - all within an easily staggerable distance of one other. With so many central Manchester bars on offer the choice can be overwhelming, so check out our pick of the best Manchester city centre bars and get the pints in now!
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Last updated on 27th September 2024
One of the best bars in Manchester city centre, Cocoa Cabana Ancoats is a plush teal and pink paradise serving bottomless brunches, afternoon teas and cocktails in gorgeous surroundings. Check out this photogenic spot for the perfect post-shopping pick-me-up.
Hidden away beneath the railway arches of Weston Street, Three Little Words is the restaurant that's located within the Spirit of Manchester distillery - the brainchild of gin-iuses at Manchester Gin. Boasting industrial-style interiors and warm glowing lights, the menu here is made up of brunch classics, mouthwatering small plates and hearty mains.
This American dive bar is bringing you their very own Alabama Slim beer, bespoke cocktails and plenty of hot dogs to chow down on too. Better yet, Salt Dog Slims has your pool needs sorted too, so grab a cue and beat all your mates at a game.
If you're looking for quirky bars in Manchester city centre? Get on down to Point Blank Shooting. The Deansgate destination not only lets you practice your aim on their simulators, but there's also a range of cocktails, steins and pizzas.
One of the most popular late night drinking and live music destinations in the city, The Blues Kitchen has to be one of the best bars in Manchester city centre. Enjoy New Orleans vibes, plenty of bourbon and a taste of America's deep south once you get a little peckish.
If you're after the best cocktail bars in Manchester city centre, then Project Halcyon Distillery is where to head. This stunner of a secret spot has a speakeasy-style look, alongside unique concoctions that have won the team awards.
Side Street Studios can be found in Spinningfields, tucked away inside the iconic ABC building. This swish spot creates a cosy, intimate atmosphere with its plush velvet sofas and pretty greenery, and you'll often find live music here as well. There's an extensive cocktail menu to work your way through, featuring all the classics as well as creative signature concoctions featuring everything from coffee bitters to ginger ale. And if you're hungry, get stuck into mac and cheese, chicken kiev sandwiches, roasted cod loin and more.
A top choice of fun bars in Manchester city centre, On The Hush is an NQ spot that combines colourful foliage with an Instagrammable phone box and walll murals to boot. As for food and drink? Expect bottomless brunches and cocktails too.
Located in Manchester city centre, The Brewers is a brilliant bar with cabaret, burlesque, drag, comedy and live music events on the regular. Thirsty? These folks offer 2 for 1 cocktails on all your faves - think margaritas and pornstar martinis.
Nestled in the heart of the city, Flight Club has finally landed in Manchester. Not only is there the iconic game to be played, but there's also sharing plates to be feasted on and tasty cocktail to be sipped.
Head to New York Street where this excellent bar and restaurant offers a stunning selection of sips, from unique kettles of sharing cocktails, to classic drinks and some theatrical additions too. On top of that you'll find a menu of delicious eats, including burgers, fajitas, brunches and desserts.
Get ready to boogie because Manny is about to get a taste of cocktail magic and disco fever this October, courtesy of Simmons Manchester. With excellent music, teapot cocktails, and unbeatable drink offers, this London favourite is bringing a laid-back and welcoming vibe to the North that's perfect for unwinding and having a blast.
Often forgotten between the ambush of dazzling Deansgate nightclubs and bars, The Liquor Store is quietly tucked away behind Deansgate's main drag. Famed for its tasty cocktails and relaxing atmosphere, this bar pay homage to its inspiration of Los Angeles. A great place to escape the Manchester madness and unwind.
Hit up All Bar One King Street for some seriously scrumptious cocktails and a lively atmosphere. Better yet, if you make it in time for its 5 O'Clocktails happy hour, you get to sip on two amazing tipples from £13. The menu is enticing, featuring the likes of a Tommy's margarita and a French martini, as well as a spiced rum punch for those who are feeling a little bit fruity.
Doghouse Manchester is a city centre bar that's got all you beer-lovers covered. Expect craft brews aplenty from the brand, alongside brunches, wings, huge burgers and even their own spirits too.
Stevenson Square has fast become a Manchester city centre hotspot with the addition of lots of new and exciting bars, and Noho is no exception. From the hypnotic neon sign hanging outside, you feel compelled to step inside and uncover what the bar has to offer. A brilliantly moody atmosphere with fantastic drinks and friendly people, it's everything you could want from a Manchester bar.
Located in Spring Gardens, this isn't just a coffee shop. This is a cool neighbourhood bar too, boasting excellent beers, wines and cocktails – including their signature and delicious Espresso Martini.
It's only open five days a week but Speak in Code is one of the coolest spots around. The jazz bar oozes 1920s vibes, with exposed brick and bare light bulbs. Chuck in a fully vegan menu, live music and a secretive entrance, and this bar makes for the perfect date night.
