This business, shopping and restaurant development is a hub of activity, while also being all kinds of slick. As for the watering holes? Expect much of the same, including sky-high spots and luxurious venues, alongside a smattering of budget-friendly options. Whether you prefer your booze accompanied by live entertainment or a view, these Spinningfields bars have plenty offer.
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From the pop-up tipi in winter to its sprawling sun-trap of a beer garden come the warmer months, The Oast House is a real gem of this area. Swing by for a signature hanging kebab, washed down by cask ales or a refreshing Aperol spritz.
If you're after a swish hotel bar, then Moxy Manchester is your best bet. Expect prosecco or beer pong, bottomless brunches, burgers and 24/7 pizza on offer, alongside a whole host of signature cocktails to sip, including ones themed around the city itself.
Known for its theatrical mixology menu and lively atmosphere, the Spinningfields venue for The Alchemist Manchester is a super popular hangout. Nab yourself a fizzing, popping or smoking cocktail in the oh-so-stunning space.
With a stunning terrace nestled by the gurgling River Irwell, this cosy spot is the perfect place to lull you out of that workday stress. Not only is the food and drink offering a stellar one, but it's affordable at Slug and Lettuce too. Order any grub with a cocktail tree, if you really want to go all out.
You'll find Banyan's Spinningfields branch tucked away on Hardman Street, where expert bartenders shake and stir up plenty of top-quality cocktails. Sip through these concoctions in relaxed, yet stylish, surrounds and grab an affordable bite to eat while you're at it.
NQ64 on Peter Street and in Manchester's Northern Quarter is the ultimate destination for letting your hair down and releasing your inner child. Adorned with neon graffiti and heaps of retro arcade machines, it's perfect for groups of friends, dates and birthdays. Get stuck in with House Of The Dead or Super Mario Bros, then try one of the themed cocktails, like the Kong Island Iced Tea.
This intimate lounge barfound inside Spinningfields' ABC building, reflecting Manchester's artistic nature with its quirky decor, shelves full of plants and regular live music performances. Sink into their cosy velvet sofas while sipping on classic or signature cocktails, and be sure to get stuck into their food menu too, featuring everything from mini chicken kievs to roasted cod loin and rotisserie celeriac.
Courts Club is situated at Good Yard Park, promising some of the most fun activities around. This bar and event space is complete with both a tennis and basketball court, where you can challenge your mates to a little friendly sporting action or a seriously competitive match. After you've played, be sure to head to their indoor or outdoor dining space for loaded gyros, halloumi fries or hearty sandwiches, which you can pair with a refreshing draught beer or cocktail.
Get ready for one of the slickest bars that Spinningfields has to offer, Project Halycon Distillery. Boasting parquet floors, industrial pipe ceilings and velvet seating, it offers a sultry backdrop for knocking back unique cocktails and refreshing beers.
A guide to bars in Manchester Spinningfields wouldn't be complete without Blues Kitchen. Get stuck into bourbon cocktails alongside delicious American grub from the Deep South, with a soulful live music soundtrack and incredible DJs to boot.
The best bars in Manchester? BLVD is up there from the Spinningfields lot, thanks to its entertainment value. Inspired by uber-luxe places across New York, LA and Miami, its neon signs, balloon ceilings and cocktail list all make this place a great drinking destination.
When in need of rooftop bars in Manchester, Spinningfield's 20 Stories is the name that springs to everyone's mind. Here, you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the city skyline through floor-to-ceiling windows, or on the terrace that boasts seasonally-changing decor.
After outdoor Spinningfields bars? The Lawn Club is your best bet, fronting themed bottomless brunches and a unique cocktail list across its seating in Hardman Square. Book out a private pod or settle down in the pergola, which is decked out with foliage and fairy lights. Their open-air lawn space is great for sunny sips too, particularly if you're nabbing a summer spritz from their alfresco bartenders.
A favourite of Spinningfields Manchester's cocktail bars, Revolucion De Cuba promises a fun-filled fiesta. Explore Cuban culture with tasteful touches of the tropics, as you and your besties make your way through the colourful thirst-quenchers, all accompanied by a scrumptious spread of spicy snacks.
A pretty, pink paradise, Sunset by Australasia is a top choice out of all the cocktail bars in Manchester Spinningfields, especially if you're in need of an Instagrammer's paradise. With its ample selection of hand-crafted cocktails, prosecco sorbet blends, spritzers and frozé, it's bound to hit the spot.
When it comes to grabbing a pint, there's a name that licks across everyone's lips: The Dockyard. Known for craft brews, artisan pies and industrial chic, this city centre hangout is an ideal choice for everything from after-work drinks to weekend imbibing.
Classy, cool and collected, Tattu is an elegant restaurant bar boasting whole trees for decor and modern Chinese cuisine across its menus. Stretching from its chic design to the delectable dishes, Asian-inspired cocktails and fine wine, the vibe here is nothing short of sophisticated.
