Best Bars in Manchester

Whether you're hungry, or thirsty, or both, this Northern Quarter hangout should be on your radar. Not only has Foundry Project got an impressive food menu, but the drinks selection is just as lip-smacking. Pair that with live music and DJs and you're onto a winner.

The music comes at one volume at this subterranean party den, and that's loud. Dive NQ is the undoubtedly cool kid on the block mixing up American diner style vibes with some hella fun partying. Tuck into bites of the Deep Southern nature here and ply yourself with liquors of every variety at the bar, before letting lose on the dance floor. 

With a serious commitment to succulent ribs, fantastic bourbons and delectable cocktails, the Cane and Grain is the newest Southern-inspired venue to open in the city. With a team of talented bartenders and experienced restauranteurs behind this venue, guests can tuck into some fantastic lunch-time grub in the 'Ribs Joint', before grabbing a few Tiki-themed concoctions at the idyllic 'Liar's Lounge'.

Eyeing up the very top of the city's cocktail scene, Dirty Martini in Manchester opened its doors in November 2017. Using an arsenal of different ingredients, the bar staff have curated an impressive menu, featuring 14 different types of martini, alongside great tasting small plates and sharing boards. Perfect for group nights out or casual drinks, this cocktail bar promises to leave you grinning from ear to ear. 

Whether you're on a first date or chilling out with mates, this quirky games bar is the ultimate destination. There's 14 games areas, plus a whole load of food and drinks to feast on for when the games all get too much... not that they will.

This cool Northern Quarter bar is one of the area's liveliest late night haunts. Tucked away in a cool New York style basement, the bar boasts innovative cocktails, good beers, plenty of booth style seating and four full sized pool tables; as well as plenty of space to dance to great DJs at weekend. Reserve your booth, pool table or private room at Black Dog Ballroom in advance to beat the queues and guarantee yourself the best possible night. 

One of the coolest names in the Northern Quarter and a fine example of all things urban and industrial, not only do Pen & Pencil schmooze with their hip interiors, their food menu is a hidden gem, and the cocktails are more than to die for thanks to unique creations and interesting ingredients.

When it comes to some of the most amazing bars in Manchester, let's be honest, you want to hear us talking cocktails now don't you. One of the best places to find them in the city, Arcane aren't just smart, cool and creative, their New York vibes creative for the ultimate evening experience.

With striking interiors, plush seating and a cocktail list that'll make your mouth water, this is one impressive bar. Tuck into dishes inspired by countries around the world, or stick to tipples... either way, this is a winner.

Lock 91 is a late-night Manchester lounge bar with a little something extra located on Deansgate Locks. With a multitude of different rooms ranging from snug armchair havens to the Club Room, open late Fridays and Saturdays and decked out to ooze 1920s grandeur and style.

Sitting in the heart of Deansgate is Revolucion De Cuba, an amazing Latin-themed bar that is effortlessly stylish and with a vibe to match. Ceiling fans and high tables combine to create a great eating and drinking experience, coupled with live music and tasty frozen cocktails and you have one of Manchester's best bars.

The Liquor Store is a tribute to all things Manchester, adorned with pictures of it's greatest people, playing it's greatest tunes and even with a cocktail list inspired by the city itself . As well as that though, the venue offers a little city centre hideaway where you can go to party or chat depending on your mood, where it never gets so rammed you can't move but the atmosphere never seems stilted. Reserve your party area or table today.

Gorilla is easily one of Manchester's best bars. Hosting a plethora of great club nights and gigs, the venue also offers a fine selection of food and there's even a Gin Parlour styled mezzanine upstairs where you can partake from a fine selection of the good stuff. 

You may think of Rosso as more of a restaurant than a bar - and you'd be right - but did you know that Rosso also has a large bar area which is open to non-diners? Enjoying the same vibrant atmosphere and bright, airy surroundings at the restaurant, the bar is a friendly and convivial place to pull up a seat and enjoy tasting the seriously good Italian inspired cocktails on offer. 

This Manchester hot spot has it all - a stage lined up with some of the comedy circuits best talent from the UK and international shores as well as a restaurant to fill your boots with gastro-style foods and delicious drinks. Dig in to all of your favourite foods, pizza, pasta, burgers, the lot and plant your tush in view of some cracking comedy acts. 

If you are looking for a great bar in Manchester then look no further than Dusk til Pawn. A former fortune teller's den, and now converted with a cool Pawn shop aesthetic, Dusk til Pawn is a Manchester cocktail bar that will really impress with flavour, style and charm in abundance. Book your spot now!