Romantic Bars in Manchester

Got your head in the clouds when it comes to romance? No matter how high your expectations, Cloud 23 will be pretty darn close at matching them with incredible views of the city through their floor-to-ceiling windows, and a sterling cocktail list.

With impressive interiors and photogenic decor, Peter Street Kitchen is one of the most beautiful bars and restaurants in the city. Treat your date to an evening of fine Asian food and cocktails here.

A restaurant and bar renowned for mouthwatering steak and sultry decor, Alston Bar & Beef makes for a great date night in Manchester. Settle in at the bar before chowing down on hearty dishes.

What with their notoriety in the Drake & Morgan group, being a romantic bar in Manchester comes as standard to The Refinery. Found in the heart of Spinningfields, head on down for plush cocktails, luxe interiors and dinner on the terrace should the weather suit. 

Looking for something a little cooler when it comes to cocktails with your one and only? Dirty Martini are keeping it fresh with futuristic decor, twists on classic martinis and those famous neon angel wings.

A smorgasbord of gorgeous interiors, The Ivy is spread across three levels, from a roof terrace to their ground-floor classic brasserie. Start your date night in Manchester with a glass of something chilled and botanical.

Sexy and sultry, The Fitzgerald is one of the most romantic places for cocktails in Manchester thanks to its vintage innards and lustrous charm. Head on down for candlelit tables that teem with 1920s charm and retro glamour for that all important date night in the city. 

Dabble in the East this coming date night in Manchester at one of the most unique and stunning restaurants in the city. A playground of blossoms, Asian-inspired interiors and unique plates provide the setting to eye each other up over a table of top food and drink. 

Dimly lit and focussed on shaking up a quality list of dashing cocktails, Speak in Code is quite the romantic place to drink in Manchester. Heralded for their mixes and their low glow, this city centre favourite is all about intimate drinks in a charming setting. 

Another rooftop schmoozer, 20 Stories is both a bar and restaurant. If you're not after a slap-up dinner, head to the smart spot on Wednesdays when they have live music, a perfect accompaniment to one of their signature cocktails.