Where to Drink In Manchester

Found just off Deansgate and open 'til late, The Liquor Store has some of the greatest party spirit in Manchester. Rock 'n' roll music and American dive bar vibes feature throughout, while the friendly bar staff are quick to recommend cocktails based on your preferences.

From the unique selection of creative, handcrafted cocktails to the international wine list and delish draught beers, this Spinningfield spot is making sure you're well-watered. Project Halycon Distillery also boasts slinky, intimate decor that's sure to set you up for a lovely night of imbibing.

With one of the best bars in Manchester city centre, Moxy is a cool hotel that's the ideal choice for drinks. This trendy spot is dog-friendly too, so you'll be able to snuggle your pooch while sipping through Disco Diva cocktails and wine.

Right on Deansgate is The Sawyer Arms, a charming pub that has your chilled out after-work drink covered. Alongside the fab selection of draught beers, including 3 guest ales which change regularly, there's also 2 for 1 cocktails on Thursdays. 

While known for those iconic angel wings you just can't help but nab a pic in front of, Dirty Martini is also a famous for having endless flavours of its namesake cocktail. But that's not all, as there's a range of other signatures and classics to get your lips around too.

Searching for a post-shopping sip? Found in the Trafford Centre, All Bar One will have you quenching your thirst in no time. Plus, every Friday after 5pm, it's only £25 for a bottle of prosecco for you and your pals. 

Birthday drinks in Manchester? If you want a venue taking you from day to night, then BLVD is the choice. Fill up on international small plates, head to the cocktail lounge and catch DJs or other live entertainment later into the evening.

When where to drink outdoors in Manchester is on your mind, The Lawn Club comes in hot with plenty of options. There's an enclosed pergola decked out with ivy and fairy lights, alongside bookable private pods and a pop-up tipi come winter.

You can't go wrong with tequila and tacos, which is the mantra El Diablo is adopting down at Deansgate Locks. You can find cocktails, beer and other spirits too, while the venue will turn into a hip hop, RnB and house music club once night falls.

LGBTQ+ bars are topped off by Via Manchester, where you catch everything from late-night DJs to drag shows and more while enjoying your drinks. There's wine, beer, 2 for £5 bombs and all kinds of spirits to boot.

The Alchemist Manchester can be found in three different locations: Spinningfields, MediaCity and New York Street. Their famous theatrical cocktails make them a top choice for drinks, whether you fancy frothing numbers, smoking concoctions or edible bubbles.

Head downstairs at Foundry Project and you'll find a cocktail den waiting for you, clad in dark leather and comfy booths. Our recommendation? They See Me Aperol-ing, which sees the liquor shaken up with Patron Silver tequila, vanilla, lime and pineapple.

Out of all the bars in Manchester city centre, Salt Dog Slims is a firm fav. From beer vending machines to cool cocktails and cheap hotdogs to line your stomach, it's a great place to drink. Plus, you can have a go at pool while you're slurping. 

Lime Restaurant and Bar is the all-day drinking and dining destination in Salford Quays, where a large selection of beers, craft ales and wine meet live sports screening. You'll even find TVs dotted across the terrace, so you won't miss a moment.

After 2 for 1 cocktails in Manchester? You can find the home of affordable concoctions, Slug and Lettuce, at Spinningfields, Deansgate, Albert Square, Piccadilly and Didsbury locations across our city. Nab the offer all day and across most of the year.

Craft beer more your thing? Doghouse Manchester is the hotel of BrewDog, the Scottish purveyors of this hoppy delight. Expect to find all their drinks on tap or in cans, alongside guest ales and more (including a rooftop space).

Canalside drinking doesn't get much better than the swish Dukes 92, where chilled out sunshine-laden drinks on the terrace can quickly descend into a buzzing atmosphere come night-time. Also, there's plenty of delish grub to line your stomach.

The cocktails at this glamorous restaurant and bar focus on botanical blends, with signature concoctions made using gin and herbal liqueurs. Have a sip and soak up the stunning interiors at this St Peter Square hideaway.

Having been named after a 1920 Prohibition era speakeasy, Blind Pig Eccles boasts the vintage-style interiors to match its quirky name. Found on Monton Village high street, this charming local has everything from bottomless brunch to drinks bookings available.

Affectionately known as The Welly, this boozer is nestled right in-between Printworks and Manchester Cathedral. As a proper traditional pub, it's serving all the usual suspects - think cask ales, wine and whiskey aplenty.

If you're thinking of where to drink at cocktail bars in Manchester, then Sunset by Australia is a great shout. The sister of the swanky restaurant, this pink parlour is not only a looker, but has the tasty tipples to match, washing down bento boxes and more.

Be At One is a down-to-earth joint for drinks, where neon and urban party vibes are packed throughout the space. There's a roster of concoctions that swill down the hatch easily and it's open 'til late too.

Feeling like you need your thirst quenched? Then let Banyan step up to the plate. Not only boasting some of the most unique cocktails across the city, the venue is a prime place to drink in Manchester thanks to the wine selection, minimalist interiors and globally enticing menu. 

Adding to Manchester's already wild nightlife scene, the team at Dive bar & Grill have worked hard to offer evenings of frivolous dancing and delectable drinks. Serving giant dishes of food and alcohol-infused milkshakes during the day, the DJs then take full advantage of the late license and play all your favourite tracks long into the early hours.

With a changing rota of specials, there's always something new on the cocktail menu at Dusk til Pawn to challenge your tastes. Hidden behind the facade of an old pawn shop, this quirky spot has a Prohibition-style feel, vintage knick-knacks and a jukebox soundtrack to accompany your drinks.

As one of the best places to drink in Manchester, The Liars Club offer a staggering choice of exotic tiki cocktails. Once you're done with their tasty muddles, there's a staggering 100 different rums to gulp your way through while bashment, reggae and more is spun by DJs.

Perhaps the city's best wine bar, Salut has over 300 bottles of the stuff waiting to be supped at your table or during a tasting. Plus, 40 of those are available to drink by the glass, thanks to their high-tech wine preservation machines. Fancy.

Wondering where to drink at rooftop bars in Manchester? 20 Stories is just the place. There's a seasonally-rotating signature cocktail list, stunning views across the city and even installations on their terrace, from winter pergolas to summertime seating.

Head over to The Wharf for a relaxing tipple by the canal, getting ready to soak up the Manchester sunshine while watching the world go by. Choose from their extensive cask ale selection, vast spirits or delicious wine list for a cool drink with friends or a lazy weekend to remember.