For a place that is rocking all night long where the whiskey is flowing and the band is playing; make sure you check out our top picks of the best Irish bars in Manchester. With plenty of fun and frivolity to have in these great Manchester pubs; there's plenty to keep you entertained with a huge mix of Irish music, Irish Whiskeys and plenty of craic.
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Last updated on 1st December 2025
Make your way to Albert Square to discover Dirty O'Sullivan's, a warm Irish pub that oozes character and charm. This place is always full of energy, with a buzzing crowd and a cracking range of drinks.
They host live music every single night of the week, great for some added entertainment. And if you're hungry, they're cooking up everything from spit-roasted half chicken to bangers and mash.
An Irish pub in Manchester with oodles of personality, O'Neill's is a fantastic spot to relax with a refreshing pint to hand. And if you fancy a bit of live sport? There are seven HD TVs spread across the venue. Plus this joint has DJs on the weekends, making it ideal for a big night out with pals.
A great bar just off Oxford Road, O'Sheas helps to deliver the sights, sounds and tastes of the Emerald Isle to the great Manchester public. With a great range of whiskey from the standard to the special and rare – there's plenty of fun to be had in this great Manchester pub.
For a great place to relax after a hard day's shopping, check out Manchester's oldest Irish pub, Mulligans of Deansgate, where traditional Irish live music is played every Sunday and there's more Guinness than you could ever dream of. Sports fans rejoice too as Mulligans shows everything from Premier League football to horse racing and gaelic sports - so head down to this popular Manchester pub.
