Many
of the most popular bars and traditional pubs in Manchester,
fall around the Town Hall area, slap bang in the middle
of the city centre.
Together
with exclusive shops and top restaurants, here you'll
also find some of the trendiest cocktail bars in Manchester,
together with wonderful examples of traditional Manchester
pubs and backstreet boozers.
Some
bars operate strict door policies and, with a large
number of office workers joining a more distinguished
clientele than other parts of town, it makes a pleasant
area to explore, taste real ale, try a cocktail, sip
a wine or two, or crack open the Champagne.
Being
in the central hub of town allows you to go on and explore
bars in nearly every other popular area of Manchester
city centre and you're also a short walk from the main
shopping area, the Royal Exchange Theatre, G-Mex, MICC,
Bridgewater Hall, China Town, MEN Arena, Opera House
and Palace Theatre.
Formerly Obsidian, this great basement bar below the 4 star Arora International Hotel on Princess Street serves some of the best cocktails in town. There's an incredible selection of liquor, nice wines and craft beers whilst their superb Cocktail School is ideal for parties and gifts.
very popular hidden gem of a pub, dating back to the 1880's, which was used as the regular in the Cold Feet TV series. Boasting 4 pool tables, a video jukebox, a rooftop patio and a function room, this is one of the busiest pubs in Manchester.
Fantastic cocktail bar inside the beautiful building that was once the Reform Club. An eclectic mix of antique furnishings, statues and the largest retro lampshades in Manchester, this is without question one of best bars in the city.
What is widely recognised as Manchester's best cocktail bar can be found in Spinningfields, just behind The Opera House. Cocktails are carefully crafted using a variety of molecular drinks-making techniques that are every bit as much about the presentation as their extraordinary taste.
The stunning new branch of the quality bar & brasserie chain can be found in the impressive grand building vacated by Atheneum at the top of King Street, next to the designer stores. Real ales, rare imported beers, fantastic cocktails and a great wine list make this one of the best bars in Manchester. Opened January 2011
Fantastic Thai bar, offering plush seating, fruity cocktails and wonderful table service from waitresses in traditional dress. Chilled out music adds to the relaxed ambience.
Named after the Greek word for 'a gathering of people, eating, drinking and having a good time', that's certainly what you'll find at this superb cocktail bar. often referred to as 'the bar man's bar', There's over 150 reasonably priced yet expertly crafted cocktails to choose from, al fresco seating and a 3am license.
Located underneath the Georgio Armani store in Spinningfields, just across from The Town Hall on Deansgate, this beautiful Pacific Rim themed cocktail bar opened in May 2011 to widespread acclaim. From the same team behind The Alchemist, the cocktails are every bit as impressive whilst the DJ emulator is a real talking point
Manchester's premier late night private members club, hidden away below the beautiful Barton Arcade. A magnet for celebs, models and PR bods. Fantastic cocktails, regular club nights and a decadent Inner Circle room for VIP guests.
£2.8m karaoke bar & nightclub in Chinatown boasting lavish private rooms with state of the art equipment for groups of 6 - 30 people. If you dont fancy singing, there's a large cocktail bar and dancefloor boasting some of Manchester's best bar staff.
Central American influenced classic rock bar, just off St Annes Square, which is open until 3am every night of the week. Fantastic cocktails and an eclectic soundtrack of
rock, indie, funk, soul, reggae and 80's, all played extremely loudly on the amazing sound system, are complemented by a strict ethical suppliers policy.
Exciting pop-up cocktail bar in Spinningfields, open from 19th April until September 2012 and inspired by the charm, refinement and allure of late 1950s French Riviera. The chic outdoor bar, complete with wooden deck and leather day beds, is located next to the giant cinema screen which will broadcast the Olympics and classic movies.
= real ale, 
= cocktail menu, 
= food served, 
= disco, 
= live music, 
= open after 2am
= beer garden, 
= live sports, 
= pool table, 
= stag/hen parties welcome, 
= gay bar
= karaoke , 
= quiz nights, 
= kids welcome, 
= popular with united fans, 
= popular with city fans
