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Whilst Manchester Arena (formerly the MEN Arena and Phones 4U Arena), is on the edge of the city centre at Victoria Station, there are still many pubs and bars less than a 5 minute walk away.

The National Football Museum, Manchester Cathedral and Cheethams School Of Music are both next to Manchester Arena, whilst The Printworks entertainment complex is just across the road and boasts a number of places to drink which offer pre-show deals.

The newly refurbished Corn Exchange, next to the main shopping area, is just a few minutes walk away from Manchester Arena and showcases a large collection of bars and restaurants inside the stunning Edwardian building.

The traditional pubs that surround the Shambles, around Exchange Square, provide the most popular pre-concert meeting places and, as a result, get very busy, whilst The Printworks complex, with its many bars, nightclubs and restaurants seems to be the most popular destination after the gig.


 

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Key:   Gay friendly = Gay Bar   Ale = Real Ale Bar   Cocktails = Cocktail Bar   Wine = Wine Bar    Disco = Disco   Live Music = Live Music
 Live TV = Live Sports   Garden = Beer Garden/Terrace   Pool Table = Pool Table   Quiz nights = Quiz Nights   Karaoke = Karaoke   Late Opening = Open after 2am
Stag & Hen parties = Stag/Hen Parties Welcome    Children Welcome = Kids Welcome   Pets = Dogs Welcome   Popular with Manchester United fans = Man United pub   Popular with Manchester City fans = Man City pub

 
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1837 Speakeasy ~ Alston Bar & Beef
1837 Speakeasy ~ Alston Bar & Beef
RBG Bar & Grill  Cocktails  Wine  Garden
Complimentary Wine Pre-Show Offer
~ 3 mins walk to Manchester Arena ~
  • The RBG Bar & Grill provides the perfect oasis during your visit to Manchester.
  • Open-plan and vibrant setting sevring local and international dishes
  • Tranquil terrace that overlooks the Green Quarter
  • A large selection of famous brands including some of Manchester’s artisanal favourites spirits
  • The bar is a 5 minute walk to the Manchester Arena
Ale = £?+    Wine = £?+    Cocktails = £?+

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Corn Exchange Manchester Bars
Corn Exchange Manchester Bars
~ 4 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Newly renovated and showcasing all of its original Edwardian beauty with a modern twist, the Corn Exchange on Exchange Square, next to the Arndale shopping centre, The Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Arena, is home to an eclectic mix of bars and restaurants, offering a fusion of flavours from around the globe. With indoor and outside seating, there's more than thirteen venues to choose from serving a large selection of drinks to suit everybody’s taste, from traditional cask ales and classic G&Ts to exotic Brazilian cocktails and fruity mocktails.

Manchester Arena bars - Hard Rock Cafe
Manchester Arena bars - Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe   Cocktails  Wine  Garden   Live Music
~ 4 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
  • Relish the all-American experience
  • The largest Hard Rock in the UK, situated in The Printworks
  • An awe-inspiring collection of authentic one-of-a-kind music memorabilia on show
  • Enjoy freshly prepared American classics like their world-famous Legendary® Burgers, smokehouse specialities & Mouth-watering desserts
  • Quench your thirst at the bar, with authentic cocktails, a great draught selection, and incredible Happy Hour offerings

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Manchester Arena bars ~ The Liqour Store Deansgate
Bars near Manchester Arena ~ The Liqour Store Deansgate
~ 7 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Hidden away at the end of Deansgate, just off Blackfriar's Street near the Manchester Arena, is this celebrated artisan cocktail bar which proudly pays tribute to Mancunian legends from music, sport and TV. One whole wall is dedicated to the city's most loved exports with portraits of everyone from Oasis, Ian Brown, Morrissey and Steve Coogan to Nobby Stiles, Davy Jones, The Bee Gees and Les Dawson, whilst the Manchester music soundtrack makes it popular with those 'in the know'. Open until 03:00 daily.
Ale = £4+    Wine = £4.25+    Cocktails = £8+

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Manchester Arena Pubs ~ The English Lounge
Pubs near Manchester Arena ~ The English Lounge
~ 8 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Located in the Northern Quarter, opposite the Arndale Market, this popular female-friendly pub is, as the name suggests, the most 'English' of venues with leather sofas, bookshelves, prints on the walls and lots of dark wood setting the tone. Spread over two floors, with the upstairs lighter and brighter, food is served daily, with a well-priced selection of traditional British dishes to complement the cask ales and wine selection.
Ale = £?+    Wine = £?+    Cocktails = £?+

Manchester Arena bars - The Bay Horse Tavern
Manchester Arena bars - The Bay Horse Tavern
The Bay Horse Tavern   Ale  Cocktails  Wine   
~ 8 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
A modern take on a Victorian Pub, positioned on Thomas Street right in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter.  It is a laid-back spot with charm and personality to spare, a home away from home to relax in warm and comfortable surroundings with a vast range of Gins, Craft Beers and other libations.
Ale = £3.90+    Wine = £3+    Cocktails = £7+

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Northern Quarter Manchester bars - Cane & Grain
Northern Quarter Manchester bars - Cane & Grain
~ 9 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
This Northern Quarter favourite, from the same people behind Dog Bowl, and Crazy Pedro's, boasts three floors of rum, ribs, bourbon and beer, all with a very different feel. If it’s a beer that you are looking for, then grab yourself a seat in the ground floor Rib Joint & Tap Room with its iconic 80’s skate posters, wall of skate deck tiles and limited edition David Bowie skate deck (given pride of place on a wall of its own), to enjoy one of eleven on tap and countless more by bottle.
Ale = £3.90+    Wine = £3.50+    Cocktails = £7.50+

Manchester Arena bars - Cane & Grain Manchester Bars near the Arena Manchester - Cane & Grain Manchester
inside Cane & Grain
~ 9 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Hidden behind a secret door and decked out with wood panelled walls, antique glassware, and taxidermy squirrel lights, the first floor bar at Cane and Grain is more than a subtle nod to the speakeasy. Drinks are cocktail led, with an emphasis on classics, but the menu also includes award-winning creations from the bar’s skilled staff headed by the World Class UK finalist Massimo Zitti.
Ale = £?+    Wine = £3.50+    Cocktails = £9+

Manchester Arena bars - Cane & Grain Manchester Bars near the Arena Manchester - Cane & Grain Manchester
inside Cane & Grain
~ 9 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
A secret bar within a secret bar, through a hidden door in the Science & Industry sepakeasy, the top floor of Cane and Grain is inhabited by a - part rum shop, part dive bar, part tiki heaven, it’s a full on party venue that ensures the sun is always shining in Manchester, no matter what the weather is like outside.
Ale = £?+    Wine = £3.50+    Cocktails = £7+

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Manchester Arena bars ~ Arcane Manchester
Bars near Manchester Arena ~ Arcane Manchester
Arcane   Ale  Cocktails  Late Opening
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Opened in May 2016 by the management team who were responsible for making Apotheca the Pride Of Manchester Award-winning "Best Bar in Manchester", this basement cocktail den is hidden in a former bookies on a backstreet, just off Deansgate. Inventive cocktails sit alongside locally sourced craft ales and the welcoming atmosphere. Open until 04:00 at weekends.
Ale = £?+    Wine = £?+    Cocktails = £?+

Manchester Royal Exchange Bars ~ Vesper Manchester Manchester Royal Exchange Bars ~ Vesper Manchester
Vesper   Wine  Cocktails
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
A sleek, light-filled bar for cocktails with a heated outdoor terrace located just off King Street in Manchester City Centre. Inspired by the Grand Hotels of 1920s Europe and the golden age of decadence, Vesper aims to create the perfect evening - no matter what the occasion is. Ideal for an intimate table of 2 or more lavish parties accommodating up to 120 people.
Ale = £4+    Wine = £4.30+    Cocktails = £7+

Manchester Arena pubs - Tib Street Tavern
Pubs near Manchester Arena - Tib Street Tavern
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
This no gimmicks Northern Quarter boozer opened in May 2012 and embraces the history and tradition of the area, combining a vintage pub design with contemporary features. Independently owned by three of the leading names in Manchester's bar scene, it’s not attempting to be a theme bar and just offers a good old fashioned selection of beers, spirits and wines with TV screens showing an array of live sports over its two floors.
Ale = £3.40+    Wine = £?+

Manchester Arena bars - Black Dog Ballroom Northern Quarter Bars near Manchester Arena - Black Dog Ballroom Northern Quarter
Bars near Manchester Arena - Black Dog Ballroom Northern Quarter
Black Dog Ballroom ~ NQ   Cocktails  Disco   Live Music  Pool Table   Late Opening
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
  • Extremely popular New York inspired speakeasy, diner, nightclub and pool hall
  • Situated in a basement underneath the famous Affleck's Palace in the Northern Quarter
  • Five pool tables, ping pong, table football, and 200 capacity dancefloor
  • Live music and DJs spinning hip hop, disco and house
  • The food menu at Black Dog Ballroom is run by popular local brand Salt & Pepper
  • 80 capacity private ballroom complete with pool table available to hire
  • Cocktail masterclasses available
  • Open until 04:00 every day (05:00 on Saturdays)
Ale = £3.90+    Wine = £3+    Cocktails = £7+

Manchester Northern Quarter Bars - Crazy Pedros NQ
Manchester Northern Quarter Bars - Crazy Pedros NQ
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
Opened in November 2016, the second branch of the laid back, late night pizza amd Tequila den can be found hidden behind Affleck's Palace in the Northern Quarter. Serving up boozy hard shakes, frozen Margaritas, ice cold cans of Hooch, sharing cocktails, and Manchester’s largest Mezcal & Tequila selection, it's open daily until 04:00. Oh, and then there's the pizzas and nachos, served all night long to help you soak up the booze.
Ale = £5.25+    Wine = £3+    Cocktails = £8+

Manchester Northern Quarter Bars - NQ64
Manchester Northern Quarter Bars - NQ64
NQ64   Cocktails   
NQ64, Located on Short Street, in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, is an underground drinking den where you can also expect to find the best of retro arcade games and classic consoles. Alongside the games is a drinks list with specially selected beer and themed cocktails.
Ale = £?+    Wine = £?+    Cocktails = £8+

Manchester Bars - Chakalaka
Manchester Bars - Chakalaka
~ 10 minutes walk to Manchester Arena ~
  • Independent South African inspired bar and kitchen
  • An intriguing mix of South African street food, classic dishes, and sweet treats
  • IPA from Cape Brewery Co. the only South African craft beer on tap in Manchester
  • The Cocktails are spot-on too
  • Located in the heart of the Northern Quarter
Ale = £3.50+    Wine = £6+    Cocktails = £7.50+
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