Manchester's best cocktail bars range from the 23rd-floor views at Cloud 23 to Hula's basement tiki bar in the Northern Quarter. For a big night out, Spinningfields has Tattu, Louis and The Alchemist a few minutes apart, while The Liquor Store off Deansgate and Side Street in St John's keep going until 3am at weekends.
By the Manchester Cocktail Week team. Every bar on this page poured a signature cocktail for Manchester Cocktail Week 2026. Updated 7 November 2026.
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Cocktail bars in Spinningfields
The business district becomes Manchester's glossiest night out after dark. The Avenue and Hardman Square are lined with restaurant bars, from tequila terraces to theatrical cocktails.
A glamorous underground restaurant and bar off The Avenue, serving Australian and Pan-Asian food. It relaunched in 2025 with open-flame cooking, and the bar is a smart spot for a cocktail before dinner.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureAngelinoManchester raspberry gin, Cartron fraise de Boise, ODK watermelon, Lime juice, Apple juice, Vanilla
Alcohol-freeCrimson cooler vegan
Opening timesTemporarily closed, says Google Maps. Check with the venue.
A relaxed all-day restaurant on Hardman Square, open from breakfast to dinner, with spritzes and a short cocktail list. Good for an early drink or a long lunch.
A coffee spot on Spinningfields Square that joined Cocktail Week with an alcohol-free matcha colada. Worth knowing for a daytime stop or if you're not drinking.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMatcha Colada Mocktailmatcha, pineapple, coconut milk, coconut cream, Jamaican rum syrup (alcohol free)
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Fri 7am to 5pm, Sat and Sun 9am to 5pm
A New York-style Italian-American restaurant on Hardman Square from the team behind Tattu, with leather booths and live jazz and soul every night. Made for a date.
A Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on The Avenue with an 80-seat sun terrace, frozen margaritas and DJs at night. One of Spinningfields' best outdoor spots.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureLargaritaCasamigos blanco, Corona draught, peach syrup, Lime juice
Alcohol-freeCaptains punch vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight
A high-end Asian restaurant and bar on The Avenue, opened in 2023 in the former Armani store, with Damien Hirst sea creature sculptures. One for a special occasion.
The long stretch of Deansgate runs from the cathedral to Castlefield, with sky-high views at Beetham Tower, late-night cocktail bars and canal-side drinking at Deansgate Locks.
A cocktail bar on Deansgate with a big menu of classics and house creations, and bartenders who will make something off the list if you ask. A reliable start to a night out.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRipe and RowdyAperitif, Ron Santiago 8yr, Lime, Sugar, Strawberry, Watermelon
Alcohol-freeStill Ripe, Still Rowdy vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to 1am, Fri 3pm to 3am, Sat noon to 3am, Sun 3pm to 1am
The bar on the 23rd floor of the Hilton in Beetham Tower, with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over Manchester. Book ahead if you want a window seat at sunset.
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon noon to 10pm, Tue and Wed 3pm to 10pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri noon to 1am, Sat 11am to 1am, Sun 11am to 10pm
Argentinian steak restaurant · Deansgate and Castlefield · £££
An Argentinian steak restaurant in a 19th-century former church just off Deansgate, reopened in August 2026 after a full refurbishment. A mezzanine looks down over the dining room.
A three-storey bar in a restored 19th-century lock keeper's cottage at Deansgate Locks, with a canal-side terrace. Expect live music, quizzes and salsa nights.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureVelvet BloomJJ Whitley Gin, Creme de Violette, Lemon Juice, Egg White, Sugar syrup, Parma Violet sugar
Alcohol-freeCoconut Paradise vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu 5pm to 11pm, Fri 5pm to midnight, Sat 2pm to midnight, Sun closed
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue 4pm to 11pm, Wed noon to 11pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri noon to 2am, Sat noon to 3:45am, Sun noon to 11pm
An all-day bar and kitchen at the Qbic hotel on the corner of Deansgate and John Dalton Street, with a 70-seat terrace and a karaoke booth. Dogs are welcome.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureAperol SourAperol, lemon juice, bitter drops
Alcohol-freeSunset Orange Sour vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 11pm
The restaurant at the Treehouse Hotel on Blackfriars Street, listed in the 2026 Michelin Guide, with farm-to-table cooking from chef Mary-Ellen McTague.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSeasonal Strawberry HighballBeefeater Strawberry, house strawberry cordial, Chambéryzette strawberry aperitif Top, soda
Alcohol-freeSeasonal Cobbler 0% vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 6:30am to 10:30am and noon to 9:15pm, Thu and Fri 6:30am to 10:30am and noon to 9:45pm, Sat 7:30am to 11am and noon to 9:45pm, Sun 7:30am to 11am
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 6:30am to 10am and 11am to 11pm, Fri 6:30am to 10am and 11am to midnight, Sat 7:30am to midnight, Sun 7:30am to 11pm
Manchester's newest neighbourhood, around the old Granada studios and Goods Yard, mixes polished restaurants with an indoor golf bar and a late-night lounge.
A two-storey Greek and Mediterranean restaurant in St John's from the team behind Tattu. Ask for The Nest, the moody cave-like bar at the entrance, for a cocktail before dinner.
A day-to-night bar in the ABC Buildings on Quay Street: coffee by day, a mid-century lounge by night, with DJs playing funk, soul and disco. Open until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Cocktail bars around King Street and Albert Square
Grand old banks and clubs on King Street now hold some of the city's smartest bars, and the rooftop at No.1 St Michael's looks down over Albert Square.
A gaming bar on Brown Street from the team behind El Gato Negro, with shuffleboard and darts alongside the cocktails. Made for groups and friendly rivalry.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureEspresso Mintinivodka, Kahlua, Creme de Menthe, Demerera Syrup, Cold Brew coffee, Whipped Cream, After Eight
Alcohol-freeVirgin Espresso Mintini
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun noon to 11pm
Restaurant and rooftop bar · King Street and Albert Square · £££
A Nikkei restaurant, mixing Japanese and Peruvian cooking, on the roof of No.1 St Michael's by Albert Square. The year-round terrace has its own bar, a stage and a DJ booth.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureFlor de ManzanaEristoff Vodka, Junmai Sake, elderflower, passion fruit, mango
Alcohol-freeFlor De La Pasión vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue and Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri to Sun noon to 2am
No.1 St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row, Manchester, M2 5WD
The Mexican-inspired rooftop bar at Chotto Matte, with a collection of around 250 mezcals and tequilas and views across the city. A good pick for a drink with a view.
An Irish-style bar on Lloyd Street near Albert Square, with regular live music and big screens for sport. Its retro bar, Lucky's, can be booked for parties.
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon noon to 10pm, Tue and Wed 11am to midnight, Thu 11am to 1am, Fri and Sat 11am to 2am, Sun 11am to 1am
Social darts bar · King Street and Albert Square · ££
A social darts bar in Ship Canal House on King Street, with automatic scoring and games built for groups. Cocktails and food come to your oche.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCerulean BreezeAU Blue RasP, Apple Juice, Coconut, St. Germain, Apple Syrup, Lime Juice, Mint sprig, Dried Raspberries
Alcohol-freeCitrus Bliss vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 11am to midnight, Fri and Sat 11am to 1am, Sun 11am to 11pm
Bar and restaurant · King Street and Albert Square · £££
A grand colonial-style bar and pan-Asian restaurant in the Grade II listed former Reform Club, built in 1870 to 1871. The central bar sits under a golden palm chandelier.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePeacockRum, Blue Curacao, Pineapple, Lime, Kiwi
Alcohol-freeSpring Bloom vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue to Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight
Italian restaurant · King Street and Albert Square · ££
An Italian restaurant on Lloyd Street by Albert Square, with pizza, pasta and Italian-style aperitivo drinks. An easy choice for dinner and a cocktail.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureAperol SangriaAperol, Pecorino White Wine, L&G mix, Orange Juice, Gomme, simple syrup
Alcohol-freeOrange Spritz vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 11pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 9pm
Latin American restaurant and bar · King Street and Albert Square · £££
A Latin American restaurant in Lloyd House that turns into a late-night bar with DJs. Good for dinner that carries on into the night.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureFrozen Watermelon & Lychee MargaritaDon Julio, El Sueno Watermelon 20ml, Lime Juice, Lyche & Watermelon Shrub, Watermelon Juice
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed 6pm to 11:30pm, Thu 6pm to midnight, Fri 6pm to 4am, Sat 2pm to 4am, Sun 5pm to 4am
A hotel in the former Midland Bank headquarters on King Street, designed by Edwin Lutyens and built between 1928 and 1932. It was Hotel Gotham until April 2026.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePassion Driftgin, Aperol, passion fruit syrup, fresh lime juice, Soda water, Ice
Alcohol-freeTropical Bloom vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours
Japanese and Mexican restaurant · Peter Street and St Peter's Square · £££
A Japanese and Mexican restaurant at the Radisson Blu Edwardian, inside the historic Free Trade Hall on Peter Street. A polished choice for dinner and cocktails.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureNatsu Highballvodka infused with mango & strawberry tea, Strawberry liqueur, Sugar syrup, Lime juice, Passion Fruit Liqueur, Strawberry Bitters, Grapefruit Soda
Alcohol-freeNatsu Marine vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue to Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 4pm to 10:45pm, Sun closed
Peter Street Kitchen, Free Trade Hall, Peter St, M2 5GP
Bar and restaurant · Peter Street and St Peter's Square · ££
An all-day bar and restaurant from Drake & Morgan at One St Peter's Square, popular with the after-work crowd.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureElderflower MargaritaPatron Silver, St Germain, elderflower cordial, lime juice
Alcohol-freeElderflower Ginger Fizz vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon noon to 9pm, Tue to Thu 11am to 11pm, Fri 11am to midnight, Sat 10am to midnight, Sun 10am to 6pm
A basement tiki bar on Stevenson Square with palm leaves, fish tanks and tiki classics, including drinks made to share. One of the Northern Quarter's best-known hidden bars.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Honey MonsterRum, Zombie Mix, Fire
Alcohol-freeThe Honey Monster 0% vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri and Sat 10pm to 6am, Sun closed
A 1920s-style speakeasy on Stevenson Square, with its entrance on Little Lever Street, velvet sofas and classic cocktails. A Northern Quarter favourite for a date.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Basil InstinctRum, Pineapple Syrup, Soda Water, Basil
Alcohol-freeThe Basil Instinct 0% vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri and Sat 5pm to 4am, Sun closed
Bar and kitchen · Corn Exchange and the Arndale · ££
An all-day bar and kitchen inside the Corn Exchange, with sharing plates and a long cocktail list. Easy for groups and handy for a first drink near Victoria station.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePeach Breezevodka, peach, grapefruit, cranberry, lemon
Alcohol-freePassionate Breeze vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 10am to 11pm
Bar and restaurant · Corn Exchange and the Arndale · ££
A big, eclectic bar and restaurant inside the Corn Exchange, serving food all day with a long cocktail list. Good for groups who want to eat and drink in one place.
Bowling and games bar · Corn Exchange and the Arndale · ££
A bowling and games venue in Manchester Arndale, with lanes, games zones and a full bar. A fun one for a group before heading into the Northern Quarter.
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 11pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri noon to 12:30am, Sat 11am to 12:30am, Sun noon to 10pm
Withy Grove, New Cannon St Mall, Manchester, M4 3AQ
Hotel brasserie and bar · Piccadilly and the Village · ££
The brasserie and bar at the Heathcote Hotel on Piccadilly, in an 1899 Grade II listed building designed by Charles Heathcote. Handy before a train from Piccadilly.
A boutique hotel on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street in the Village, with a lobby bar serving cocktails and the Maya restaurant next door.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Golden PeelSpiced Rum, Banana Liqueur, Cinnamon Syrup, Caramel Syrup, Lemon Juice, Apple Juice, Banana Chip
A modern British brasserie on Chapel Street in Salford, a short walk over the river from the city centre. It serves breakfast through to dinner, with cocktails at the bar.
Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCitrus BreezeOlmeca Tequila, Licor 43, Limoncello Luxardo, Lime Juice, Apple Juice, Kiwi Syrup
Alcohol-freeCottonNOpolis vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 7am to 10:30pm
It depends on the night you want. For views, go to Cloud 23, Claude's Skyview Bar and The Ivy. For a hidden bar, try Hula, The Fitzgerald and Fenix. For a date, book Louis, Grand Pacific and Tattu. Every bar on this page made a signature cocktail for Manchester Cocktail Week 2026.
Where are the best places to drink in Manchester?
Spinningfields (Australasia, Louis and The Ivy), Deansgate and Castlefield (Cloud 23, Gaucho and Lock 91), King Street and Albert Square (Chotto Matte, Grand Pacific and MNKY HSE) are good places to start. We also have separate guides to rooftop bars, hidden bars, late-night bars and date night bars in Manchester.
Which Manchester cocktail bars have rooftop views?
Chotto Matte, Claude's Skyview Bar, Cloud 23 and The Ivy. Manchester's tallest bar is Cloud 23, and the rooftop at No.1 St Michael's gives a view over Albert Square.
Where are the best hidden bars in Manchester?
Australasia, Fenix, Hula, Studio IV at Mollie's and The Fitzgerald. The Northern Quarter does hidden bars best, with a basement tiki bar and a 1920s speakeasy on the same square.
Which cocktail bars in Manchester are open late?
Gorilla, Manahatta, MNKY HSE, Side Street and The Liquor Store are known for late nights. Opening hours change, so check with the venue before you head out late.
What's the best area for cocktails in Manchester?
The most bars on this page are in Spinningfields (13) and Deansgate and Castlefield (13). The business district becomes Manchester's glossiest night out after dark. The Avenue and Hardman Square are lined with restaurant bars, from tequila terraces to theatrical cocktails.
Where can I get a good mocktail in Manchester?
62 of the 66 bars here made a signature alcohol-free drink for Manchester Cocktail Week 2026, including Mango Mojito at Claude's Skyview Bar, Matcha Colada Mocktail at Blue Palm Coffee and Momentary Bliss at Tattu.
Which Manchester bars are good for groups?
For something to do as well as a drink, try Black Cat Club, Electric Shuffle, Flight Club, King Pins, NQ64 Northern Quarter and NQ64 Peter Street.
When is the next Manchester Cocktail Week?
The next Manchester Cocktail Week runs 25 June to 4 July 2027. Signature cocktails start from £6 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.
What a Cocktail Week night looks like
Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Manchester's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.
Cheers to thatRound up the crewMake a night of itSours made for the weekOne wristband, every barBring the groupUp on the roofShaken, strained, served
The next Manchester Cocktail Week runs 25 June to 4 July 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £6 in bars across Manchester, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.
A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £6
Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Manchester Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.
