Date night bars in Manchester

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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 signatureAngelino Manchester raspberry gin, Cartron fraise de Boise, ODK watermelon, Lime juice, Apple juice, Vanilla

Alcohol-freeCrimson cooler vegan

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1 The Avenue, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3AP

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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 Manzana Eristoff 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

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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.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureTommy's Margarita Patron Silver, Lime Juice, Agave Syrup, lime

Alcohol-freeTommy's Margarita Mocktail vegan

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

303 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LQ

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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.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureAphrodite's Veil Feta Fat washed Meili Vodka, Watermelon, Vermouth

Alcohol-freeBeneath the Veil

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 12:30am, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight

Goods Yard St, Manchester, M3 3BG

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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.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePomegranate Spritz Axia Mastic Spirit, Renais gin, Dolce Vita Aperitivo, Pomegranate cordial, simple syrup, Citrus Blend, Cranberry & Ginger tonic

Alcohol-freePomegranate Smash vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Sat noon to 11pm, Sun noon to 10:30pm

2A St Mary's St, Manchester, M3 2LB

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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 signaturePeacock Rum, 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

50 Spring Gardens, Manchester, M2 1EN

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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 Sangria Aperol, 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

4 Lloyd St, Manchester, M2 5AB

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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 Peel Spiced Rum, Banana Liqueur, Cinnamon Syrup, Caramel Syrup, Lemon Juice, Apple Juice, Banana Chip

Alcohol-freeThe Fruity One vegan

40 Chorlton St, Manchester, M1 3HW

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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.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureApricot Royale Meili vodka, Briottet Apricot, Framboise, Lemon

Alcohol-freeOrchard Sour vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 6pm to midnight, Fri 5pm to 2am, Sat 12:30pm to 2am, Sun 1pm to midnight

3 Hardman Sq, Hardman St, Manchester, M3 3EB

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Gordon Ramsay's Pan-Asian restaurant and bar at 100 King Street, in the former Midland Bank building. Dark, glamorous and good for a late dinner.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureShiasu Nami Shiso infused Ki No Bi Gin, Crème de Mure, Cocchi Vermouth, Sencha Tea Soda

Alcohol-freeShiso Fresh vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue and Wed noon to 11pm, Thu to Sat noon to midnight, Sun closed

100 King St, Manchester, M2 4WU

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The bar at Malmaison's Deansgate hotel, on Princess Street near Albert Square. A calmer spot for a cocktail away from the busier bars.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureYuzu and Raspberry Collins Roku Japanese gin, Akashi Tai yuzushu, raspberry puree, lemon, Sugar, soda water

Alcohol-freeYuzu and Raspberry Collins 0% vegan

23 Princess St, Manchester, M2 4ER

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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 Margarita Don 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

Lloyd House, 20 Lloyd St, Manchester, M2 5WA

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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 Highball vodka 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

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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 Highball Beefeater 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

Blackfriars St, Manchester, M3 2EQ

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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.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCoral Margarita Casamigos Blanco, Yuzushu, Lime Juice, watermelon, Mandarine Liqueur, Wasabi Tincture, Agave syrup

Alcohol-freeB-Light vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight

1 The Avenue, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3AP

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A Danish-Japanese restaurant on The Avenue, serving sushi and grilled yakitori sticks with cocktails to match.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureYuzu Seltzer Suntory Haku Vodka, Kirishima Sweet Potato Shochu, Passoa Liqueur, Yuzu Juice, Botanical Cordial, Cranberry Juice

Alcohol-freeMori Mojito vegan

14-15 The Avenue, Hardman St, Manchester, M3 3HF

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The lower-ground bar at Mollie's hotel in the old Granada TV studios, with plush booths and retro lighting. A tucked-away spot for a proper cocktail.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureFreefall Koko Kanu Rum, Caribbean Pineapple Liqueur, Raspberry Coulis, Lime Juice, Lemon Juice, Coconut Syrup, clarified full fat milk

Alcohol-freeKi' & T vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to midnight, Fri noon to 1am, Sat noon to 2am, Sun noon to 11pm

Quay Street, Manchester, M60 9EA

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A modern Chinese restaurant and bar on Hardman Square, known for the full-size blossom trees inside. A favourite for celebrations.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureEastern Breeze Meili Vodka, Ginger, Benedictine, Lychee, Jasmine, Hibiscus, Akashi Tai Sparkling Sake

Alcohol-freeMomentary Bliss vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day noon to midnight

3 Hardman Sq, Gartside St, Manchester, M3 3EB

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A theatrical cocktail bar on Hardman Street where drinks smoke, fizz and change colour. A crowd-pleaser for groups and first dates.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureIrish Exit Jameson's Whiskey, Mozart Chocolate, Licor 43, Monin Salted Caramel, Nitro Cold Brew, Bailey's Foam

Alcohol-freeBubbly Gum vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri noon to 2am, Sat 10am to 2am, Sun 10am to 11pm

3 Hardman St, Manchester, M3 3HF

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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 Instinct Rum, 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

11 Stevenson Sq, Manchester, M1 1DB

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The Ivy Spinningfields in The Pavilion on Byrom Street, a large all-day restaurant and bar spread over several floors, including a roof terrace.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureManchester Club Manchester Gin Blackberry Infused, Briottet Mure Liqueur, The Ivy Dry Vermouth, Fresh Lemon Juice, Sugar syrup, Foamer

Alcohol-freeManchester Club Mocktail vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 8:30am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 8:30am to 12:30am, Sun 8:30am to 11pm

The Pavilion, Byrom St, Manchester, M3 3HG

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The grand Edwardian hotel on Peter Street, opened in 1903, with the Lounge and Champagne Bar and the Mount Street Bar for cocktails.

Manchester Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMidland Noir Sipsmith Sloe Gin, Calvados, Manzana Verde, apple cordial

Alcohol-freeGarden Zero vegan

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours

16 Peter St, Manchester, M60 2DS

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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 Drift gin, 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

100 King St, Manchester, M2 4WU

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