Manchester · Best Bars · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Bars in Manchester

Discover the best bars in Manchester. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars in Manchester

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The Old Wellington

Step into The Old Wellington, a historic Manchester pub blending centuries-old charm with hearty ales and classic British fare in the city centre.

4 Cathedral Gates, Greater, Manchester M3 1SW
4.5 Excellent 3,152 reviews
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The Alchemist New York Street

Experience Manchester’s vibrant cocktail theatre and all-day dining at The Alchemist New York Street, where drinks dazzle and the atmosphere captivates.

1 New York St, Manchester M1 4HD
4.4 Very Good 3,297 reviews
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The Washhouse

Discover Manchester’s secret speakeasy with inventive cocktails, a quirky disco loo, and an unforgettable hidden entrance experience.

19 Shudehill, Manchester M4 2AF
4.6 Excellent 1,401 reviews
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The Britons Protection

Historic Manchester pub famed for its vast whisky selection, traditional charm, lively atmosphere, and welcoming community spirit.

50 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE
4.5 Excellent 2,231 reviews
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Atlas Bar

Manchester’s iconic gin bar with over 570 gins, award-winning service, and a heated beer garden beneath the historic Deansgate arches.

376 Deansgate, Manchester M3 4LY
4.4 Very Good 1,785 reviews
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Speak In Code

Discover Manchester’s vegan cocktail haven where creativity, sustainability, and hip-hop culture blend into an unforgettable night out.

7 Jackson's Row, Manchester M2 5ND
4.9 Excellent 600 reviews
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Be At One - Manchester

Lively cocktail bar on Deansgate with 100+ drinks, private hire rooms, and unbeatable happy hour deals in the heart of Manchester nightlife.

80 Deansgate, Manchester M3 2ER
4.4 Very Good 1,510 reviews
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The Gas Lamp

Discover Manchester’s atmospheric basement pub with a rich history, exceptional craft beers, and a cozy, characterful vibe beneath Bridge Street.

50A Bridge St, Manchester M3 3BW
4.6 Excellent 1,301 reviews
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Three Little Words

Discover Manchester’s premier gin distillery and cocktail bar beneath historic arches, blending craft spirits, seasonal cuisine, and stylish ambiance.

10-15 Watson St, Manchester M3 4LP
4.6 Excellent 334 reviews
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All Bar One Manchester

Stylish wine bar on Manchester’s King Street offering Mediterranean-inspired dishes and a lively, modern atmosphere for casual dining and drinks.

73-79 King St, Greater, Manchester M2 4NG
4.2 Very Good 1,366 reviews

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