Bars with atmosphere in Manchester

“Great pub. Attractive and traditional, retaining its original character. Well over 100 years old, built to serve the local Smithfield Market in particular. Good beers at sensible prices. Very friendly atmosphere. Seating outside which was very welcome on a hot day.”

“Had our Christmas do here on Friday. Staff were SO lovely and efficient, food was phenomenal. The vegan mushroom pie was excellent, plenty of extra gravy provided. Really nice night thank you.”

“Had an amazing time here the other week, the DJ was absolutely amazing had the whole room bouncing! Guys on the door were boss and got in quick and easy, no fuss. Bar staff inside so kind and even helped me find my phone when I lost it! Would absolutely recommend anyone a night out here!”

“Monday evenings are very busy, motorbike meet night. Despite the large queue, managed to get served fairly quickly and food brought to table too.”

“My partner and I had a great time at the Station Bar watching 6nations game on Sunday. All the ladies working were welcoming and friendly. It was moderately busy and the vibe was relaxed. There seemed to be a good number of regulars enjoying either the rugby, the footie or a good chat. Most importantly, Guinness was spot on!”

“Nice friendly atmosphere, with fantastic food and a great price, brilliant views looking out over the hills. . Only down side I suppose is the outside of the building looking a little tatty and doesn't do it justice for what it's like inside. Would defiantly recommend and I will be returning to try out more of the menu.”

“Moved to Bolton a year ago and I can honestly say it’s the best takeaway in Bolton! Food is always fresh & tasty! Amazing customer service!”

“Lovely food . Nice little cosy cafe x”

“Very welcoming staff couldn't do more for us and fabulous breakfast”

“Our first visit to this gem of a bar and bistro. A special thank you to Lily and John for the absolutely wonderful tapas especially the Salmon/fresh ginger/fishcakes and chicken wings, well everything actually. Delicious cocktails too. We will definitely be back, soon. Thank you.”

“Wow! This place reminds me of walking in to the likes of Pacha in Spain for the first time, the music pumping and the smoke acting as a barrier between the real world and club land. Tech house was the flavour of the night, and my god it tasted good! What an epic deviation of the norm, I could've literally thrown shapes all night in here! Could this place be the venue that puts Preston back on the clubland map? I think so!!!”

“Excellent takeaway and dine in. Highly recommend the tandoori rolls, which naans filled with your choice with a salad and sauce- sounds basic but the quality makes all the difference. Not to mention, the family running it are all lovely and friendly.”

“Just What i Needed #metime #motherhood #goodfood #refuel #myhappiness the staff were absolutely amazing warming, helpful and my whole experience.And taste buds were absolutely banging more than happy with my experience and definitely would be going back there again”

“The food here is very nice and tasty. The portion is everything, I really enjoyed myself. This is the best authentic Nigerian food I've tasted since my 3 years in this country. Normally, I prefer to cook my own food because the few I've tried don't really worth it, so I give up. Yesterday I had a lazy day and just couldn't cook so I decided to check out this restaurant and see. I wasn't disappointed at all, I enjoyed the food. Had to ask to see who made the food because the taste was everything, the amala was soft, the protein was well seasoned and tender. The gbegiri, ewedu and omi obe was superb. I'm so happy, would visit more so i highly recommend.”

“We came for the Sunday Lunch offer, it was absolutely delicious!! My new favourite local roast, I will definitely be returning.”

“Hands down the best Caribbean restaurant in Manchester, maybe even the best restaurant alone, The food is definitely the type of food you can keep coming back to and not just a one off. We literally crave it and it’s easily a once a week visit. They also offer delivery & it’s easily beeen The best food I’ve ordered For delivery, it comes piping hot and we’re all the way in Salford. Hands down the nicest Caribbean in town.”

“Fantastic venue, food and drink. The waitress Emily was AMAZING, so welcoming and friendly and made us feel really at home! Will definitely be back!”

“Dean was amazing explained the menu. My daughter loved the fruit pancakes. Will be back.”

“We had a wonderful meal here the other night. The atmosphere for a Thursday night was great. Good to see it busy again after covid. The restaurant was warm which quite a few places I’ve been recently hasn’t been! Food was delicious. We all had starters, I had the Arancini was good. Everyone else ate all of there’s and good comments all round. Pizzas were wonderful as ever. The margarita cocktails were one of the best I’ve had. The service was good just a little slow. Thank you Mozzerellas team. As someone who’s been dining with you for 10 years it’s great to see you keep the standard high!”

“Excellent food, vibe and beer. Plus good music, one of the best bars in Chorlton”

“Called in for a muffin and a coffee, Blueberry muffin was lovely. Very clean inside. Little overpriced and staff could have been a bit more enthusiastic.”

“Usually call in after work on Fridays as part of a walk around the pubs in Ashton, i like this pub good friendly atmosphere the landlandy is always polite snd welcoming never seen any trouble and never had a problem. I would recomend it .”

“This place seems to have a bit of a rep locally but from the 5 or 6 times I have been in here after a night at the market I have really enjoyed it great atmosphere and the staff are really lovely and have never seen any trouble”

“I don't live in the UK for ten years but here on the news pubs closing in the UK but was in Manchester found this great boozer from friendly staff to great food excellent selection of ciders but best of all the bloody Mary superb so give it a try next time in the UK I'll pop in”

“this pub is clearly popular , lovely rustic looking pub with plenty of space inside and out. brewery run by JW LEE - plenty of draft Ale and lagers and then your mainstream such as Strongbow and Guiness. food being served but cannot comment as drinking only.”

“Midday stop. Guinness was super creamy and delicious. We had the platter. Was freshly made and filled a hole.”

“This place is a hidden gem! Don’t be fooled by some of the old fashioned decor, spend a night here and you realise it only add to the charm. What do you really need from a hotel, tidy, clean, great service, top breakfast, brilliant location. It may be a 3* in build but you are treated to a 5* stay!”

“Great bar in the heart of the city. Food chooses really great, had the grill of the day - creamy chickpeas with chicken. Mushroom filled scotch egg also great. Espresso martini good. Service great and prices fair. Would visit again.”

“Had a table reserved for us, free shots and a few cocktails, great evening. Staff very friendly. The place was clean and inviting and toilets were spotless.”

“Went for Bottomless Brunch at 2pm on a Friday and the food and service by Georgia was excellent! Friendly and attentive and very happy to serve our table. Gave atmosphere 4 as it was quiet when we went and I must admit I did think it would be busy so can’t really say there was a ‘atmosphere’ but overall it being quiet didn’t spoil our time there.”