Unique shops in Manchester

“Absolutely blown away by the fantastic customer service by Dave Clark... went in very last minute for a suit for a friends wedding and told him the kinda thing I was after and he picked out pretty much what I had in my mind to a T, maybe even better. Helped not only find the suit itself but went around and found the perfect shoes, shirt and tie to accompany it. Again, fantastic customer service, top quality products at a very good price! 10/10 would recommend to anyone buying a suit in Manchester, this is the place to get it!”

“Buzzing, cozy, lively, good smells and good food. Could do with some sound dampeners, but that’s being persnickety”

“Really enjoyable Valentines meal here yesterday evening . Glass of champagne on the house on arrival, warm and romantic environment, tasty 3 course meal. Great mushroom starter, followed by sirloin steak and sticky toffee pudding,. Thank you Karen we had a lovely evening”

“Best barbers about. They Al get to no you and remember how you like your hair cut. Dont even need to tell them what you want. Just sit and get your hair cut. Quality”

“Very chatty and he is lovely with customers and there’s a catch up with hairstyles The only problem is he’s not open all the time.”

“Been coming here monthly for a few years now. Never had an issue with a haircut, treats his regulars well and is great value for the quality of barber he is.”

“This has been my and my lad’s regular place to come to for a haircut, friendly and good service, reasonable priced, definitely recommend l”

“I've been going here regularly for a couple of years. I always leave sharp and happy. Staff are friendly, chatty when I'm chatty, less chatty when I want a cut without conversation . I usually get cut by Craig or Jo, but since Jamie transformed my 10yo from a shaggy mop top to sharp and cool I'll definitely be utilising his skills for myself too. Slightly cramped waiting space and occasionally I'm waiting by the door or even outside, but always worth it. Reasonable prices.”

“Been going for years. Professional old school barber.”

“Best barbers in bolton by far, very clean and jupe and rosa very friendly highly recommend”

“Fantastic hair cut and beard shape from this barbers, very high quality and attention to detail. Best tidy up I’ve had for a while, reasonably priced and very nice people. Just nipped in whilst my son attended an exam in the area and I’m glad I did. Would highly recommend!”

“Customer service today was outstanding. I'm not a tradesman, I needed one small order. This is often a nuisance for staff in building trade. Not to these guys at eurocell Trafford Park. Treated me with genuine respect and real help. Thank you guys.”

“Had knowledgeable staff and all the supplies I needed for a cigar social with friends. Was able to by Asylums there”

“Had a single divan base made to measure as a standard 90x190 was just a little too big for the space I wanted to put the bed into - very helpful, great customer service Competitive price Fast service Free local delivery”

“I always make a point to stop by a Classic Football Shirts shop when in the UK. They have a wide selection of clubs and country jerseys from across decades. This shop had a discount rack where I got a Lamine Yamal Spain Adidas jersey for only £60!! Add that the holidays were coming up so I also snagged a Portugal Christiano Ronaldo sweater for only £40 made for a great day overall… and the downstairs lounge with a cafe/bar with video games and Polaroids/cards on the wall is a must see for any real fan!”

“Well designed building. Large open spaces inside of ground floor atrium with large lecture theaters. Smaller rooms around upper floors. Many with no windows may feel more constrained. Well planned external space and campus with a short walk to main campus.”

“A vibrant community of local artists working with pewter, clay, wood, metal, textiles, and more. Their studios are spread across two floors in a lovely bright historical building. There's a cafe on the ground floor, too! Whether you're looking for a gift, a new piece of jewellery, a plant pot, or simply a greeting card, you can find it here - and support local artists and crafts people!”

“Wow I have ordered a few times flowers from this shop they out do themselves each time. Thank you Stuart for the flowers they were stunning.”

“It was my first teppanyaki experience and I absolutely loved it. The food and service was great. The chefs were really entertaining and it was fascinating to see the food being prepared. I will definitely go back.”

“Lydia was was beautifully hospitable for our late lunch today!! Our food came out quickly, and we were very well taken care of. Definitely a very laid back place for good food where you’re well looked after. I had the caprese salad, and my husband had the chorizo pizza. Both highly recommended!”

“So welcoming and the clothes always fit me perfectly. Beautiful natural patterns and designs. Menswear is smaller but again great designs. Offers for money off most of the time if you sign up with them. Always have time to sit and have a free cup of tea and a biscuit!”

“Had a impromptu lunch date at this cafe and it was wonderful! the atmosphere was relaxing and very welcoming. The staff are warm and helpful ,we had to a make dietary request and they accommodated it and it wasn't any bother. cafe is beautifully decorated and very comfortable, they have different types of chairs which was a life saver for my back! Absolutely loved the food , a little expensive I would say but definitely worth it , best BBQ chicken cheese toastie I've had and the salad that accompanied it was gorgeous. Just what was need on a hot day. I would definitely recommend this place !”

“Excellent Food & Service. The food was excellent! The menu is very good and caters for everyone. Highly recommend the cheese and onion pie and the BBQ beef brisket sandwich. The staff are all very helpful and friendly. Excellent service!”

“Been taking my son here for years now the only place he will go very nice barber always happy and friendly gives a really decent hair cut to”

“Big up sunita and the guy always lovely and welcoming to the shop”

“A hidden gem. My son had his 5th birthday party there today and had a fantastic time. The staff (especially our party host and who l believe to be the manager) went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were so accommodating- nothing was too much trouble, nothing felt rushed and all the children looked like they were having a great time. Very reasonable prices too which is a bonus! will definitely be visiting there again soon.”

“What an absolute gem of a place, huge place filled with all sorts of wonderful bits and pieces. Two floors of excellent quality good sturdy furniture. If you find a piece but its not quite the right colour have a chat with them and they see what they can do to lighten/darken it to suit you. Excellent find lovely place. even lovelier people that run the place (so sorry My memory is shocking when it comes to names) nothing it to much for them. Will be back when me and the other half get our house”

“If you're thinking about getting new furniture I would definitely check out this place first. Very reasonable prices that always reflect the condition of the furniture- of which the condition is usually great. There's also a delivery service which is immensely helpful. I'm not sure if there's a charge for it although I would imagine it's nominal. The cafe upstairs is lovely too. Very reasonably priced and a great selection of drinks and food. The choices range from snacks and cakes through to meals so there's something to satisfy whatever mood you're in. All raising money for such a great place in the hospice too.”

“We stayed at Native Manchester for one night and I would definitely stay here again. For the price, it felt like excellent value compared to other options in the area, especially considering the size of the studio and the quality of reviews. Communication was seamless, I received WhatsApp updates throughout my journey, from details about the room number and PIN code to notifications that the room was ready and a reminder for check-out. The process was essentially self-service, though there is a reception available if needed. I found the whole system very streamlined and convenient. We parked at Dale Street car park, which cost around £20 for 24 hours, and from there it was just a short walk to the hotel. The building itself is really impressive, it used to be a cotton factory, and they’ve done a great job blending the original industrial character with modern design. We booked a studio apartment, which came with a bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom had towels and toiletries (shampoo and shower gel), while the kitchen had all the day-to-day essentials, plus tea, coffee, and even a small bottle of milk in the fridge. There was also an iron, ironing board, and hairdryer in the room. The bed was very comfortable, big, and overall, the space felt well thought out and homely. One small piece of feedback from my partner is that a larger mirror, or a mirror in better lighting, would have been useful for doing hair and makeup. As well, it would have been useful if there was some tissues, like kitchen roll etc. All in all, the studio had everything we needed, the atmosphere was great, and I would happily recommend Native Manchester to anyone visiting the city.”

“I spent a lovely 3 nights here whilst I was in Manchester for a school reunion. The hotel is in a good location and close to the station with direct trains to Manchester airport. The room was excellent with plenty of space and a great view. It was very clean and well serviced every day. A bonus was the fridge and selection of drinks. There was a great atmosphere in the bar and restaurant. I would like to give a big thank you to the guys in the bar, Cameron, Lennox and Eden for making the most amazing cocktails and for being very hospitable hosts. In fact all the restaurant staff were lovely and very helpful. I would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend it. My only complaint would be the cold plates for the cooked breakfast, but the great coffee and pastries did make up for it.”