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A sure-fire bet in the Northern Quarter for consistently friendly staff serving quality drinks in a down-to-earth and lively environment. There's an ever-changing mix of artwork on the walls, DJs spin records on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and the own-made food is served daily until 10pm.
Area Northern Quarter
Transport Metrolink Shudehill, or City Centre buses, or Victoria rail
Telephone 161 832 9245
Open 11am-midnight Mon-Wed; 11am-2am Thur-Sat; noon-midnight Sun
The best bar in Manchester. Nothing more, nothing less. Great music policy, with Manchester's best DJs regularly dropping in. Splendid choice of beverages. Perhaps a little rough around the edges for some - this is a good thing, and contributes to its cool, laid back, friendly atmosphere.
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