Cocktail Bar Review: GORILLA, Manchester

Gorilla, the latest venture by the formidable team behind Trof and The Deaf Institute, is undoubtedly a more grown-up affair than their other venues, striking as it does a fine balance between sophisticated and casual. Where else could you enjoy an expertly made gin martini whilst chowing down on a huge, juicy burger?

Cocktail Bar Review: Épernay Champagne Bar, Manchester

Épernay Champagne Bar describes itself as Manchester’s best kept secret and it’s easy to see why. It feels like a romantic and sophisticated oasis away from the bustle of Deansgate. Champagne, that most evocative of libations, is very much associated with ostentation and wealth and this is reflected in the art-deco inspired bar: candles burning in wax-encrusted […]

Cocktail Bar Review: Manchester 235

Always one to try out new places, I ventured along to Manchester 235, located close to Deansgate, to sample some of their cocktail delights in the setting of their Fusion Bar, with a sumptuous surrounding of velvet arm chairs scattered around a fantastic looking eight metre glass bar that catches your eye straight away. Open to the […]

Cocktail Bar Review: The Alchemist, Manchester

Exciting new cocktail bars seem to be popping up in and around Manchester all the time, however, finding a showstopper is quite rare. The Alchemist is a spellbinding haunt that captures every single element I look for in a good cocktail bar, wraps it up in a little parcel and pops a big, shiny bow on top.

Cocktail Bar Review: Room, Manchester

I have wanted to visit Room bar for quite a while now. Ever since I saw it featured in Louis Vuitton’s City guide, I knew I had to have a little look at what all the fuss was about. In between countless cups of mulled wine and the festive cheer of the Christmas markets, my […]