The Northern Quarter

Explore Manchester's Northern Quarter, a dynamic neighbourhood known for its independent shops, creative spaces, and diverse culture. Dive into the authentic atmosphere, where street art, music, and unique cafes define the area. Plan your visit to experience the Northern Quarter's distinct character, from vintage boutiques to lively markets.

33 Oldham Street

33 Oldham Street is a cosy bar and live music venue tucked between Piccadilly and the Northern…

Afflecks

Established in 1982, Afflecks has become an icon in the heart of Manchester’s Northern…

Band on the Wall

Band on the Wall, the venue owned and operated by Inner City Music, has been at the very heart of…

Dakota Grill Manchester

Feel-good food with a fabulously fine twist. Simple, yet beautiful, dishes at Dakota Manchester…

Diecast

Diecast is a new creative neighbourhood from the team behind Ramona and The Firehouse. The 5,000…

esea contemporary

esea contemporary (formally known as Centre For Chinese Contemporary Art) is the…

Form Lifestyle Store

Everything that Form sell has been carefully chosen by them, with a focus on design, function…

Gullivers

Gullivers is a bar and live entertainment venue in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, featuring a…

Lock 84 Restaurant & Bar

Canalside Calm at the Heart of Britain’s Bustling Second City The Reach at Piccadilly stands…

Manchester LGBTQ+ Trail: The Northern Quarter

Manchester’s first LGBTQ+ bookshops were opened in this area of the city. Long before…

Northern Quarter

Sited between Piccadilly and the Ancoats, the Northern Quarter retains a unique character and charm…

Renae

A new multi-concept venue is coming to the Northern Quarter, Manchester! renae will blend a cosy…

Rose & Monkey Hotel

The Rose and Monkey Hotel is a vibrant pub, boutique hotel, beer garden, and live music haven…

SAMPA

SAMPA is an underground chef's table restaurant - up to 12 covers a night - featuring an…

Urban Exchange

Urban Exchange, Great Ancoats Street is a superbly located and convenient retail outlet in…

19 Cafe & Bar

19 Cafe Bar, located in the Northern Quarter, is the place to go for your breakfast and brunch…

63 Degrees

63 Degrees is a family owned restaurant in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter. Opened…

Allotment

Allotment Bar is nestled in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter, and offers an escape…

Asmara Bella Eritrean and Ethiopian Restaurant

Asmara Bella Bar & Restaurant is a dining restaurant located in the city centre of Manchester…

B-Lounge Piccadilly

Stylish, relaxing and a cut above the rest, the B-Lounge, 97 Piccadilly Manchester is situated…

BAB NQ

Located in the creative Northern Quarter of Manchester, they are a fiercely proud independent…

Bar Fringe

Bar Fringe is a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Northern Quarter. This quirky and…

Bar21

Bar21 is a movie theme bar with an emphasis on quality. The food is all home-made using…

Bem Brasil Northern Quarter

Bem Brazil is a vibrant Brazilian steakhouse located in the heart of Manchester. Known for its…

Black Milk

Black Milk Manchester is a counter-serve dessert cafe offering sweet treats like fresh…

Bundobust

December 2016 saw Leeds’ critically acclaimed ‘beer & Indian’ joint open its…

Cafe North

Many refer to this café as the Northern Quarter Gem for its huge variety of options and…

Chakalaka

From their South African bar and kitchen to the Northern Quarter, they serve up a true taste of the…

Common NQ

This is a place that's canny, funny and an unintimidating addition to the Northern Quarter. In…

Cottonopolis

Cottonopolis is a stylish bar and restaurant on Manchester’s Newton Street, serving…

Crazy Pedro's NQ

Crazy Pedro's is a laid back innovative pizza parlour, with Manchester’s largest…

Definitely Maybe Bar Afflecks

Definitely Maybe Bar Afflecks is an Oasis themed bar in the heart of the city! It is the ultimate…

Dusk til Pawn

Hidden behind a shop window on Stevenson Square in Manchester's Northern Quarter, Dusk til Pawn…

Earth Vegetarian Cafe

A changing daily menu offers fresh imaginative vegetarian food, mostly organic, served in a peaceful…

Evelyn's Café and Bar

Evelyn's is a casual dining room and bar with a menu inspired by world flavours…

Evuna Northern Quarter

Evuna is a fine Spanish wine house situated in the heart of Manchester. The restaurant offers the…

Ezra and Gil

Ezra – meaning ‘Helper’ & Gil – meaning ‘Happiness’ Ezra…

Federal Cafe & Bar

Independently owned café bar serving gourmet coffee, specialty teas, delicious brunch, bagels…

Feel Good Club

Feel Good Club, Manchester, open 7 days a week, providing a beautiful friendly environment for…

Fell Northern Quarter

Located on Dale Street, Fell Northern Quarter is Fell’s first city-centre venue. It serves an…

Fig and Sparrow

Fig and Sparrow’s unique proposition of coffee shop and lifestyle store has been setting the…

Glasshouse Restaurant

Very much the heart of the hotel the Glasshouse is open for breakfast, lunch and dining in the…

Go Falafel

Go Falafel incorporates a concept of quality and freshness into its menu. They deliver genuine…

Gooey Bakery + Café

Causing queues wherever they pop up, the guys at Gooey specialise in food – both sweet and…

Gran T's Coffee House

Altrincham’s much-loved Gran T's Coffee House has also opened up in Ancoats. Get…

Gulf Mcr

Gulf is a place that offers a delectable selection of freshly brewed Karak Chai, Chapati and…

Hachi

Hachi is a Chinese restaurant known for its diverse menu. Enjoy noodle soups, aromatic rice dishes…

Hare & Hounds

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Hinterland Alcohol-Free Bar & Café

Northern Quarter gets its first fully alcohol-free bar: Hinterland In short it's an alcohol-free…

Idle Hands

Idle Hands is a coffee shop that makes pies, has a kitchen throwing out great brunch food and…

Kabana

This basic eatery located in Manchester's Northern Quarter is famous for its tasty curries…

Koffee Pot

The Koffee Pot is a Mancunian institution, serving up hearty no-nonsense breakfasts and other much…

Kosmonaut

A bar in the city centre's Northern Quarter with food and drinks, excellent coffee, super fast WIFI…

Leo's Fish Bar

Leos Fish Bar is one of Manchester's favourite eateries for almost twenty years in business…

Lost in Tokyo

An 180 capacity space in the Northern Quarter, inspired by travel, whiskey…

11 Jan 2026 -

Danielle Nicole with Malina Moye

Danielle Nicole is an Internationally recognised, awarded and touring Blues Artist hailing from…

11 Jan 2026 -

Daraa Tribes + Support

Dara Tribes are a musical collective rooted in the Moroccan Sahara, originating from the town of…

11 Jan 2026 -

Exhibition Preview: 'Marcos Kueh: Smooth Sailing, 一路順風'

esea contemporary

Join esea contemporary for the preview of 'Smooth Sailing, 一路順風', the first…

11 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City

Step into Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City and experience the legendary Inca…

11 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2027

Northern Quarter Smartphone Quiz

The Northern Quarter's biggest and best smartphone quiz - running every Wednesday 7pm at…

14 Jan 2026 -

Canopy

Best described as kaleidoscopic, Canopys music invites listeners on a journey thats as much about…

14 Jan 2026 -

Sam Esse: It's Gonna Be Alright

Marking an exciting new chapter, Sam Esse takes to the stage to celebrate the release of his new…

15 Jan 2026 -

Nonunonu presents music by Charles Mingus

Join NONUNONU for an electrifying night celebrating the bold, uncompromising genius of Charles…

16 Jan 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Manchester's Northern Quarter: Street Art & Local Stories

Manchester's Northern Quarter has long been the city's hub for creativity, rebellion and…

16 Jan 2026 -

Night Shift x Voodoo playing Chaka Khan & Disco Legends

Every Friday night, Band on the Wall comes alive with Night Shift: a free late-night session…

17 Jan 2026 -

Baby Rock Sampler – secret headliner show

Missing live music ‘cos you can’t get a babysitter? Baby Rock Sampler run high quality…

17 Jan 2026 -

Ibibio Sound Machine

Fronted by Nigerian singer Eno Williams, this incredible, energetic band crosses all boundaries…

17 Jan 2026 -

La Fiesta x Afrodesia

Every Saturday, The Copper Bar heats up at La Fiesta: a vibrant, free celebration of global sounds…

18 Jan 2026 -

Afel Bocoum Trio

For over three decades, legendary musician Afel Bocoum has been a guardian of Mali's Niger River…

21 Jan 2026 -

Grumpy – Sounds of Freedom

Sounds of Freedom — the official live show celebrating the release of Grumpy’s debut EP…

21 Jan 2026 -

The Lowest Pair

Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee are two kindred spirits who first met on the banks of the Mississippi…

21 Jan 2026 -

Tortured Soul

Tortured Soul is a Brooklyn, New York-based live house music collective fronted by John-Christian…

22 Jan 2026 -

Dr Jazz and the Chesire cats + Bury Youth Big Band

A swinging night of big band bangers celebrating the launch of the Cats' album, "Swinging…

23 Jan 2026 -

Night Shift x Midnight Matters

Every Friday night, Band on the Wall comes alive with Night Shift: a free late-night session…

23 Jan 2026 -

Weetwood Mac

Leeds-based Weetwood Mac are rapidly making a name for themselves as one of the UK's most…

24 Jan 2026 -

La Fiesta x Salsa Chubasco quintet

Every Saturday in The Copper Bar is La Fiesta! A free-to-dance global music night featuring…

24 Jan 2026 -

Orianthi

From shredding solos with Michael Jackson to global hits like “According to You…

25 Jan 2026 -

Third Floor Hit Band on the Wall

Hailing from the ‘Soul-Capital’ of the North… Huddersfield: Third Floor is a…

27 Jan 2026 -

Anna von Hausswolff

Revered Swedish musician and composer Anna von Hausswolff has announced her new album ICONOCLASTS…

28 Jan 2026 -

Peep Show Quiz Hosted by Big Mad Andy

Don’t say quiz Jez, cause when you say quiz it makes me think of quiz, and I love.. quiz. Peep…

Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home

Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby and Home is the one stop shop for all types of fabrics, craft and hobbies…

American Graffiti

An amazing range of vintage, retro, fancy dress, accessories and home-ware from the 40's to 80's…

Aqua Tech UK

Aqua-Tech designer aquariums is the country's leading specialist in contemporary fish tanks which…

Beaumont Organic

49 Hilton Street is a destination retail space and creative hub housing the renowned contemporary…

Beg, Steal, Borrow

Beg, Steal, Borrow, located on the second floor of Affleck’s. The shop is made up of all the…

Best Vintage

Part of successful vintage retail chain, Best Vintage sells good quality pieces of men's and women's…

Blue Rinse

Blue Rinse is an online vintage clothing company with 2 physical stores, 1 being in Manchester…

Den Interiors

At Den we can quite simply do anything, from a single custom made piece to a complete bar design and…

Eastern Bloc Records

This hugely popular and highly influential, independent dance record store has been open since 1985…

Empire Exchange

This second-hand, collectables shop has been going strong for over 35 years, what was once in…

Fred Aldous

Fred Aldous ltd began in Manchester in 1886 with a man called Fred who had a bright idea and a…

Fred Perry

Fred Perry prides itself on being the first British heritage brand to successfully blend sportswear…

Frog

A boutique florists selling the most beautiful blooms, you can be assured of contemporary…

Junk Shop

As Industrial Hippies in a concrete jungle we have strived to apply green ethics to our retail…

Kiku Boutique

Kiku Boutique providing burlesque, lingerie, wedding & evening wear and bespoke corsets.

Magma Books

Specialising in books, magazines and procuts on design, graphics, fashion, graffiti, architecture…

Makers Market

The Makers Market is dedicated to empowering small businesses and crafting unforgettable…

Manchester Craft and Design Centre

For over 40 years, Manchester Craft & Design Centre has provided a home to some of the…

Milner and Son

Milner and Son’s shop is the place to go if you're after a staple vintage jacket for your…

Mini World Emporium

Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at Mini World Empoeium, where imagination comes to life! They…

Oi Polloi

The ultimate selection of classic, functional outerwear with innovative contemporary labels and a…

Oxfam Originals

Buying fashion has never been so rewarding. Oxfam Originals in Manchester sells the best of donated…

Piccadilly Records

Piccadilly Records opened in 1978 and prospered in the post-punk 80s, selling a mixture of rock…

Pop Boutique

Pop Boutique provides fantastic vintage products at great prices. They sell all manner of things…

Renegade Marmalade

Renegade Marmalade is a women’s clothing boutique, situated in Manchester’s Northern Quarter…

Retro Rehab

Vintage boutique on Oldham Street, with a rainbow of vintage and customised dresses, tops…

Ridelow

Ridelow hire and sell complete bikes, but also they build custom bikes for you. They have built…

RSPCA Vintage Boutique

The RSPCA Vintage Boutique is the latest arrival in the Northern Quarter second hand scene! Opened…

Suzy Loves Milo

You can find Suzy Loves Milo in two places in the city centre. The main location of the official…

The Manchester Shop

The Manchester Shop is the number one place for all things Manchester! Visit us at the…

Thunder Egg

Boutique of Japanese inspired fashion for boys and girls, also selling vinyl toys, accessories…

Thunder Egg

Thunderegg was born in Afflecks palace in 1990 and after 16 successful years opened…

UNITOM

UNITOM is a visual arts orientated bookshop and print/editions gallery offering a hand-picked…

Vintage Wardrobe

On the second floor of Affleck's Palace there you'll find, ‘Vintage…

Vinyl Exchange

Vinyl Exchange opened in Manchester in the UK in 1988 and is now the largest seller and buyer of…

We Are Cow

Cow Vintage have several stores across the UK. We Are Cow located in the Northern Quarter has a 2…

Afflecks

Established in 1982, Afflecks has become an icon in the heart of Manchester’s Northern…

Form Lifestyle Store

Everything that Form sell has been carefully chosen by them, with a focus on design, function…

Northern Quarter

Sited between Piccadilly and the Ancoats, the Northern Quarter retains a unique character and charm…

Urban Exchange

Urban Exchange, Great Ancoats Street is a superbly located and convenient retail outlet in…

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The Northern Quarter

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