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.

Northern Quarter Highlights

Check out the essential things to see and do in the Northern Quarter

Afflecks

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

Diecast

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

Gullivers

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

Renae

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

SAMPA

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

Places to eat and drink in the Northern Quarter

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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…

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…

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…

Go Falafel

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

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…

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…

Upcoming events in the Northern Quarter

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Common Ground 11 May 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

Common Ground

Common Ground is an exhibition by Manchester Met graduates Abbie Fowler, Freya Boothroyd and Joab…

Horizon of Khufu Brings Ancient Egypt to Manchester 11 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Horizon of Khufu Brings Ancient Egypt to Manchester

Horizon of Khufu: Journey to Ancient Egypt, an immersive virtual reality expedition back in time…

Manchester's Northern Quarter Walking Tour 11 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026

Manchester's Northern Quarter Walking Tour

Uncover Manchester’s most quirky Northern Quarter on this 1.5 hour small group walking tour…

Manchester's Northern Quarter: Street Art & Local Stories 11 May 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…

Northern Quarter Smartphone Quiz 11 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2027

Northern Quarter Smartphone Quiz

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

REDCHECKS + Morningstar + Lula Gold 12 May 2026 -

REDCHECKS + Morningstar + Lula Gold

REDCHECKS are a Welsh band based in Manchester, blending raw, abrasive garage rock with a fearless…

The Cabs 13 May 2026 -

The Cabs

The Cabs are a Japanese post-rock/math-rock trio recognized for their emotionally intense sound and…

Bassekou Kouyaté & Amy Sacko 14 May 2026 -

Bassekou Kouyaté & Amy Sacko

Bassekou Kouyate is a legendary musician from Mali, and the undisputed master of the ngoni, a…

Heinz 'Ranchenzos' pop-up Nell's 14 May 2026 -

Heinz 'Ranchenzos' pop-up Nell's

Heinz Ranch Sauce has officially launched in the UK this week. A garlicky, tangy and irresistibly…

Night Shift x Deya Collective 15 May 2026 -

Night Shift x Deya Collective

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

Omar's 'Brighter The Day' UK Tour 15 May 2026 -

Omar's 'Brighter The Day' UK Tour

Celebrating 40 years in music, Omar Lyefook MBE—one of the UK’s most celebrated soul…

After All Festival 2026 16 May 2026 -

After All Festival 2026

After All Festival is back, bigger & better than ever before! They have booked Band On The Wall…

La Fiesta x E&I Collective 16 May 2026 -

La Fiesta x E&I Collective

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

The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute 17 May 2026 -

The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute

You’re invited to The Jazz Room to celebrate two of the most influential musicians of all…

Tom Sharp Jazz Orchestra 17 May 2026 -

Tom Sharp Jazz Orchestra

The Tom Sharp Jazz Orchestra (TSJO) is a celebrated 20-piece big band based in Leeds, West…

Kaitlin Butts 18 May 2026 -

Kaitlin Butts

Kaitlin Butts’ fearless approach to country music is helping her reach new heights. In 2024…

Arden School of Theatre 19 May 2026 -

Arden School of Theatre

The Arden School of Theatre bring their Year 2 & 3 Vocal Studies and Performance Students to…

Dove Ellis 20 May 2026 -

Dove Ellis

Irish Singer-Songwriter Dove Ellis is playing live with an all-star ensemble. The budding songster…

GLOIN + COB 20 May 2026 -

GLOIN + COB

Sour Grapes Records presents... GLOIN Gloin are a Canadian post-punk noise rock band from Toronto…

Yellowjackets – MJF 21 May 2026 -

Yellowjackets – MJF

Well into their fifth decade, Yellowjackets show no signs of slowing down. Their latest release…

CroppaChoppa's Slumber Party 22 May 2026 -

CroppaChoppa's Slumber Party

A Night of Stand-Up Comedy and Sleepover Games - for girls, gays, theys, and emotionally intelligent…

The Ordinary Boys 22 May 2026 -

The Ordinary Boys

The Ordinary Boys are back with new offering, as well as treating you to some of the hits. Their…

Cotonete – MJF 23 May 2026 -

Cotonete – MJF

Paris-based eight-piece disco-funk band Cotonete return to the UK for the first time in two years…

Nout (MJF 2026) 23 May 2026 -

Nout (MJF 2026)

A riot of musicianship, foundation-shaking noise and fearless originality." – All About…

Somewhere Soul Club Night x MJF 23 May 2026 -

Somewhere Soul Club Night x MJF

Josh Mason-Quinn is a London-based DJ, label A&R, event programmer, and founder of new music…

Shopping in the Northern Quarter

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Aqua Tech UK

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

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…

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…

Magma Books

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

Oi Polloi

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

Pop Boutique

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

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…

Thunder Egg

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

UNITOM

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

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…

Places to stay the Northern Quarter

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