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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Blue Earth Sound 09 Aug 2026 -

Blue Earth Sound

Chicago-based contemporary jazz group Blue Earth Sound led by composer and bandleader James Weir…

Bodies in Water 09 Aug 2026 - 25 Aug 2026

Bodies in Water

Bodies in Water is a new exhibition by Manchester-based artistic duo greenandowen (Katheryn Owens…

Bottomless Brunch at Wilson's Manchester 09 Aug 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Bottomless Brunch at Wilson's Manchester

Looking for the perfect weekend brunch in Manchester's Northern Quarter? Wilson's Manchester…

Champion Trees 09 Aug 2026 -

Champion Trees

Champion Trees and Kaspar Hauser embark on a joint UK tour this August. For their Manchester date…

Chris Zhongtian Yuan: Two Improvisations 09 Aug 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Chris Zhongtian Yuan: Two Improvisations

esea contemporary is pleased to present 'Two Improvisations,' the first UK institutional…

Common Ground 09 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

Common Ground

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

Friday Live Music & DJ at Wilson's Manchester 09 Aug 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Friday Live Music & DJ at Wilson's Manchester

Kick off the weekend with live music followed by DJs every Friday evening at Wilson's…

Live Music in the Northern Quarter 09 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Live Music in the Northern Quarter

Spend your Thursday evening enjoying live music at Wilson's Manchester, right in the heart of…

Manchester's Northern Quarter Walking Tour 09 Aug 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 09 Aug 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 09 Aug 2026 - 30 Jun 2027

Northern Quarter Smartphone Quiz

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

Open Mic Night at Wilson's Manchester 09 Aug 2026 - 29 Dec 2026

Open Mic Night at Wilson's Manchester

Looking for a midweek evening of live entertainment in Manchester's Northern Quarter? Every…

Pieminister's Bottomless Brunch 09 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Pieminister's Bottomless Brunch

Bottomless Brunch in Manchester takes place every Saturday — for just £30. Every…

Pieminister's Bottomless Brunch (Deansgate) 09 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Pieminister's Bottomless Brunch (Deansgate)

Bottomless Brunch in Manchester takes place every Saturday — for just £30. Every…

Saturday DJ Nights at Wilson's Manchester 09 Aug 2026 - 26 Dec 2026

Saturday DJ Nights at Wilson's Manchester

Saturday nights at Wilson's Manchester are all about great music, good company and a lively…

Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience 09 Aug 2026 - 30 Sep 2026

Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience

Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience  is a fully interactive, 3D virtual reality…

The Locationist: Manchester Film & TV Locations Tour 09 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

The Locationist: Manchester Film & TV Locations Tour

The Locationist: Manchester Film & TV Locations Tour Step into the world of film and television…

Le Vent du Nord 11 Aug 2026 -

Le Vent du Nord

Combining a great stage presence with an energetic, dynamic flair, Le Vent du Nord are one of the…

Venture Entertainment Presents B-Side 12 Aug 2026 -

Venture Entertainment Presents B-Side

“B-side are a young indie-rock band homegrown in the city of Manchester. Starting out…

tinyumbrellas 14 Aug 2026 -

tinyumbrellas

tinyumbrellas, aka DT, has been developing their unique brand of folky daydream indie pop for a few…

Kids' Scrappy Dolls Workshop at Manchester Craft and Design Centre 15 Aug 2026 -

Kids' Scrappy Dolls Workshop at Manchester Craft and Design Centre

A hands-on workshop for children to make their own, personalised scrappy doll character whilst…

Young Musician's Summer School 17 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

Young Musician's Summer School

This summer, Band on the Wall is inviting young people aged 12–18 to explore the world of…

Butcher Brown 19 Aug 2026 -

Butcher Brown

Butcher Bown are Marcus Tenney, Morgan Burrs, Corey Fonville, Andrew Randazzo, and DJ Harrison.

Butcher Brown 19 Aug 2026 -

Butcher Brown

Virginia — often called the Old Dominion and one of the original 13 states — is steeped…

Malcolm Strachan Presents Look On The Brightside 19 Aug 2026 -

Malcolm Strachan Presents Look On The Brightside

Malcolm Strachan is a Scottish trumpeter, composer and bandleader whose music moves between…

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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