Hidden away at the end of Deansgate, just off Blackfriar's Street near the Manchester Arena, is this celebrated artisan cocktail bar which proudly pays tribute to Mancunian legends from music, sport and TV. One whole wall is dedicated to the city's most loved exports with portraits of everyone from Oasis, Ian Brown, Morrissey and Steve Coogan to Nobby Stiles, Davy Jones, The Bee Gees and Les Dawson, whilst the Manchester music soundtrack makes it popular with those 'in the know'. Open until 03:00 daily.

Newly renovated and showcasing all of its original Edwardian beauty with a modern twist, the Corn Exchange on Exchange Square, next to the Arndale shopping centre, The Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Arena, is home to an eclectic mix of bars and restaurants, offering a fusion of flavours from around the globe. With indoor and outside seating, there's more than thirteen venues to choose from serving a large selection of drinks to suit everybody’s taste, from traditional cask ales and classic G&Ts to exotic Brazilian cocktails and fruity mocktails.

A sleek, light-filled bar for cocktails with a heated outdoor terrace located just off King Street in Manchester City Centre. Inspired by the Grand Hotels of 1920s Europe and the golden age of decadence, Vesper aims to create the perfect evening - no matter what the occasion is. Ideal for an intimate table of 2 or more lavish parties accommodating up to 120 people.

• Relish the all-American experience
• The largest Hard Rock in the UK, situated in The Printworks
• An awe-inspiring collection of authentic one-of-a-kind music memorabilia on show
• Enjoy freshly prepared American classics like their world-famous Legendary® Burgers, smokehouse specialities & Mouth-watering desserts
• Quench your thirst at the bar, with authentic cocktails, a great draught selection, and incredible Happy Hour offerings

Opened in May 2016 by the management team who were responsible for making Apotheca the Pride Of Manchester Award-winning "Best Bar in Manchester", this basement cocktail den is hidden in a former bookies on a backstreet, just off Deansgate. Inventive cocktails sit alongside locally sourced craft ales and the welcoming atmosphere. Open until 04:00 at weekends.

Combining New York City dive style chic with great liquor, home-made classic American food and Rock n’ Roll from the last six decades - MOJO offers a slick, high octane environment with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Since opening in 1996 MOJO has earned its stripes as one of the country's best bars .

This intimate late night, laid back Tequila and Mezcal den can be found just across Bridge Street from Spinningfields. With boozy hard shakes, frozen Margaritas, ice cold cans of Hooch, sharing cocktails, and Manchester’s largest Mezcal & Tequila selection, it's open daily until 04:00. Oh, and then there's the pizzas and nachos, served all night long to help you soak up the booze.

NQ64, Located on Short Street, in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, is an underground drinking den where you can also expect to find the best of retro arcade games and classic consoles. Alongside the games is a drinks list with specially selected beer and themed cocktails.

• Underground drinking den and retro arcade game bar
• Many rare retro arcade games and classic consoles
• Arcade themed cocktails, craft beers and sodas
• Open until 03:00 daily
• Over 18’s only

• Glamorous cocktail bar surrounded by a top class restaurant
• Situated on the 19th floor of No.1 Spinningfields
• Expansive rooftop terrace offers an unparalleled 360-degree views of the Manchester skyline
• Contemporary cocktail list full of experimental fizzes and fixes
• Paying homage to the cultural diversity rife within Manchester
• 56 whiskies, 30 gins, 25 rums, and wide choice of tequilas, mezcals and cognacs
• Live music and tasting events
• Smart dress code

• Located in the heart of Spinningfields, next door to the Opera House
• The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie and Roof Garden occupies an impressive space surrounded by greenery
• Drink & Dine under the stars in their all-weather roof terrace
• Savour the taste of the season with monthly changing menus
• Serving modern British classics for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and everything in-between
• Smart dress code

• The Ivy Asia Spinningfields, takes you through a journey of the senses with a dining and drinking story inspired by Asian influence
• The bar & restaurant offer a luxurious and theatrical setting in both its design and décor
• A sense of opulence and vibrancy is present from the second you walk in
• Indulge in their range of Sakes or treat your tastebuds to some of their seasonally changing cocktails
• Jing speciality teas also available

This no gimmicks Northern Quarter boozer opened in May 2012 and embraces the history and tradition of the area, combining a vintage pub design with contemporary features. Independently owned by three of the leading names in Manchester's bar scene, it’s not attempting to be a theme bar and just offers a good old fashioned selection of beers, spirits and wines with TV screens showing an array of live sports over its two floors.

Opened in Spinningfields in April 2015, this incredibly stunning Oriental cocktail bar takes its influence from different styles of body art, and this is reflected in everything from the captivating Edwin Pickett designed interior to the expertly crafted cocktail menu, inspired by the designs of different body artists with their own unique styles and unusual flavour combinations. A wide variety of beers, wines and bottle serves are also available with DJs and live music Thursday to Saturday.

Open 24 hours and serving alcohol until 06:00, the Vega Lounge and the invite-only Icon VIP Bar inside Manchester's most glamorous casino is one of the city's only late night bars, offering impressive cocktails alongside premium spirits, a 24-hour food menu, experience packages and VIP booths. A piano vocalist performs every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with a DJ set at weekends keeping your party going. Membership is free, instant and easy with a valid photo i.d. although you must be over 18 years old to enter.