What a year it’s been for hospitality. The pandemic has not been kind to Manchester’s restaurant and bar industry, and yet, a number of operators have not just survived but thrived this year – bringing some fantastic new additions to the city’s dining scene.
Some places on this list were conceived through lockdown; others were in the back of people’s minds for years but it wasn’t until they were put onto furlough that they finally had the opportunity (and time) to make them a reality.
The great thing about this year, however, is that the domination of the takeaway format has given opportunities to some brilliant new openings that would never have got the chance to launch if they were opening in ‘normal’ conditions.
We’re so proud of how Manchester’s restaurant scene has flourished in the most difficult of times. Keep reading to discover our picks of the best new openings to land in Manchester this year.
Lazy Tony’s Lasagneria
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Five-layer lasagnas from one of the city’s best-known bartenders? It was always going to be a winner.
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Danny ‘Keko’ Smith launched his Lazy Tony’s concept mid lockdown promising numerous flavours of lasagne plus Italian-inspired sides and sweets – all painstakingly made from scratch.
This year saw him open not one but two sit-down spots as well as keeping collections running from his Radium street dark kitchen. Now he’s on the hunt for a new space.
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Kong’s Chicken Shop
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Former CBRB bar manager Tom Potts introduced Manchester to his hench chicken sandwiches via pop-up Kong’s Chicken Shop this year – and we haven’t looked back since trying his extra game-changing layer of fried chicken skin, or chicken ‘crackling’.
Kong’s has also now launched a side project, Meat and Three, which is proving just as popular with Manchester foodies.
Launched first as a pop-up at neighbouring haunt Pollen before moving into its own unit on the Ancoats Marina, Flawd comes from the team behind Higher Ground and uses organic, local produce – some of which they’ve even grown themselves at their market garden in Cheshire.
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Think inventive small plates, created by Joseph Otway, and a staggeringly good selection of craft beers and natural wines.
BadaBing
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The home of the two-fisted hoagie, BadaBagin first made headlines with its soprano-inspired sandwiches during lockdown – but has stayed the course thanks to an ability to actually deliver the goods.
One of Manchester’s biggest lockdown success stories, they began slinging sandwiches out of a hatch on Back Piccadilly but can now be found at Ancoats General Store.
10 Tib Lane
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Bock Biere Cafe was one of the earliest hospitality casualties to suffer at the start of the pandemic, so when the news finally broke that the former fondue favourite was being replaced with a new concept from the teams behind CBRB and Henry C it was very well received indeed.
Now known as 10 Tib Lane, the three-story townhouse has had quite a transformation – migrating from Belgium to France as it takes on a whole new team and cultural identity.
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Gone are the fondue platters and frothy beers, in their place a new menu of small plates designed by Volta’s Alex Shaw and some serious-sounding cocktails. Think milk-washed ‘whiskey and soda’ made with two types of Chivas, burnt caramel vanilla and citric acid.
Mixing classic pub grub with some fancier fare too, this old Salford boozer has been magnificently brought back to life. From its stunning outdoor terrace to cosy interiors, it’s not cheap – but you get what you pay for.
Schofield’s Bar and Atomeca
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Bury’s infamous Schofield brothers opened not one but two great bars in Manchester this year. First came Schofield’s Bar, opening inside landmark Mancunian boozer The Old Grapes, followed later by Atomeca on Deansgate Square.
Both new openings bring the brothers’ extensive experience of global hospitality to Manchester with some inventive but serious serves that are a far cry from the ‘party drinks’ seen in some quarters nowadays.
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Ramona and The Firehouse
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This year, Ramona has to be one of the biggest openings to land in the city. In transforming a disused garage in Ancoats into a super cool Detroit-style pizza spot, the team behind Trof, Gorilla and Albert Hall have really out done themselves we think it’s fair to say.
Not content with that, though, they also opened The Firehouse – bringing a whole new offering to the space and somehow making a desolate patch on Swan street one of the coolest new destinations of 2021.
Vegan Shack
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Coming from humble beginnings cooking in a flat kitchen in 2019, to opening a new plant-based kitchen on Piccadilly Gardens, Vegan Shack has to be one of 2021’s biggest indie success stories.
Dimeji and Saffron have come a long way from spending their last £30 on food for their dark kitchen concept, now their loaded fries, kebab creations, wraps, shakes and more can be found right in the centre of town.
Potion
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The owner of Affleck’s zero waste store, Earth Friendly Rocker, opened a new zero-waste cafe at the top of the NQ market hall this summer serving a menu focused on northern classics.
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Aiming to be as sustainable as the shop that proceeds it, Potion uses locally-sourced ingredients to minimise its carbon footprint and has plenty of vegan dishes on the menu.
One Star Doner Bar
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Michelin starred Brummy chef Brad Carter, behind restaurant Carters of Moseley, launched his kebab shop in lockdown – taking meat from his existing suppliers and repurposing them into fancy doners.
It’s since also landed in Manchester, at Escape to Freight Island – bringing some top-shelf doner tackle to the city.
Herbivorous
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Having started life in a remodeled horsebox and remained mobile for years, vegan street food favourite Herbivorous finally launched its first bricks and mortar site in Withington in 2021.
Serving up wings, burgers, loaded fries and more, its owners even went one step further – sourcing an entirely vegan list of spirits, wines and beers from local suppliers to boot.
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Bread Flower
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Combining homemade sourdough bagels and schmears with hand-tied bouquets of flowers, Bread Flower’s unique brunch concept was a quite hit in lockdown.
Its owners have since moved into KAMPUS, opening their own pop-up cafe in the bungalow over the festive period.
Pixel Bar
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First launched in Leeds two years ago in a basement on George Street, Pixel Bar has a fully themed drinks menu inspired by games like Pokemon and Super Mario.
Think 18 different gaming-themed cocktails, plus consoles, arcade games, high-spec PCs, and a downstairs club room playing early 00s pop-punk until the early hours on the weekends.
Bundobust
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Following some delays caused by the pandemic, Bundobust opened its second restaurant and brewhouse on Oxford road this year – and boy, is she a beauty.
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Kitted out with all the equipment you could possibly need to create top-notch craft beer, the new restaurant means Bundobust can now produce its own bespoke range as well as serving up all its vegetarian street food favourites.
Slice
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Slice had to get a shout out for its Phoenix-like return to Manchester after disappearing from Stevenson Square (and our lives) for the best part of two years. It’s technically not a restaurant anymore, more of a hatch down at Oxford Road station with a few tables outside.
That said, if the headlines are to be believed, this may well be the definition of a restaurant come the start of 2022.
Birria Brothers Tacos
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A roaring success, this concept by the Koffee Pot absolutely smashed it out of the park this year – causing queues to run up and down Oldham Street as Mancunians jostled in line to get their hands on these infamous gravy tacos.
Once again, the Birria craze proved that Mancs really will do anything for a good pot of gravy.
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American Pies
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Deep dish Chicago pies were something that Manchester’s restaurant scene was sorely lacking – until American Pies came along.
Opened this year by the team behind Brewski, they went viral this year with their giant pizza burrito – and we expect many more good things to come in 2022.
Lazy Sundae
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This adorable little icecream and waffle shop in the Northern Quarter has provided a firm favourite, even through the winter months.
Alongside the classic serves, you’ll also find the likes of Bingsoo, a Korean shaved ice dessert, on the menu here alongside bubble teas, vegan sorbets and more.
Junior Jacksons
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The little brother to its main site on First Street, Junior Jacksons was one of the biggest bar opening to land in Manchester this year – serving burger sliders down to guests through a shoot and bringing all the raucous, dive bar antics its big brother is known for down to Oldham street.
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Lost Cat
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Slightly hidden behind a florist shop, Lost Cat probably hasn’t got all the recognition it deserves this year – but it’s a great new bar addition to Manchester nonetheless.
Previously Eat New York, the site was rebranded following new involvement from Cane and Grain owner Lyndon Higginson and now slings cocktails and sandwiches across three floors.
The Smithfield Social
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Taking over the former Teacup unit with great fanfare, thanks to the involvement of Courteeners’ Liam Fray.
Opened in partnership with Manchester hospitality heavyweights Jobe Ferguson and Anthony Fielden, it’s developed a reputation for its weekly ‘rice and three’ curry nights and small plates, such as the Massimo Bottura-inspired crunchy lasagne dish.
The Blues Kitchen
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A big London beast arrived in Manchester this year, taking over the former Walkabout site with banging plates of BBQ and a roster of impressive music lineups that have showcased a host of local Mancunian talent this year.
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Not just a great restaurant and bar addition, The Blues Kitchen also deserves a shout out as one of Manchester’s best new music venues.
Jimmy’s
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After being kicked out of their Northern Quarter home, Jimmy’s spent some time looking for a new unit – and this year they finally opened over in Ancoats on Cutting Room square.
Bringing a succulent new menu along with it, this new opening is a great addition to Manchester’s dining scene – and that’s without talking about all the great underground gigs they host here too.
Habas
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Opened by chef Simon Shaw, Habas is the third concept he has launched in Manchester. Less than six months after opening, the new middle eastern small plates concept joint the likes of his other restaurants, El Gato Negro and Canto, on the Michelin Guide. Need we say any more?
District
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This Bangkok-inspired BBQ restaurant brands itself as Thai new wave fusion, and serves not just a menu but an ‘experience’. Not the place to pop into for a quick bite, here you’re served a choice of one of two menus – My First Crush (£40) or The Full Experience (£65).
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Opened by the team behind Tokyo Ramen, it brings a futuristic vision of Bangkok’s fire- and- barbecue-lined streets to Manchester.
BOX
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The giant sports bar that came over from Leeds, BOX deserves a shout-out for the sheer size of the place – plus the fact you can get espresso and pornstar martinis here on tap.
As well as screening all the big sports fixtures, BOX also serves some giant 2l sharer cocktails in steins, beer towers during matches, and is well known for its pizzas, many of which come with wacky toppings.
Boujee
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The Real Housewives of Cheshire star Lystra opened three pink palaces in the region this year, one in Manchester, one in Liverpool and one in Cheshire. Whilst Boujee may have made headlines for its 1-star hygiene rating and be considered amongst some to be a bit of a pink eyesore, its Barbie box Instagram traps have made it exceedingly popular with the city’s glitterati crowd.
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The best cosy pubs in Manchester city centre to hide away on a winter’s day
Danny Jones
There’s no better feeling than being tucked up all warm and cosy in one of many wonderful pubs in Manchester on a cold day in Manchester, and we should know – we get more than our fair sharethroughout the year.
Wind, rain, sleet or snow, there’s nothing that a couple of pints in one of our many beloved boozers won’t remedy and when it comes to the festive season, especially, there aren’t many places that make you feel as welcome as you would in your own front room like a cosy Manchester pub.
That’s why we’re giving you a heads-up on some of the very cosiest and most classic Manc pubs for you and yours to pile into when it’s miserable out.
We’ll cheers to that.
The 20 cosiest Manchester pubs
Let’s start with a personal favourite of ours that’s rather handily just around the corner from our office:
1. The City Arms – Central
The City Arms get filed firmly under ‘cosy pubs in Manchester’. (Credit: The City Arms via Facebook)
If you want to get out of the house and settle into a lovely little pub right in the city centre, then The City Arms is the perfect place to hide away from the weather whilst still enjoying the buzz of city life.
Calling all cask ale lovers, this place is your paradise, with some top-class ales on offer as well as some great meaty, veggie and vegan pies.
2. The Vine Inn – Central
Credit: Adam Fagen (via Flickr)Credit: The Manc GroupStumble out of one and straight into the other.
Just next door — and we mean that quite literally — is The Vine Inn: another Manc office favourite that gives you the perfect blend of ‘old man pub’ vibes but with the kind of mass appeal that sees countless punters piling into the pub and crowding outside on the streets, it’s that loved.
Luckily, you should be able to squeeze inside when the temperatures drop as it’s spread across three quaint, almost mini-floors (with two separate bars, by the way) that make it feel kind of like a beer bungalow, and that’s why it’s one of the cosiest pubs you’ll find in Manchester.
3. Lass O’Gowrie – Oxford Road Corridor
Credit: The Manc GroupSo long as you’re wrapped up properly, that little outside bit is one of the cosiest pub spots in Manchester (Credit: Lass O’Gowrie via IG)
“I was happy in the haze of a drunken hour”, so the song goes, and we wouldn’t be surprised if Morrisey was singing about the Lass when he wrote this; there’s always plenty of cheering, laughing and, most importantly, drinking in this popular city centre boozer.
Located just off Oxford Road, it offers everything from big screens showing the footy, hearty roast dinners perfect for this time of year, live comedy, music and more. What you’d call a traditional Manc pub kitted out with local memorabilia and filled with good people, you’ll hear no complaints from us.
4. The Circus Tavern – Portland Street
This is Manchester’s smallest pub and as if that wasn’t cool enough, it’s also one of the oldest pubs in the region, so it’s a must-see if you ask us. A perfect little Hobbit hole to cram in when it’s cold outside.
Built back in 1790, The Circus Tavern became a pub in 1840 and has been frequented by the likes of Georgie Best and many other famous Man United players down the years, many of whom you’ll see photos of on the walls. A tourist spot in its own right and, needless to say, very cosy indeed.
5. Mr Thomas’/Sam’s Chop House – Central
Just off Cross Street on the corner of Back Pool Fold, you’ll find what is, for our money, one of the ultimate cosy pubs you’ll find anywhere in Manchester city centre: Mr Thomas’ Chop House, a.k.a. ‘Old Tom’s’ — and then, head literally across the road and you’ll find its twin, Sam’s Chop House.
Set up by the Studd brothers of the same name, these two sibling boozers have been serving Mancs for over 150 years now and have grown a glowing reputation both for the beautiful condition of their historic bars and for their incredible food. If it was good enough for Lowry, it’s good enough for us.
Quite comfortably two of the cosiest pubs in all of Greater Manchester. (Credit: Mr. Tom’s Chop House via IG/The Manc Group)
6. The Marble Arch Inn – Ancoats
Heading over beyond Ancoats way and onto Rochdale Road, we have the birthplace of Marble Brewery and the company’s award-winning flagship venue, The Marble Arch. If you’re up for doing a winter’s day ‘the right way’, then The Marble Arch has to be involved.
With its gorgeous mosaic floors, ornate bar, nine hand-pull pumps serving brewery-fresh cask beer, eight carefully selected keg lines on rotation and a partridge in a pear tree, it’s simply one of the prettiest and most traditional pubs you could ask for. The food’s mega too.
Heading over to Salford now and we’ve got another beautiful boozer in The Kings Arms: a long-standing and simply sublime pub located not too far out of the city centre that’s well worth running into if you’re over that way and happen to get caught in the wind and rain.
Owned by adopted Manc musician Paul Heaton and made even more famous by live-in celebrity cat, Charlie, this real ale house with six curated hand pumps is a Manchester institution, not to mention great for live music and stand-up. Come on, what’s more cosy than a pub that comes with its own cat?
Sticking in Salford for a spell but down the road to Bexley Square, we always feel the lovely little spot that is The New Oxford never gets anywhere near as much credit as it should given its charm and incredible lineup of real ales and Belgian beers.
Situated on a scenic cobbled corner that could easily be mistaken for some rural road in a small Cheshire village, this place is always packed with footy fans and a few extra in its courtyard during the summer months, but the regulars always know what’s up — not to mention they do a decent pint of Guinness too.
In case you missed it, @thenewoxfordpub over in Salford has a lick of paint and then some! 🤩
With renovators working round the clock for three weeks straight, the beloved local boozer is back open and looking better than ever.
Described as having the ‘oldest pub ceiling in the world’, you can collapse into a comforting armchair by the fire and muse over The Crown Kettle‘s 286-year-old history, pint in hand and plenty of tunes filling the room for sure.
With live music and DJ sets, regular beer-centric events, bingo, the odd pub quiz and plenty more, it’s no surprise this almost statuesque Manchester drinking staple has been named one of the best in the region — and it’s plenty cosy too, believe us.
Not just a super cosy pub but apparently one of the best reviewed watering holes in all of Greater Manchester.
10. Peveril Of The Peak – Central
If you close your eyes and picture a proper English pub, there’ll be round tables, old tiles stained with decades of history, an unbeatable selection of beer, and a jukebox that’s regularly manned by loveable regulars who always make sure to keep the room filled with a warm and fuzzy atmosphere.
That’s exactly what you get with the Peveril Of The Peak: an iconic Manc boozer whose green exterior you can spot from a mile away. It’s only a small gaff but packed with plenty of history, all the best people and it’s still being looked after by the city’s longest-serving landlady to this day. A proper good old gaff.
Hallowed, cosy and homely – truly one of the most legendary pubs in Manchester. (Credit: The Manc Group)
11. The Briton’s Protection – Central
From one historic pub to another, you can head over to Great Bridgewater Street and channel your inner Tommy Shelby as you neck a neat bit of bourbon or scotch to warm the cockles and listen to the crackling flames of the open fires at The Britons Protection.
Another oldie but a goldie, the Briton was established in 1811 and has remained a local favourite snug pub ever since, showcasing over 300 whiskies as well as homemade pies and pasties at lunch. This piece of public house heritage has been under threat for a while now but us Mancs are keeping it alive.
Come on, as if we were going to leave out not only a contender for the ultimate cosy pub but possibly the very best boozer in all of Manchester. As well as serving comfortably the best Guinness in all the 10 boroughs and supposedly ‘the best outside of Ireland’, it’s also just everything you want on a cold day.
With live music every day, sport on the box pretty much 24/7; multiple lovely little nooks and more than enough bodies to keep the place warm even in the height of winter, not mention a whole new second floor, Mulligans of Deansgate is now twice the worldie it already was. Sláinte!
An award-winning music venue and a bloody good pub, ditch the open-air venues and stuffy bars this winter and dip into the cosy Eagle Inn instead and bask in its comforting warmth.
Combining a traditional pub that delivers a real sense of ‘old Manchester’ with live music and three small rooms off a central corridor with a central bar — historically known by locals as ‘The Lamp Oil’ — The Eagle can’t really be called Salford‘s hidden gem anymore: it’s a rite of passage at this point.
Heading over the other side of the Irwell and to the picturesque canals of Castlefield, waterside pub and restaurant The Wharf is undoubtedly one of the cosiest pubs in Manchester, with the ground floor feeling like one big lounge, the upstairs making for the perfect cost date night spot and the outdoor terrace just as much a dream in winter as it is summer.
With amazing pub grub, a massive and ever-rotating drinks menu, as well as a patio that feels just as warming as the indoors with its big tipi and overhead heaters come winter, plus live music, hosting local clubs and various other events throughout the year, this place has it all. Plenty of cute pups too.
Back into the centre now and toward Gay Village for what remains one of the most cosy feeling pubs we’ve ever been in full stop, let alone just in 0161. If you’ve never been to The Molly House then you seriously need to right that wrong.
With a name that harks back to a fascinating backstory, there’s nothing more welcoming than the sight of the open hearth, the waft of their irresistible tapas menu; the glow of their multi-coloured Tiffany-style lampshades and a drinks menu to suit all tastes. It’s even better at Christmas. Enjoy!
Just a couple blocks over and back onto Portland Street, you’ve also got the Circus Tavern’s equally pokey little neighbour, The Grey Horse Inn. Once again, it’s among the smallest you’ll find in Manchester but is much more than a mere hole in the wall.
This single-room pub is one of the oldest buildings anywhere in Manchester and is run by Hydes Brewery. Basically just one not-so-big living room plonked right along one of the busiest roads in the city, this place is another very thing slice of Manc hospitality history.
Credit: Grey Horse Inn (via Facebook)
17. Cask – Castlefield and New Islington Marina
Circling back towards Castlefield again, you’ll find the original Cask and its lovely owners who have been serving local crafts and fine Belgian imports for over two decades now. The staff are beyond sound and always happy to talk you through the lineup; they even let you bring in your chippy from next door.
With a nice little garden area tucked away in the back, cosy booths and board games to be enjoyed, it’s no wonder they wanted to replicate their success with the sister bar over towards Ancoats and the Marina — and that’s exactly what they’ve done. Two very welcoming spots all year round.
Not too far from there, you’ll find an NQ favourite in The Bay Horse Tavern: two floors of pure warmth, good vibes, proper food and a steady flow of the good stuff.
From its twinkly fairly light-draped interior to the perfectly dim-lit interior and variety or deals running throughout the week, the Thomas Street staple is busy no matter the season but there’s something very special about it in the winter. Top-tier Sunday roasts incoming.
Looks super pretty at this time of yearThey even still serve Boddies.Unreal food too.Credit: The Bay Horse Tavern (via Instagram)/The Manc Group
19. The Old Wellington – Exchange Square
Our penultimate stop is yet another historic site and cultural cornerstone that stood in Manchester for centuries — just not quite the same spot. Shambles Square feels fitting given how many times we’ve stumbled out of this place of a weekend.
Famously put up on stilts and relocated along with the attached Sinclairs Oyster Bar (also not a bad shout for this list), The Old Wellington might just be the closest you’ll get to feeling like you’re in Ye Olde England, stumbling across a tavern and bedding in on a rainy night with tankards full of mead. At least that’s what we always imagine when we’re in there, anyway. Long live The Old Welly.
Last but by no means least, no list of cosy Manchester pubs is complete without the always popular and music-filled Castle Hotel over on Oldham Street — another storied venue that only seems to get better with age.
Whether it’s live music or the jukebox, a solid Guinness or a pint of Robinson’s, this tightly-packed space is one of those where you’ll never leave without bumping into a familiar face or having a friendly chat with a total stranger. With multiple rooms, an upstairs and a simple but classic British pub aesthetic, you just can’t beat spots like this.
We hope that puts you in good stead for places to enjoy a cold one this winter, pardon the pun.
It goes without saying that lists like these are never going to every corner of Manchester justice and there are countless other cosy pubs that we would heartily recommend you settle in at when it’s baltic outside, but the list would go on forever if we did that and this should get you started at least.
The same goes for the rest of the 10 boroughs; we’re sure wherever you live in Greater Manchester you’ll know plenty more than us about the cosiest spots near you, but in case you’re looking to venture further out of the region, we’ve put together a list of a few corkers that are a bit more out of the way.
Featured Images – The Bay Horse Tavern/Kings Arms (via Instagram)/Amie Johnson (via Unsplash)
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Tawny Stores – Inside the stunning canalside restaurant that’s Stockport’s loveliest addition
Daisy Jackson
There’s a tiny little opening on the outskirts of Stockport that’s so charming, with such delicious food, that we’re going to have to insist you all rearrange your plans to visit immediately.
This is Tawny Stores, a restaurant, cafe and deli where you can do everything from having a romantic candlelit dinner to scoffing a morning pastry to grabbing a loaf of bread to take home.
With a pretty canalside location, and windows that look out over the water, it’s already proving a fantastic addition to Greater Manchester.
Tawny Stores is in Marple Bridge, a picturesque village at the foot of the Peak District hills (which feels a million miles from Stockport, but the name on the wheelie bins doesn’t lie).
It may be a total pain in the arse to get to, especially with every-other train being cancelled, but getting stuck out here is far from being the end of the world.
From their tiny kitchen they cook an ever-changing menu that’s technical, but simple.
By the time you read this the menu will probably have changed again, but here we go anyway.
Rabbit pie at Tawny Stores in Marple Bridge. Credit: The Manc GroupA cheese toastie at Tawny Stores. Credit: The Manc GroupHomemade crisps and a glass of wine. Credit: The Manc GroupRoast squash and lentils at Tawny Stores in Marple Bridge. Credit: The Manc Group
We had a wild rabbit, cider and tarragon pie, with a crust that could win awards and a generous dollop of silky smooth mash.
There was a simple cheese and onion toastie, elevated by some top-quality bread and homemade chutney on the side.
A warming pile of lentils was then topped with roasted squash and a zingy and herby green sauce to zap it (and you) back to life.
And then there’s homemade focaccia, which you can order with olive oil or have it as a sandwich, where fillings are currently festive and include squash and stuffing, crispy sprouts and aioli, and pork Milanese and cranberry.
Inside Tawny Stores, Marple Bridge, Stockport. Credit: The Manc GroupTawny Stores in Marple Bridge. Credit: The Manc Group
Before you head out, take a moment to browse the shelves full of produce (and the display unit filled with homemade cakes).
You can grab a hot drink to walk down the canal and burn off some of that fuel, or do it in reverse and come in here to warm your cockles after a brisk winter stroll.
Either way, it’s one to visit – and soon.
You can follow them on Instagram HERE for their latest menus.
Georgina Pellant -
29th December 2021 
