National Cocktail Day is tomorrow (24th March), so it’s time to raise a glass!
The drinks experts at The Bottle Club have ranked the best Happy Hour cocktail deals on offer around different bars in Manchester.
Chakalaka
Chakalaka is Manchester’s (now not-so-secret) Happy Hour gem. Located in the buzzing Northern Quarter, this place is the city’s only South African Bar and Kitchen, so expect tasty bites and exotic cocktails here.
Offer: 2 for £10
Google Rating: 4.6
Duration of Happy Hour: 8 hours
When: 4pm – 8pm and then from 10pm – close, Sunday to Friday
Address: 105a Oldham St, Manchester M4 1LW
Bunny Jacksons
Known as one of the UK’s most mysterious bars, Bunny Jacksons is also known for boasting one of the city’s best Happy Hour deals. Take a look!
Offer: £5 Party Cocktails
Google Rating: 4.6
Duration of Happy Hour: 4 hours
When: 7pm – 11pm, Monday to Sunday
Address: 1 Jack Rosenthal St, Manchester M15 4RA
Crazy Pedros
The UK’s favourite pizza parlour is the place to be if you’re looking to nab those cheap weekday drinks. From frozen margaritas from tequila sunrises, there are plenty of delicious beverages on offer.
Offer: 2 For £10
Google Rating: 4.4
Duration of Happy Hour: 4 hours
When: 5pm – 9pm, Sunday to Friday
Address: 55-57 Bridge St, Manchester M3 3BQ
Red’s True BBQ
When it comes to after work drinks, Red’s True BBQ may not be the first option on your list. But did you know this barbeque restaurant boasts a mega 2 for 1 five hour Happy Hour deal? Enjoy their mouth-watering baby-back ribs, washed down with a thirst quenching cocktail.
Offer: 2 for 1
Google Rating: 4.4
Duration of Happy Hour: 5 hours
When: 5pm – 10pm, Sunday to Thursday
Address: 22 Lloyd St, Manchester M2 5WA
Alvarium
Nestled in the Northern Quarter, Alvarium offers delicious vegan food, creamy coffees – and not to mention tasty tipples. This includes the iconic ‘Newton’ cocktail (made with Ketel One Vodka, Disaronno and homemade pear cordial) and the refreshing Herbal Remedy (made with (Beefeater gin, homemade Earl Grey & Hibiscus tea syrup).
Offer: 2 for £10
Google Rating: 4.6
Duration of Happy Hour: 3-6 hours
When: 4pm-late, Monday to Thursday / 4pm – 7pm, Friday
Address: 8 Dorsey St, Manchester M4 1LU
Manahatta
New York meets Manchester at Deansgate’s popular cocktail bar, Manahatta. Party-goers will be pleased to know that this place is Happy Hour central – serving 2 for 1 cocktails all day, every day.
Offer: 2 for 1 cocktails
Google Rating: 3.9
Duration of Happy Hour: 7-12 hours
When: 12pm – close, Sunday to Thursday / 12pm – 7pm, Friday
Address: 188-192 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3ND
Hard Rock Cafe
Located in The Printworks, this family-friendly restaurant offers a stellar Happy Hour deal as well as a tasty selection of American classics.
Offer: £5.25 cocktails
Google Rating: 4.4
Duration of Happy Hour: 2-3 hours
When: 4pm – 7pm, Sunday to Thursday / 9pm – 11pm, Friday and Saturday
Address: 188-192 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3ND
The Beagle
Introducing The Beagle – Chorlton-cum-Hardy’s very own local that brings all the retro vibes to kickstart your weekend. Here, you can expect New York-style pizzas, as well as seasonal drinks that are all part of an unmissable Happy Hour deal.
Offer: £5 cocktails
Google Rating: 4.4
Duration of Happy Hour: 3 hours
When: 4pm – 7pm, Monday to Sunday
Address: 456-458 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 0BQ
Common
Known as one of Northern Quarter’s favourite brunch spot, New York style bar Common offers mouth-watering pizzas and inventive cocktails that are guaranteed to please all.
Offer: £5 cocktails
Google Rating: 4.3
Duration of Happy Hour: 3 hours
When: 4pm – 7pm, Monday to Sunday
Address: 39-41 Edge St, Manchester M4 1HW
Trof
Another popular drink and dining spot in the Northern Quarter, Trof offers one of Manchester’s best Happy Hour deals. On offer here are seasonal beers, smokey bourbon whiskies and temptatious cocktails.
Offer: £5 cocktails
Google Rating: 4.4
Duration of Happy Hour: 3 hours
When: 4pm – 8pm, Monday to Friday
Address: 8 Thomas St, Greater, Manchester M4 1EU
