Cool bars in Manchester

Ducie Street Warehouse on the edge of Manchester's buzzy Northern Quarter is a versatile bar with DJs spinning beats on their dedicated DJ nights. Sip on cocktails at the bar and choose from their carefully-curated drinks menu. There are also organic wines, spirits, and craft beers from Manc's finest brewers. The space is also a restaurant serving seasonal dishes.

The Washhouse looks like a laundrette from the outside, but once you're through a secret door and you've given the phone on the wall a buzz, you'll be led to a clandestine cocktail bar. Give the drinks menu a spin, which is chock full of classics and more inventive options.

If you want some of the best views of Manchester, head to 20 Stories. This 19th-floor bar is ideal for a special occasion, either for a meal, drinks, or both. They have a wine list, a seasonal cocktail menu, and a separate bar menu filled with all kinds of cocktails, spirits, beer and more. This is the sort of place you go when you're out to impress.

The Daisy is located underneath the popular brunch spot and restaurant Evelyn's Café Bar. This subterranean bar is a Parisian-inspired spot, ideal for a late-night rendezvous. The cocktails have French names and the menu has little illustrations to accompany them. It's cosy and stylish inside, with moody decor and dim lighting.

This independent wine shop has an on-site wine bar that stocks a varied selection of wines. Experts are on hand to offer advice on what to drink. You can enjoy your choice in the cosy bar, surrounded by walls of bottles. Take one back with you to enjoy at home.

This luxury bar is hidden away in the bank vault of Manchester's former Stock Exchange. It serves award-winning drinks and snacks and is considered one of the city's best-kept secrets. With its sleek and stylish setting, it pays homage to the roaring 20s. There's live music every Friday and Saturday, as well as a wine room that you can book out for an exclusive driving experience. Cocktails are inspired by the prohibition era and there's an extensive list of spirits from all around the world.

Public in the Northern Quarter is the go-to destination for a drink. It has a spacious outdoor setting and is decorated in an industrial theme. While its menu features cocktails and Asian-inspired bar bites, it's also renowned for its popular bottomless brunch.

Blossom Street Social in Ancoats is a chic spot boasting walls decked out with a myriad of wine bottles, an outdoor terrace, and beats by a DJ. There's a drink to suit everyone here, and the menu specialises in delicious Brazillian-inspired cuisine. The worldly selection of wines is particularly popular, as is the selection of artisanal beers.

One of Cain & Grain's floors is home to Science & Industry, a cocktail bar and a dedicated drinks laboratory serving some of Manchester's most inventive beverages; the drinks are made with a focus on precision and quality, including a range of classics and more creative options. Enjoy full table service and pick from their list of drinks crafted using scientific methods, surrounded by a classy interior with leather seating and dim lighting.

This award-winning bar in Spinningfields is located in one of the most beautiful buildings in the north of England, an Art Deco landmark with a bright, unmissable entrance. It's sophisticated and luxurious, serving an extensive menu of cocktails, wine, beer, and champagne. If you like whisky, they also have a pretty long list to choose from. They take a small number of reservations every day but mainly function as a walk-in venue.

For something a little different, head to NQ64, a retro games bar and arcade in one. Enjoy your drinks in a black-lit setting decked out with neon, surrounded by all kinds of classic games and consoles. Venture outside to the seating area while sipping on perfectly-crafted cocktails inspired by gaming alongside a selection of beers, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages. And when hunger strikes, you can enjoy mouthwatering pizzas from Crazy Pedro's.