The best R&B brunch in Manchester

The best R&B brunch in Manchester

If you're a fan of R&B or brunch, or better yet, both, this guide is just the thing for you. Whether you're a local Mancunian or a visitor seeking a memorable dining experience, our guide, the best R&B brunch in Manchester, will take you through the city's top spots where great food meets groovy tunes. Read on to discover the brunch experiences that aren't just a meal but a celebration of culture and good vibes in Manchester.

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  1. Where to go for R&B brunch in Manchester
    1. Gorilla – Old School R&B Brunch
    2. The Bierkeller – R&B Bottomless Brunch
    3. Hello Oriental – KOMPND Easter R&B Brunch
    4. Whiskey Down – Afro R&B Brunch
    5. Revolution – RnB Throwback Brunch

Where to go for R&B brunch in Manchester

Manchester's best RnB brunch spots

Gorilla

Old School R&B Brunch

Gorilla in the Oxford Road Station arches is a multifaceted space where music, gastronomy, and drinks converge seamlessly. The bustling venue houses a bar, kitchen, live music stage, and club, offering an all-in-one experience. It's one of the venues where you can go for R&B brunch in Manchester, complete with bottomless punch. The music policy goes back to the old school, with R&B hits from the past side-by-side with newer releases.

The Bierkeller

R&B Bottomless Brunch

The Bierkeller in Manchester offers a vibrant mix of entertainment and refreshments, encapsulating the spirit of a Bavarian fest in an authentic beer hall atmosphere. Every last Saturday of the month, the Oompah music gives way to R&B and soul music featuring a wide array of hits from artists like TLC, Mary J. Blige, Pharrell, and SZA, mixed with genres like old-school rap, UKG, and dancehall. This unique daytime club experience includes all-day street food, bottomless rum punch, and an electric atmosphere.

Hello Oriental

KOMPND Easter R&B Brunch

The KOMPND music event production company hosts an annual R&B-themed brunch for Easter each year. Head to the vibrant Hello Oriental food hall next to the University of Manchester for a spirited event featuring all your favourite 90s and 00s bangers, epic singalongs, romantic slow jams, and more.

Whiskey Down

Afro R&B Brunch

The production team behind The Bierkeller's popular R&B brunches introduced a new concept – the UK's first Afro R&B brunch. The event celebrates popular music culture worldwide and features tunes by everyone from The Weeknd and Olivia Rodrigo to Popcaan and Burna Boy. Food is served all day, and the first hour includes bottomless rum punch. The event is held at the premium cabaret club Whiskey Down in Manchester City Centre.

Revolution

RnB Throwback Brunch

The Revolution bars around the UK are well-known havens of bottomless brunch excess. Taking place at the Deansgate Lock branch, their RnB Throwback Brunch features the defining hits of the 1990s, the golden age of RnB music, accompanied by endless prosecco, pints, cocktails, or mocktails. Fancy dress is encouraged at this themed bottomless brunch.

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