Things to Do in Northern Quarter, Manchester The Northern Quarter is known for its independent shops, bars, and restaurants, with a focus on street art and music venues. Oldham Street is a central spot, and the area has a lively atmosphere, especially at night.
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Deadstock General Store ★ 5.0 · 109
A general store offering a curated selection of homewares, accessories, and gifts.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5 PM
Afflecks ★ 4.6 · 7.7k
Indoor market in former department store, for streetwear, vintage fashion and lifestyle stalls.
Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
The Manchester Shop ★ 4.7 · 246
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
Unitom ★ 4.9 · 107
An independent visual arts-oriented bookshop, magazine store, and print/editions gallery offering a hand-picked selection of cultural inspiration.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 5 PM Where to eat & drink in Northern Quarter
Night and Day Café ★ 4.5 · 1.7k· £10–20
Host to local and international bands, also serving food including sandwiches, wraps and burgers.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 2 AM
Fri 12 PM – 4 AM
Sat 12 PM – 4 AM
Sun 12 PM – 12 AM
Ezra & Gil ★ 4.6 · 3.1k· £10–20
Contemporary urban venue for coffee drinks and a menu of imaginative light meals.
Every day 7:30 AM – 6 PM
Cafe 19 ★ 4.7 · 2.0k· £10–20
Casual spot for breakfast, brunch & lunch with cocktails inspired by New York City boroughs.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun 9 AM – 5 PM
Siop Shop ★ 4.7 · 1.0k· £1–10
Relaxed hangout with a trendy vibe & outdoor tables serving coffee & doughnuts, with vegan options.
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Cafe North ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· £10–20
A menu focused on international breakfast fare & beverages in a casual space with modern interiors.
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Foundry Project Manchester ★ 4.6 · 2.6k· £30–40
A venue in Manchester offering food and drinks in a social setting.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 11 AM – 2 AM
Sat 11 AM – 2 AM
Sun 11 AM – 12 AM
Idle Hands Coffee ★ 4.6 · 1.1k· £10–20
Chill coffee bar with house-based treats & a savory cafe menu plus beer, wine & espresso martinis.
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Gooey Bakery + Café NQ ★ 4.5 · 1.4k· £10–20
Every day 9 AM – 6 PM
Mackie Mayor ★ 4.5 · 6.1k· £10–20
Brick-walled food hall vendors offering steaks, pizza & sandwiches, with communal dining tables.
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 9 AM – 10 PM
Fri 9 AM – 11 PM
Sat 9 AM – 11 PM
Sun 9 AM – 6 PM
The Rat & Pigeon ★ 4.8 · 472
Mon–Wed 12 PM – 11 PM
Thu–Fri 12 PM – 1 AM
Sat 11 AM – 1 AM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
Croft NQ Bar and Kitchen ★ 4.6 · 975· £10-20
Pizzas, full English breakfast & Sunday roasts offered in a convivial pub with beers & board games.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 10 PM
Fri 10 AM – 12 AM
Sat 10 AM – 12 AM
Sun 10 AM – 10 PM
Northern Soul Manchester ★ 4.7 · 1.3k· £10–20
A venue that offers food and plays rare soul music.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 6 PM
Fri 10 AM – 8 PM
Sat 10 AM – 8 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM Planning time in Northern Quarter?
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1 Deadstock General Store 2 Night and Day Café 3 Afflecks 4 The Manchester Shop 5 Ezra & Gil 6 Cafe 19 7 Siop Shop 8 Unitom 9 Cafe North 10 Foundry Project Manchester Other areas in Manchester Ready to plan Northern Quarter? Turn these Northern Quarter picks into a day-by-day Manchester plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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