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.

Deadstock General StoreHome Goods
Night and Day CaféCoffee Shop
AfflecksMarket

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Top things to do in Northern Quarter

Deadstock General Store
★ 5.0 · 108
Home Goods
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
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Afflecks
★ 4.6 · 7.7k
Market
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
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The Manchester Shop
★ 4.7 · 244
Specialty Store
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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UNITOM
★ 4.9 · 105
Bookstore
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
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Where to eat & drink in Northern Quarter

Night and Day Café
★ 4.5 · 1.7k
Coffee Shop· £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
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Ezra & Gil
★ 4.6 · 3.1k
Coffee Shop· £10–20
Contemporary urban venue for coffee drinks and a menu of imaginative light meals.
Every day
7:30 AM – 6 PM
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Cafe 19
★ 4.7 · 1.9k
Café & Bakery· £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
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Siop Shop
★ 4.7 · 1.0k
Donut Shop· £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
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Cafe North
★ 4.6 · 1.5k
Café & Bakery· £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
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Foundry Project Manchester
★ 4.6 · 2.5k
Pub· £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
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Idle Hands Coffee
★ 4.6 · 1.1k
Coffee Shop· £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
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The Trof
★ 4.5 · 2.5k
Pub· £20–30
Venue with a dedicated bourbon bar, gigs, open-mic nights and quizzes, plus food from breakfast on.
Mon–Wed
11 AM – 11 PM
Thu
11 AM – 12 AM
Fri
11 AM – 1 AM
Sat
11 AM – 1 AM
Sun
11 AM – 12 AM
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Mackie Mayor
★ 4.5 · 6.0k
Food Hall· £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
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Gooey Bakery + Café NQ
★ 4.5 · 1.4k
Bakery· £10–20
Every day
9 AM – 6 PM
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NORTHERN SOUL MANCHESTER
★ 4.7 · 1.3k
Sandwich Shop· £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
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Pieminister
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
British· £10–20
Casual restaurant selling Bristol-based gourmet pies to eat in or take home plus ciders and coffee.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 9 PM
Fri
12 PM – 10 PM
Sat
12 PM – 10 PM
Sun
12 PM – 5 PM
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