Apotheca
Creative Tourist
Award-winning cocktail bar in Manchester’s Nothern Quarter.
What's on near Apotheca
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A Phantom’s Vibe at esea contemporary
From Hong Kong to Moss Side via Jamaica: be transported through the power of music at esea’s latest, A Phantom’s Vibe
free entry
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The Comedy Vault
Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.
free entry
Yussef Dayes at New Century
Yussef Dayes announces his debut solo studio album ‘Black Classical Music’, and a supporting Manchester gig in October.
from £32.45
Jockstrap at New Century
Shortlisted for this year’s Mercury Prize, shapeshifting duo Jockstrap call in at New Century in support of their incredibly ambitious debut album.
from £23.00
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Golden Voices Choir at Band on the Wall
A relaxed and friendly choir for over fifties, Golden Voices Choir brings people together from all walks to life to sing, laugh and have fun.
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Folk and World Choir at Band on the Wall
Sing a range of songs in the Folk and World Music Choir, learn how to get the most out of your voice whilst making new friends.
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Creatures of the Night Comedy Club
An insanely committed seven-nights-a-week, Creatures of the Night Comedy Club opens its doors (20.30-22.30 typically, though please check) for evening after evening of side-splitting comedy.
from £5.00
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Beat The Frog at The Frog and Bucket
Beat the Frog is a legendary amateur comedy night, taking place each and every Monday. Many famous names prove it’s the real deal.
free entry
Where to go near Apotheca
Manchester
esea contemporary
Regarded as the UK’s leading organisation for East and Southeast Asian art, esea contemporary is opening its doors again on 18 February 2023 in Manchester.
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Trof Northern Quarter
It’s a landmark year for Trof NQ. In the years since it first opened, the Northern Quarter has developed around it to become one of the city’s most prominent areas.
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Bar 21
A bar in Manchester’s Northern Quarter for fans of television and cinema science fiction. Enjoy food and drink amongst a off-beat selection of movie memorabilia.
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Luck Lust Liquor & Burn
Tacos, burgers, fries and fun at this Northern Quarter eatery
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This & That Café
Eternally popular curry canteen taking its name from a time when patrons didn’t know what to call their orders, but pointed instead to a bit of “this” and “that”.
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Disorder
Disorder is a new bar and restaurant in the Northern Quarter, based where the old Walrus venue was, with Bryan Barber as executive chef.
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Odd Bar
A three storey Northern Quarter bar which serves a selection of beer, cocktails and food. Regular quiz nights, open mic sessions and resident DJs.
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Wolf At The Door
Three storey bar and restaurant on Thomas Street in the Northern Quarter, from the team behind the Wilderness record store and bar in Withington.
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The Northern Quarter Restaurant (TNQ)
For dependable, modern British dining, the simply-named Northern Quarter Restaurant is worth a punt
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Shudehill Metrolink Station
Metrolink (tram) station located right outside the Printworks centre in central Manchester.
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Dough Pizza Kitchen
A modern pizzeria in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, expect Neapolitan-style pizza prepared from scratch.
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The Bay Horse Tavern
The Bay Horse Tavern is a laid-back pub based in the dead centre of the Northern Quarter, with a wide range of drinks and food options.
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