Fab Cafe

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Fab Cafe Manchester

A cult tv and movie themed bar set below street level on Portland Street in Manchester.

Gainsborough House, 109 Portland StManchesterM1 6DN View map
Telephone: 0161 212 2997 Visit Now

Opening Hours

  • Monday4:30pm - 2:00am
  • Tuesday4:30pm - 2:00am
  • Wednesday4:30pm - 2:00am
  • Thursday4:30pm - 2:00am
  • Friday4:00pm - 3:00am
  • Saturday4:00pm - 3:00am
  • Sunday6:00pm - 11:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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