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Ol Brewery Bar

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor

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Ol Brewery Bar

Hatch, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M1 7ED
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  • Monday11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Tuesday11:00am - 3:00pm
  • Wednesday11:00am - 9:00pm
  • Thursday11:00am - 9:00pm
  • Friday11:00am - 9:00pm
  • Saturday11:00am - 9:00pm
  • Sunday12:00pm - 6:00pm

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

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A nano brewery and keg bar, Ol is a meeting of minds between Takk and Byrne The Cake brewery. It’s the perfect place to unwind with one of their unique homegrown beers – but don’t delay if you’re heading for afterwork drinks, it’s not the biggest place on the block and seats are limited.

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