Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Grotton

"In February 2020 BC (before Covid) we got all excited with a visit to their about-to-open second Manchester branch on Oxford Road but it remains closed as we pine for a cold beer and a hot bhaji on a long table more than ever. We’ll have to make do with Deliveroo for now. It’s all veggie, as existing fans will know, but vegans have plenty to love from the iconic vada pav to the famous broccoli, kale and onion bhajis."

"Bundobust is a huge beer hall serving craft ales in the heart of Manchester’s Piccadilly Gardens. It also happened to win Restaurant of the Year at the 2017 Manchester Food and Drink Festival awards, thanks to its stellar menu of Indian small plates."

"Albert's Schloss is one heck of a party restaurant, overflowing with oompah bands, bier steins and all the Bohemian beauties you could possibly ask for. Whether you're heading down for their regular Sunday service or Kunst Kabaret, you're sure to have plenty of Insta-moments."

"You can’t miss out on a visit to this huge German-themed bar that serves up amazing food that’s perfect for the ‘gram, including their famous Cronuts. Along with the beer, you’ll find one of the most iconic bar entrances in the world. View this post on Instagram"

"Manchester's first Bavarian bier palace, cook haus and bakery is a cavernous space which sees Pilsner Urquell served straight from huge shiny tanks, while meat comes in the form of steak, schnitzel, curry or bratwurst."

"Visited most days of the week for the sole purpose of snapping the perfect shot, The Refuge in the Principle Hotel is literally what Instagram dreams are made of. The elegant hotel dining room with its ceramic pillars, atrium ceiling and botanic-style Winter Garden, is teeming during the evenings with local bloggers and the crème de la crème of the Manchester scene. Grab a coffee here during the day and get the ultimate Insta café pic."

"The stunning transformation of the former restaurant at the Palace Hotel (now the Principal) by DJ duo The Unabombers as The Refuge in 2016 is heaped with praise in the guide. It says: “The duo are experts at creating venues that are simultaneously hip, stylish and unpretentious in a generously northern way. The Refuge is as much a destination for a family Sunday roast as it is a late-night cool kids’ hang-out."

"Oxford Road’s hotel-turned-bar and restaurant The Refuge might not be top of your list when looking for no-money fun in Manchester, but head to its secluded and spacious back room and you’ll find pool tables and table football – both of which can be enjoyed for free. All you need to provide is a contender and a will to win."

"Despite being open less than a year, Picture House Social has already earned the crown of best pizza in Sheffield. Perfectly crisp bases and innovative toppings are aided by the fact their San Marzano tomatoes and 00 flour are imported directly from Italy, whilst their toppings are seasonal and sourced locally."

"Whether you're heading down for brunch, lunch or dinner, this Abbeydale Road bar is one of the quirkiest restaurants in Sheffield. Tuck into plates of freshly-made Neapolitan-style pizza, washed down with house cocktails and worked off with a few rounds of table tennis."

"Underneath the Abbeydale Picture House, you’ll find the speakeasy-like Picture House Social. A really friendly bar that can sometimes get busy of an evening. Dogs welcome until 9pm – Keep an eye out for the resident dog!"

"Factory's big reopening celebrations will roll for TEN DAYS, kicking off on Wednesday July 21. The site was once the home of Factory Records offices, and was turned into a multi-storey nightclub created by Tokyo Industries boss Aaron Mellor and New Order and Joy Division’s Peter Hook. It's remained one of the city's busiest party venues since it launched more than a decade ago."

"FAC251 is a club venue that’s housed inside the old Factory Records offices. Here you will be able to enjoy a variety of different genres from indie all the way to drum n bass. As well as playing from high quality sound systems Fac251 also has plenty of impressive local, national and inter­national live talents."

"FAC251, 118 Princess St, Manchester , Greater Manchester, M1 7EN - Visit now. Boasting premises that once housed Manchester’s legendary Factory Records, FAC251 @The Factory is now home to a nightclub bursting with freshers across all three floors of hits across the spectrum."

"Just a stones throw away across the road from Steam Yard is The Lucky Fox. Even though it’s most famous for it’s amazing fried chicken, waffles and lucky shakes, which everyone in there is always trying to get the perfect Instagram of, it is also a super ideal place to grab a coffee. It’s quirky decor and American style dinner atmosphere, creates a completely different vibe to your standard coffee and brunch outing, making it a truly unique spot in Sheffield and a new rival in the coffee shop scene."

"A photo posted by Jemma Birks (@jemmabirks) on Jan 21, 2017 at 8:52am PST. Heavily influenced by the kind of cool American eateries you’d find in Brooklyn, Lucky Fox specialises in fried chicken, waffles and deliciously messy sandwiches. Although it won’t be low calorie, brunch here is always a foodie adventure – perfect for anyone growing tired of the traditional British take on brunch."

"A post shared by The Cabin (@thecabinsheffield) on Jan 30, 2018 at 9:59am PST. Situated on trendy Sheffield thoroughfare Ecclesall Road, The Lucky Fox specialises in American-inspired grub. On Pancake Day you can enjoy a tower of pancakes drenched in Nutella, or topped with mixed fruit for £5."

"Another city centre spot perfect for working in, Fig + Sparrow is incredibly warm and welcoming, with some outdoor seating allowing guests to take in the hustle and bustle of city life. Serving up top-quality coffee that they sourced from the North East, Fig + Sparrow also sells gifts and design products, too – a great little touch to the cosy independent cafe. Fig + Sparrow, 20 Oldham St, M1 1JA."

"Typical Northern Quarter stuff, Fig + Sparrowis a bit hipster and probably styled with Instagram in mind. The coffee’s great and I love the salted caramel squares. Their breakfast dishes start at £2.50 (yes, really) making it a strong"

"Located right next to Piccadilly gardens, Fig and Sparrow is a great place to meet a friend on a weekend trip into Manchester. Serving speciality coffee in all of it’s forms alongside a selection of local bites."

"If anyone is in need of a curry fix, the first place in mind to visit Fo’Sho would be Bradford!. It has been named the curry capital of the UK. Who would think of going for an afternoon tea with jam n’ cream scones in the heart of Bradford!"

"English / Pub Restaurant1-3 Market Place City CentreSheffield S1 2GH☎ 0114 2756609"

"A classy combination of flavours and style from Oslo and Manchester where the founders originate from.Why go?. You'd be hard-pressed to find better food anywhere in the city. The exquisite flavours in OSMA's menu of seasonal, locally sourced produce are matched by the stunning presentation and a lovely, welcoming team."