Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Heath Charnock

"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."

"Indian street-food specialists Bundobust have ventured across The Pennines to open this spacious Piccadilly branch. Inside, seating is canteen-style with the enticing menu of snacks and sharing plates being equally informal, and entirely vegetarian too."

"You can eat for well under a tenner at Indian kitchen Bundobust. Located in the Northern Quarter, the restaurant is a veggie haven of spicy cooking; we recommend the masala dosa, a warming combination of soup and mini pancakes."

"Albert’s Schloss is a Bavarian-inspired fun palace of extraordinary dimensions and clever design. Behind the glistening tiles of the former Manchester and Salford Wesleyan Mission building (est in 1910) you’ll discover a vast bar, real fires, perfectly preserved original plaster, and a wall stuffed generously with flowers by floral artists’ Frog. You’ll also find a stage, DJ booth and network of beer pipes and tanks serving unpasturised Pilsner Urquell to hordes of adoring punters."

"Albert’s Schloss, 27 Peter Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M2 5QR - Visit now. A self-confessed ‘bohemian pleasure palace’ taking over the ground floor of established music venue the Albert Hall. The ornate building is a former Wesleyan Chapel built over a century ago."

"A post shared by Albert’s Schloss (@albertsschloss) on Feb 22, 2020 at 12:00am PST. For crêpe lovers, Albert’s Schloss has you sorted this Tuesday. Available for one day only, tuck into their crêpes filled with house-made chocolate praline sauce and preserved blood orange slices, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream."

"Those dreams of sharing a Roast Platter once more are just weeks away”. The Refuge is known throughout the city for its slap-up Sunday roasts, with the highlight undoubtedly being the ‘Roast Platter’, which lets you combine a choice of meats on offer with a rich range of sides and accompaniments to top it all off. A vegetarian / vegan roast option is also available, alongside extensive drinks and dessert menus."

"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."

"An eclectic range of small and large plates designed for sharing.Why go?. Manchester DJ duo Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford, aka Unabomber, have travelled the world playing music and have brought back inspired flavours to create menus that are imaginative and delicious. What's more, the setting is glorious, one of the most stunning interiors in the city."

"In the heart of it all and yet with a very private feel to it, the Beach House is an elegant day- and nighttime venue equally fit for a lunch break and evening drinks. Housed inside a modern waterfront building, the establishment boasts an extensive list of cocktails and elevated snack foods."

"There’s nothing quite like watching a spectacular sunset with your loved one sat beside you. Located in between North Pier and the Tower Festival Headland, The Beach House offers unparalleled, and instagrammable, views across the Irish Sea. If cocktails are your thing, you’re in for a treat!"

"A post shared by MillerAndCarterManchester (@millerandcartermanchester) on Oct 14, 2016 at 4:11pm PDT. Miller and Carter is a hip steakhouse located in a former King Street bank. All of the steaks at are supplied from local Irish or British farms and are aged for at least 30 days before being served."

"The steak chain owned by pubco Mitchells & Butlers sells more than a million steaks a year – and even fans of indie operations might see the attra ..."

"As one of the quirkiest restaurants in Manchester, guests can take on all their friends at a few rounds of bowling before tucking into all their favourite comfort food treats. The menu features stacked pancakes covered in cream and berries, full English breakfasts, hearty burgers and a range of smoked dishes, fresh from the venue's barbecue. This has to be up there as one of the coolest restaurants in Manchester."

"Keep things fun and casual on a quirky Manchester date with Dog Bowl. Not only can you knock back craft beers and ample American bites, their state of the art bowling alleys are sure to keep you busy (and a little competitive) well on into the night."

"With half price offers for students, this is a date night spot that you’ve just got to try. Loser buys the next round of drinks?. View this post on Instagram"

"Fress is a slightly more casual café with a cool vibe about it, and it’s a great spot for a bottomless brunch. Their brunch menu is packed full of yummy brunch classics, from posh beans on toast to French toast, so whether you want sweet or savoury, there will be something for you. For £15pp, you can add 1.25 hours of bottomless mimosas, prosecco, house wine or house lager – choose wisely, because top-ups have to be of the same drink!"

"Edible petals could be classed as pretentious which I claimed Manchester wasn’t – but I let it off because this brunch was melt-in-the-mouth good. My £9.50 french toast was topped with berry compote, mascarpone ice cream, mint"

"🍰 Pancakes, brownies, a selection of freshly made (huge!) cakes, and even mocktail bubble waffles. Whatever you choose, everything is seriously indulgent."

"A contemporary pub that pours fantastic modern and seasonal beers, amongst many other drinks from crafted cocktails to wine. With 17 rotating beers on tap, there’s more than enough flavours to choose from. From fresh IPAs to a tasty blueberry cheesecake stout, they are known for really pushing the boat out and helping you discover new flavours."

"Welcome to Walkabout Come in and experience the awesome spirit of Australia. From the best seats on the high street for sport to the ultimate party venue."

"Early adopters of the industrial-chic aesthetic that is now seen all over the city and elsewhere, Gorilla has for many, many years been effortlessly cool. Both a bar and club venue, it can fit any kind of night and its club has hosted huge artists and DJs and continues to attract big talent to their small back room. It’s as diverse as you’d expect from a Manc music venue, hosting nights like IAMARAVER, Swiftageddon and Soul Jam"

"Located under the arches below Oxford Road train station, this popular club, venue and bar is many a local’s favourite spot. The bar offers up a delicious food menu alongside an extensive cocktail list, while the 700 capacity club space hosts visiting bands and DJs as well alongside popular regular nights. The music is eclectic, ranging from funk to hiphop and indie beats, attracting a young and hip crowd."

"Gorilla, 54-56 Whitworth Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 5WW - Visit now. A bar, kitchen and music venue from the people who brought you Trof."

"One for the grown-ups - the Comedy Station is described as "Blackpool's Funniest Night Out.". Enjoy an evening of sharp wit and belly laughs at one of Blackpool’s premiere live comedy clubs - and the only purpose-built comedy club in Lancashire. With a skilled compere welcoming three comedy talents from top-flight television shows such as Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Live at the Apollo and more, bringing the best of the UK comedy circuit to Blackpool, it's sure to be a night out to remember."

"Contact Theatre will be heading out across Manchester this summer for a series of outdoor performances. Contact is an Oxford Road theatre and performing arts venue creating and producing its own shows, as well as hosting tours from the world’s best theatre companies. Contact will be heading out across the city this summer, delivering a series of outdoor performances before its building reopens to the public in September 2021."

"One of the first places to open up in the now uber-trendy Northern Quarter the Frog and Buckets plays host to Manchester's longest-running comedy club. Not only some fantastic homegrown talent, but comedy greats also pass through from all over the world. There are two opportunities every week to enjoy a giggle, their 'Barrel of Laughs' night and also their open mic night 'Beat the Frog'."

"Japanese and Mexican, not two flavours you’d necessarily pair together but at Peter Street Kitchen, that’s exactly what you’ll find. Located in the Free Trade Hall, this award-winning restaurant offers diners a real culinary experience with contemporary Japanese plates of food alongside the heat of its Mexican dishes. For something a little bit special, diners can book the Hibachi Experience - a table for 12 with a fire pit with dishes including salmon tartar, beef tataki and king crab tempura."

"Not only does Peter Street Kitchen reside in a building with the most stunning exterior, but the inside doesn’t disappoint either. Minimalistic with a luxury edge, the restaurant is bright, warming and ever-inviting – as is the menu. Serving high-end Japanese and Mexican cuisine, guests can expect dishes such as Wagyu beef, sushi, paprika ribs and salmon tartare."

"Hoping to scope out some of Manchester's most unique desserts?. Peter Street Kitchen has you covered. Fusing Japanese and Mexican cuisine, the menu at this Deansgate restaurant is already a marvel but it's the puddings that really take the cake."

"Found in the South Shore area of Blackpool, the Half Way House is a beautifully restored, family-friendly gastropub. One of Blackpool's oldest pubs serves fanta..."