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Iconic Bar Manchester

A small independent LGBTQ+ bar with a serious gin shelf

Manchester, UK

4.1

42 reviews

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Manchester

About Iconic Bar Manchester

Iconic is one of the smaller bars tucked behind Canal Street, giving it a more personal feel than Manchester’s large late-night venues. The independent LGBTQ+ bar is particularly known for its extensive gin selection, alongside cocktails and familiar pub drinks. The mood is sociable and relatively relaxed, with quizzes, open-mic sessions and other entertainment appearing in the programme. It works well for an early drink, a quieter catch-up or a break from the busiest parts of the Village. Space is limited, so the room can become lively when an event is on. Check the latest Facebook listings for current opening times and the week’s programme.

What to expect

A compact, friendly backstreet LGBTQ+ bar with gin, cocktails and small-scale community entertainment.

Vibes

LGBTQ+Independent Gin Cocktails Open Mic Quiz Gay Village

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Practical tips before you visit

The bar is on Richmond Street, just behind Canal Street

Monthly open-mic and other events can make the compact room busier

Check Facebook for the latest hours and programme

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Address

29 Richmond Street, Manchester M1 3NB, UK

Opening hours

Closed now

Opens Wednesday at 17:00

Monday: 17:00–00:00 Tuesday: 17:00–00:00 Wednesday: 17:00–00:00 Thursday: 17:00–00:00 Friday: 16:00–01:00 Saturday: 16:00–01:00 Sunday: 16:00–00:00

Location

29 Richmond Street, Manchester M1 3NB, UK

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Iconic Bar Manchester

29 Richmond Street, Manchester M1 3NB, UK

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WhereIs.Gay rating

4.7

42 reviews

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Lesley K

3 years ago

Amazing little bar, friendly staff, great choice of gins, welcoming atmosphere, Great ambience. Highly recommended

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Dan Reid

3 years ago

An amazing atmosphere combined with fantastic service makes every visit memorable and personalised - the staff couldn't be better and the range of gins is seemingly neverending. 10/10

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Jim james

12 months ago

Great little bar. This is where I go if I’m on my own. Everyone’s friendly staff and customers alike. More of a pub vibe than the other bars which is much appreciated. Underrated little gem of the city centre.

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Gavin Doherty

3 years ago

Such a lovely hidden gem in Manchester's vibrant Gay Village. If you love Gin then this is the place to BE!!! Iconic could sink a ship with their wide collection of Gins. The staff are brilliant and always welcoming. The owner Terry is a true Gent and you never leave Iconic without a laugh or a smile. MUST MUST MUST visit Iconic, whenever in the City :)

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Maji H

a year ago

Great bar, lovely staff and well priced drinks. Plumbing and worn out toilets in desperate need of refurb very smelly drains throughout on last few visits. Zero complaints otherwise!

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