The ultimate Manchester sober bar crawl

If you’re looking to explore the exciting nightlife of Manchester without a drop of alcohol, we’ve got the perfect journey for you.

From rooftop terraces and cosy hideaways to retro arcades and theatrical steakhouses, Manchester’s bar scene has embraced the sober-curious crowd with open arms.

This ultimate sober bar crawl takes you through some of the city’s best venues for creative mocktails, alcohol-free brews, and even fire-fuelled performances.

So grab your mates, leave the hangover behind, and embark on a night out that’s as refreshing as it is unforgettable.

The ultimate Manchester sober bar crawl

Corn Exchange

Begin your adventure at the Corn Exchange, where you’ll find a duo of gems catering to sober tastes: Mowgli and Garten Bar. Dive into Mowgli’s exotic mocktails, packed with fresh, fruity flavors that transport your taste buds to far-off lands.

At Garten Bar, explore an extensive mocktail menu alongside low-alcohol beer and wine options that promise indulgence without the buzz.

For what’s on at the Garten Bar, check out their website here. To see what’s happening at Mowgli, please click here

To see what’s happening at the Corn Exchange, check out their website here

Banyan

A beautiful venue in Spinningfields, Banyan boast a great selection of mocktails that offer unique flavours combinations. Some highlights include the Crème Brûlée, and the Foraged Fruit Fizz.

You can check out what Banyan has going on by clicking here

Cloud 23

For a dash of glamour, the journey continues skyward to Cloud 23 at The Hilton Deansgate.

With some of the city’s most breathtaking views, Cloud 23 serves stylish, alcohol-free cocktails that look as incredible as they taste.

This is the perfect spot to elevate your experience—literally and figuratively.

To see what’s on at Cloud 23, check out their website here

Atlas Bar

Manchester icon Atlas Bar, which sits under the railway arches of Deansgate, offers great choice for its sober visitors. From low & no beers, to mocktails, to their classic gin paddleboard, there’s a top-class tipple for every non-drinker.

Atlas Bar’s heated and covered terrace means that you can enjoy your drink both without the alcohol and without the raincoat, so you can indulge in an alcohol free paddleboard all year round!

To see what’s on offer at Atlas Bar, check out their website here

Etçi Mehmet

For a bit of fire and flavour, Etçi Mehmet is next on the route. Known as the premier Turkish steakhouse of the North West, this alcohol-free hotspot serves unforgettable Turkish dishes accompanied by live fire shows and table side cooking.

Who needs alcohol when you have a meal served with a performance?

To see what’s on offer at Etçi Mehmet, check out their website here

Graduate Bar, Hyatt Hotel

When you’re ready to relax, the Graduate Bar at the Hyatt Hotel offers an upscale, modern setting for some deliciously crafted mocktails and detox drinks.

Their talented mixologists whip up refreshing creations that let you unwind in style before you take on the next leg of your crawl.

Check out their website here

Cockatoo Club

Manchester’s Gay Village is home to the vibrant and lively Cockatoo Club, who offer a fantastic selection of mocktails, and non-alcoholic beer, wine, and cider – they even serve hot Vimto, for those who want to avoid booze on a chillier night!

On top of this, they hold exciting events including Drag shows, comedy acts, book clubs, and more, meaning that you can let your hair down without ever drinking a drop.

check out their website here

NQ64 

Head for the distinctive neon-splattered NQ64, who have two locations in Manchester, to spend a retro-style evening with your favourite video game characters.

Open until late, seven days a week, NQ64 have an enormous range of retro arcade machines and consoles, meaning that you can have a blast without even needing to pick up a drink!

They do, however, offer a small range of mocktails and alcohol-free beer to accompany the button-bashing fun.

Check out their website here

Hinterland

Nestled up in the Northern Quarter is Hinterland, a completely vegan and alcohol-free community space. Boasting pages of beers, cocktails, wines, and more, their menu is bursting with a huge variety of sober treats.

With sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients, they aim to foster a social environment where people can enjoy good company, without the need for alcohol.

Alongside their sober drinks menu, they’re also serving incredible vegan food courtesy of Wholesome Junkies – so a tea-time stop here is a must!

Check out their website here

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