Dirty Martini - Cocktail Bar in Manchester is a cocktail bar in Deansgate, Manchester. Rated 4.5 stars from 3126 Google reviews. Known for service excellence and bottomless brunch value. Best for bottomless brunch and cocktails with friends. Price range: ££.
Rankings updated May 2026
Dirty Martini - Cocktail Bar in Manchester
Quick Verdict
Dirty Martini delivers reliable cocktails and exceptional service in a welcoming Deansgate setting, particularly strong for brunch and group celebrations.
You want attentive, personable service and well-crafted cocktails in a Deansgate venue that doesn't take itself too seriously.
About Dirty Martini - Cocktail Bar in Manchester
Dirty Martini sits at the heart of Deansgate's cocktail scene, commanding a 4.5-star rating across over 3,100 reviews. The venue has built its reputation on attentive, personable service—staff like Billy, Niyah, Lydia, Melissa, and Ola are consistently named in reviews for their efficiency, warmth, and genuine care for guests' experience. The bottomless brunch offering has become a standout draw, with reviewers praising both the cocktail quality and the value proposition; drinks arrive promptly and are made to individual taste. The cocktail programme itself earns repeated mention for both craft and presentation, with guests noting gorgeous drinks that justify the experience. The atmosphere balances sophistication with approachability, making it equally suited to casual evenings and special occasions—birthdays and group celebrations feature prominently in positive feedback. Within Deansgate's competitive cocktail and bar landscape, Dirty Martini holds its ground as a neighbourhood favourite where service excellence and consistent execution matter as much as the drink itself.
What Stands Out
Service excellence
Staff members Billy, Niyah, Lydia, Melissa, and Ola are repeatedly praised for being attentive, friendly, and efficient—multiple recent reviews highlight their ability to anticipate needs and create a welcoming atmosphere.
Bottomless brunch value
Reviewers consistently note getting 'more than our money's worth' of drinks, with cocktails arriving promptly and made to individual taste preferences during the brunch service.
Craft cocktails
Guests describe cocktails as 'gorgeous' and 'made perfectly for taste & to enjoy to look at', with staff offering knowledgeable recommendations during happy hour and brunch services.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dirty Martini - Cocktail Bar in Manchester
The bottomless brunch is a timed service (typically 1.5 hours) where cocktails and Prosecco flow continuously. Reviewers praise the value, noting they receive more drinks than expected, with staff ensuring glasses stay full and cocktails are made to individual taste.
Yes—multiple reviews highlight positive birthday and group experiences, with staff going out of their way to make occasions special. The attentive service and lively atmosphere make it well-suited to celebrations.
Service is consistently praised as friendly, efficient, and attentive. Staff are named individually in reviews for making guests feel welcome, remembering preferences, and ensuring drinks arrive promptly without making guests feel rushed.
Cocktails are described as well-crafted and visually appealing. Staff offer knowledgeable recommendations, and drinks are made to individual taste preferences—both during brunch and regular service.
Yes, Dirty Martini runs happy hour promotions. Reviewers mention visiting during happy hour and receiving staff recommendations on cocktails and pricing during these periods.
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