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Slug & Lettuce - Albert Square Manchester

Cocktail bar
4.5(4,556 reviews)
United Kingdom

Quick Verdict

A reliable cocktail bar choice in a prime location, expect a lively atmosphere and a broad drinks menu.

Book if...

Book if you want a central location for group drinks with a guaranteed buzz.

Skip if...

Skip if you're after a quiet, intimate setting or a more specialized cocktail experience.

Best for:
After-work drinksBirthday celebrationsPre-theater cocktailsLarge groups

About Slug & Lettuce - Albert Square Manchester

Slug & Lettuce on Albert Square is a cocktail bar located right on Deansgate in Manchester. With a 4.5-star rating from over 4500 reviews, it's clearly a popular spot. It operates as a bar, restaurant, and lounge, with extended hours on weekends. Open from midday most days, closing times vary from 10 PM on Sundays to 1 AM on Saturdays. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor seating, including a beer garden. Expect a casual and trendy atmosphere. Slug & Lettuce aims to cater to groups and tourists. They offer table service, but also deliver. The place is wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances, restrooms, and parking. You can find food here, including options at the bar, plus happy hour deals. Their drinks menu focuses on beer, cocktails, wine, and a selection of hard liquor. Dancing is also an option here, making it more than just a spot for a quiet drink.

Honest Assessment

Strengths

Central Location

Right on Albert Square, easy to reach from Deansgate.

Extensive Drinks Menu

Great selection of beers, cocktails, and wine, plus hard liquor.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and parking.

Considerations

Can Get Crowded

Popular spot, so expect it to be busy, especially on weekends.

Generic Atmosphere

It's a chain bar, so might lack the unique character of independent establishments.

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Signature Dishes

Must Try

Halloumi Fries

£8

Crispy halloumi fries served with a sweet chilli dip.

Classic Burger

£13

Beef burger with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and fries.

Nachos

£14

Tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.

Frequently Asked Questions about Slug & Lettuce - Albert Square Manchester

Yes, they have happy hour drinks and food deals.

Yes, they have outdoor seating and a beer garden.

Yes, the venue has a wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and parking lot.

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