Banyan Bar & Kitchen - Manchester Corn Exchange

Head down into Exchange Square and you'll find yourself in one of Manchester's better-kept cocktail spots. Banyan's tucked away in Unit 4 of the Corn Exchange, and once you're through the doors, it's all dark wood, moody lighting, and the kind of vibe that makes you want to linger over a drink. The cocktail list takes itself seriously without being pretentious—think classic builds done right, plus some creative house specials. Food-wise, they're doing sharing plates and small bites that work brilliantly alongside drinks, so you can easily turn an evening out into proper dinner territory.