Marr‘s Bar & Grill MCR

Head up to Prestwich and you'll find yourself in a place that takes its cocktails seriously without the pretension that can make Manchester's bar scene exhausting. The team here knows their way around a bottle—whether you're after a classic or something with a bit more invention—and they'll actually listen when you tell them what you fancy rather than just pouring what's popular. The grill work is properly done too; this isn't a cocktail bar that happens to do food, it's a proper spot where both sides of the menu matter. The vibe is welcoming and unpretentious, full of locals who've worked out it's worth the journey north of the city centre.