Walrus

Walrus prides itself as being one of the Northern Quarter's first cocktail bars. Providing a chilled out atmosphere to grab something to eat in the day, Walrus is also a perfect venue for some post-work unwinding with a drink. The menu provides plenty of hearty meals such as burgers, fish and chips, steak, and a number of different sharing plates. There's also a roast dinner available on Sundays and 50% off food every Monday to start your week off with a treat. It's the huge amount of cocktails that people know Walrus for though, with plenty of Manc-centric names (Stoned Roses and Ancoats' Anorak are just a couple on offer) all set at fair prices. Their recently opened basement bar is a good choice to relocate to most evenings with frequent DJ sets from the likes of Murkage and XFM's Gareth Brooks. It's also available to hire for parties or cocktail masterclasses, and it won't cost you a penny. [Charlotte Davies]