With predictions of sunny weather and temperatures of 21°C this Saturday, what better way to enjoy the sun than to have a drink in one of Manchester’s premier beer gardens?
According to Google reviews, there are five clear frontrunners in terms of central Manchester pubs that have beer gardens…
- Track Brewing Co – 4.8/5 stars, 479 review
Described in one review as having a “superb beer garden”, this pub is located in Piccadilly Trading Estate.
A common theme in the reviews for this pub is its good atmosphere and the fact that you can see staff making and packing the beers during weekdays.
2. The Marble Arch Inn – 4.7/5 stars, 2,364 reviews
Notable for its sloping floor, tiling on the ceiling, and Victorian architecture, this Rochdale Road pub is a firm favourite for visitors and locals alike.
With one review calling it “one of the finest pubs in the universe”, the term “real ale” is referenced in 72 separate reviews.
3. The Black Friar – 4.7/5 stars, 1,625 reviews
After its refurbishment and reopening in 2021, this has Salford pub has soared in popularity.
Mostly known for its Sunday lunch, the atmosphere was described in one review as “so warm and welcoming that I half expected to be tucked in for a nap afterward.”
4. Cask – 4.7/5 stars, 1,251 reviews
With one review citing this pub’s “lovely hidden beer garden”, it is known for its range of German and Belgian beers.
The pub is situated in Ancoats, with the beer garden overlooking the canal.
5. Port Street Beer House – 4.6 stars, 2,695 reviews
This pub is located in the Northern Quarter and the beer garden is described as being “cosy” and “lovely” in the Google reviews.
One review says of the pub: “they’ve been serving the best selection of locally and imported beer for years.”
Featured Image: The Black Friar beer garden
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