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STERLING BAR, Manchester, Greater Manchester

STERLING BAR

4.7
4.7
188 Reviews
£26 to £40
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
21:30
Booked 20 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
STERLING is a luxurious bar located underneath the historic Stock Exchange
Hotel. You can expect live music, vintage spirits, rare wine and elegant cocktails all
served alongside bar snacks.

Please note that we only able to accept a certain amount of reservations each day as we leave a lot of tables for walk-ins, so please do not be put off visiting us if you are unable to reserve.

We have a 15 minute grace period for each booking.

We are a seated venue only and all reservations are guaranteed 2 hours at the table.

We are an over 18's only venue and do not accept cash.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 17:00–00:30 Sat 14:00–00:30
  • Phone number
    0161 359 6211
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Hot spot

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Great for live music

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Lively

  • Manchester

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Manchester

    Hot spot

  • Manchester

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sterling Bar in Manchester is renowned for its "fabulous cocktails" and "faultless service," providing a "wonderful atmosphere" with live music. While some find the music too loud, the "attentive staff" and expertly mixed drinks make it a standout venue. A perfect spot for those seeking vibrant entertainment.

188 Reviews
  1. Alex

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and the cocktails were superb. Choice of music and atmosphere were also brilliant

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  2. Sara

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First experience at Sterling Bar for birthday cocktails with the family. ( We go to Schofields bar regularly. ) We all absolutely loved it. Brilliant vibe and loved the music. My daughter said it was the best cocktail she’s ever had. Will now be our bar of choice when in centre of Manchester. We will definitely be back.

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  3. aria

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have to experience the music at Sterling, then give it our another accurate review and rating

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  4. George

    Staffordshire

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cocktails, brilliant service and beautiful underground 20s vibe.

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  5. Felice

    Glasgow

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere Great singer / piano player Cocktails were amazing

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  6. Sue

    Manchester

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We didn’t have food but could not skip that hence only 1 star. Cocktails and service were excellent. We found the bar very noisy and prefer something a little more chilled for a pre dinner drink.

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  7. Ian

    Calgary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great drinks and service from friendly knowledgeable staff. Atmosphere is very good and thoroughly enjoyed the evening.

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  8. Andrew

    London

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 11 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    It was quiet, 7pm and we were the only ones in Thanks

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  9. Eddie

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Live music, good ambience with outstanding service

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  10. Tom

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an excellent venue with excellent service and a good choice of drinks. Overall very impressed

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FAQs

STERLING BAR is rated 4.7 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for STERLING BAR

4 Norfolk St, Manchester, Greater Manchester M2 1DW

Additional information

  • Area
    Manchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 17:00–00:30 Sat 14:00–00:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Entertainment, Late Night, Wine
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