This is my favourite bar in Preston by a mile.. I have only praise for the excellent cocktails,…read more fun indie rock n roll vibe and passion for good drinks. Excellent bar staff, sensible and friendly door staff plus a varied and we'll thought out menu. If you like classic cocktails don't be afraid to ask they will make you whatever you ask for and give you inspiration if you are struggling to choose. If you are in Preston head to Fox Street!

If your gonna populate your staff room with students who have no interest in your business, but do…read morehave a crap attitude then the place is not worth my coin. The fact there were 5 of us and we wanted different cocktails resulted in the barman moaning at us. he was simply more interested in continuing the conversation that he was having when we walked in. Fair enough guys, you continue your conversation in future, I'll take my custom else where

Fantastic night out. Really excellent cheesey disco and…read morecocktails to die for.

This is probably the best cocktail bar in the north west you've never been to! Hidden away…read morealongside Wakiki on watergate street my first visit here was short lived as fashionable lateness had cost me last orders. Howevver we promptly returned the week after and immediately fell in love with the place. What an incredible experiance. First thing you notice is the size of the place. (Tiny) It genuinely feels like a hidden bar from the prohibition era with incredible decor and music that suits the Blues/Jazzy environment to perfection. Being here is like traveling back in time to the 20's when alcohol was illegal and small secret bars like these were littered across America. The theme is consistent with the menu hidden inside a book that's handed to you upon arrival. So mesmerized were we with the vibe and conversation the cocktail taste bud memories are hazy at best. (I'll leave you with a visual of the cocktails we had. One was lemon based the other strawberry based?) This is THE perfect place for those who like sophisticated conversation with your aptly aesthetic cocktails. It's not noisey, it's not busy, it's just right. Definitely worth a visit. I'll certainly be returning.

After being handed the drink menu in a Bible I was hooked. I wish this was the Best Kept Secret in…read moreChester but unfortunately it is a popular place to be so get there early; grab a table with some friends; sit back and enjoy the atmosphere. My one criticism would be that may be the music is too loud but that's that's it. They have an extensive cocktail menu however if there's something not on the menu just asked for it and you will receive. All in all, this is one of my favourite places to go in Chester

Couldn't have had a better experience. I've been here loads of times and haven't had anything less…read morethan an amazing time. Staff are always accommodating and lovely. This last time I had Tamryn as our server who always made sure we weren't short of drinks and made sure the food was satisfactory. I had a the risotto del bosco which is the best risotto I've ever had Verona provides a place where you can enjoy yourself and have a great time which has been invaluable during the current pandemic. 10/10.

From the owner: Looking to organise a party or celebration? We specialise in…read moredelivering event celebrations for Christenings, Wakes, Birthdays, Weddings, Engagements.... you name it we will help you celebrate it! We are able to cater for large gatherings of up to 200 people in our exclusive adjoining 'wine bar & gin lounge' The Balcony. Verona Kitchen & Bar is a family friendly 'Italian Kitchen & Bar' specialising in authentic 'wood fired' pizzas and hearty Italian pasta dishes. We have a super range of wines/cocktails & craft beers' in our bar downstairs plus an adjoining 'wine bar & gin lounge' to the first floor for those diners looking to see the night through. Fancy a night in? Our tasty range of pizzas are also available for 'take away' for those diners looking for a relaxing night in, call us or visit our web-site to order. We have a fabulous well stocked bar and very well trained 'cocktail bar tenders' to help deliver the ultimate party experience. Contact us now to find out more. Buffet menus are available on request.

Having been to the establishment in Chorlton many times, I was pleasantly surprised when a friend…read moresuggested we go to the Laundrette in town. Recently opened, the new restaurant is one of the few on First Street so it is quite easy to find. Obviously we took advantage of the January offer and judging by how busy it was on a Tuesday night, so did a lot of other people! Walking it the vibes were really good with great lounge music playing and people chatting away. The menu and drinks offerings seemed to be the same and prices very reasonable. We all knew what we wanted to have anyway- our favourite burger or pizzas! We started with a sharing platter which would probably suit 2 people more than 4, but everything on the board was cooked perfectly. We especially liked the spicy mayonaise as it had a good kick to it. I really liked the burger- big thick and juicy with accompaniments to match and we ordered 1more mac and cheese to share halfway through our meal cos we couldn't get enough of it! The staff were really friendly and bubbly which made the night an even better experience. We sat on the outside tables, so you might want to watch out for the heaters, as they are really hot! I must say, I was very impressed with this restaurant, and dare I say it, as good as the original!

Decided to come for a few cocktails with the boyf before a night out. We were pleasantly surprised…read morethat they got tipsy pretty quickly. The atmosphere was great fantastic tunes playing in the background which really got us excited for the night ahead of us. We got three drinks one of which was a shared which was served in a massive popcorn container! It was delicious and worth the money. If coming here definitely try one of the cocktails they are gimmicky and very fun to drink! A great place for a catch up session with the girls and for prepping a night out on the town. I will be back!

Came here after a visit to my dying father at Royal Albert and I was wearing a Marmaduke (the film)…read moreshirt and I was mocked repeatedly by another customer. I politely asked the staff to remove the clearly evil man however they didn't comply and after I warned everyone calmly that I was 'ready to rumble' I was asked to leave rather than the thug that mocked me and my dying father and I didn't even have time to finish my martini before I was forcibly removed. That being said the food was actually decent and I would recommend as long as you're not a devout fan of animated canines in which case give it a miss

Been in here a couple off time it a Cuban bar/restaurant it situated round the corner from the…read moregrand arcade just up the little hill. It a small bar with seating around you there is another little room at back of the bar if you want to eat Iv not tryed the food there so can't comment on it. There is a upstairs area but not had the chance to go up so can't comment on it. There staff is pretty friendly and helpful the beer a bit pricey they do cocktail but not had 1 yet as I'm not a cocktail person.

This is a new bar grill/restaurants this place should have opened it doors in July but finally it…read moreopened up just over a week ago Iv been in a couple off times and all I can say is how nice it is inside. This place use to be the old pooled pies shop/restaurant but closed it doors many years ago and nw reopened as a bar grill/restaurant and what a transformation they done there plenty off seats downstairs and there seating upstairs aswell or if you perfair you can sit at the bar. The staff are really nice and welcoming Iv not tryed the food yet but it smells nice when you walk in.

A great eaterie, I recommend it here. The beef brisket is lovely…read more After about 10pm the place takes on more of a wine bar rather than restaurant feel. We were left to relax with drinks and the waiter couldn't have been lovelier. He brought us fresh popcorn as a bar snack and kept replenishing it without being asked to. The cocktail menu is fairly decent and, although I didn't have one myself, I saw plenty of other diners with them and they looked appealing.

I don't normally bother reviewing chains because they're all the same but this Botanist stood out…read morefor 1) Charming service 2) Excellent live piano player 3) Nice seating in a conservatory-like space at the rear (where there were also a couple of hilarious novice teenage dates going on) 4) Delicious main of gnocchi with roast butternut squash, Tenderstem broccoli, candied walnuts, garlic chips, rocket and walnut pesto - tasty and unusual combo of textures and flavours

Our group ventured in for predinner drinks. While most selected local beers, a few of us enjoyed…read morecocktails. To start, I have to say I was impressed with the cocktail list. Not only did it have a lot of variety, but it also seemed to mix in local, seasonal fruits into the drinks. I selected the Melon & Basil Smash. It was fresh, but not very strong. In fact, I noticed very little alcohol being added. Also, it had a lot of ice. Still, a great tasting drink. I liked the atmosphere - the whole look and feel of the place. The service was prompt and prices were good. Next trip to Alderley will include a visit!

It's hard to review Rivington Barn without mentioning the reason why weekend finds this place so…read morebusy. Simply, it's set in some of the most beautiful countryside in the country. It attracts motor bikers, not the 'shoot you on the motorway' variety, but the colourful character types. But apart from them, you'll find walkers', runners', hikers' and mountain bikers' next to casual moochers', many of whom have been doing what they love around the Rivvy Hills and are recuperating with a hot drink, scone, meal or some other traditional delight. The barn provides all of this, along with an array of small stalls and, as this is Lancashire, some respite from the rain. There is a small museum next to the barn that is well worth a look. One of the stories it tells is about a plane that crashed during the war, killing all on board, on one of the hills. In the picture attached you can see the monument they erected in their memory. The picture does not do the area justice - get up there and see it. You can buy guide books from the Barn and toddle off on all manner of walks.

Rivington Hall Barn is set in the beautiful surrounding area of Rivington, it is a lovely black and…read morewhite traditional building, full of character and has lots of charm, beautiful to look at inside and out. A pleasure to visit. Inside of the Hall Barn it has lovely beams from the roof and hanging from these are fairy lights that are lit for wedding receptions etc and are a stunning effect. There is a bar serving alcholol at one end, chair and table in the centre and seats around the edges, some standing areas. At the other end is a carvery area and hot and cold food area. On Sundays and Bank Holidays the Barn Hall is a popular destination that attracts bikers and walkers and families etc, the atmosphere is great and the barn opens on Sundays to serve food and drinks. It is a wonderful sight outside on the forecourt of the Barn Hall when the motorbikes are all parked up, they are wonderful machinesamazing to see and such a great atmosphere, very friendly bunch. The food that is served in the Hall Barn is of a very high standard, there are lots of tablesbe there before 2pm for lunch as they stop serving at approximately that time or just later. There are a few stalls inside too on Sundays offering cards, socks, jewellery and pictures to name a few. The toilets are recently updated and are a good facility, ultra modern. The Barn opens on Sundays and Bank Holidays normally but is also available for private functions and sometimes there are dances in the evening or live bands. The Hall Barn is a beautiful venue for a wedding. One of my favourite places to be and so I do Highly recommend Rvington Hall Barn.