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Monday 12pm - 11pm Tuesday 12pm - 11pm Wednesday 12pm - 11pm Thursday 12pm - 11pm Friday 12pm - 12am Saturday 12pm - 12am Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Rain Bar

Name: Rain Bar
Address: 80 Great Bridgewater Street, Manchester, M15JG, GB
Telephone: +441612356500
Price range: ££
Rating: 4.2

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Rain Bar is located in the heart of Manchester, next to the Rochdale Canal. The bar serves traditional pub food. Have something to celebrate? Rain Bar
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Located alongside the peaceful Rochdale Canal in the heart of Manchester…
…Once a busy umbrella factory, Rain Bar has been transformed into a modern, stylish bar with extensive outdoor seating terrace that's perfect for a relaxing drink by the canal. Enjoy a selection of JW Lees cask ales, lagers, craft beers, fine wines, popular spirits, and soft drinks, there's something to suit all tastes, whilst our attentive bar staff, ensure you a warm welcome whatever the weather. The Rain Bar restaurant operates a ‘walk in’ policy, which means no booking is necessary. A word of warning though, be sure to arrive early, when the sun is out! Rain Bar’s exclusive first floor bar and outdoor terrace is available for private functions. Why not speak to our staff about our bespoke buffet service? We can tailor our buffet menu to suit your needs. Looking for something more formal? The boardroom situated on the 2nd floor is perfect for meetings and can be converted into the perfect ceremony room for weddings. Rain Bar is licensed for ceremonies and we can host up to 50 guests, accommodate 50 guests for a wedding breakfast and even provide a bespoke buffet for up to 120 guests at your reception. With excellent transport links, within walking distance of the city centre, an abundance of hotels nearby and the beautiful back drop of the canal lock, Rain Bar is the perfect location for your special day. For further details about Rain Bar or comprehensive menu options, contact any member of our staff who will be delighted to help you. We look forward to seeing you soon.

14/11/2026

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13/11/2026

Happy Friday! ❤

It’s starting to look a bit festive in here…

Start your weekend off right with us.

Plenty of cosy seats, a warm fireplace, and outdoor seating with heaters ~ take your pick, we've got it all here at Rain Bar...

13/11/2026

It’s beginning to look a lot like plumness 💜

The time is now. A Rain Bar exclusive. Plum Pudding is now pouring before anyone else gets their hands on it

It’s the most wonderful time of year when the Plum is back

Come and fight off the hoards and grab a pint now

11/11/2026

Some of last night’s preparations

11/11/2026

Winter is coming...

10/11/2026

Memories, mischief and musical theatre - Cats is coming to the Palace Theatre! 🎦

Heading to the show? We're the purr-fect place for a drink and something to eat before the curtain goes up, or to carry on the night afterwards.

Come for the theatre, stay for the drinks 🎭

09/11/2026

🎄Christmas is soon approaching and the Christmas markets are already here!🍾

🥂Get into the festive spirit and explore Manchester Christmas Markets, with twinkling lights, festive stalls, delicious food and plenty of seasonal treats to discover throughout the city centre🎄

❄Once you've finished browsing, why not head to one of our sister pubs, Founders, which is right near the markets? Or, if you fancy continuing your festive day out, Rain Bar is only a short walk away too🍻

☃Make a day of it and join us for a mulled w**e before or after your Christmas market adventure! 🎄

06/11/2026

Merry Quizmas everyone 🎅🎄🔔

In partnership with our chosen charity, Teenage Cancer Trust, we will be hosting a Festive Charity Quiz on Sunday 6th of December!

For such a great cause and with only £10 entry per team, you wouldn't want to miss out on the event of the season

We're only a month out and there's sure to be lots of fighting for places so follow the link below and get your teams together:
https://www.rain-bar.co.uk/?modal=booking

Cask ales & premium spirits served alongside quality pub food on our outdoor terrace overlooking Bridgewater Canal. Best Pub In Manchester

06/11/2026

Merry Quizmas everyone 🎄🎅🔔

In partnership with our chosen charity, the Teenage Cancer Trust, we will be hosting a Festive Charity Quiz on Sunday 6th of December!

For such a great cause and with only £10 entry per team you wouldn't want to miss out on the event of the season

We're only a month out and there's sure to be lots of fighting for places so follow the link below and get your teams together:

Cask ales & premium spirits served alongside quality pub food on our outdoor terrace overlooking Bridgewater Canal. Best Pub In Manchester

06/11/2026

Bringing in the Winter in style at Rain Bar

You know it's the leafy and slightly chillier months when our Autumn and Winter food menu arrives

Full of all of your favourite JW Lees classics and some heart warming newbies, this menu is sure to warm your soul this Autumn and Winter

Follow the link to see what’s new and try today: https://www.rain-bar.co.uk/menus

Address

80 Great Bridgewater Street
Manchester
M15JG

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 11pm
Tuesday	12pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 12am
Saturday	12pm - 12am
Sunday	12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+441612356500

Website

http://www.rain-bar.co.uk/

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