Bar Fringe — Restaurant in Manchester

This real ale bar near Manchester Victoria is a good honest real ale boozer that also has a Belgium Bar feel to it This pub also serves bottled and on tap foreign and European ales When in Manchester, a must to visit On Tuesday 6th September 2022 i revisited this establishment the interiors exactly the same still served good range of european ales but it has now a lot better range of hand pumped ales great cls and bar staff so 5 stars ive upgraded this pub to I again came back yo this great pun on Sunday, 12th March 2023 This pub has the same landlady as before, which seems like the same local following and the rail ales and Belgium draft beers still on As before, fffing excellent landlady still as loud but adds to the places good value I wish 1 thing though🤫 that the Belgium draft ales become cheaper Saturday 30th December 2023 We again came into this quite superb Belgium theamed pub on the edge on Manchesters Northern auarter These great locals and visitors to Manchester is a place to behold for drinkers of hand pumped real ales and bottled and draught Belgium beers A must to visit for perveers of good ales when in Manchester Saturday 19th April 2025 Tonight, i again had a couple of Belgium lambic beers on in this great real ale pub This pub is fantastic and the outdoor beer garden is as usual a great place to drink in Keep up the good work...

Tucked away in the Northern Quarter, Bar Fringe is one of those places that instantly makes you feel at home. The inside of the pub is decorated beautifully, with a quirky mix of vintage charm and character that gives it a warm, welcoming vibe. Every corner seems to have something interesting to look at, and the atmosphere is relaxed yet full of personality.

What really sets Bar Fringe apart, though, is its beer selection—especially if you’re a fan of Belgian brews. The range is top notch, with an impressive variety of strong, flavourful options you won’t find in your average pub. Whether you’re into Trappist ales or fruity lambics, there’s something here to satisfy any palate.

A perfect spot for anyone who appreciates great beer in a place...

One of the best proper pubs in Manchester. The place is tiny, 30 people pack it out but there's a small beer garden at the back which increases capacity in the summer.

The atmosphere is surprisingly "local" for a city centre pub and you'll quickly find yourself feeling at home.

The beer is well kept and the 6 ales on cask extend beyond the Manchester standard of 5 IPAs and a porter, variably including blondes, rubys, bitters, bests and amber's.

A good jukebox with plenty of classic rock and Manchester favourites tops off the experience but volume is kept moderate so conversation is never impeded.

Give it a try if you're around the Northern...