Get to know the Northern Quarter

Set in the heart of the bustling Northern Quarter, our city living apartments at The Astley have a whole range of exciting shops, eateries and bars just a stone’s throw away. So whether you’re after great coffee, vintage clothes or that perfect bite to eat, you’re sure to find it in the Northern Quarter. Check out our guide to the best bits of this exciting area…

For after work drinks…

For some after work drinks with a bit of a difference, there’s no place like Twenty Twenty Two. If you feel like grabbing a cocktail and hitting the dancefloor or ordering your favourite pint and challenging someone to a game of ping pong, you’re in the right place.

Stonebaked pizza in a restaurant, Manchester Northern Quarter

For the finest food…

The Northern Quarter just has too many amazing restaurants nearby to mention just one… So we’ll try to keep this list short! TNQ serves the best food if you’re after a fancier meal. For the best local Mexican, try El Capo! Or head to Dough for the freshest pizza. Finally, if you’re after some crispy fried chicken, Yard & Coop is for you.

For the unique gift…

There’s no place quite like Afflecks in Manchester. An ‘emporium of eclecticism’, this is the place to come if you need to find that gift for that person. From handmade jewellery and vintage designs, to artworks and instruments, you’ll find it here.

Vintage clothes on a rack in street. Go shopping in the Northern Quarter!

For the coolest clothes…

Filled to the brim with vintage clothes and independent brands, Manchester’s Northern Quarter has it all. We love Blue Rinse Vintage and Bags of Flavor for some vintage, 70s clothes, or if you’re interested in streetwear and casualwear brands, head to Oi Polloi and Nola.

Cactus and menu on a table in a cafe, Northern Quarter

For the smoothest coffee…

Using the finest coffee from El Salvador and sourcing guest coffees from some of the best roasters in Europe, TAKK is the place to go for your caffeine hit. This Scandinavian style coffee house boasts a relaxed vibe and a curated brunch menu and a great place to work and hang out.

Interested? Come along for a visit and see if this cool quarter is ideal for your next home. We’d love to have you at The Astley! Book a viewing today.