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Oscars Bar

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Address
34 Canal Street, Manchester
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Phone
+44 161 237 9201
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Website
www.oscarsbarcanalstreet.co.uk

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About this place Oscars Bar

Oscars Bar is a small gay bar on Manchester's Canal Street that puts on live music, mostly for a 30-something crowd.

It's not a club. Think of it as a low-key spot for drinks and conversation, a place to actually hear your friends talk. The atmosphere is cozy, a good antidote to the bigger, louder venues nearby.

You'll find live performances happening regularly here. And when the weather's good, there's a terrace that looks out over the canal – a nice little escape from the street itself. Don't expect anything fancy with the drinks; it's a solid selection of cocktails and other standards.

Just remember, it's shut on Mondays. Otherwise, it's a reliable choice for a relaxed night out, especially if you're after some tunes and a bit of chat without the full-on club experience.

Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 18:00-00:00
Tuesday 18:00-00:00
Wednesday 18:00-00:00
Thursday 17:00-00:30
Friday 16:00-02:00
Saturday 14:30-02:00
Sunday 14:00-00:00

Features

Gay Ages 31-40 Cabaret Shows Live music Dancing Area Outdoor Patio Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Cabaret / Show bar Outdoor terrace

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Benjamin Laniakea
Benjamin Laniakea Jun 2026
millie
millie Jun 2026

Popped in with a friend for a drink on Friday 6th - the two staff behind the bar would have completely spoiled the vibe if it weren’t for the younger bubbly lad with the curly mullet with fantastic customer service - we even got another drink just for his smile! Will be returning when he’s on shift :)

Craig Johnson
Craig Johnson May 2026
Aled Griffiths
Aled Griffiths May 2026
Justin Mullender
Justin Mullender Mar 2026
Azaria Close
Azaria Close Feb 2026

Says it opens at 2pm wasn't open at half 2. Shouldn't have open times if you're not going to open at them times

Scott and Rachel
Scott and Rachel Feb 2026

My spiritual home, my temple 🫶🏻

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