Star & Garter

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  Maximilian Fischer

  ·3 months ago

  “Had some of the best nights of my life here over the last 35-40 years. From Crust, Skate and Ska/Ska-Punk to Metal, this place has them all. Atmosphere is fantastic and always a bouncing crowd.”

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  purpledeflector

  ·4 months ago

  “My review might be unfair as I've not been since 2010 or something. Back then this was one of the snottiest pubs in Manchester, in terms of its cliquey, pretentious clientele. The club nights and events could still be fun in spite of this, and the music was always pretty good, in the hands of a particular DJ who I think is often down in London now.”

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  Caroline Trott

  ·4 months ago

  “We went here for the temporary Stones & Silva transformation of the pub, in the weekend of their final match of their careers at Man City. What an amazing atmosphere! Made us want to go back when it's back to the Star and Garter. Real surprise little gem of a place.”

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  John Browne

  ·4 months ago

  “Went yesterday to celebrate my M8 Jeff's birthday and to enjoy the John Stones Bernardo Silva pop up bar it was great”

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  Adam Lancaster

  ·5 months ago

  “Visited many times for gigs and always had a great time, everyone is friendly and the sound for gigs is great!”

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  Tom L

  ·5 months ago

  “This place is pretty bare bones: just the way we like it. We attended a DJ night. You get your drinks on the ground floor. You head upstairs & get on the dance floor. Anyone who goes to the Star & Garter is headed there for fun. It is attitude free. Just get on the dance floor & enjoy your night.”

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  Matthew Pimm

  ·6 months ago

  “The Star & Garter is a legendary live venue and hosts unique alternative / indie club nights.”

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  Nuts

  ·1 year ago

  “Brilliant that this place is still going despite the obstacles it's encountered over the years. Been to several gigs here over the years as it gives opportunities to less well known bands to play live gigs as well as hosting the regular Smiths disco. It really is a bit if a dump and could do with a little bit of improvement, even a clean would help. Won't allow payment for drinks with cash which is pretty odd. Originally built in 1803 then moved 50 yards in 1877 due to the expansion of the railway station opposite. Fortunate to only get minor damage when the Germans bombed Manchester in WWII. Long may it continue.”

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  Simon McCabe

  ·1 year ago

  “Not a bad venue. Not cheap, but not the most expensive either. Stage seems awkwardly placed. It leaves people very much in the way. They were having a few technical difficulties, I don't know if it was a band or venue issue. Barman was very nice. Sound could have been better. Looked like the cubicle in the men's was locked off. I'd definitely go again.”

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  Shaun Melia

  ·2 years ago

  “A small but worthy gig venue, went to see Marisa and the Moths, Kite Thief's and Kit Rigg. So let me tell you more, if your a booking agent book your bands in, if your an independent band or singer use this class public place. The atmosphere was superb, the beers where great, wine was chilled and as the females said "Darling it's making me feel fruity" which leads me on to the staff, well these guys were fast, polite and very helpful. Didn't wait anymore than two minutes to get served which was good as the place was full, got to say its a must place to watch a great gig at reasonable prices. Long live independent music venues. It's also just a few minutes walk to Piccalilly Railway Station, Bus routes and local taxis”

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