
The Gas Works Brewbar
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About The Gas Works Brewbar
The Gas Works Brewbar is a bar in Manchester at 5 Jack Rosenthal St, with a working brewery on the premises where its beers are brewed on site. The beer list puts its own brews alongside local and international beers. Food comes from Koi, a Korean kitchen serving gochujang chicken chips and gyosas, and the menu also includes Nom Noms, a meat-filled donut. Shuffleboard tables, darts and skee ball give groups something to play between rounds. Matches are shown on multiple TVs.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention house-brewed beer selection, shuffleboard and darts, Korean chicken and gochujang chicken chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention house-brewed beer selection, shuffleboard and darts, Korean chicken and gochujang chicken chips.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the beer, a large list that mixes house-brewed options with local and international ones, and one describes an elderflower lager as refreshing. Food from the Korean counter is close behind, with gochujang chicken chips, gyosas, Korean chicken and the meat-filled Nom Noms all named, while another reviewer had beef bon bons from a different kitchen that arrived a bit cold. Shuffle board, darts and skee ball get mentions as fun extras, and a few call the prices reasonable and the staff friendly. The main caveats are about drinks and logistics. One reviewer found a French Martini tasted of very sweet blackcurrant liqueur, and was told the bar uses its own recipes. Another notes most of the house beers were higher strength with few session options. One group was asked to leave ten minutes after ordering a round because of a private event, though it was handled politely.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the beer, a large list that mixes house-brewed options with local and international ones, and one describes an elderflower lager as refreshing. Food from the Korean counter is close behind, with gochujang chicken chips, gyosas, Korean chicken and the meat-filled Nom Noms all named, while another reviewer had beef bon bons from a different kitchen that arrived a bit cold. Shuffle board, darts and skee ball get mentions as fun extras, and a few call the prices reasonable and the staff friendly. The main caveats are about drinks and logistics. One reviewer found a French Martini tasted of very sweet blackcurrant liqueur, and was told the bar uses its own recipes. Another notes most of the house beers were higher strength with few session options. One group was asked to leave ten minutes after ordering a round because of a private event, though it was handled politely.
Featured reviews
- Jcro
“We were hungry, and needed a pint and we into this large brewpub, showing the Sunday matches on multiple TVs. Beer selection was great, both their own brews and a pretty extensive list of local and international beers. Beyond the TV, there is shuffle board tables, an outdoor seating area and loads of other touches (smart phone chargers, for instance) The big surprise was was the food, done by Koi which offers an absolutely delicious mix of Korean foods. We had the gochujang chicken chips and gyosas (dumplings) which were exceptionally tasty. We’d have had more, but we had dinner planned for a few hours later!. This place is pretty special, with excellent service and very fun vibe.”
- Antony Ashcroft
“Cocktails were poor, use their own take rather than classic recipes which on this occasion meant a French Martini tasted of very sweet blackcurrant liqueur. I questioned why they were using the liquer instead of the Chambord, which was right next to it, and they explained they use funny recipes and it would taste the same. It didn't.”
- Andy Sumner
“Been here a few times in larger groups and it has worked well. Always a decent selection of beers many of which are brewed on the premises but be warned most of them were higher strength when I last went. Not many session strength. Worth a visit though”
- Jennifer Firth
“Had food from Thief Street here which was good although the beef bon bons were a bit cold. QR code ordering and didn't really see/speak to any staff other than when they delivered food but they were friendly. Skee ball and darts available. There were a few kids in at lunch time so quite kid friendly!”
- Martha Hussey
“Busy Saturday evening place was busy but managed to get table. Food was delicious and staff very friendly and helpful”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Buzzy, modern-rustic brewpub featuring house-made beers, pub fare & shuffleboard in spacious digs.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Gas Works Brewbar
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- Britons Protection4.52,6040.1 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gas Works Brewbar | 4.31,808 | — | house-brewed beer selection, shuffleboard and darts, Korean chicken |
| Rain BarWheelchair accessible | 4.42,738 | 0.1 mi | manchester craft lager, canalside outdoor terrace, pre-ordered pizza and food |
| Britons Protection | 4.52,604 | 0.1 mi | victorian tile work, cask ale hand pumps, whisky selection |
| The Peveril of the Peak | 4.62,252 | 0.1 mi | decent local ales, tiled exterior, multiple separate rooms |
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