New York inspired cocktail bar and restaurant, Manahatta, is set to open up its eighth luxurious cocktail bar in Sheffield next month.
For those that love the downtown chic atmosphere, usually only found at the Big Apple, you're in for a big treat.
Manahatta (which holds the same name as the original name for Manhattan in New York) takes inspiration from the iconic NYC borough to bring its world-famous party vibes and incredible cocktails to South Yorkshire in Sheffield.
Naturally, the place is going to be a complete Instagram hotspot with neon signs, a dedicated photobooth to capture all the action, and even swings, for those looking for a unique seating option to while away the night, cocktail in hand, from Manahatta's own cocktails trees.
Manahatta Sheffield is set to showcase nothing less of the most glamorous drinks, show-stopping entertainment and, bring a whole new meaning to bottomless brunches with unlimited booze and tasty treats available during the daytime and well into the evening.
This really is going to be the perfect location for any dressed-up ocassion.
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At present, the building is putting its final touches to a currently derelict building next to City Hall on Fountains Precinct, but the £2 million project will come to life for the first day of trading on Saturday 11 February 2023- only a few short weeks away.
So what can the Steel City expect? Well, by day you can grab an authentic taste of Manhattan New York style brunch or light lunches, before being tempted by the indulgent American-style menu available the evening, perfect for a hearty meal after a long day in the city. For those looking for a bite to eat whilst dancing into the early hours, there's also a perfectly-crafted bar snacks option, perfect to pair with one of the sophisticated cocktails or glass from the wine list.
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Manahatta is bringing that larger-than-life attitude that's its been known and loved for since its early days in Leeds, and bringing in long-standing menu favourites like supersize sharing cocktails, cocktail trees and Manahatta Magnums plus, the two for one cocktails offer available every Sunday - Friday.
But if all this isn't enough, Manahatta will also be giving its favourite drinks and dishes a ‘Steel City twist’ by adding Henderson’s Relish to the menu. Expect to see a signature Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Henderson’s and Beef Brisket here, and even a Hendo's cocktail, no doubt it'll be extremely popular in the sauce's hometown.
This won't be your average night out in Sheffield, there's going to be live entertainment from Thursday - Sunday alongside a timetable of the best DJs the city has to offer at Manahatta's latest opening.
Bookings are now open and can be done on the Manahatta website here.
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Grade-II listed city centre bar to open East Asian-inspired street food kitchen
Howard Assembly Room to launch new bar with permanent kitchen from Yuzu Street Food.
HAR bar, the intimate Grade II-listed space beneath Leeds City Centre's multi-disciplinary venue, the Howard Assembly Room,will now open five days a week with a brand new permanent food partner.
If you're not familiar York’s Yuzu Street Food, then allow us to fill you in.
First established in York following an enlightening culinary trip to Asia in 2019, Yuzu Street Food is now recognised as one of the north’s finest street food vendors.
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Serving up contemporary takes on bao buns, fried chicken, ramen, katsu curry and much more; Yuzu are set to be the perfect addition to the Howard Assembly Room and its new bar HAR.
First launched in February, a programme of improvements saw the space previously occupied by the restaurant Kino transformed into the HAR bar.
An intimate venue in the cultural heart of the city, HAR bar guests can now enjoy fresh coffee, quality cocktails and a rotation of beers from breweries including Leeds institution Kirkstall Brewery throughout the week.
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Yuzu Street Food will open at HAR on Friday 15 May.
Michael Wilkinson, Director of Strategy and Commercial, said: “We are very excited to be welcoming Yuzu to HAR bar, with their Asian-inspired street food providing the perfect accompaniment to our range of drinks and firmly establishing HAR bar as one of Leeds’ leading spots to meet and eat.
"We want everyone in the city to feel that this is their space, where great music, a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service combine to create a truly special place that embodies the city’s creativity while also supporting Opera North’s outreach work across the north.
Chris Hargroves, Yuzu Founder & CEO, said: “We’re delighted to be back in Leeds city centre! Leeds has always shown us incredible support and energy and returning really feels like coming home. We’re excited to reconnect with the community, welcome familiar faces and introduce our new menu items to the new ones. Working with such a prestigious venue as the Howard Assembly Room is something we’re absolutely buzzing about and we can’t wait to fire up the woks!”
Popular beer festival showcasing over 35 indie breweries is returning to Leeds this month
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Hop City, the long-running beer festival from award-winning Leeds-based brewery Northern Monk, returns this month for its ninth year.
Beer lovers, this one's for you.
Bringing over 35 of the best independent breweries from the UK, Europe and North America together to The Old Flax Store, Hop City will have approximately 250 different world-class beers for guests to try across one weekend of festivities.
The best part? Every pour across the weekend is included in the price of the ticket alongside a Hop City branded glass to enjoy them in, so don't worry about having to continuously reach for your wallet.
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Joining Northern Monk this year are UK breweries including Brighton’s Beak, Deya from Cheltenham, Manchester-based Track and Edinburgh’s Newbarns who will be pouring next to the likes of US breweries Trillium, Root + Branch, Finback and everywhere; Canadian’s Messorem and Third Moon, and a selection of Europe’s finest indie brewers.
Seriously, this is a beer lover's paradise.
And it's not just about the booze, as joining Hop City 2026 will be joined by Leeds’ own Bundobust who will be bringing their Indian street food alongside Bonehead Fried Chicken and Hermanos Caliente, courtesy of Niko’s Comfort Kitchen.
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Not a beer fan? Don't fret as natural wine bar Rinse will be pouring all weekend whilst Below Stairs will be providing the cocktails.
Russell Bisset, Founder of Northern Monk, said: “What started out as an idea to host some of our favourite breweries in Leeds has grown into something bigger than we could have imagined. From the beginning, the ambition was clear - to champion the best hop-forward breweries in the world and to create the first beer festival in Europe dedicated to celebrating hoppy beers and IPAs.
"Today, it’s about bringing some of the greatest breweries from across the globe together under one roof, creating something genuinely special for people who love beer as much as we do. Heading into our ninth year with a line-up of this calibre is something we’re incredibly proud of. It’s not just about the beer, but the community, collaboration, and spirit behind it.”
Hop City 2026 will take place from Friday 15 to Saturday 16 of May, and you can buy your tickets here.
Clementine Hall -
13th January 2023 
