Iconic Bar

Gay bar · Manchester Gay Village

Iconic is a small, independent gay bar on Richmond Street, a few steps from Canal Street. It is known for its large gin selection and theme nights such as bingo and quiz.

• ★ 4.7 on Google (41)
• Gin selection

Address

29 Richmond Street
M1 3NB Manchester

Opening hours

Mon and Thu 3 pm–midnight
Tue and Wed 3 pm–11 pm
Fri 3 pm–1 am, Sat 2 pm–1 am
Sun 2 pm–11 pm

Crowd

Mixed, mostly regulars; busier at weekends

Programme

Bingo and quiz, theme nights, cabaret, DJ at the weekend

Location

Richmond Street, Gay Village

What makes Iconic Bar special

Iconic feels more like a pub than a club: small, friendly and easy to visit on your own. During the week quiz and bingo nights liven things up, and at the weekend a DJ plays. The team and prices are praised; reviews criticised the toilets.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: GayOut (verified, updated 12 Oct 2026), Travel Gay (updated Sep 2026), Thatsup (updated Jun 2026), Google (4.7 stars, 41 reviews). Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before you go.