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Nº 1685 in 3448 in Manchester

Nº 123 of 248 British in Manchester

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Door staff don't let you in sportswear.

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Gareth Brown . 2024-12-01

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Came here for a birthday night out, music was great.

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Emma Louise . 2024-11-24

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Good fun pub but if your of an age like myself maybe visit early has it gets very lively. Revisited sunday 10 November not great drinks not the best and drag hosted karaoke that was a bit hit and miss ,more miss

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David J Millar . 2024-11-12

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Great place to visit when in the village! Drinks are reasonable and music is good, thanks for mailing me my ID!

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Finn Hilsdon . 2024-11-06

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Went to pop bar 5th October for bottomless brunch and wow what a fantastic day it was. Doors opened at 12pm where we were made to feel welcome instantly. The food was great and the drinks certainly flowed. The show was great, played Name that tune which brought back some memories. The entertainment was brilliant. This was our 1st time to Pop Bar and I would certainly recommend it to all my friends. After having a few too many proseccos, I realised I had left my phone and coat there. I got in touch with them, Antonio was extremely helpful, they found my items ( with everything still in the phone case) Pop Bar even posted them to me., a Huge thank you for doing that. Overall my 1st ever experience of Pop Bar was fantastic 👏 10/10

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Jennifer day . 2024-11-05

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6 of us being visitors to the city had a brilliant night out here. None of us had ever been in before but we were made to feel very welcome .. and suitably verbally abused as much as the regulars 🤣🤣!

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G Kilpatrick . 2024-11-04

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Visited the bar pop establishment called Divas (in the basement). Was a small venue which focused on karaoke, overseen by one of two drag acts. The atmosphere was good, the singing not so much.

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Francis Laverty . 2024-11-02

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Visité aquí con 2 amigos un sábado por la noche. Fue una noche realmente genial! El lugar es muy divertido. Tuve una noche fantástica escuchando el karaoke y la gente mirando. También tuvimos la suerte de conocer a una estrella de Coronation Street. ¡Me encantó!

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HullPhil . 2024-10-28

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Went tonight and watched the drag show. Funniest thing I've seen in a long time. My sides still hurt. Highly recommend to anyone. Will go again sometime

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Michael Faggetter . 2024-10-25

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biphobic: im a bisexual woman: theen who i came with were also bisexual but treated like intruders within a queer space. this was very disappointing. we were all made to feel unwelcome in the bar and told to leave once we had entered the smoking area. the space was very empty when we entered yet they still didnt want us there (although we bought drinks) honestly not worth the stress - go to filthy gorgeous at brewers on a Tuesday instead.

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natasha morris . 2024-10-23

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They were very unwelcoming in there, harassed me and my friends, kicked us out for no reason when we went to go and smoke a cigarette. DO NOT GO HERE. angry redhead female bouncer found a problem with everything

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Owen Fadden . 2024-10-23

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We've been a fan of Barpop for absolutely years... But our last visit was terrible. The place was overrun with youths and their vape smoke! I'm 32 and felt like I was at a youth center. We ordered 2 drinks.. £17!! Not the BarPop we remember.

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James Lion . 2024-10-19

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We attended bar pops brunch on Saturday. When I say it was the BEST brunch I’ve been to in Manchester I mean it! Food was great, bar staff serving our brunch drinks couldn’t have been more attentive! The queens doing the brunch were amazing! So much energy and thought went into this brunch, from the games to entertainment everything was amazing! Quick drinks, lots of laughs, we have already planned to come back! If you need a brunch in Manchester bar pop is the place to be!

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georgia clarke . 2024-10-14

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Nice little bar but the sound system is absolutely shocking so so tinny it was hurting to listen to so we had to leave after one drink

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Luke . 2024-10-07

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Solo quiero agradecerle al gerente de Blonde fit por encontrar mi bolso con mi identificación y pasaporte de la noche anterior.

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Katie A . 2024-10-06

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Yo y 7 amigos estuvimos en Manchester el fin de semana pasado para celebrar mi 50 cumpleaños. Habíamos reservado entradas ‘oro’ para el Cabaret Divas para el sábado por la noche (calle 21). ¡Qué noche! En primer lugar, nos sorprendió ver los platos de comida en nuestra mesa, ¡qué extensión! ¡Honestamente habíamos supuesto que ‘mordisquear’ significaría cacahuetes y algunas papas fritas! Wow! Cada uno tiene un vaso de prosecco gratis también. ¡Estábamos sentados en la parte delantera, así que yo estaba en la línea de fuego! Los artistas en la noche fueron Jackie Love (quien era hilarante) Krystal Kane, Beverly Tightlips y Lavender Mills. ¡Todos eran artistas brillantes y tienen piernas mucho mejores que yo! La comedia fue brillante. No te molestes en ir si te ofendes fácilmente, no lo estamos, ¡así que nos encantaron las bromas y las mejillas! Me subí al escenario con otros 3 invitados para fingir ser Patrick Swayze en ‘Ghost’ e hice un dinosaurio de plastilina! Mis amigos lloraban de risa y yo también. ¡No tenía precio! Una vez que el show terminó hubo un karaoke después de la fiesta organizada por Beverly Tightlips. Fue muy divertido, no participamos pero disfrutamos de las actuaciones. Nos había encantado quedarnos hasta el final, pero estábamos tan cansados que tuvimos que irnos antes de que terminara la noche. Me impresionó mucho la relación calidad-precio con este espectáculo; una noche completa de entretenimiento, comida y efervescencia, todo por £ 25 cada uno! Sin duda recomendaría el Cabaret Divas!

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Jane G . 2024-09-25

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Got there at 12 for bottomless brunch had to wait till half 1 to get the 1st drink, I also had to send my food back as the bun was rock hard.

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Catherine H . 2024-09-22

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Normally a great place, but we have just been denied entry as one of our group only had a citizen card, the bouncer was very rude about this and snarky, what he said came across as racist as they outright said they do not accept citizenship cards ? I rang management and they confirmed they do not allow citizen card ID, sometimes this is the only ID people can get ? My biggest issue is the fact that my friend got denied entry because of the above ^^ but the same bouncer was letting viably young people into the bar without even checking there ids and was staring at us while he did this as if to prove a point. From looking at all the other reviews most of them are about bouncers. I will be emailing you to request the bouncers id and name as I will be pursuing thesis further as we have travelled a long way to come here, to the only safe exclusive place in Manchester, only to get denied entrance duu to racist bouncers ?? Ridiculous! Stay clear of this place, especially you plan on travelling a long way. It’s a racist place and the management are not any better as the sided with the bouncer not even willing to speak to us about this issue. STAY CLEAR OF THIS PLACE !!!!

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Matthew Price . 2024-09-21

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Really fun night! 80s pop lots of dancing and great atmosphere

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Zoe Van-de-Velde . 2024-09-21

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Bar Pop in the Gay Village is an absolute gem! With good vibes, reasonable drink prices, live karaoke, dancing, and cabaret shows, it's a complete package for a night of entertainment and fun. The addition of cabaret shows brought an extra touch of excitement to the already lively atmosphere. It's perfect for a fantastic night out. Friendly staff as well.

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Lourds Clary . 2024-09-16

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Vine a uno de sus brunchs el sábado (10 de nosotros para una despedida conjunta de soltera y soltero) y solo quería decir lo increíble que hizo Lavendar Mills! !! y su co presentadora (siento mucho no haber pillado su nombre) Honestamente deberían estar tan orgullosos de sí mismos, que nos alegraron el fin de semana! Estaré gritando desde los tejados para que la gente venga a su bar y probar su brunch! su comida y servicio estaba en su punto! No tengo ni una sola culpa : ) ¡Muchas gracias por hacer nuestro fin de semana! ¡Volveremos en el futuro! D

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Destiny W . 2024-09-09

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En primer lugar y para la mayoría de los molinos de lavanda fue con mucho el mejor anfitrión que he tenido en un brunch en mucho tiempo, burbujeante, atento y simplemente increíble! ¡Debes irte si solo quieres puro entretenimiento y que te cuiden de principio a fin!

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Christie E . 2024-09-07

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Place is amazing. Welcomed with open arms and staff are fantastic! It made our trip this place will be back when we are down next year

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Paul Taylor . 2024-09-06

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Great entertainment, quick and great service and lovely atmosphere !

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fergal murphy . 2024-09-05

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I’m writing this on my partners behalf as she doesn’t not have a gmail account.The bar it self was great, fun atmosphere, the drag queens were amazing, good music, drinks and karaoke! I was on my hen do with my friends and family having the best time, the thing that let this place down was the bouncer with short red hair. She was absolutely vile, her attitude was disgusting she spoke down to us as if she was superior she had an issue as soon as we walked in. As a girl in heels sometimes our feet need a break she came over and said “I’ve told you to put your shoes on 3 times or you’re out of here” for a start she only told us once. I was with my friend in the toilet as she needed a hand because she was quite drunk she told us to open the door but because my friend had a playsuit on ment she had to take the whole outfit off to go to the toilet so I couldn’t open the door because she had no clothes on! She then told us to leave and radioed through to the other bars down the street saying “I was too drunk” yet this didn’t work as I was let it to all the other places with no problem as they said I don’t understand what she was talking about you’re fine and let us in and we continued to have a good time. It’s a real shame as this place was really good let down by one person it’s no wonder bouncers get a bad name for themselves, so if you see this woman just bare in mind that her attitude really is disgusting.

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luke crompton . 2024-09-01

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I hate to say it but I think this place is racist, my girlfriend was the only ethnic girl in this club and got asked to leave for “intoxication”! If you care about whats fair, I wouldn’t spend your money at this place people. They dont really care about their customers. My girlfriend is in bits because of how she was targeted, this could happen to anyone in a minority group, so please STAY CLEAR of this place. Myself and my girlfriend were sitting down by the entrance finishing our drink, until security approached us and said that she was “too entoxicated” and we had to leave. She simply wasn’t we kissed and she leant on my shoulder, before starting another conversation, security then escorted us out the premises which we did as they requested, because I thought that they were going to explain why we had been removed but instead they just said we had to go home, eventually we convinced the security to bring out one of the managers who said they would explain why we were removed, again saying that my girlfriend was showing signs of intoxication where she clearly wasn’t. PLEASE STAY CLEAR, this place doesn’t deserve to represent an inclusive community.

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Original Antony . 2024-09-01

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This is my new favourite bar to go too! Tune after tune! Drinks aren't too badly prices and I love anywhere that does an alcoholic slush!!! Even better now I've found the karaoke bar downstairs!!

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Emma Faye Battersby . 2024-08-24

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Fantastic night out what a atmosphere next time I come to Manchester I'll be coming to see you guys and recommending your place to people take care and keep up the great job you do thanks for a great time.

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Stuart Shaylor . 2024-08-24

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2nd time at the drag brunch this year, expected to see same show but was different and even more entertaining. The queens are brilliant, all staff very attentive and good value for money. We will be returning.

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Hannah Parker . 2024-08-12

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2 half pints of generic on tap lager for £8 £6.40 a pint but two halves are £8. Just no. It's not Glastonbury.

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A W . 2024-08-09

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A fantastic bar. So friendly. The staff and bar manager are lovely. Bar lad (ginger hair sorry forgot your name) went out of his way to help us. Really good drag show and karaoke . We’ll be back!!!

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gillys . 2024-08-06

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Its an amazing place great staff and very clean great music for me its the best bar on canal street

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mick green . 2024-08-05

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So came here for my sisters hen and the people behind me robed the glasses off my sitters head and the reason I found out was because a staff member came to tell me that it happens. I got a drink thrown at me and and I when I reacted I was grabbed by the staff a girl with red hair and a bald man I was pushed and kicked out the back door they were horrible. I would not recommend this bar because the staff are nasty and sit. Treat the customers the way they should be treated

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Patrick Delaney . 2024-08-05

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The DJ on Friday needs a thicker skin, one of my friends joked about skipping a song and the DJ got the door man to speak to my friend and almost throw him out! Like grow up. The vodka in this place is vile :( The atmosphere was super weird as all the light are on? Like the what is that about? Definitely not a bar/club I would want to head to all night but 1 drink maybe to realise you need to leave straight after. Bar staff and drag queens are absolutely lovely though and totally it's saving grace.

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Craig Brothers . 2024-08-04

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Have been here before and always found it great. This time there was a few hen parties in which took up all the space and there was no space for anyone else. I am all for inclusivity but there has to be some kind of limit. Also the drinks are very expensive. They have a double up for a £1. A double gin and mixer then cost £8. Does that mean a single is £7 and so my double makes it £8. There were a few people questioning the cost but bar people were sticking to what they said. Overall a lovely atmosphere that could be improved.

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Sandeep Mandalia . 2024-08-04

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Great fun bar. Everyone friendly. Loved it.

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Lynnylou Holmes . 2024-08-02

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We had an AMAZING time at the Divas drag show. Jackie is an incredible hostess, putting on an amazing show and looking after us so well. If you want a great night out on Canal street then this is the place to be!

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Daniel . 2024-07-31

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Divas Drag Cabaret was INCREDIBLE!!! A must see! Could not recommend more. Hilarious, smart and amazing entertainment all around. #bridesmaid

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Sarah W . 2024-07-28

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They said that I spilt a drink. I however did not and they hold prejudice against gay people. I would not at all recommend.

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Jess vH . 2024-07-22

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Couldn’t recommend the drag brunch more!! We went on a hen party & the value for money was great. The time you get to eat your food is not included in the 90 minutes drinking time & the choice of drinks is much larger than any other brunch I’ve ever been to. The show is fab too! The queens involve the audience and make it so enjoyable. Such a great experience, deffo go if you get the chance 🥰

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Clodagh C . 2024-07-15

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Bottomless Drag Brunch was amazing! Jackie was a fantastic host alongside the rest of the team! The way the organise the brunch is great! 3 hours - 1 hour to eat and get settled, then 90 minutes of bottomless fun! 11 of us went for a hen do, I organised and the process was easy. They made the bride feel amazing. Could not recommend enough. Thanks! From the Kendal Crew.

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Charlotte Anderson . 2024-07-14

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First time in Canal Street and thought Bar Pop looked welcoming...big mistake!! Bar staff were generally unfriendly. Asked for a bar menu with a cursory response of "no...we don't"...I attempted some humour but this was met with a dismissive look as the staff member walked away...clearly not interested in any additional customer service. My partner went in to get drinks and was met with the same mardy attitude...couldn't even muster a smile. We decided to quickly finish our drinks as the atmosphere from Bar Pop was dismal. Returned our empties to the bar and left. The most unwelcoming place. Wish we had checked reviews first as the awful manners seems to be a recurring theme. Praise be for the next pub we went to "the Goose"...an awesome wee place, deserving of the 5 star review we will give. Take note Bar Pop! Maybe some customer service training from the Goose staff would be of some use.

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Tom Savage . 2024-07-12

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Charged me £20 for ONE vodka red bull and glass of water. TWENTY POUNDS!

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Thisgirl Whodis . 2024-07-11

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We recently visited Bar Pop for Diva's Drag Cabaret Show as a group of hens, and it certainly didn't disappoint. This experience was the absolute highlight of our weekend, leaving us in complete stitches from start to finish. The show was hysterically funny, and we really hope Scotland is one of the stops on your worldwide tour. So if you're looking for a night filled with laughter, glamour, and unforgettable performances, Diva's Drag Cabaret Show is the place to be. Leaving me with just one last thing to say, and that is Coochie Meow Meow! ❤️❤️❤️

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Amanda . 2024-07-09

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Great night, cabaret drag show and great music, absolutely loved it.

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Sara Knagg-Whiteley . 2024-07-08

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The divas bottomless brunch was without the best experience. The Queens involved the audience and it was an amazing show. The food was lovely and the staff ensured the drinks kept flowing.

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Claire M . 2024-07-08

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Good place as it's safe to visit

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Jose Francis . 2024-07-08

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Diva’s Brunch - what a genuinely fantastic day out to celebrate my friend getting married. The acts (Lavender, Jackie and Bella) were absolutely HILARIOUS. The food was nice, and generally the service was just perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better day out. With food, drinks and entertainment I think the price we paid for the brunch was an absolute bargain. I would 100% go back and I’d recommend it to anyone.

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Curious617392 . 2024-07-07

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The absolute best night and Drag Cabaret and Karaoke after. Had an absolute blast! Cannot wait to come back and see you again. The girls were fantastic, had me laughing so hard and singing my absolute heart out. The photos after as so beaut! All the staff from the bar, to table service and the security staff were super brillant, so friendly and relaxed! I went with a hen do but, can’t wait to drag the fella there for a show! 👑 ✨ 💕 🪩 🎵 🍹 💃

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bluepenguin . 2024-07-07

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We popped in for some karaoke! So much fun! Everyone was so nice and had really nice vibes!

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Kate Gers . 2024-07-02

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I love love love and absolutely love this place.. perfect for me to enjoy live music, karaoke, and dj.. even I was on my own, It's safe and very nice people around

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Jessica Anunda . 2024-06-30

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What a fabulous place, with fabulous staff, fabulous queens and a fabulous atmosphere. We had such a good time and the performances were amazing

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Sarah Sandbach . 2024-06-30

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It was our first time visiting and the first bar we went to so had high hopes…The woman walking around in a managers jacket needs to learn some manners. After dancing for a little while, we needed some fresh air because downstairs was like a hot box, there were no signs advising of no drinks outside so as we stepped out, we rudely got told to get back in and she pushed the door closed as we were walking back in. After that we opened the door a tiny bit to get some breeze with my foot but the “manager” then pushed the door shut and jammed my foot causing it to bruise… I had only had 1 cider so was still sober and I imagine she thought I was drunk which is why she didn’t care to speak with us nicely and explain however this does not excuse rude behaviour.

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Liveta Kupcikovaite . 2024-06-23

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Be nice if their karaoke bar actually allowed karaoke and wasn’t all about the host who seemed determined to sing her own songs and just speak to prospective singers (I say prospective, I didn’t stay long enough to hear anyone sing and I was here for an hour).

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Michael Minay . 2024-06-23

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Amazing venue cant wait to come back

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Calum Lucas . 2024-06-18

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cheesy sing along music and great atmosphere The queens are funny and fabulous. We Didnt order food and was in there for a good couple of hours.

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Julie Berrington . 2024-06-18

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Bouncers are proper trash in this place. Seriously calm down..

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P Ma . 2024-06-15

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We had a drink outside before going home. Always a good atmosphere on Canal Street.

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Terry Brereton . 2024-06-09

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Such an amazing place. The drag brunch was truly brilliant! All the staff were fantastic and gave us and our friends celebrating there stag party the best of service. The food was gorgeous and cannot wait to go back again ❤️❤️❤️

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Jennifer Donegan . 2024-06-02

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Anyone planning a bottomless brunch in Manchester should come here. What an amazing afternoon. Staff and queens were amazing friendly fun and quite simply a fantastic afternoon. We were allowed to decorate the table, cakes confetti balloons. We were treated like royalty and they took time to learn our names and make it more personal. 100% recommend this venue. We were celebrating a 60th. Good and drinks were brilliant as was the entertainment. Can’t recommend enough.

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Joanne . 2024-06-01

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Day out in Manchester, popped in for a few

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Mark Whyte . 2024-05-28

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We went to the drag cabaret on Saturday and I can honestly say it was one of the best nights I’ve ever had. The queens were hilarious from start to finish, so quick witted! Just brilliant. The snack plate was plentiful and delicious. The drinks came quickly and table service was an added bonus. Thank you so much to all the staff 🤗

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Paige Kerridge . 2024-05-28

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LOVED this bar! So amazingly talented people working and such a lovely atmosphere! Would recommend everyone to pay them a visit. Food was great, service was great and the vibe was 10/10!

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Julia Sanell . 2024-05-22

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We went to bar pop on Saturday afternoon for the divas brunch and it exceeded my expectations! It was absolutely amazing, the service was brilliant, food was gorgeous and the queen's were absolutely fabulous! There were 7 of us and we all loved it. The entertainment was fantastic, we had such a laugh, we will definitely be back, a few of our group had never been to Canal Street and I am so happy their introduction to this amazing scene was at bar pop! Viva la diva is absolutely gorgeous and hilarious and even lavender doing my friends eye make up! 😊 Thank you so much for making my 40th one to remember, love Rachel and the scousers (deffo not from the wirral!!) Xxx

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Rachel Maxwell . 2024-05-20

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Well, Drag Divas Brunch was nothing short of wonderful. We arrived at 12pm, were seated at 1pm, fed pronto (I had a decent cheeseburger), then the 90 minutes free flowing booze arrived (loads of choice) in tandem with an absolute cracker of a drag show. We were propelled into a party atmosphere with Viva La Diva, Bella da Ball and the very sweet Lavender Mills. We were there until almost 4pm, so very good VFM (been to drag brunches in London and consistently evicted after two hours). So if you want a raucous party, where everyone is roaring with laughter, singing and dancing, this is the place to choose!

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Carla Hands . 2024-05-19

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Absolutely amazing bottomless brunch! Hilarious from start to finish. The queens were incredible! So talented and really cared that everyone was having fun throughout. Can’t wait to come again!!

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Samantha Bond . 2024-05-19

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Lovely place, staff are very friendly and helpful! Defo go again

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Donna Rainsford . 2024-05-19

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5 Star experience at the Divas Show with the phenomenal Jackie Love, Beverly Tightlips and Krystal Kane belting out some fabulous movie hits whilst making us howl laughing with their comedy timing. Particularly enjoyed the addition of Miss Tiffany Stone finishing the show with "Rattlin' Bog". Had us all up dancing. Can't wait to come back again soon.

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635kerryt . 2024-05-19

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I often pop in here when I visit the Village. Quite a lively and vibrant bar with music, dancing, and an entertaining DJ act. I have unfortunately, never stayed later than ten but it does look like a bar that'd be quite packed later in the night.

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Shaun “Starman” . 2024-05-13

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Would give a 0 star review if possible, security staff extremely confrontational. Avoid at all costs if you have a disability, seems that you aren't allowed to sit anywhere outside the building as it's "private property" enforced by the council in regards to their license. No exception made for disabled individuals as it is such a strict rule that they must follow it or loose their business. Strangely enough they had nothing to say when I told them I was a Licensee myself and have never had an issue with letting a disabled person sit down or in their words "loiter". Also interesting that they enforced that this was private property, therefore a disabled person can not sit down on the floor. However, you can't actually stop a person doing anything on private property atleast without an injunction. BarPop seem to have an inappropriate view on how disabled people should navigate their life, offering the disabled individual to sit on VIAs stacked and put away chairs instead. All in all the whole interaction with BarPop, their male manager and female bouncer/security staff from C&D who told me I was "in her face". When I can promise you I was extremely calm and questioning the legalities of denying a disabled person a place to sit, then left when I told her I meant no disrespect but refused to leave their actions unaddressed, THEN continued to point at me from the other side of the pathway.... TLDR: BarPop lie about "rule" which stops disabled person from sitting out of the way on the path whilst waiting for friends, when questioned bouncer gets agitated and confrontational, management back up their ideals and states "VIA does not manage their customers", lies about legalities of "private property"

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Lauren . 2024-05-12

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Great club, friendly staff and people

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Richard Harris . 2024-05-10

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Really good place to have a drink and have fun

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Pierre André . 2024-05-09

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£7.50 for a single whiskey and coke…. Youre taking the absolute piss, what a scam. Ive been here many times before but this is a complete joke??? Id like a refund

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renfris2021 . 2024-05-06

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Bar Pop Drag Brunch in Manchester is an absolute blast! From the moment you step in, the vibrant atmosphere sweeps you up in excitement. The colorful decor and energetic music set the perfect stage for an unforgettable experience. The drag performers are incredibly talented and entertaining, delivering performances that will have you cheering and clapping along. The brunch menu offers a delicious selection of food and drinks, ensuring that your taste buds are just as satisfied as your eyes and ears. It was probably the best drag brunch I have ever been too and I felt like I was in Benidorm but in a good way. Overall, Pop Drag Brunch is a fantastic way to spend a weekend morning with friends, full of laughter, fun, and fabulous entertainment. Highly recommended!

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Ian C . 2024-05-05

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Absolutely fabulous, better drink selection than stated, the host Jaquie was amazing! 10/10 would recommend to others.

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Curious38015508775 . 2024-05-04

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Bar Pop is one of the best bars in the village in my opinion. Grace who survived me is so lovely & bubbly I will just keep going back because of her she definitely was born customer service.

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Ava Max . 2024-04-30

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Best bar down gay village, great atmosphere, great everything, if you're down gay village, make sure you stop here

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Gold Marine animal . 2024-04-29

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The best night watching the Moulin Rouge show!!!! My favourite bar on the canal, good vibe s and incredible shows. Would never go anywhere else

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Olivia W . 2024-04-28

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We attended a bottomless brunch for our friends hen party. The staff were so helpful and friendly from beginning to end. The queens were so welcoming and friendly as this was something I was really apprehensive about before going due to negative interactions with queens at other venues. Lavender and Diva could not have done more for us along with the amazing bar staff and performance team. The whole experience was entertaining, relaxed, great value for money and overall lots of fun. I can’t thank the team enough for our visit and would highly recommend the brunch to anyone. Will definitely return when we are next in Manchester!

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charlotteelizacamm . 2024-04-25

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It was our 6th time at bar pop last night, Brill place, wonderful and hilarious drag queens, excellent uni-sex toilets and spotlessly clean. We will be returning this evening . Highly recommended xx

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Kerry Mcintyre . 2024-04-22

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They call it the heart of the gay village, but the that couldn't be further from the truth. The owners care more about money that the village, they always have. The bar is essentially a straight bar, in the Gay village.. You have Straight customers (who look crazy) objectifying men (see attached photo)... imagine if that was the other way around a man to a women, there would be uproar, yet the owners allow this behaviour, but its not surprising when one of the old owners is dating a someone 3 times younger than him. The venue also treats its st

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rbaldw . 2024-04-21

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We went to the Divas show, which was hilarious, we opted for the gold package which included a lovely platter of food, unfortunately we only saw half of the show as my partner was running the marathon in the morning, so had to leave early. Wonderful place to enjoy an evening of fun and laughter.

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lucypM3626OU . 2024-04-15

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Grate night out for all. Fun and friendly staff, excellent show on the evening I attended. Prices are reasonable for its location within Manchesters gay village. 🏳️‍🌈

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zenon hos . 2024-04-11

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Fine bar. I’m sure it’s fun when they have a show going on

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Andrew Lukas . 2024-04-10

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Went on Saturday night, Was a great night with pop music. No drag show. Typical sticky floors. No glass used which is a shame coz when you try and hold a party cup with your expensive drink it is likely to get squashed and spilled. Was not a fan of the shared bathroom experience due to unpleasant gentlemanly habits. Also didn’t like the perceived permission to vaping indoors including the Dj. If I want to destroy my lungs I can choose to do it. However this was just like the s second hand smoke days. Just smells sweeter! Lots of dancing, the vibe changed about 2am to more dance music than pop which was the start of the end of our night.

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Camper30597809169 . 2024-04-08

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Popped in for a drink Saturday 6th April and just wanted to say what a fabulous service from the bar staff It was a lovely day so decided to sit outside. Placed an order at the bar and the young man offered to bring it out for us What fab service! The young lad was so friendly and fun. Definitely an asset to the bar

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sarac42 . 2024-04-07

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Was fun and felt so welcomed, the drag Queens are great company

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Eve perks . 2024-04-07

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There's no food there but it's a nice place with a private downstairs. Don't serve coffee or food. That's the only problem with it but the events are always fun

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Fluff Universe . 2024-04-07

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Will let you all in and then 30 secon later grab one person from group aside and say they have found drugs off them from door surch even after letting everyone in and buying drinks.

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Jack Smalley . 2024-04-05

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I used to come to this bar every weekend a few years ago but the situation we were in last night was absolutely shocking. We approached the doors to get in, we showed IDs and the 2 members of our party with bags were searched (my brother and his girlfriend). My husband and I were not searched as we had no bags. After this was all complete we were granted entry into the venue. Within 5 minutes my husband was grabbed by the security guard and told to get outside. When we all left the venue I questioned what the problem was (as we were really confused). They were not very upfront about what the situation was until the very unprofessional female bouncer pulled out a bag of drugs from her pocket and said that it had been found on one of our party during the search. As they grabbed my husband I presumed they were trying accuse him of possession (even though he wasn't searched on entry) but then with a very smug look on her face informed me that it was a female member of the party it was found on. I saw my sister in law get searched and this was not pulled out of her bag. When we accused the security guard of the false claim she got very defensive and escalated the situation by winding up members of the party which she seemed very pleased about and then she informed all other bars we shouldn't be let into other venues because of these false claims. If they didn't like the look of us for whatever reason and just didn't want us in the venue I would rather they just be honest. If you can provide CCTV of the drugs being found on one of our group I'll delete this review. I won't believe for one moment the owners of this establishment want the doors run this way and as the drugs definitely were not from us it also means the staff are in possession of drugs.

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Emily Smalley . 2024-04-05

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party of 4, all get searched etc and everything was fine, as we got to the bar about to order drinks, youngish male bouncer grabs a male from the party and asks him to come outside, naturally we all follow, confused as to what was going on. Female bouncer reveals a bag of drugs claiming to have found it on a female in the group - despite grabbing a male in the party to come outside. We were all searched before entering the venue and were inside the venue a good 2 mins before they decided they found drugs. Absolutely ridiculous treatment of regular customers. Female bouncer then went on to radio in to the whole of the strip about us and we were refused in anywhere on the strip. Ruined our night based on bouncers lies. Most likely due to their own boredom as the bar was fairly empty. We were all sober by this point as was only around 11pm. will not be going back.

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Naomi Forbes . 2024-04-05

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Young bouncer id me had attitude, then couldn’t work out my age threw my id back to me. Given promotion vouchers on drinks which were a scam. Music was good, people inside with friendly expect 1-2 people. Huge let down was the bouncer on the door, ( no point id in ppl if you can’t count.) bouncer needs to go on a training course in customer service

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Trixie . 2024-03-24

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The bouncers are abusive and aggressive.

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Marie Horsley . 2024-03-24

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Didn't eat only drinks, but the staff are great, friendly & helpful. Great atmosphere would recommend

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Lee Cooper . 2024-03-22

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Fantastic club. Attended on a Wednesday night ( my big sister birthday ) we headed down and felt nothing but welcomed. Sang on karaoke, danced the night away. Met new friendly people. All the bar staff was FANTASTIC. Quick service. No waiting more than 2 or 3 minutes. Very quick and good at there job. Drag queen Bev was the greatest!! Jolly, funny, entertaining. Had the best night. Door man Mo was seen giving a homeless man a cig. To some this is a minor but to me as a care giver I saw somebody who let his barriers down to support a homeless man! This is beautiful. It encouraged other smokers outside to give him 1 too. True act of kindness. THANKYOU SO MUCH for the fantastic evening. I WILL be returning!! Bev on the mic is hilarious really made my evening. LOVED IT. We all did. Ps I took my 9 month pregnant sister and she sat and danced on her chair and felt safe this was a MASSIVE thing for us. Forever greatful for the night I had with my lpvely sisters and all staff at this bar!! HIGHLY RECCOMENDED. ( bev normally works weekends )

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SophieMacangus . 2024-03-20

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Your young male bouncer needs to be re-trained to tell the difference between a sober person and a drunk person. Said my friend (who has a slight spinal problem) was drunk when we both are sober and don't drink. The female bouncer let us in after a quick discussion. The venue was okay, very sticky floor making it hard to dance. Top floor wasn't open on a Saturday night making it very crowded on the one floor. Doubt we'll be going again.

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Donna Petch (NEHUB) . 2024-03-11

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Absolutely amazing!!!! Best day ever!!!!

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Georgia Hatton . 2024-03-09

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Brilliant place to go top entertainment

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Carol Timmins . 2024-03-09

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Bella de ball killed it as a dj. Karaoke was amazing would come again. She made everyone feel so welcome and the atmosphere she created was sensational love her Lots of love xx

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Holly R . 2024-03-08

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The female bouncer is so rude and on a total power trip. I won’t come back here and pay money to be spoken to like that.

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Josh . 2024-03-04

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