Matt and Phred's Jazz Club in Manchester

Excellent bar. Great music. Varied genres and a great atmosphere. Nice cabaret layout with table service. Not too big so feels intimate

The go-to place for Jazz music in Manchester. Can't beat a stout and some trumpet. Attended several times over the years and I've never been disappointed.

Amazing service amazing team behind the bar pizza was amazing the band was good made my birthday Sarah and her sister are so welcoming

This place never disappoints. The band last night were amazing. We reserved a table and got table service throughout which was brilliant, everyone who works there is great. This is one of the best nights out in manchester

I am a regular at Matt and Phreds when I work in Manchester and it is one of the highlights of my visits to the city. This small and intimate club hosts live jazz on pretty much every night, and most performances are completely free. The drinks are reasonably priced and I have enjoyed listening to some fabulous musicians. In a time when live music is becoming more and more expensive to see this place is an absolute steal. Relaxed and friendly, this place is a real gem, I don’t suppose the owners might be persuaded to relocate to my home town?

As usual at Matt and Phreds the music was superb but unfortunately we were kept waiting over an an hour for a pizza. We ordered the pizza at 7.10 and were told we couldn't order anything other than pizza before 8pm, although the menu never mentioned it . After a couple of trips to enquire at the bar the pizza eventually arrived at 8.30pm. but having ordered the rest of our food at 8pm we then had to wait a further hour and a half for hummus, garlic bread and chicken wings. There was no apology and although when it eventually came the food was good it was so late that we almost cancelled it. I couldn't find anyway to leave feedback on their website so hope that the management take note of trip advisor reviews....

A good friend of mine was performing at this venue and he invited me out. I (25 year old black male) attended the event with my partner (23 year old white female) and another friend (22 year old white female). My name was on the guest list and we all entered. After grabbing the first round of drinks the owner of the licence ( Clare Turner) came over and asked my partner and friend if they were ok with being with me. After she said that, I said, “ok, it’s time to leave”. I left and proceeded to record as I was leaving. She then came out behind me and my partner in a drunken state, hurling abuse genuinely trying to provoke a reaction out of me. ( I have video evidence) my partner asked Clare why she came over to us, my partner also said, “he’s my boyfriend” after my partner said that. Clare back tracked. Sure, you can say I’m pulling the race card here but no one else was bothered by the owner the entire night. The vibe was dope and seeing my good friend complete his set was amazing. But if that’s how the owner treats paying customers then they deserve to be exposed.

Visited over the weekend and had a great time! The live music was fantastic and the staff were very friendly!

Visited over the weekend and was not disappointed. Amazing music and great atmosphere! Cocktails were lovely too! Will be back

Really upset with the experience here. Came after a bottomless brunch for my birthday. The bar staff were lovely but somehow when I tried to sympathise with the owner for having to clean up something awful in the loo she asked the door man not to let me back in which meant our entire party had to abandon our freshly ordered drinks. Really upset and confused at the response when I was only trying to be nice. I've been bar staff and sympathise with what an awful job it is. Ended my birthday night out in tears as I was so confused and upset at her reaction.

Used to come in here a bit but it's really gone down hill these days. The place looks tatty and in a grimy way rather than shabby chic. I ordered a house red wine and it was disgusting. I complained to the bar staff and asked to change it

Didn’t have any food but booked a table to see the band playing. I ordered a white wine and it was awful. Tasted like vinegar and didn’t drink it. Switched to vodka . The music was ok but the young girl I think her name was Miai was a lovely friendly bartender and was the best thing about the place.

Rang ahead to check if they could cater for me as a coeliac, and they were enthusiastic about being able to do so. Ordered gluten free pizza, kitchen messed it up and gave me one with gluten which made me violently ill and had to take time off work to recover. Wrote a complaint via email and Facebook but they haven't even had the decency to acknowledge my complaint never mind respond. Worried for others with special dietary requirements eating here. Can't comment on the venue for music as we missed the band we'd booked to see as I was so unwell we left just as they began their set. Really disappointing visit and really terrible customer service. Avoid for food if you have allergies!!! Otherwise, hope you enjoy the music and gave a better experience than me!

Amazing place, constant jam sessions and brilliant vibe! Good Happy hour deals and reasonably priced drinks anyway! Bar Manager and Triss are v helpful, can make any drink and v pleasant people!! Will definitely return on our next stop to Manchester.

Great atmosphere and great people. First time coming in with my girlfriend and we didn’t know which cocktail to choose. Bailey gave us two great recommendations and told us about the venue. Will definitely be returning for more drinks, pizza and some jazz!

What a fab place this is. Wanted to visit for a while so got the gang together,(ages from 19-60's, this is def a place for anyone) Lovely,friendly girl on phone booked table for Sat 29th Oct. From beginning to end of the night, all the staff were abs brilliant. So friendly & efficient (love the waiter service) Everything done with a smile. The band was amazing,so was the atmosphere,so many up dancing. Im well past my clubbing in Mcr days, but still love a good, fun night out with music & dancing in a friendly atmosphere Thanks for a great night, we'll def be back Nicky (the halloween clown!)

I spent Saturday night with my wife and Eight friends and family at Matt and Phreds the band were the Retrosettes and were really good from the very first song the crowd were up dancing.and the atmosphere was fantastic. Everyone of our party enjoyed the night and considering I booked the venue and didn’t tell them where they were going it was a result. The waiter service was a great plus and he was a great guy and got every drink right all night. The drinks are reasonable considering you are in a club in town but the only negative is a few of us are and although reasonably priced the pizza is really poor and even though most people don’t go there to eat if you are doing it then do it well and maybe charge a bit more.

Came here to watch a bad with some friends for the first time. Managed to reserve a table and get good table service. I have heard of some good bands being on here before and the drinks are reasnable price. I would like to try...

Went here last Weds to watch Jazz Spot Trio. Pizzas awesome, staff warm and friendly, jazz music fantastic. I will definitely come back.

Visited Friday 22nd explained to young man ( Danny ) on the door that this was our first visit and he was fantastic, said he might have a table available near the front of the stage and when this proved not to be the case...

Awesome little music venue! Great vibe and music. Went to see Yubaba at the weekend and had an awesome night. Pizza wasn't up to its usual standard this time though, get on the chef! Recommended!

Booked a table for jazz festival show. Great music, nice drinks, and brilliant atmosphere. Will certainly visit again

Booked a table, thinking it would be a proper jazz club. Could see the band for about 5 minutes then just people as the pictures. Yubaba were playing. Reasonable 3-4/5 wedding band. But just covers of pop songs. Not actual jazz. If your passing probably...

A beautiful jazz bar with delicious pizzas (vegan friendly too). The perfect venue for live music; I’ll definitely be back soon!

The jazz trio were really good - the faster (less jazzy?) tunes were our favourites. Drinks were good and not pricey for the NQ. And on a Tuesday - surprise! - buy 2 full price drinks and get a free pizza which was just right...

What a great night was had here! Atmosphere,staff and music were fantastic. Praise has to given to Alex the door manager, who was most welcoming and obliging. Would not hesitate to recommend this venue to anyone!

What a great night we had. The whole atmosphere was excellent and the music was really good. A mix of modern and old.Good service at the bar and drinks were at okay prices Didn't want to leave.You'll find it in the northern quarter on Tib...

We went on a Monday night and it was jam session. I wasn’t sure what to expect, it was soooo much fun. The music was 80s funk and the jam session participants rocked it. It was great to get up and dance again.

Great Venue friendly staff, good range of beers, reasonably priced. Pizza’s good, great music, we saw the “Plimpsouls”

Went to the club for the first time for a birthday. What a fantastic night we had,the club itself has a great atmosphere, the staff are really welcoming and helpful. Then the music wow what a fantastic night, they played for 3 hours (2 x...

Went here on 15 Oct we have been here once before husbands 50th had a great night and same, again this time fab music got up dancing at the end of the evening. Would recommend here lots of singing and fun to be had. Atmosphere...

So glad to be back listening to live music again. We booked a table and got front row seats to the action. The jazz was superb the service brilliant and the drinks great. Highly recommended night out. Can’t wait to return soon

We attended here as a change to Ronnie Scott’s and we were not disappointed. This is ideally situated in the northern quarter of Manchester which is the bohemian part of the city. Staff were friendly. If you want a table you have to call and...

A special Sunday afternoon jazz session as part of the Turner family owning Matt n Phreds for ten fabulous years. Great pizza and Jade the guest singer with the band was brilliant .

Went here just before Xmas, was good fun, plenty of places to sit, clean toilets, and great live music, Jazz is not normally our thing but went with friends and enjoyed it.

Estupenda experiencia en este local de jazz. La noche que fuimos había un dúo de blues excepcional, comimos algo ligero...

I went with a group of friends, me and a close friend got asked to leave because we accidentally leaned over the stage, knocking a glass off it, so apparently we were too drunk to be in there. The security guard then got us out...

If you like jazz soul blues this place is for you. Free entertainment during the week. I went twice when in Manchester earlier this month. 2 different bands both very good. Pizzas are delicious too.

Apart from one member of staff who made a funny joke about every hour being happy hour the staff were all very rude. A group of people nearby had been in the venue for hours eating and drinking celebrating one of their birthdays. To my...

Matt and Phred’s is undoubtedly my favourite place to visit on an evening in Manchester. Whether I’m grabbing a beer in passing or I’m there to witness the various different musical talents and artists that wander through it’s door. This Jazz house never fails to...

We visited recently as we'd heard amazing things about Matt and Phreds. We had a few cocktails which were nice, but left afterwards as we felt the atmosphere was a bit off. Staff were fine, but not particularly friendly or welcoming, and it was tricky...

There's a free blues jam at Matt and Phred's on the first Monday of every month and it is great. Anyone can sign up to play or sing with the fantastic house band led by the charismatic Franny Eubank, Manchester's answer to Howlin' Wolf. I...

Went to see a young guitarist playing jazz music with an African twist in an early Friday evening set. He was amazing! Enjoyed a shared humus tip and 2 for 1 cocktails to add to the experience. Matt & Phreds is a must for live...

Really buzzing and enjoyable night out in Manchester! So rare to go out to see live music these days, and people actually dancing and enjoying themselves. The place was packed with a great atmosphere. Reasonably priced cocktails and when we got a table I could...

Muy linda decoración, lindo escenario (comodo para que todo el publico vea y escuche), buen sonido, lindo ambiente y muy...

Had a great night out here. I booked a table on a Friday 2 weeks in advance, as it’s very popular. The band was a 4-piece with small guitars (ukuleles perhaps?) and one of the guitars had a kazoo taped to the end of the...

Only £5 entrance on the door, and once inside there is such a great vibe as everyone mingles around listening to cool jams from the night's live band. Forget your big stadium concerts, and come here, where you can feel the (funky) real live music...

Recommend booking a table if you want to be seated near the stage. We arrived during happy hour (6-8pm on Thursday) and ordered pizza, garlic bread and potato wedges. The pizza was okay, although not the best I have had.

My dear friends invited me out to a jazz bar in Manchester for my birthday, having lived in Manchester all my life I never knew this bar existed. Well all I can say is, what a fabulous evening we had, the food, cocktails and mostly the entertainment was exceptional. The staff were so polite and accommodating taking extra care with my dietary requirements. We will definitely be back soon. 5*****

I walked in rather randomely with my partner and we were immediately captured by the lovely lounge jazzy atmosphere and the quartet playing. Will definitely go back if I go to Manchester again!

My partner and I, had a great time at Matt and Phreds where the music was upbeat, filled the room with life and got everyone on their feet. Reasonably priced drinks didn’t go a miss. I would recommend the cosy venue for a great time and a good laugh!

Best night in Manchester for a while. Great live music, great atmosphere and delicious cocktails. (2 for 8 pounds) If you're in Manchester, it's a shame to miss it

Friendly staff, good atmosphere, range of beers. On the night we went a duo was playing a variety of music. Will certainly check it out the next time we are in the city.

Amazing place with fab staff. Loved the variety of drinks and you get free pizza. Awesome. Love it. Def recommend xx

We stumbled upon this place walking back to the hotel. On Tuesday night they have the longest happy hour. We chose the dirty lemonade (I think that’s what it’s called) - very nice!! And generous portion of it. The pizzas also looked good too. Live music was okay... (my partner is a musician so in comparison to what I’ve seen it wasn’t great). Overall, nice place for a drink and entertainment.

Superb jazz venue, an absolute blast, a very fun chilled out evening. Good value drinks and free pizza during happy hour. Make sure you ring ahead to reserve a table to avoid disappointment if you'd rather not stand.

Good cocktails, friendly staff, nice pizzas and wedges, good good music. But if you are going to charge to get in advertised as, pay OTD but ALL the seats were reserved for those who had booked and paid an additional surcharge, then the least you can do is have the air conditioning working. Standing room only in a packed room with no air conditioning in July. Too much.

La primera vez en Matt y Phreds el sábado por la noche y no será la última. Personal fantástico y amable, excelente música de la banda Chinese Marbles, fantástica atmósfera con una gran multitud de personas. Bailaba toda la noche, no podía moverse a la mañana siguiente! . Algunos de nosotros tuvimos la pizza que eran exuberantes. ¿Qué más se puede pedir? Gracias por una gran noche en Manc.

Went there for live music. The drinks and the bar staff are really nice. If you‘re in manchester go there!

Gran lugar para jazz en vivo! El escenario está ubicado cerca de la audiencia y tiene un diseño de mesa que le permite comer mientras observa. Las pizzas son finas, sabrosas y gratis en la hora feliz si compras 2 bebidas. El único inconveniente es las sillas incómodas. El lugar también necesita un mejor mantenimiento.

Disfrutamos completamente de nuestra noche de sábado en Matt y Phreds, sin embargo, sonaba como si la banda de soul se emborrachara cada vez más en sus sets. El último set fue terrible y perdieron su encanto del alma y sonaba muy rock como si todo lo que pudieras aquí fuera la guitarra eléctrica.

Lovely lunch for my son’s birthday. Location clearly on the up, we liked the brick walls and metal menus. Sharing plates, akin to tapas, Great way to taste a number of dishes. I particularly liked the octopus.

Tuesday night, Salsa, drinks and pizza! Arrived at 7.30 to meet friends. Most of the tables at the front are reserved but there was plenty of seating further back. Bar staff were friendly and relaxed. Cajun chicken pizza was great! Music started at 9pm with a break halfway. Good music, people dancing, fantastic atmosphere! Also really good value - 2 drinks (alcoholic) and pizza and live music all for a tenner :)

We visited on Easter Sunday - and we called in the week to reserve a table (doesn’t cost anything) and glad we did as it soon got busy. We got there around 7pm so had an hour of happy hour which ran from 6-8pm. You buy two alcoholic drinks and got a whole pizza free. The pizzas were nice too!

Three sets of the Neil C Young Trio. Two drinks and a FREE happy hour Pizza What’s not to like on a Tuesday?

Visited for Saturday evening happy hour. Excellent deal on cocktails and free pizza with purchase of two alcoholic drinks. The place had a wonderful atmosphere, we were lucky enough to hear live music aswell. Will definately visit again.

Found this gem on the offchance and was wholly impressed!! So good i went both nights i was stopping in manchester.

Went on a Thursday evening and there was still a great atmosphere. The pizza and alcoholic drink deal is great, especially compared to other NQ prices.

What a palavra! Happy hour is a scam as can only have beer or a cocktail. And, have to eat a pizza with it. Being a wine drinker, I am sh*t out of luck. I got a whole bottle so will forget the slight and enjoy the sax.

We went on a Saturday- if you go before 6pm and order 2 beers you get a free pizza which is very tasty and the live music was good too.

La música era fabulosa, Soul Grenades, pero el bar estaba tan abarrotado que era imposible ver a la banda cómodamente sin ser empujado por todas partes. Creo que mucha gente estaba en el lugar. Pero fue un gran lugar y música fantástica.

This was a bit of a shock to my system, being more used to The Spinningfields area of town. However, once I got over that - what a super and relaxed experience.

I love this place! Live jazz music 6 days of the week! Entry is free most of the days (there's usually a small entry fee on Fridays/Saturday's.

For a fiver, I didn't expect such a great night out. Came to see Dana Ali, the staff were all class from door, tickets, to bar. The vibe was amazing, crowd was cool and all ages, and there may or may not have been some dancing. And staff all had "Jazz Club Mafia" shirts on. Class.

Matt & Phreds is located in the heat of Manchester’s Northern Quarter.

Arrived about 7.00pm after phoning to say we could not find the club - very helpfull explanation on how to find them. Went to bar to order drinks and told about the early bird offers - buy to large drinks and get a free pizza - wow that will do me thanks. The band playing that nigt was a cuban salsa band who were excelent lots of people dancing and enjoying the evening all in all a great time well worth a visit

Un grupo de diez de nosotros llegó a las 9. 30 el sábado para ver Ukebox en un lugar que ninguno de nosotros había visitado antes y no estoy seguro de qué esperar. Acabamos de llegar ya que el lugar estaba lleno, pero fue bastante fácil que nos sirvieran. Los precios no estaban tan mal y es un fiver para entrar. No pudimos acercarnos al escenario, pero había un monitor cerca de la puerta y, si llegas tarde, te arriesgas. La banda fue genial, el personal también no pasó mucho tiempo antes de conseguir una mesa y el servicio de camareros es una verdadera ventaja. Hay un excelente ambiente y volveremos muy pronto.

Así que puse que fui aquí el 17 de diciembre, pero fue probablemente más parecido al diciembre de 2000. Este lugar era un viaje regular después del club para nosotros, pizza y música, ¿no puedo creer que cierre a las 2 am ahora? de todos modos, siempre me ha encantado y es un clásico de Manchester, ¡y a quién no le gusta una pizza a las 2 am!

Casi comimos aquí. Me alegro de no haberlo hecho. Las pizzas parecían haber sido ordenadas de la sección de ganga de Islandia. También encontramos el personal grosero y poco servicial. Y la banda no tocaba jazz. Gran decepción!

Visitamos el lugar el sábado 24 y nos trataron con los excelentes Soul Rays, el lugar estaba lleno y el ambiente era fantástico.

We've had so many good times at Matt & Phreds. The cream of the Manchester (and beyond) music scene with many of our favourite bands having played here and many new discoveries too. Great atmosphere, good sound, booze and food too. What more could you ask for?.... Well, we did have to ask for more when my wife left her phone there on Friday night! The staff were really helpful in sorting things out for us. Much appreciated. We'll be back gyrating on the dance floor just as soon as another opportunity arises. Thank you.

Matt and phreds is a institution. If you want to see some laid back jazz or dance like a manic to a brass band playing 90s dance tunes then this is the place for you. And intamite spot for a date or a place to have a laugh with friends it has it all.

My friend and I visited here one evening as they opened. The place was empty but meant that service was quick. There was a gig on that evening so we only had a quick drink.

Auf der Suche nach einem Pub mit Livemusik kamen wir zufällig in diesen Pub. Tolle Musik, cooler Laden. Der Service war gut bei tollem Blues. Der Abend hat sich gelohnt. Wir würden wiederkommen.

This Jazz club is one not to miss. A limited but perfectly acceptable menu. We had a mixture of sharing dishes. Plenty to eat and very tasty. Live band were superb. Friendly and attentive staff and a good selection of drinks and cocktails.

Loved this placed, band was amazing, staff were amazing... Great Saturday night!!!!! Also... the food was very good and came out at the speed of light!

This place is amazing!! Me and my partner have been several times now and each time we’ve had an awesome night! Tuesdays is especially good with buy 2 drinks and get a free pizza and they are delicious! Staff are friendly and the place has good vibes! Live music great food and alcohol- perfect

No soy un gran fan de jazz n fue convencido por mi otra mitad para darle una oportunidad. Me alegro, fue una noche impresionante! Muy talentoso músicos, no de cualquier manera, lujoso baño de primera clase! ! No puedo esperar a volver aquí.

Our first time visiting Matt and Phred’s and a superb experience. Venue was spotless, staff welcoming, friendly and professional and the music was simply - Wow! Also, long story short, Claire and Sarah could not have been more helpful and we ended up being seated with a lovely couple to share the evening with. We just felt right at home and the atmosphere was perfect for a night of Jazz. Thank you everyone!

What a brilliant night. We went to see the burlesque night. What can I say, perfect venue. Drinks and food both good, they do different specials on the night. Compere very good, the one and only Jonathan mayor on the ball and full of witty chat. The music before the show and after the break is good too thanks Desmond o 'conner. The show is tastefully done and very enjoyable. I personally will be going back. I even might try a jazz night too. We'll done everyone

Fui allí por primera vez la noche. . . Me encanta el jazz y han sido anteriormente al jazz después de anochecer en Soho. . Realmente no sé qué esperar. Fue totalmente increíble. Este sitio es una mecedora. Totalmente. guay! Una banda de metal pequeños. . . Bailé mucho. Todo el mundo era bailando. En serio.. El ambiente era totalmente. increíble! La comida bien deliciosos, si te gusta la pizza con chorizo! Yo estaba muy impresionado con la comida. Y el pan cursi. ajo. . . fritas riquísimas. . El muchacho que estaba esperando era tan eficiente. . Muy amables. Y muy atentos. . Gracias tanto para una noche totalmente increíble. . ver de nuevo. Faye y mucho amor. candis xxxx

Estadía de 2 noches para ver un concierto en jueves por la noche y encontramos este pequeño tesoro a unas calles de distancia para el viernes por la noche. Reservamos una mesa (si quieres sentarte, tienes que reservar). 5 libras en la puerta. No habíamos planeado comer pero pedimos pizza, pan de ajo y chorizo, cursi una de las mejores pizzas, panes de ajo que he tenido, y bastante barato! !

We wanted something different for a night out, this was brilliant! Really chilled atmosphere, good music (the band were called The Big Easy), we booked a table in advance and were right near the front. Only £5 to get in and the drinks and food were very reasonable with table service. We had a pizza which was nice. Just loved the atmosphere and the music - would recommend booking at the weekend though as by the end of the night it was packed!

La última vez que visité hace un par de meses, pero sentía la necesidad de una revisión en ahora pop después de ver algunos de los comentarios aquí recientemente. He estado visitando M&Ps; durante años y ponen música excelente y el ambiente siempre es bueno, incluso en una noche de la semana. A veces se pone en la parte delantera cuando snug gente levantarse a bailar - lo mejor indicación de buena música? Este lugar tiene alma y carácter - rebosa fuera de las murallas, como con todos los mejores clubes de jazz. La comida y las bebidas están bien de precio y el personal siempre ha sido amable y muy cortés conmigo, pero es la música y el ambiente que es importante en un club de jazz y no hay nada mejor que Matt y Phred's. Una institución de Manchester, largo que última.

The music is fantastic. The cocktails are pricey but made well, worth the money. Though the place fills up so much that you don’t enjoy the atmosphere. Booked a table and ended having a view of wall of people’s backs. Might as well be listening the music inside a cupboard.

This is a wonderful little venue very good acts,. The only thing i would give caution to is the fact that it gets full to the point of getting to the toilets is a fight and if you have booked a table don't think about watching the performance as they will just let people stand in front of you. Which soon turns a great night out in to a average night at best which is a big shame ☹️ I wonder how may people they can fit in here

Matt and Phreds is my absolute favourite Manchester venue!!! You can go in early for a chilled cocktail (I recommend a Mai Tai they are amazing) and then stay on to hear the fantastic bands! I went and saw the amazing New York Brass Band,...

went mid week and the place was pleasantly full -tables well laid out for efficient seating and viewing band-excellent sound system -loud enough but comfortable even at tables near stage-staf regularly clear tables and seem to recognise as best as can whos turn it is...

Just popped in for a quick drink and loved the atmosphere. Great cocktails and friendly bar staff. Wish it was my local!

Wonderful bar with such a friendly atmosphere and great live music. Reasonably priced drinks. Was £5 entry on Friday evening...