The Brotherhood of Pursuits and Pastimes in Manchester

‘Bartender’ more interested in flirting with customers than pouring pints

Poor. Place was packed as the football was on (which we booked for). Hardly any staff. I reserved a table for 2. Was taken to the wrong table so had to leave it when the party arrived. No-one to help. We just left. Very poor.

Felt sorry for your staff. Busy footy night only 2 staff on each bar. Slow service. Not great

Entered on a Sunday evening and there was a smell of bleach. The staff were lovely and made great cocktails and two for £10 is amazing value. The golf was on so that was the reason for our visit. Very good service and plenty of large screens in the bar. We used the Photo Booth too.

Amazing place to enjoy your favourite game with the lads!

I'm not a sports fan but I love this bar anyway. Great service, fab decor in a beaut building.

Nice sports bar with very good food and a wide variety of beers and TVs

Standard sports bar, staff on the lower bar really not helpful at all.

The best, the atmosphere on game night. Muchas teles para ver distintos partidos. The regulinchi food. The kitchen closes at 9:00 p.m. and the waitress didn't understand the order. Be careful, if you don't specify, they will give you Italian or Cruzcampo beer.

Class. Great to reserve a table for the cup final 🏆 and have great seats. Food was ideal. Great selection of beers. Eddie Howes mags lifting the cup, priceless. #topsoffifyoulovethetoon

Great atmosphere for Cheltenham, great deals on food and drink.

Down from Glasgow for a couple of nights, phoned ahead to see if theyd be showing the Rangers game, staff confirmed they would be. Had a warm welcome, food was spot on, staff very friendly, result brilliant !! Would definitely return. Thanks guys !

What a discovery this place was! I would say THE perfect place for sport! We came on Super bowl night and the atmosphere was fantastic! We had complimentary t-shirts, flags, even a confetti cannon waiting for us on arrival! The staff all had smiles on their faces, despite it being super busy and a massive shout out to Mason, the general manager. Would highly recommend.

The team are always welcoming and makes us feel like royalty. Benefits of being a regular

Thank you! We had a great time watching the boxing and the staff were amazing

I booked a table for me and my son, got there early and there was a table with my name on it.. so a good start..👍.. guy behind the bar was excellent, friendly, welcoming, helpful... bought my Guinness 0.0 from downstairs to our table... food was ordered and came, really nice and tasty, watched Liverpool beat Wolves on a big screen.. so fantastic afternoon overall.. would recommend..

Rude bartender, rolling his eyes when I politely asked for two different cocktails. The atmosphere was non existent and you would probably need 20 shots of vodka to want to stay. A sports bar with sky news playing, nice. This place will go on my avoid list and it should on yours too.

Watched the Super Bowl here, will be back every year. Great experience.

A brilliant bar to watch sport. We've been going regularly to watch the NFL and had a large group for this year's Superbowl. The staff were amazing, especially on a long shift through the night. Thanks from all 14 of us!

Perfect place to watch the superbowl - shame about the result!

Excellent experience as always, staff where very welcoming and friendly. Food was probably the best wings and tenders I've had in a very long time, highly recommend Brotherhood for any sporting event

Great place and the best selection of beers 🍻

Nice bar loads of screens. Can get busy but bar staff pretty rapid

¡Un fantástico bar deportivo! ¡Muchas pantallas! Capacidad en abundancia, buen servicio y bebidas, y un ambiente divertido. ¡Me alegro de que hayamos venido a ver los partidos!

Vine a ver un partido de la Premier League un miércoles. Toneladas de TV y espacio. Hay un bar arriba y en el sótano. Sin duda recomiendo probar un cóctel en su menú “Unos para Ver”.

We didn't eat here, as we'd already eaten.. we had cocktails, draft beers and ciders and shots.. The staff were fab, it was busy, due to the darts and it being Friday evening but the atmosphere was fab.. looking forward to going back..

Buen bar para el deporte y el servicio era muy agradable. Mucho espacio abajo pero wow el piso de arriba era frío, muy frío.

We reserved a space for Christmas drinks for 25 people. The staff in Manchester were just brilliant from the initial booking, follow up and on the night. It was a particularly busy evening as it was the week before Christmas and Premiership football was on TV too, yet they provided us with an amazing, relaxed space, including exclusive use of the pool table. We even got Christmas crackers on the tables! Bar service was quick and the overall experience was better than expected. We will definitely book again. Thank you to the team there. Couldn't be happier with our experience.

Booked a table to watching a football match. TV screens everywhere so it was easy to see the match from any seat. We ordered some of the chicken wings, and they were awesome. Huge and well flavoured. Worth a visit just for the wings!

great place to catch the footie and a pint

The bar was lively with a good atmosphere on a Friday night in December. Lovely friendly staff, especially the young lad who cleaned our table.

We booked a table to watch the football for 3 but it was obvious there was a mistake with the bookings so we ended up on the end of a random table. It was right in front of the TV so we managed it fine. Drinks were a bit pricey too. Other than that it was decent.

Do not come here if you want food. We pre booked for the Thanksgiving game 2024 and when attempting to order food, were consistently told they weren’t taking food orders. We ended up going to an establishment down the road to eat as they would not serve us food. When pre booking, it’s a fair assumption that we would want to eat food. We will not visit here again. Enjoy administration.

Visited on a Friday afternoon forged irish stout was amazing poured great can't comment on food but was a group sat near complaining about the food but great visit 👌

I wanted to watch the F1 somewhere whilst visiting Manchester so had a Google and this place was suggested. Their website listed the F1 was being screened too. Got there 40 minutes before the race and all the (many) TVs were showing American Football so I checked with the staff that the race would be on and was assured it would be. Fast forward half an hour I checked on the other level and still only NFL so I gave it another five minutes and checked with staff again it would be shown. I was again told it would be and asked what table number I was sitting in so that screen could be changed. I ended up watching the first few laps of the race on my phone then cleared off to the Director's Box which was actually showing it. My wife finished her drink and left 10 minutes later and the F1 still wasn't on. If NFL is their thing and money maker that's fair enough but don't tell people (online and in person) nonsense about it being on when it's not. I'd have happily moved on and watched the whole race elsewhere.

Quería ver el F1 en algún lugar mientras visitaba Manchester, así que tenía un Google y este lugar fue sugerido. Su sitio web enumeró que el F1 también estaba siendo proyectado. Llegué allí 40 minutos antes de la carrera y todas las (muchas) televisiones mostraban fútbol americano, así que comprobé con el personal que la carrera estaría en marcha y me aseguraron que lo estaría. Avance media hora revisé en el otro nivel y todavía solo NFL así que le di otros cinco minutos y revisé con el personal de nuevo que se mostraría. Me dijeron de nuevo que lo sería y me preguntaron en qué mesa estaba sentado para que la pantalla pudiera cambiarse. Terminé viendo las primeras vueltas de la carrera en mi teléfono y luego me fui al palco del director que en realidad lo estaba mostrando. Mi esposa terminó su bebida y se fue 10 minutos después y el F1 todavía no estaba encendido. Si la NFL es lo suyo y hace dinero, es justo, pero no le digas tonterías a la gente (en línea y en persona) sobre que está encendido cuando no lo está. Habría seguido adelante felizmente y visto toda la carrera en otra parte.

Nice place to watch games! Like the atmosphere they tried to find the game I was after!

Good place for watching sports, both EPL and NFL! Lots of good TV's and a wide selection of cold beer. We were there on a Sunday afternoon and unfortunately they had run out of burgers :( But we had a very good bratwurst and hot dog with good chips.

Great, friendly staff but booked a table to watch the football game 2 months in advance for a special occasion and our table had multiple people and tables in front of the nearest screens so blocking our view of the game and there were walk ins provided with tables with their own tv.

We booked a vip area for a friend's party. The experience was fantastic. Jack the bar manager was fantastic. He sorted everything out for us. Greeted us on arrival and kept us up to date on our tab that was set up behind the bar

Watched a game here with my son and had some bar food. Staff are great and helpful. The food was good. Great sports bar, I would definitely recommend it.

God atmosfär och bra service. Härlig stämning !! Stort utbud av ölsorter. Kommer definitivt att besöka stället igen när jag är i stan nästa gång.

Food was good when it arrived. Took 2 hours from order for 4 burgers ad 2 hotdogs. Bar service was ok not enough staff for the amount of customers. Toilets not the cleanest

Great place to watch sports. It can get busy for some events so get booked in. The booking process is easy and Duanne communicated really well and quickly. Using the deposit as a bar tab worked without any problems. We really enjoyed it and would fully recommend as a place to watch sporting events.

Could do with more service on the lower bar. Toilets but rank, good bar tho. Dart boards down stairs and pool.

Decent bar and plenty of screens with football / sports on.

Booked table for United v Liverpool game. Got told that they need to accept our booking, which they didn’t and so they didn’t have any spots available. Booking system showed loads of availability. One of the staff members was extremely rude to us. We asked multiple times if they were going to switch some of the screens over to the match as they were the only available tables we could find. They walked straight past us multiple times, ignoring us after clearly hearing the question. Our tables that we ended up finding were never cleaned either. Wet from all the leftover liquid. Very clearly understaffed and unprepared for such a big event. Very disappointed in the first time experience.

Fantastic venue to watch the live football, great service and delicious food. Will certainly visit again

This place contains a pool table at £2 a go (but pricey) and free darts as long as you leave some sort of deposit in the form of an ID behind the bar. It also played the football with plenty of tv screens and seats available. The staff were very friendly and also gave us the wifi password😁 Nice little spot and would recommend if you’re into sports and football⚽️

Great night for a work social. We played darts and had a reserved area downstairs. Josh and the team at Brotherhood were great leading up to the event and even better on the night itself. Pre-ordering worked really well too. Would recommend!

Great place to watch the football ⚽️ 👌

Great venue to kick off our sales meeting. The hospilatilty was fantastic as well as the atmosphere (I suppose the football helps regardless of England playing rubbish).

Good bar with plenty of screens for sport

Great spot for the England opening Euro 2024 game. Food and beer was really good. Although being an England game they insisted on non recyclable plastic glasses. Perhaps an improvement would be the hard plastic ones that can be reused. Even paying a deposit and returning them to the bar next round wouldn’t be objectionable.

Are table was next to the dart boards, 20 minutes in and group off people turned up with darts and told us they had booked the boards. We moved and asked numerous times could the staff put a tv on showing rugby league not rugby union. We left before half time. No staff working working stairs. Very bad experience.

Two halves of lager £5,50 two bagels £10 .00

I have been coming to Brotherhood MCR since 2019, the customer service is amazing the entire staff are attentive and even on busy match days the service is swift! The brotherhood burger is also spot on!

Great pub to watch sports , tvs everywhere

Lovely staff and very welcoming, I will definitely tell my friends, the buffalo blue burger was amazing

If you are going to charge more money for a beer and glass of wine than other better pubs around then at least make the toilets semi-decent. Disgusting! Never going back and I hope anyone who wants to take their wife/girlfriend/daughter any female (!) goes elsewhere. Probably what they want tbh. Terrible

Poor service, rude, dirty, never will be back.

Went in on a Saturday evening and played a few games of darts, the boards need some TLC as they are not in the best shape. However, the staff were friendly and polite and service was quick. Door staff leave a lot to be desired though with their guilty until proven innocent attitude. Gave me and my son a proper stare down and mini interrogation to see if we were ok to enter and we had not even had a drink yet.

Chicken wraps were amazing, don’t change them! Great service too

Great selection of beer, fairly priced too.

I thought this was a sports bar and therefore a good place to have a few drinks and a chat with friends. Unfortunately, the music was extremely loud and therefore limited conversation could be had over the noise. Not a place for a quiet social meet up with friends.

Cracking pint and great atmosphere!!! Top bar!! 😃

Great for watching sports, playing darts or pool or just having a drink

Great pub with live sport and pool

Horrible food and even worse atmosphere. Came to watch a football game, everyone super aggressive. Guys started playing pool right in front of where I was sat and decided it was alright to hit me over the head with the pool stick then shout it was my fault for sitting there (id been there over an hour. This guy was around 6’2. Im a 5’3 female). Horrible place

Close to the town hall, busy bar,

ideal for watching sports matches, with beers and fried food.

Food is very nice atmosphere is good and service is quick however this was a Sunday evening and wasn’t too busy .

Plenty of screens to watch the game.good atmosphere.expensive. £18 for 3 pints of Corona.ouch

I almost stopped going when they replaced the Asahi with Coors but all is forgiven. They do a great pint of Peroni!

Really poor communication, tried several times to book a table by email. No response. Disappointing.

Was there for an evening ppv event last night, TVs with live WiFi/net connection had lag and audio issues. Never resolved this though ended up being bearable at the end despite the 1/2 second lag. Pretty ropey set up, very disappointed

Just a quick drink but deffo going here again love the darts pool area got lost going toilets such a great venue

Freezing cold, sat with our coats on. Ordered lemon and herb chicken wings because I don't do spicy and they were so spicy. Soft nachos with sloppy tasteless salsa. The only good thing was plenty of TV screens for watching the football.

Delicious food,strong Lager,great atmosphere.

John completely made our experience. He needs a raise ASAP in my opinion !!!

Good modern bar/entertainment, not inexpensive

Always hammered in here but plenty of good beer choices

The manager refused to serve my friend. His excuse was, “He shook his head a few times.” I disbelieve this was an acceptable excuse. When challenged, he was not interested in having an open and honest conversation about miscommunication. I would not like to be under such management. He had a flannel T-shirt, 20-30’s and had a beard. If he is manager here again, I refused to come back.

Tried to use the QR code. Placed an order whilst using the WiFi at the venue. Order was submitted but never got through to the bar. They asked us to move downstairs to watch the raving and said table service was available but the app didn’t work and we had long periods of no service. We have been coming here for years to watch the racing at Cheltenham. Clearly we need to find a new venue.

Lovely place with a good atmosphere and great food. Would recommend!

This is a great sports bar, lots of screens to see everything and attentive staff. We wanted to watch the Rugby final and all the tables were booked which was to be expected. However the staff went above and beyond to help us and secured us a small bar table where we could sit and watch the rugby. The staff really were amazing, friendly, chatty and the service was quick, smooth and friendly.

Gezellige pub om voetbal of f1 te kijken.

**Brotherhood and Pursuits: A Cozy Sports Bar with Unique Charm** Nestled near St. Peter's Square, Brotherhood and Pursuits presents itself as a distinctive and cozy sports bar in Manchester. Despite being on the pricier side, this establishment offers a unique experience that's worth exploring. *Crafted Cocktails and Sports Watching:* The standout feature of Brotherhood and Pursuits lies in its well-crafted cocktails that, while a bit on the expensive side, deliver a delightful drinking experience. This, coupled with the establishment's provision of a fantastic platform for sports viewing, attracts both sports enthusiasts and those seeking a unique, intimate bar setting. *Crammed Atmosphere and Intimate Size:* The charm of this venue is accentuated by its smaller size, which creates a somewhat crammed yet cozy atmosphere. While the limited space might deter some, it adds to the establishment's appeal, offering a sense of intimacy and camaraderie among patrons. The hustle and bustle contribute to a lively ambiance, ideal for sports events and socializing. **Recommendations and Overview:** Brotherhood and Pursuits, despite its higher pricing, stands out as a unique sports bar that caters to those seeking a more intimate and cozy setting. The carefully crafted cocktails and the opportunity to catch sporting events in a welcoming environment make it a go-to spot for sports enthusiasts or anyone desiring a different drinking experience. The bar's small size may not be for everyone, but it certainly adds a distinct charm, providing a more closely-knit atmosphere that fosters interaction and an immersive sports-watching experience. For those seeking a break from larger, more bustling sports bars, Brotherhood and Pursuits offers a distinctive and more personal option in the heart of Manchester.

Very accommodating you can email in advance and book a table for the event of your choice, mad big selection of beers on tap

Very busy and vibrant make sure you come early

Prepuno klinaca koji sede i ne piju ništa zauzimaju mesta mušterijama deru se i baš je loša atmosfera

Pub full if welsh people to watch wales v Oz but refused to change the commentary from NFL to Wales v Oz cause bar staff wanted to watch NFL so we all walked out

Great place, lots of screens, good bar staff and the drinks options were good. The library was upstairs and wasn’t really available for quieter pint. I would struggle to be here if I wasn’t able bodied but for me it was fine. They have a promotion on that states that there is £1 off pints after the game, apparently not after this game…. I don’t mind paying the extra but a little notice is better than none. I would go again. ⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️

Nice sports bar! Totally fun when they have big football matches! Love the setup they have downstairs for viewing the match. Food service was good, decent food. Overall nice experience.

Great bar great staff and great vibes

I visit it all the time the waiting time for the food is long but its worth it very tasty.

Have tried to book a table for sport events multiple times via the phone, tired of not being answered. The website booking system doesn't really work well, you can request a table and if you're lucky you'll get a confirmation, otherwise you can say too bad to whatever plans you had. Need to get sorted out on this front.

Always a good atmosphere. Good range of beers at good prices too.

Came here to take on their GutBuster challenge! We were a bit disappointed to find out it wasn’t the one that BeardMeatsFood took on, but realised the 50 chicken wings in 20 minutes would have to do. A serious struggle for me (only managed 26), but light work for my friend - it was his first challenge and he is now the only person to beat the new one! The staff were all so friendly, and the food was really delicious too - also, the bar/restaurant itself is so nice - so many cool spots and bar games to play! I highly recommend just for drinks, but take on the challenge if you dare!

We went on a Friday for lunch, nice young guy explained the lunch deal,was a great deal and fantastic food and service.Staff are so friendly and patient.Would be a great place to watch football ( cricket was being shown at the time were there).Beer was nice and cold on a hot, hot day.