Diecast

Foundry to venue

The building began life as a foundry and machine works, and the conversion keeps the scale and industrial bones. Its first phase opened to a sell-out crowd in July 2023, and it now bills itself as a creative neighbourhood, food hub and cultural space rather than a single bar.

Eat and drink

The Warehouse Kitchen is known for its Neopan pizza, and Sunday roasts have been singled out by local reviewers. House of Daiquiri pours frozen cocktails from a marble bar lined with machines, and outside there is a beer garden with rum caravans for warmer days. The scale means there is usually space even on busy evenings, and it works for groups who all want something different to eat or drink. Larger events and parties can be booked with the venue.

Nights out

Beyond the food, Diecast has a club, a theatre space and late-night party nights, with DJs playing disco and house. Come for dinner and stay on, or start the evening here before heading to the Northern Quarter. The Rat and Pigeon pub is just around the corner. Check the listings for theatre shows and club nights, which may be ticketed separately.

Highlights

• Former foundry and machine works
• 5,000-capacity venue opened in 2023
• Warehouse Kitchen pizza
• House of Daiquiri frozen cocktail bar
• Beer garden with rum caravans

Good to know

• A few minutes' walk from Manchester Piccadilly station.
• Events and club nights may be ticketed; check listings before you go.

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