Located on Swan Street in Manchester’s buzzing Northern Quarter, Firehouse is a vibrant, independent restaurant and bar that brings a slice of California cool to the city’s creative heart. Just a short walk from Victoria Station and surrounded by street art, music venues and indie boutiques, it’s the kind of place that effortlessly blends laid-back dining with high-energy nightlife.
Inside, Firehouse is a feast for the senses. Think exposed brick, candlelit tables, and a central runway that transforms into a stage after dark. Evenings at Firehouse come alive with immersive performances, from sultry cabaret and high-energy DJ sets to live musicians and dancers who transform the space into a dynamic, theatrical experience, turning dinner into a full-blown party.
Firehouse is all about bold flavours and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu, served from their ‘Slow Fires Kitchen,’ leans into global influences with a Mediterranean twist. Expect mezze plates loaded with roasted veg, tahini, and fluffy pita, alongside charred peri-peri chicken, dry-aged steak with peppercorn sauce, and the crowd-favourite ‘nduja chicken burger with chilli honey and aged cheddar. Sundays are for fire roasts, with options like Cheshire chicken, Lancashire beef, and mushroom Wellington - all served with generous trimmings and lashings of gravy.
The drinks list is just as lively, featuring frozen margaritas, spritzes, and a rotating selection of wines and cocktails. Thursdays bring ‘Club Di Vino,’ with half-price bottles and spritzes, while Saturdays are all about bottomless brunch on the terrace - Prosecco, lager, and cocktails flowing from noon.
Firehouse’s immersive vibe is enhanced by its ever-changing lineup of performers, ensuring that no two nights feel the same and every visit offers something unexpected and electric. Whether you’re in for a relaxed meal or ready to lean into the weekend, Firehouse delivers atmosphere, flavour and flair in equal measure.