The Library Champagne Bar
Deansgate, Manchester
Bar in Manchester, United Kingdom
Book with PearlWhy go
A calm, champagne-led hotel lounge in Manchester that makes sense for dates, business catch-ups, polished pre-dinner drinks. Book for the room and the central Free Trade Hall setting rather than for a documented signature drinks list or food programme.
About The Library Champagne Bar
Detail for The Library Champagne Bar is limited, so the decision should stay narrow. What is confirmed is that it is in Manchester, has a smart-casual dress code, is listed at $65 per person. Treat it as a considered Manchester stop rather than a place to judge by claims about menus, specific drinks, interiors, awards, or service style.
The clearest planning signal is the schedule. The Library Champagne Bar is closed on Monday, open 10:30 AM–5 PM Tuesday through Thursday, open 10:30 AM–11:30 PM Friday through Sunday. That makes the weekend window more flexible, while the weekday pattern is better for daytime or earlier plans.
A Manchester stop with limited detail
The safest advice is to plan a visit only if the confirmed basics fit your plan: Manchester location, smart-casual dress, $65 per person, the listed opening hours.
Value depends on whether the basics fit
At $65 per person, value depends on whether The Library Champagne Bar fits the kind of Manchester outing you want. Without menu detail, it is not possible to recommend specific bottles, cocktails, dishes, or pairings. If food is the priority, scan our full Manchester restaurants guide instead.
There is also not enough detail to compare its interior, service style, or drinks list against other Manchester options. For travellers pairing this with a stay, our full Manchester hotels guide is the better place to plan the wider trip.
Quick reference: consider The Library Champagne Bar when the confirmed price, smart-casual dress code, Manchester hours suit your plan; be cautious if you need menu detail, specific drinks, food information, outdoor seating, or a documented service format.
Planning details
- Location
- Free Trade Hall, Peter St, Manchester M2 5GP, United Kingdom
- Website
- radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-collection-edwardian-manchester/dining/the-library-champagne-bar
- Phone
- +44 161 835 8959
Venue details
Ambiance
A refined, library-style lounge within a grand historic hall, with high ceilings, plush seating, and mellow background music (including a grand piano on site), creating a calm, luxurious setting ideal for afternoon tea and intimate drinks.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Champagne Bar
- Music
- Mellow Background Music, Sometimes Around a Grand Piano for a Relaxed, Refined Atmosphere.
Planning details
Location
Free Trade Hall, Peter St, Manchester M2 5GP, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Schofield's, Notable alternative
- Sexy Fish, Notable alternative
- The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie, Manchester, Notable alternative
- Club Brass, Notable alternative
- The Daisy, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares for a Manchester drink
The Library Champagne Bar is the quieter, champagne-first choice in this set. Pick it when conversation and a composed room matter more than cocktail reputation. Schofield's is the stronger bet for a cocktail-focused night, while The Daisy is a better cross-shop if the priority is a bar with more of an independent feel.
For a higher-energy plan, Sexy Fish and The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie, Manchester make more sense when food, scene, drinks need to sit together in one booking. They are less appealing if the goal is a restrained one-round stop.
Club Brass is the closest comparison for readers weighing room feel against drink spend. The practical call: choose The Library Champagne Bar for a calm champagne-led round, Schofield's for cocktails, Sexy Fish or The Ivy for a fuller night, The Daisy when a less hotel-coded atmosphere is the point.
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Compare The Library Champagne Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Library Champagne Bar | Manchester | No published awards |
| Schofield's | Manchester | Top 500 Bars 2027 · #402Top 50 Cocktail Bars UK 2026 · #6Top 500 Bars 2026 · #224CLASS Bar Awards 2026 Winners - Best Bar in the North2023 World's 50 Best Bars · #95 |
| Sexy Fish | Manchester | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #439Star Wine Lists 20262026 Pinnacle GuideTales Spirited Awards 2026 - World’s Best Spirits Selection - World’s Best Spirits Selection (Top 10 Nominee)2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe RecommendedMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie, Manchester | Manchester | No published awards |
| Club Brass | Manchester | No published awards |
| The Daisy | Manchester | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Library Champagne Bar good for groups?
It may work for a group if the confirmed basics suit your plan: Manchester location, smart-casual dress code, $65 per person, the listed opening hours.
Is The Library Champagne Bar good for a date?
It may suit a date if you are looking for a Manchester venue with a smart-casual dress code and a $65 per person price point.
Is the food good at The Library Champagne Bar?
If a meal is the priority, confirm the current offering with the venue before you go.
Does The Library Champagne Bar have outdoor seating?
What's the crowd like at The Library Champagne Bar?
What is confirmed is that The Library Champagne Bar is in Manchester, has a smart-casual dress code, opens 10:30 AM–5 PM Tuesday through Thursday and 10:30 AM–11:30 PM Friday through Sunday.
Is The Library Champagne Bar worth the prices?
It depends on whether the confirmed details fit your plan. At $65 per person, it makes sense to check current details and availability directly before deciding whether it is the right Manchester option for you.
What's the best time to go to The Library Champagne Bar?
Use the hours to plan: The Library Champagne Bar is closed Monday, open 10:30 AM–5 PM Tuesday through Thursday, open 10:30 AM–11:30 PM Friday through Sunday. Choose the day based on whether you need an earlier visit or a later weekend window.
