Manchester’s iconic Northern Quarter bar and restaurant, The Pen and Pencil, is marking a decade on Tariff Street with a huge celebration this September.
A Decade of Manhattan Style in the Northern Quarter
Since opening in 2015, The Pen and Pencil has brought a taste of New York cool to Manchester, inspired by the original mid-century Pen and Pencil bar on East 45th Street, famously featured in Mad Men. As one of the city’s first bottomless brunch venues, it quickly became a go-to hangout for cocktails, DJs, and late-night vibes.
The Big 10th Birthday Party
On Saturday 27th September, the team is throwing one massive birthday bash — and everyone’s invited. Running from 2pm until late, expect 10 hours of DJs and performances including a headline set from Drag Race UK’s Banksie, alongside Les Croasdaile, Mark Hogg, Danny Ward, and A Deeper Groove.
Guests can enjoy a special bottomless brunch with limited-edition cocktails, plus free pints of Red Stripe at 10pm.
Build-Up Events and September Specials
In the run-up to the big night, The Pen and Pencil has lined up a week of excitement:
- Tuesday 23rd September: Double quiz prize money + happy hour all night
- Friday 26th September: Happy hour all night, free tequila shots at 10pm, plus DJs Nev Johnson and Gareth James from 7pm
The birthday celebrations don’t stop there — the whole of September will feature exclusive offers, including:
- 50% off food every Monday
- Two cocktails for £10 every Wednesday
- £10 burgers every Thursday
- Happy hour all night every Friday
- “10 dishes for £10” and two Bloody Marys for £10 every Sunday
- Resident DJs every Friday and Saturday
Adding to the festivities, passersby will also be treated to a special art installation outside the venue, inspired by the bar’s New York roots and its ten years on Tariff Street.
Still a Northern Quarter Favourite
Owner Kevin Connor said:
“We’re really excited to be celebrating being part of the Manchester community for ten years! New York’s Pen and Pencil was a classic steak and cocktail joint, and we’re proud to have created our very own iconic Northern Quarter hangout. We hope everyone will join us in celebrating ten years on Tariff Street.”
The Pen and Pencil’s legendary bottomless brunch still takes place on the last Saturday of every month from 1–6pm, with three hours of unlimited food, drinks, and a DJ — making it a Manchester staple.
Bookings for the anniversary weekend are strongly recommended via thepenandpencilnq.co.uk or by calling 0161 660 3303. Walk-ins are welcome on the day, subject to availability.
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