North West Region

Piccadilly Tap

8 Gateway House, Piccadilly Station Approach
Manchester
M1 2GH
Telephone(0161) 393 4168
Real AleFamily FriendlyGardenLunchtime MealsEvening MealsGamesCiderSmokingDog FriendlyWiFiLive Music
Opening times: Mon 13:00-23:00; Tue and Wed 12:00-23:00; Thu–Sat 11:00-24:00; Sun 11:00-23:00

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PUB IS CLOSED 15TH TO 19TH FEB 2026 WHILE PICCADILLY STATION IS CLOSED.

Opened in March 2015 in a former shop unit on the approach to Manchester Piccadilly Station, the Piccadilly Tap has become a popular stop for people arriving and departing by rail. The ground floor is largely standing room, with a mix of tall tables and lower seating. Upstairs is a more settled space with bench seating, a pool table and toilets, plus a terrace overlooking Piccadilly Approach, with additional seating outside at the front.

Beer is a key draw, with five cask ales alongside a range of craft options. Following a 2018 refresh, the cask ales continue to be served via handpumps rather than fonts. A large beer and price list is displayed on the wall to the right of the bar. Freshly prepared pizza is available daily from 11.30am. The cellar is upstairs, and the pub may close early if trade is quiet. The cask range is varied and frequently changing, making it an easy pre-train (or post-train) temptation.