Albert’s Schloss

A must go to bar in Manchester. I always end up going here when going for drinks in town, always a good atmosphere, great set up with the round bar and seating areas and a good selection of drinks at reasonable prices (and food I hear).
Whether you want a relaxed one during the day or a full blown night out it never fails to disappoint. Go early if going on a Friday or Saturday evening though as it’s very popular and the queues can get long.

An updated review guys, this place is über cool, the beer great, apparently the food is amazing… but can I get back in to try it again?! Nope.
Twice, on a Friday and a Saturday night me and +1 have been turned away from here by The over Zealous Door security staff.
Reasons? Because they don’t allow groups in and because we where 2 guys, they couldn’t be sure we weren’t meeting larger group once inside.
I have never heard such ridiculous comments in my life.
Both times I wanted to show people how good it was in Alberts, both times this didn’t happen.
Keep this up and it will become a singles bar…

Easily one of my favourite places in Manchester. Only been to here at weekends but every time it’s been busy with a vibrant atmosphere.
Eaten here once on a Friday night, food was delicious and better still, half price. I had the currywurst with chips, which was delicious; whilst the rest of the lads opted for amply sized steaks.
Music is good with a regular live display, staff are welcoming and there’s a massive fire pit to stand around, if that’s your thing!
The beer menu is impressive (important, considering this is one of its main selling points) and reasonably priced (around £5.50 a pint for proper German beer).
So far I have found no faults with this place and hope that continues!

Schloss has become a common haunt of mine since it’s been open!
The vibe is relaxed and chilled during the day providing cracking continental beers along with their tank beer which is superb!
Going at night and it’s totally different, the live band provides an atmosphere that can’t help but get your dancing shoes on and you get lost in the Jazz.
Must go!
PS. The food ain’t too shabby either and fairly priced!

Prosecco. ON TAP. Like, there’s a button and you press it and they bring it to you. Whut?!
Do I really need to go into more detail? OK, I will.
I love the grandiose hall, I love that there are loads of beers, and I love the prosecco button. The lighting is rather pretty. Basically, I wish I was back there right now, having fizzy good brought to me by their happy staff at my whim. I almost want tot say it feels a bit Game Of Thrones, but that’s partly because I’ve been watching it all over again and partly because we sat at a huge, long, wooden table.
When it’s full, it’s definitely a bit noisy, but that’s all part of the vibe.
Full disclosure: don’t have much more to add bar the prosecco on tap. It’s genius.

Back again as a group of four this time. Easter Sunday afternoon. Started with a few beers at the bar, and the place started to get more and more filled.
We retired to a booth over the far side of the bar, by this time feeling a bit peckish.
We ordered 2 cheese burgers and 2 halloumi burgers. Plus a couple of fries.
There was not a single complaint about the food in our group. The halloumi burger being the best one of group had ever had. I had a cheeseburger. These featured a large, juciy patty, on a brioche bun with a burger sauce. Cooked slightly pink, the meat was perfect.
Whilst we sat the resident band started playing, who were also excellent. The service the whole time, and especially whilst at the booth was also excellent.
Albert Schloss is a must visit whilst in Manchester. It’s not firmly on my list of favourites.

Such a great environment. I could spend all day and night here!
Really really enjoyed the live music. So charming. There was also a lot of dancing on tables which was totally delightful although not sure it’s strictly allowed, but from what I hear there seems to be a lot of it!
I want to live inside this place forever

Felt like I was the only person yet to experience Albert Schloss until I finally went on Wednesday evening. So I heard lots of positive hype beforehand… therefore it had a lot to live up to. The good news is that it did just that, so no disappointment here!
Firstly — interior is spot on. You’ve got a bit of minimal scandi style lighting and décor (always one to notice little things like that), yet it has a cosy feel with the fire place in the middle of the seating area upon entering. Huge bar area, and a sophisticated DJ booth hidden right towards the back and on a platform so the DJ is above the whole bar. Not sure if that’s so he doesn’t get bombarded with requests, as it’s pretty impossible to get up there!
I went on a Wednesday evening and it was incredibly busy, but still tables available and the place just had a really nice vibe. I was driving so ordered a diet coke, which came in a HUGE beer mug. Made me want to experience the many versions of beer on offer. Maybe next time.
I feel I can’t review it for what it’s popular for — its extensive selection of beers from around the world (and German beers of course) — because I couldn’t drink. But I did check out the beers, wines and cocktails menu and saw some fantastic options. I really need to come back here and experience some of the ‘fancier’ drinks. I also spotted an Espresso Martini on the menu. WInner!
5 of us came here to eat, and I was stuck for whether to chose the pork shoulder, halloumi burger or chicken schnitzel. I ended up going for the chicken, and it was absolutely huge! Biggest breaded chicken I have ever seen. They used to do them this big in Australia, and since coming back to the UK I’ve been merely disappointed. Now I know where to go for my huge chicken schnitzel fix. It was also coated in rosemary and herbs which gave it a really nice touch. My food was delicious, and everyone in my party pretty much said the same. One of them had a beef dish and the decoration of the meal was perfect!
The best bit (easily pleased) was the side orders — the yummiest cheesy baked mash, truffle fries with lashings of sprinkled cheese, sweet potato chips and steamed broccoli. We ordered all 4 and shared between us, which was a great side to all our meals.
I was greedy this particular night and went for caramel bananas with waffles and pecan nuts for dessert. Amazing dessert — sickly sweet but what else would you expect from this dish. My friend got some donut dish filled with cream, strawberries and chocolate, which were also divine.
Reasonable prices, great atmosphere, so much drinks choice and a great interior. Only reason I haven’t gave it 5 stars is because I couldn’t experience the drinks, and it was a little too busy for a chilled Wednesday.
But i’ll be returning!

On a recent visit to Manchester one of our first stops was Albert Schloss, as soon as the doors swung open I was in my element. Beer, beer and more beer! We visited a few weeks before Christmas and this place had a real festive feel, in fact it would actually put you in mind of a Christmas Market beer tent, without actually being a tent obviously!
There’s was group of ten of us and we managed (may have been booked) nab a long table right in the middle of the seating area. The staff were great considering how busy it was, as soon as we were seated and settled they were over taking drinks orders. The beer selection was fantastic and I sampled 2 different types, both equally nice.
I loved the look and feel of Albert Schloss, the wooden interior is complimented by the cooper piping creating a real industrial vibe — probably a throwback to Manchester’s bygone days — orrrr I could be reading way too much in to it?!
They served food but we didn’t have any and they and a large stage but when we visited it was vacant. If you’re visiting Manc make this part of your itinerary, a must for beer fans!

If I could say a place stinks of me this would be it. We went for a quick bit of food last Friday night before a film but I could have stayed there all night!
The selection of German lagers is to die for and I only got to sample three of them which means I’ll have to go back and try the rest very soon!
The food was fantastic, I ordered a cheese burger with added bacon. The burger was big and juicy and cooked to my order (medium). The chips were thin which aren’t my favourite but due to the standard of the burger I wasn’t that bothered. My mates ordered steaks which I was slightly envious of when they come as they also looked big and juicy, however in the end I was very happy with my choice!
The atmosphere is very good and has a range of people in from 18 – 60 I’d say. There was a live singer on while we were there who entertained and could sing a bit also! I can’t wait to go back!

The buzz around Albert’s Schloss has been going on for a short while now and, I must admit, I can see what all the fuss is about. The large beer hall type décor is fairly unique to Manchester — the high ceilings and notable open fire pit both catch your eye immediately, and the wrap around central bar makes for quite the focal point.
We’ve visited on two occasions recently; once for a post-​work pint on a Wednesday, and the other for dinner during their January 50% off after the cinema on a Sunday. With this, it’s worth noting we haven’t experienced a ‘weekend’ here — which I hear can be very cabaret and disco fuelled, which isn’t to everyone’s taste.
Our Wednesday night pint experience was a good introduction, giving us a feel for the place and a moment to explore the options on the bar. With no ‘traditional’ draught cider (you will find Rekorderlig on tap, however) I was drinking Fruli, which comes in ²⁄₃ pints. The service was friendly and, despite sitting where many would consider as behind the bar, quick and attentive. The only negative we found on this visit was the never ceasing disco ball…
Cue our return on the following Sunday to take advantage of the 50% off your food bill offer by booking online. Our table was quite ready when we arrived but had been cleared by the time we got our drinks at the bar. The menu is well set out, with starters/​small plates/​mains/​sides/​desserts and some bar snacks available. Luckily, the tables either side of us were just receiving their food, so we could gauge the size of each dish…
Eventually, we decided on: chicken schnitzel, Schloss fries, bratwurst (the starter portion), padron peppers, and cheese & ham croquetas. They were more than happy to bring everything at once, so we could properly feast! The bratwurst was the highlight, especially when combined with the cabbage served alongside. The schnitzel was also tasty and went well with the red pepper dip from the plate of padron peppers. Unfortunately the Schloss fries weren’t to our taste and too overpowered by either parmesan or truffle oil, we weren’t quite sure.
As there was no mad rush to leave, we decided to share something from ‘the pudding club’ aswell. The brioche doughnuts — individually filled with chocolate, raspberry and custard — were very tasty and rolled in cinnamon sugar, giving them an almost churro-​like coating. Paired with the vanilla ice cream they were delicious.
Service was distant to begin with and our waitress felt quite distracted. However, she perked up by the end of the meal, and was nice enough to offer us some pastries to take away — as they are baked fresh each day, they want to minimise the amount of food they throw away. Nice touch.
No doubt Albert’s Schloss will become a regular haunt for us due to location, especially with favourite Brewdog just next door. I don’t think I’m brave enough to face a Friday or Saturday night here just yet, though.

ALBERT SCHLOSS! ALBERT SCHLOSS! I feel like I need to shout this from the rooftops! 5 stars just isn’t enough for this place! It is by far one of the best bar/​restaurants I have visited in Manchester for a while and I couldn’t speak more highly of the friendly staff, warm and welcoming vibe and mouthwatering food, and here’s why…
SO, I have visited here twice now — the first time just for a quick beverage which I enjoyed and really got a good feel for the atmosphere and bohemian bier palace vibe they’re trying to get across. The place is HUGE but you can reserve a table/​area with ease and the staff kindly greet you at the door and show you to your seats.
The second time I visited was to eat and celebrate my families Christmas! Sure we were already in good spirits but this places definitely lifted them to new heights.
We were quickly shown our table which was a nice booth at the back of the bar (slightly to big for a group of 5 but we made it work).
The waitresses came over quickly and took our drinks order. My mother and I opted for a bottle of their dry rose. We also asked a few questions about the menu as we weren’t familiar with the German terms and again the waitress was polite and answered all our questions with ease.
We ordered our food and began to drink our wine. Usually I’m a sweet wine drinker but I really enjoyed their dry rose and would definitely recommend it!
Now to the food… Yey! We started by sharing the meatballs, ham and cheese croquets and the tomato and basil flat bread (yes we were hungry).
The meatballs you could tell are made fresh as they have that slight crumble to them and are mixed with a real hearty chorizo flavoured sauce. They literally melted in the mouth.
Now I know what you’re thinking — ham and cheese croquets… Well don’t underestimate them. The cheese has a slightly sharp taste and mixed with the ham it’s the perfect combo. As you cut into them the inside just poured our. Devine.
The flatbread was also a winner — crisp, flavoursome and topping plentiful!
I also had a spoonful of Alex’s beer and onion soup which was just packed with flavour! A real rich, stew like textured treat. I’d only recommend this however if you’re really hungry and it is ridiculously filling and rich — you could have it as main!
Now to the mains (by this point we were getting full). I chose the beef house special. My gosh, was it good! The meat literally melted in your mouth and with the compliments of bacon lardons, potato rosti, and pickled cabbage in a red wine sauce it was a dish Albert Schloss should be truly proud of — a taste sensation!
I also have my mums pork knuckle a try — SO GOOD! The pork just fell off the bone.
We also ordered sides of sweet pot and normal chips which were thin, crispy and yummy. There was actually quite a delay with the chips and when they finally arrives the waitress couldn’t apologise more informing us that the waitress had fallen and dropped them so they had to be done again! As an apology they wiped all the sides and the bottle of wine off the bill — what service!!!
As I said at the start I cannot speak highly enough about this German beauty in the heart of Manchester! I urge anyone living or visiting Manchester to give it a try! You won’t be disappointed!
And to top it all off they have push for prosecco buttons for all those who enjoy a glass of fizz… Or two!

Albert’s Schoss — in their own words. Your friendly Bohemian Bier Palace!
Schloss means a Bavarian palace or château. Bavaria is a region in the South of Germany and apparently where they consume the most beer on the planet. Another region Albert’s Schloss is inspired by is Bohemia which is nearby region of Bavaria in the Czech Republic — where they know how to make a good beer!
Albert’s Schloss is a place you have to visit — if you live in Manchester, you have no excuse! Its only recently opened and its always busy. There is nothing else quite like this bar/​restaurant/​music place like it in Manchester.
I have been a few times and there has always been some sort of live music on. And when not live music, there is a DJ (although of course will depend when you visit if there is live music/​DJ). The music can be a bit random. One time it sounded like music that would be played at a Russian wedding — it got everyone dancing! The last time I went personally I wanted the live music to stop and get the DJ back — who was playing some classic 90s stuff (mixed with newer stuff and some older).
It is one of those places which has tank beer — they have 4×900 point copper barrels/​tanks. This is beer which has come straight from the brewery and is pumped into giant tanks. It tastes really good. Maybe next time I go to AS though, I will try something else other than the tank beer.
I have also eaten the food here once which was pretty good. I had the Chicken Schnizel and the potato, cheese & truffle sformata.

Huge beer hall, with a vague attempt to be German themed. Lots of nice seating areas, live music on busy nights and fast service at the bar. They offer a reasonable selection of German beers, my personal favourite being the Paulaner. Most drinks are in the £5 region, so this would be an expensive place to spend an entire evening.
With the name ‘Schloss’ I was expecting something castle-​like. It isn’t, it’s just a big bar!

What a fabulous new place to hit Manchester. I descended on Alberts Schloss on a late Friday afternoon and could have happily stayed there all night.
The place is HUGE! and has a very Revs De Cuba feel to the outfit, but with a Bavarian twist.
Long wooden tables encourage communal drinking with friends, reminiscent of the Munich beer houses that we are all familiar with. Centred in the middle of one square table an open fire — keep your mitts toasty whilst you snack on the authentic German fare.
The beer selection in here is outstanding, as much as the atmosphere!

I already knew I was going to love this spot before I even arrived having heard so many great things from fellow Unilocalers!
About 15 of us headed down after an event nearby but there was so much space we had no problem getting in — not that it was quiet, it just has such a vast landscape of space!
I opted for the safe bet and had their Pauliner Lager, first pint very nice, second pint even nicer — draw your own conclusions :)
A couple of members of the group did get the food and it all looked and smelt fantastic — most of the options are traditional German snacks/​dishes which is fantastic and offers something different to the other gastro bar/​pub options in the city.
A brilliant new bar very welcome opposite the Great Northern, perfect for a quick pint, a bite to eat or a knees up with a big group!

I’m struggling to think of a newly opened bar or pub in Manchester that has made such a great and lasting impression as Albert’s Schloss has.
This colossal, and I mean colossal, Bavarian bier hall has seating for probably over 300 people, with room to spare for another 300. Its nicely divided up though, with spacious booths, formal dining area and also undulating, thick wooden bench seating which can easily accommodate larger groups.
The sizeable bar in the centre of the space is overlooked by copper lighting rigs and piping from the four huge copper beer barrels weaves its way across the ceiling. Their tank beer is brought over from the Czech Republic every week and must be drunk in seven days (there’s a board which shows the count down).
Alongside their kitchen which produces dishes such as pork and beef meatballs, house ribs, and Bavarian soured beef (there are veggie options too), they have an in-​house bakery making pretzels, cinnamon buns, sourdough loaves and waffles for you to buy and take away.
The place is a visual spectacle, and city goers seem to have welcomed them with open, beer craving arms. It’s a place to have fun in. Our group loved it here and we’re already planning a return visit to sample the food, have more of the excellent aforementioned tank beer and maybe see a live show on their stage.
Willkommen in Manchester, Albert’s!

Big big big big big big fan of this place! I’m not too sure if I ever sat down and thought a giant German beer and food hall was missing in my life — but it’s here now and I love it.
I actually popped in twice on Tues (after my sister in law had been about 5 times already saying I should go) — with lunch happening earlier on, followed by 2 hours of coffees while working and then later a big group of us hit it for drinks around 9pm.
Main points are:
The halloumi schnitzel sandwich really hit the spot! Very tasty and a random choice amongst all the meaty dishes but it was nice for a change.
Great selection of German beers, I love craft beer but here you’re forced to drink food German stuff and I like that!
Great atmosphere throughout
Very quiet booths in the back make it a great place to work in the day.
Super friendly staff
Inhouse bakery serving lovely bready goods — the sourdough I got to go was amazing and still serving us well!
Great option if heading to a gig upstairs at the Albert Hall.
I’ll be back — soon!

It’s great to see something different in Manchester. Not that this German/​Czech style of bar/​pub is a particularly novel concept but it is for Manchester, where everything seems to skew towards USA influence.
First off, the space is gorgeous. It’s big but still cosy, beautifully decorated, with big long tables and booths to the side. There’s a stage and from what I can tell they have bands on quite often. When we were there on a Tuesday it was band night, and others I’ve spoken to who’ve been on other nights say there was live music then too.
I had two pints of the tank beer — Pilsner Urquell — which was delicious and took me back to my sojourn to Slovakia. Tank beer is the way forward. I really like proper Pilsner Urquell as well as it’s so malty it’s almost chewy. This sounds gross but I love it.
They also sell Fritz Cola which my boyfriend and I fell in love with when we were on holiday in Berlin, so I bought two bottles of that to take home.
I didn’t get any food but someone at my table ordered the bratwurst which looked really tasty. The menu of beer snacks all looked pretty good and I can imagine ordering a few to share with friends over a few pints. I believe there’s also a full food menu but I didn’t see it. I hope they have dumplings.
Prices were as expected for Manchester. £4−5 mark for pints and £6−9 mark for cocktails.
I hope to return soon!

Utterly fabulous! I was lucky enough to be invited along for the press launch and they sure put on a show. Dancers in cocktail glasses, fancy dress actors, live music, DJs and canapés!
Amazing building, done out really well with long tables, arms chairs, a log fire and push for prosecco buttons. The staff are really friendly and the range of drinks available is impressive. Reasonably prices… Delicious homemade schnapps too!
The canapés we tasted were lovely but I can’t wait to return to try the proper menu — apparently they have an in-​house bakery!
Top venue, great for group fun!