1. Dusk til Pawn
Don't let the pawn shop sign put you off – this is a super cool cocktail bar set in a Grade II-listed building. There is a spectacular bourbon selection, and decent beers too.
2. Cornerhouse Cinema
A splendid arthouse cinema with comfy chairs and specialist screenings. Or, for a kitschier date, go to the Route 66 Drive-In Cinema.
3. Almost Famous
Burgers are a brave move on a date, but these ones are worth the leap. If you're veggie or vegan, try out V Revolution on Oldham Street, which specialises in "vegan junk food".
4. Home Sweet Home
This sweet cafe is open until 11pm, making it a nice late-night option for non-drinkers. And coffee fans.
7. Cloud 23
This cocktail bar is slightly pricy, but it's worth it for the view. And the signature cocktails are out of this world. The Mr Mercer's Cotton Peculiar, for instance, comes with magical candy-floss.
9. The top floor of Shudehill Interchange Car Park
Bear with us, here – the view is really worth it. Gaze out across the city, and then take your date for a nice meal (try Bistro 1847 for veggie food, or San Carlo) to make up for bringing them to a car park.
11. Piccadilly Records
12. Museum of Science and Industry
Wonderfully interactive, and railway fans can see plenty of trains. Afterwards, drop into Samsi for a bite to eat.
13. Castlefield Canal Basin
15. B.eat Street
A series of "weekend block parties" held at Brownsfield Mill this summer. Expect street food, drinks, and good music. You can follow it on Twitter here.