Manchester's "famous" vodka bar set for a six-figure makeover

After 26 years in business on the Oxford Road in Manchester, the “now iconic” vodka bar Revolution is set for renovations. Revolution “set itself apart from the competition” by infusing crushed up candies and other wild flavours into vodka shots and creating a unique party atmosphere that could not be replicated. 

Jack Pople, Revolution General Manager said,  ‘‘I can’t wait to get this refurbishment finished so people of Manchester can see what we’re all about here at Oxford Road. We feel very lucky to work in an environment where our team is so tight-knit and cohesive, and it will be amazing when the look and feel of the venue reflect this even more.’’

The bar is set to shut its doors for a few days on the 22nd May as it undergoes an “eye-popping” makeover. It will then re-open on 28th May with the full relaunch events kicking off on the Jubilee weekend of 3rd and 4th June, with a weekend of themed parties to celebrate the revamp with a throwback to the era in which it was born. 

The new design will build upon the current exposed brick look with the addition of some eye-catching neon signs and artwork. There will also be plenty of nods to Revolution’s status as the UK’s premier vodka bar, including a vodka display spanning the brand’s creative history. 

The street view of the venue will now showcase a huge graffiti mural, a new colour scheme, and special effect lighting designed to pop on Oxford Road.

Boasting a full bar, photobooth, top-tier sound system, effects lights and projector, it’s the ideal location to drink, dine or host meetings, with the versatility to be transformed into a party venue for more informal events.

Oxford Road prides itself on being a venue for all occasions. Its “prime location” just a stone’s throw away from Oxford Road train station and the Palace Theatre has made it a magnet for pre-theatre bites and thirsty commuters. 

Its position in the centre of Manchester’s university district has also made it an essential location for students, whether celebrating an occasion or dropping in for a tasty lunch between lectures. Revolution continues to support local students with one of the best discount schemes around, and free access to the Vodka Loft.