A speakeasy bar disguised as a laundrette is so convincing that people have actually turned up with a basket of dirty washing!
But you won’t be getting a quick rinse and spin here - just great cocktails and a unique, mysterious atmosphere.
The Washhouse, in Manchester, sees customers step through a washing machine door into the hidden venue, which is strictly bookings only, 2Chill reports .
The bar’s Facebook page states: “First rule of The Washhouse... You don't talk about The Washhouse. Bookings only.. Get your detective hat on, track our website down and book in online instantly.”
But considering it’s just a stone’s throw from The Arndale Centre, the unassuming building would be easy to casually stroll past.
The bar’s website doesn’t list a menu, but instead a selection of services, from duvet cleaning to ironing - which they ‘definitely don’t offer’.
The bar adds: “We don’t cater for all of your laundry needs and more.
"Our friendly staff won’t take care of your washing and its probably best not to let them loose near a washing machine.
"But, whether you are a local resident or a student, or passing by Manchester, drop in and give us a spin.”
What’s on the menu?
Cocktails, cocktails and more cocktails.
For those hoping for a glimpse of the menu before you arrive, you can’t.
The website has been kept pretty illusive due to its secret nature, but there’s some pretty vibrant looking drinks being posted on Facebook, and they look delicious.
Some of the cocktails include:
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Our Dearest Lorrie - A Pisco sour infused with orange, sage and cardamom
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Pea Super - A vegetal mojito with pea puree, coconut water, coriander and mezcal
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Coffee Nogroni - A non-alcoholic coffee flavoured negroni with tonic
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The Suffragette City - Tequila, grapefruit, germanium and lime
In terms of the décor, the atmosphere and the vibe you can expect behind the launderette façade, we don’t want to give too much away.
This Narnia-type experience is one you’ll have to find out for yourself, that’s all part of the fun in discovering a secret bar.
