So i have the task of getting 16 lads to pubs around Manchester next Friday starting at 6pm.

We're aged 30ish, mixed interests. Think of a ladbrokes life banter bus, that has some bedwetting indie kids on board.

Now, i'm fully aware it will be tough to find places that are...
- Interesting, alternative, nice beer but that won't alienate some of the LADS
- Not too shit and full of other stags/hens
- In close proximity
- Will let 16 guys in on a Friday night
- Food in pub #1
...without having to compromise somewhere.

Can you help?

Joke answers, complaints that we're not welcome and your stories also gratefully received.