The 16 Best Restaurant Venues for Hire in Manchester

Q: What are some tips for getting an affordable restaurant venue in Manchester?

First, consider booking during off-peak times— midweek or lunch hours are often cheaper than Friday or Saturday nights . You can also explore the "minimum spend" venues , where you only pay a minimum amount for food and drink rather than a set hire fee, making it easier to stay within budget. Look for venues that allow partial hire , like Banyan Corn Exchange , which lets you reserve just a section of the restaurant rather than the entire space, perfect for smaller groups. Another insider tip is to ask about last-minute deals —restaurants often offer discounted rates for dates they struggle to fill. Finally, negotiate with the venue manager; many restaurant venues are willing to adjust pricing or offer perks like complimentary drinks or extended hours if you ask.

Q: What are the best restaurant venues in Manchester?

BLVD Manchester in the city centre is a chic, modern venue perfect for events with 120-300 people and a minimum spend of £500 per session. Its stylish decor and lively atmosphere make it a hit for celebrating birthdays. For a private dining space, Gusto Italian on Deansgate provides authentic Italian charm, spaces for events with 16 to 200 guests , and a £500 minimum spend . Meanwhile, The Blues Kitchen in Castlefield offers a lively party environment with live music and American BBQ, ideal for larger corporate events with 500 people, and event packages starting at £31 per person .

The Root

30 guests

Banyan Corn Exchange

(42)

City Centre, Manchester

#Supervenue

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Peace A.
“Great space, service was great a bit slow at times and staff were helpful and friendly”

from £50
hire fee / per session
Upstairs Dart Room

32 guests

Almost Famous Great Northern

(37)

City Centre, Manchester

D

Dan K.
“Great venue for our requirements with friendly and helpful staff (combined with enjoyable food and drinks).”

from £25
per person / per session
Mezzanine

45 guests

Banyan Spinningfields

(7)

City Centre, Manchester

#Supervenue

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Niall B.
“Amazing venue in a fantastic location. Bartenders staff were incredibly friendly and superb.”

from £2000
minimum spend / per session
Small Hub

20 guests

King Street Townhouse

(79)

City Centre, Manchester

#Supervenue

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Nina B.
“Booked the private room 'The Wine Cellar' for 14, all the staff I liaisoned with were so helpful.”

from £450
minimum spend / per session
Private Bar

38 guests

BLVD Manchester

(6)

City Centre, Manchester

Boulevard is located in the heart of Manchesters Spinningfields area. The restaurant has taken inspiration from the New York meatpacking district which is a collection of fresh food produce warehouses receiving imports from

from £500
minimum spend / per session
Lower Ground Event Space

250 guests

Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre

(22)

City Centre, Manchester

J

James C.
“Again and again and again. Had the terrace space to ourselves and was very well looked after by the staff.”

from £25
per person / per day
Semi Private Dining

30 guests

Hawksmoor Manchester

(2)

City Centre, Manchester

Our semi private dining space is available for large groups, various parties and gatherings, where you can enjoy some of Manchesters best group dining and event options.

from £30
per person / per session
The Well

22 guests

Banyan Corn Exchange

(42)

City Centre, Manchester

#Supervenue

H

Helen K.
“The booking process, preorder, and communication was all excellent.”

from £50
hire fee / per session
Full Venue

66 guests

Another Heart to Feed

(1)

Northern Quarter, Manchester

This includes a fully equipped kitchen that can be utilised for an evening food offering, either by our chefs or providing your own external catering. The space is accessible step-free, including having a disabled toilet

from £100
minimum spend / per session
Bistro

50 guests

MAYA Manchester

(3)

City Centre, Manchester

MAYA is a refreshingly dynamic experience, taking guests from noon until the small hours across all three of its spaces, each one telling its own story.

from £400
hire fee / per session
SITU

130 guests

The Alan

(8)

Chinatown, Manchester

It is a unique 6 storey setting with a pop up/mixed use space, ground floor restaurant/coffee/bar and 137 rooms. All accompanied by inspiring events and truly Mancunian collaborations.

from £40
minimum spend / per day
Private Dining Space

18 guests

Gaucho Manchester

(13)

City Centre, Manchester

B

Brandon H.
“Very attentive staff from both the manager and the host for the private function room.”

from £1200
minimum spend / per session

FAQs about Restaurant Venues in Manchester

What are some tips for getting an affordable restaurant venue in Manchester?

First, consider booking during off-peak times—midweek or lunch hours are often cheaper than Friday or Saturday nights. You can also explore the "minimum spend" venues, where you only pay a minimum amount for food and drink rather than a set hire fee, making it easier to stay within budget. Look for venues that allow partial hire, like Banyan Corn Exchange, which lets you reserve just a section of the restaurant rather than the entire space, perfect for smaller groups. Another insider tip is to ask about last-minute deals—restaurants often offer discounted rates for dates they struggle to fill. Finally, negotiate with the venue manager; many restaurant venues are willing to adjust pricing or offer perks like complimentary drinks or extended hours if you ask.

What are the best restaurant venues in Manchester?

BLVD Manchester in the city centre is a chic, modern venue perfect for events with 120-300 people and a minimum spend of £500 per session. Its stylish decor and lively atmosphere make it a hit for celebrating birthdays. For a private dining space, Gusto Italian on Deansgate provides authentic Italian charm, spaces for events with 16 to 200 guests, and a £500 minimum spend. Meanwhile, The Blues Kitchen in Castlefield offers a lively party environment with live music and American BBQ, ideal for larger corporate events with 500 people, and event packages starting at £31 per person.

How much does it cost to hire a restaurant venue in Manchester?

For venues with a minimum spend, prices typically start around £500 per session but can go up to £2000 or more for larger spaces. Spaces with flat hire fees range from £50 per session for smaller spots to £2000 per evening or day for more exclusive venues. Some restaurant venues also offer event packages, ranging from £25 to £50 per guest, depending on the event package and inclusions. (All data from Tagvenue)