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Top Brunch Restaurants in Northern Quarter
In the Northern Quarter, brunch is rarely a quiet affair. Think strong coffee, great playlists, and tables full of people stretching one meal well into the afternoon. Warehouse-style dining rooms, hidden courtyards, and lively cafés all earn their place here, with menus built around pancakes, pastries, plates worth passing round, and the occasional espresso martini. You'll find brunch restaurants in the Northern Quarter that suit lazy catch-ups, birthday plans, and weekend starts that gather momentum quickly. With tram stops nearby and Manchester Piccadilly within easy reach, meeting up is the easy part. Browse below and pick a spot before someone else grabs the good table.
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![Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
15 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, Manchester
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CConor C.
“Great venue. Hired the basement bar for an event and staff were really communicative throughout.” -
![Restaurant at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
90 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, Manchester
#Supervenue
JJo H.
“Excellent venue, food and service. Will definitely be using again for an event like this!” -
![Container Space at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityContainer Space
30 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, Manchester
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NNick C.
“We will definitely book here again for any future events in the area.” -
![Full Venue at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
165 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, Manchester
#Supervenue
RRupert T.
“Great venue in a great place with a very accessible deposit and minimum spend. Hired for my 40th.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Nell's NQ (Common) in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
200 guestsNell's NQ (Common)Northern Quarter, ManchesterMMarina N.
“The place is nice for a stand up and mingle event. Staff is nice and helpful.” -
![First floor at Maki & Ramen in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £20
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst floor
60 guestsMaki & RamenNorthern Quarter, ManchesterMaki & Ramen is located in Manchester’s Northern Quarter and offers a private event space across two floors of the restaurant. Groups can hire one entire floor, which seats up to 60 guests and includes its own private bar.
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![Entire Venue at Fress Restaurant & Bar in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £60
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsFress Restaurant & BarNorthern Quarter, ManchesterFress Restaurant & Bar is a brunch restaurant offering a mix of indoor and outdoor seating and a bar. It is a halal-friendly brunch spot in Manchester serving large portions of American-style dishes.
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!['Mediterranean' Private Room at PUPA Restaurant & Bar in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability'Mediterranean' Private Room
60 guestsPUPA Restaurant & BarNorthern Quarter, ManchesterMediterranean-Inspired Private Dining Space Welcome to our warm and inviting private hire venue, perfect for hosting up to 80 guests. With soft lighting, rustic wooden furnishings, and draped fabric ceilings, the space exudes
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![Function Rooms at Turtle Bay Manchester Northern Quarter in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £46
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Rooms
200 guestsTurtle Bay Manchester Northern QuarterNorthern Quarter, ManchesterWhether you’re planning a relaxed meal with colleagues, a Bottomless Brunch celebration or a larger evening event, we offer a range of food and drinks packages to suit your occasion.
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![Semi Private Hire at The Social NQ in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Hire
38 guestsThe Social NQNorthern Quarter, ManchesterThe Semi Private Hire is a semi-private area in The Social NQ (Event Space) defined by a long, bench-lined layout that creates an intimate dining and social zone.
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![Full Venue Hire at The Social NQ in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
250 guestsThe Social NQNorthern Quarter, ManchesterFull venue hire comes with a standing capacity of 250 people maximum. The venue has two bars, bathrooms and music facilities.
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![Le Coq Boutique at The Social NQ in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLe Coq Boutique
30 guestsThe Social NQNorthern Quarter, ManchesterIdeal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated dining experience with a social, restaurant-style tone. What sets it apart: The room's in-built PA system and permission to play your own music permit a personalised soundtrack
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FAQs about Top Brunch Restaurants in Northern Quarter
Booking costs of brunch restaurants average £1100 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £600 | to £2200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £23 | per person |
| From £60 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect for our event and the bar staff were always on hand, food was delicious.’ -
Full Venue Hire at Nell's NQ (Common) in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The place is nice for a stand up and mingle event.’ -
Ground Floor Bar at The Shack NQ in Northern Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue did everything we needed it for will definitely book again! Phill...’
You'll find brunch restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Northern Quarter, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller brunch restaurants usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Dining Space at Science And Industry (Cane & Grain), rated 4.9/5 - bar for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Perfect venue for a small gathering. Great bar anf music at great level...’ -
Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester, rated 4.7/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Heather was very helpful and responsive throughout the booking and right up until the day itself.’ -
The Dining Room at The Bay Horse Tavern, rated 5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Features: The Dining Room is fitted with freestanding wooden tables and mixed chairs, a wall-mounted screen, an in-room PA system and venue Wi‑Fi. Ideal for: The Dining Room suits small groups seeking a relaxed, seated meal...
Cheap brunch restaurants in Northern Quarter start from £500 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Container Space at Foundry Project, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The food was excellent (we ordered too much). Drinks packages were very reasonable given the location.’ -
Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester, from £10 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Heather was very helpful and responsive throughout the booking and right up until the day itself.’ -
Event Space at Hinterland, from £35 hire fee per hour (up to 50 guests seated)
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