Lunch Venues for Hire in Manchester

Booking costs of lunch venues average £1150 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 Manchester, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Container Space at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue in a great place with a very accessible deposit and minimum spend. Hired for my 40th.’

• The Snug at Nell's at Kampus in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘All the staff were friendly and very helpful. The venue had a perfect atmosphere and the food was great.’

• The Root at Banyan Corn Exchange in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The room was fantastic, the staff were very helpful and welcoming and the food was delicious.’

You'll find lunch venues 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 Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Exclusive Hire at Cibo Manchester on 43 Spring Gardens - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The restaurant operates a full kitchen and bar for in-house catering. The space also offers Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, wheelchair access and accessible toilets.
• Private Dining Room- max 20 at Browns Brasserie & Bar Manchester on 1 York Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Good room. Food arrived as ordered. Good service...’
• The Vault at Lucky Cat - Manchester on 100 King Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great food, private venue worked really well...’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for lunch venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller lunch venues usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 16 guests
  Our user said: ‘We booked the private dining for my sister’s surprise proposal an it was everything we wanted.’

• Private Dining Space at Gaucho Manchester, rated 5/5 - dining room for 28 guests
  Venue said: The room includes Wi‑Fi and air conditioning for guest comfort. Ideal for: Small executive groups or private dining parties seeking a polished, seated meal in a formal, private setting.

• Private Dining Room at Cibo Manchester - dining room for 24 guests
  Venue said: The space permits guest music and can accommodate an external DJ, subject to the venue's noise restrictions. Staff provide event coordination and menu arrangements.