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Top Lunch Venues in Manchester
Manchester City Centre is an ideal place to host a lunch event, thanks to its walkable layout, excellent public transport links, and variety of affordable venues. You’ll find everything from Indian vegetarian restaurants to trendy food halls and upscale British brasseries. From casual street food settings to stylish sit-down meals, Tagvenue helps you compare and book the best-rated spots easily. Ready to eat at the best spots? Browse our top lunch venues in Manchester today.
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![The Snug at Nell's at Kampus in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £22
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Snug
40 guestsNell's at KampusCity Centre, Manchester
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FFreyja A.
“Lovely booking staff, food was good and all the venue staff were friendly and accommodating. ” -
![Small Hub at King Street Townhouse in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £450
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySmall Hub
20 guestsKing Street TownhouseCity Centre, ManchesterKKat P.
“Hired the wine cellar and private screening room for a birthday party and the venue was excellent. ” -
![Rock Lounge at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRock Lounge
44 guestsHard Rock Cafe ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterDDebbie J.
“We are already looking at booking the next Member meet up drinks back there in Manchester. ” -
![Whole Venue at Crazy Wendy's Thai Restaurant & Bar in Manchester]()
from £23
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
75 guestsCrazy Wendy's Thai Restaurant & BarManchesterAAngus R.
“Had a do here for my 30th and booked out the whole restaurant. ” -
![Private Dining Room at Browns Brasserie & Bar Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
20 guestsBrowns Brasserie & Bar ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterJJenny C.
“The staff had been amazing from start to finish from making the booking/pre-order to the evening event. ” -
![Private Dining Room at 20 Stories in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
18 guests20 StoriesCity Centre, ManchesterPPaul S.
“Food, service, venue, view, all good ” -
![The Root at Banyan Corn Exchange in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £50
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Root
30 guestsBanyan Corn ExchangeCity Centre, Manchester
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TToby M.
“I would definitely consider booking another event at the Banyan Corn Exchange. ” -
![Semi Private Mezzanine at Gusto Italian Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Mezzanine
80 guestsGusto Italian ManchesterCity Centre, Manchester
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IIsabella D.
“Lovely venue, friendly staff and great food and drink ” -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
16 guestsGusto Italian ManchesterCity Centre, Manchester
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AAdewunmi
“The atmosphere, the venue and the decorations. Food was ok ” -
![The Vault at Lucky Cat - Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £160
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault
12 guestsLucky Cat - ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterDDanielle V.
“Great food, private venue worked really well ” -
![Full Venue at Another Heart to Feed in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
66 guestsAnother Heart to FeedNorthern Quarter, Manchester
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SStewart M.
“We had our engagement party at Another Heart to Feed. It was the perfect venue, great staff, amazing night! ” -
![The Well at Banyan Corn Exchange in City Centre, Manchester]()
from £50
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Well
22 guestsBanyan Corn ExchangeCity Centre, Manchester
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HHelen K.
“The booking process, preorder, and communication was all excellent. ”
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“The venue internally was beautiful, the service on the night was very good and overall value was great too. ”
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“We are already looking at booking the next Member meet up drinks back there in Manchester. ”
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“Amazing venue in a fantastic location. Bartenders staff were incredibly friendly and superb. ”
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“Great friendly service, could not do more to accomodate us! Location was ideal and the room was brilliant! ”
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“Went above and beyond for a member of staff with a gluten intolerance. Staff were really polite and attentive. ”
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“Absolutely lovely venue, and the food was great. Thank you ”
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“Very attentive staff from both the manager and the host for the private function room. ”
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“Fast responses to all questions which was great as I was booking very late. ”
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FAQs about Top Lunch Venues in Manchester
In Manchester, prices of lunch venues average £1200 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:
| From £600 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £22 | to £45 | per person |
| From £50 | to £400 | hire fee per event |
Highly reviewed options for group lunches include Hawksmoor Manchester for British dishes in a smart-casual atmosphere, and Gino D’Acampo for large groups with seating for up to 290. For something trendier, Another Heart to Feed in the Northern Quarter is popular for its casual vibe and fresh menu, and Nell’s at Kampus offers excellent value for larger parties.
Affordable options include House of Fu from just £20 per person or £50 minimum spend. Banyan Corn Exchange also provides competitive hire fees at £50 per session. For vegetarian Indian cuisine, Sanskruti Restaurant in nearby Withington offers lunch from £20 per person, making it a great option for plant-based group dining.
