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Lunch Venues for Hire in Manchester

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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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227 Restaurant Venues in Manchester

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Find Affordable Lunch Venues in Manchester

Chop & Plant Restaurant
from £12
per person / per session
Chop & Plant Restaurant
250
250
Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel
(46)
Castlefield, Manchester
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
B
Ben R.
“The venue internally was beautiful, the service on the night was very good and overall value was great too.”
Whole Venue
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
230
450
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester
(7)
City Centre, Manchester
Restaurant
Whole venue
D
Debbie J.
“We are already looking at booking the next Member meet up drinks back there in Manchester.”
Mezzanine
from £15
per person / per session
Mezzanine
40
50
Maracas Latin American Cantina
City Centre, Manchester
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
This mezzanine offers an inviting setting with an aesthetic filled with plants. Warm lights and greenery are what make the space cozy! It is a great option for private dinners and small celebrations.
Private Dining Room
from £50
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
24
35
House of Fu
(5)
City Centre, Manchester
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
The Private Dining room is located within the House of Fu, which can accommodate up to 24 guests for an intimate sit down dinner and up to 35 guests with a mixture of seating standing.
Private Dining Room
from £250
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
14
Hawksmoor Manchester
(5)
City Centre, Manchester
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
A beautiful glass-doored room adjacent to the main restaurant. A long oval dining table fills the room, which can seat groups of 10-14, creating a memorable space for gatherings of friends, family and colleagues.
Pergolas
from £400
minimum spend / per session
Pergolas
16
20 Stories
(11)
City Centre, Manchester
Terrace at a Restaurant
Private space
D
Dean M.
“Great venue - pre-dinner drinks and canapes went to plan. Private dining room was the perfect choice.”
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The Drivers Lounge
from £500
minimum spend / per session
The Drivers Lounge
14
30
Manahatta Deansgate
(38)
City Centre, Manchester
Dining Room in a Cocktail Bar
Private space
L
Lindsay S.
“The venue and room was the perfect size for our event and we loved how private it was.”
Chefs Table - James Martin
from £400
hire fee / per session
Chefs Table - James Martin
10
12
Manchester235
(17)
Castlefield, Manchester
Dining Room in an Entertainment Centre
Private space
L
Lisa G.
“Went above and beyond for a member of staff with a gluten intolerance. Staff were really polite and attentive.”
Wine Room
from £55
per person / per session
Wine Room
10
16
Gaucho Manchester
(18)
City Centre, Manchester
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Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
B
Brandon H.
“Very attentive staff from both the manager and the host for the private function room.”
Restaurant @ The Alan
from £250
hire fee / per hour
Restaurant @ The Alan
30
60
The Alan
(19)
Chinatown, Manchester
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
B
Bobby R.
“Fast responses to all questions which was great as I was booking very late.”
Semi Private Dining
from £45
per person / per session
Semi Private Dining
50
Hawksmoor Manchester
(5)
City Centre, Manchester
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Our semi-private dining space is available for large groups, various parties, and gatherings, where you can enjoy some of Manchester’s best group dining and event options.
Semi-Private Mezzanine
from £250
minimum spend / per session
Semi-Private Mezzanine
18
30
Mowgli Street Food Corn Exchange
City Centre, Manchester
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Mowgli Street Food at Manchester's Corn Exchange offers a semi-private dining space that can accommodate up to 30 guests, making it ideal for birthdays, corporate events, and family gatherings.
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Lunch Venues for Hire in Manchester

FAQs about Top Lunch Venues in Manchester

In Manchester, prices of lunch venues 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 Manchester, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:

Prices of lunch venues in Manchester
From £800 to £2000 minimum spend per event
From £22 to £55 per person
From £50 to £150 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:

  • Rock Lounge at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester in City Centre - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘This venue and it's amazingly attentive staff made the whole experience a pleasure.’

  • Small Hub at King Street Townhouse in City Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Booked the private room 'The Wine Cellar' for 14, all the staff I liaisoned with were so helpful.’

  • The Snug at Nell's at Kampus in 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.’

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 2025):

Small lunch venues up to 30 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium lunch venues between 50 and 100 guests prices average £1000 minimum spend per event
Large lunch venues over 130 guests prices average £2500 minimum spend per event

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.

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