Private Dining Rooms for Hire in Northern Quarter, Manchester

Booking costs of private dining rooms 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:

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

• The Dining Room at The Bay Horse Tavern in Northern Quarter - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Staff in the venue were super helpful and attentive.’

• Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Everybody enjoyed the venue and it went really well. Would definitely recommend for a small party or event...’

• 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.’

You'll find private dining rooms 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):

Smaller private dining rooms usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• 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...’

• The Snug at The Bay Horse Tavern, rated 5/5 - lounge for 25 guests
  Venue said: The tiled floor and timber panelling make the space straightforward to clean after food and drink service. Ideal for: Small social groups seeking a relaxed, informal standing reception or a low-key seated drinks gathering.

• Evolve at The Studio Manchester, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 50 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small professional groups running seated workshops and presentations that require AV and a flexible meeting layout. What guests say: The room is clean and well organised.

Cheap private dining rooms in Northern Quarter start from £300 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer, from £300 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The happy hour from 6-9 was great value and we ordered pizzas for everyone which worked really well.’

• Coconut Cabana at Tiki Hideaway Manchester, from £10 per person (up to 30 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Really responsive staff, great venue, really accommodating, had the place nearly entirely to ourselves.’

• Photo & Dance & Event Space at Studio Bee Photography Studio, from £180 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: Discover Studio Bee, your go-to space for photography and events in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.