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Top Restaurants for Groups in Manchester
There's nothing like the buzz of a great meal shared with friends or colleagues. In Manchester, there are many restaurants for group dining ready to be hired for your event. If you are planning an after-work party, a birthday party, or a small wedding reception, you will find options in Spinningfields, Ancoats, and the Northern Quarter. These venues fill up fast, so we're here to make sure you don't miss out. With Tagvenue, you can explore Manchester's best group dining restaurants, check availability instantly, and easily make your reservation.
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![The Snug at Nell's at Kampus in Manchester City Centre]()
from £22
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Snug
40 guestsNell's at KampusManchester City CentreFFreyja A.
“Lovely booking staff, food was good and all the venue staff were friendly and accommodating.” -
![Semi Private Dining at Hawksmoor Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Dining
50 guestsHawksmoor ManchesterManchester City CentreOur 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. -
![Private Dining Room at 20 Stories in Manchester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
18 guests20 StoriesManchester City CentreDDean M.
“Great venue - pre-dinner drinks and canapes went to plan. Private dining room was the perfect choice.” -
![Basement Bar at Foundry Project in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
15 guestsFoundry ProjectNorthern Quarter, Manchester
#Supervenue
CConor C.
“Great venue. Hired the basement bar for an event and staff were really communicative throughout.” -
![Semi Private Mezzanine at Gusto Italian Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi Private Mezzanine
64 guestsGusto Italian ManchesterManchester City Centre
#Supervenue
SSarah M.
“Excellent dinner for a big party of people. Service was superb and the food excellent.” -
![Private Bar at BLVD Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Bar
25 guestsBLVD ManchesterManchester City CentreRRose F.
“Great space! Thank you, will definitely be booking again” -
![Private Dining Room at Browns Brasserie & Bar Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
20 guestsBrowns Brasserie & Bar ManchesterManchester City CentreJJenny C.
“The staff had been amazing from start to finish from making the booking/pre-order to the evening event.” -
![Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
16 guestsGusto Italian ManchesterManchester City Centre
#Supervenue
BBlessing E.
“We booked the private dining for my sister’s surprise proposal an it was everything we wanted.” -
![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.” -
![The Root at Banyan Corn Exchange in Manchester City Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Root
30 guestsBanyan Corn ExchangeManchester City CentreTToby M.
“I would definitely consider booking another event at the Banyan Corn Exchange.” -
![The Well at Banyan Corn Exchange in Manchester City Centre]()
from £50
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Well
22 guestsBanyan Corn ExchangeManchester City CentreJJillian
“Spacious, modern and cosy. Very nice venue to host an event.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Gino D'Acampo Manchester in Manchester City Centre]()
from £4500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
290 guestsGino D'Acampo ManchesterManchester City Centre
#Supervenue
SSasha G.
“Jen was very hands on at short notice and pulled off a great day for the wedding. 100% recommend.”
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Booking costs of group dining restaurants average £1000 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 £900 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £23 | to £45 | per person |
| From £100 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
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Semi Private Dining at Hawksmoor Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: If you’d prefer more intimate dining, for small groups and celebrations we have a private dining room that seats 10-14 as well as a semi-private area to seat up to 30. -
Private Dining Room at 20 Stories in Manchester City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue - pre-dinner drinks and canapes went to plan.’ -
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.’
You'll find group dining 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 Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 90 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Cibo Manchester
on 43 Spring Gardens - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our Private Dining Room offers an exclusive and elegant space for up to 24 guests, perfect for special occasions, corporate events, and intimate celebrations. -
Private Dining Room 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...’
Smaller group dining restaurants usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Container Space at Foundry Project, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Booked for a group of 35 for a work social.’ -
Private Dining Room at Hawksmoor Manchester, rated 5/5 - dining room for 14 guests
Venue said: If you’d prefer more intimate dining, for small groups and celebrations we have a private dining room that seats 10-14 as well as a semi-private area to seat up to 30. -
Semi-Private Olive Tree at Gusto Italian Manchester, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 35 guests
Venue said: Tucked beside our beautiful indoor olive tree area offers an elegant semi-private space for up to 30 guests. Perfect for birthdays, intimate parties, or small wedding celebrations, this charming area provides an exclusive...
In Manchester, group dining restaurants are most commonly booked for 15 to 45 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Private Dining | Usually between £400 and £1,100. |
User who booked Private Dining Room at Gusto Italian Manchester for 16 guests
said: ‘Everyone loved their food and the service was great. Staff members were friendly and professional.’ |
| Party | Usually between £800 and £1,500. |
User who booked Basement Bar at Foundry Project for 30 guests
said: ‘Staff on the night were friendly and helpful. I was really impressed by my first private hire experience.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £1,500 and £2,400. |
User who booked Private Bar at BLVD Manchester for 43 guests
said: ‘Great venue. Good location, perfect for 50+ guests. Would come again definitely .’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £1,300 and £1,900. |
User who booked Mezzanine at Banyan Spinningfields for 75 guests
said: ‘Bartenders staff were incredibly friendly and superb. Great selection of drinks at the venue too.’ |
Many venues allow alcohol to be served, with many offering fully stocked bars or BYOB options. Check the alcohol policies with our venue managers to make sure that you can serve alcoholic drinks at the restaurant.
Depending on the venue, activities can include anything from speeches and toasts to interactive experiences like cocktail-making or live music. Some places even have private spaces for games, karaoke, or team-building activities.
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