Manchester's Northern Quarter has built its reputation on doing things differently, and its restaurants are no exception. Restaurants with private rooms in the Northern Quarter include independent bistros, contemporary dining spots and hidden gems tucked between Stevenson Square and Thomas Street. They're ideal for birthday dinners, client lunches and family celebrations, with many offering tailored menus and exclusive dining spaces. Scroll down and find a restaurant that serves great food with a little extra privacy.
Booking costs of restaurants with private 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 from July 2026:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | per person | |
| From £60 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated July 2026), the best options include:
The Wayfarer at The Wayfarer
in Northern Quarter - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Would highly recommend booking the space at the Wayfarer for a party / event.’
Basement Bar at Foundry Project
in Northern Quarter - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Beautiful and private room, awesome drinks, amazing staff.’
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 restaurants with private 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 (July 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in July 2026
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