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 £500 | to £2200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | per person | |
| From £60 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 110 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller restaurants with private rooms usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Northern Quarter, based on Tagvenue data as of August 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
Our user said: ‘Staff in the venue were super helpful and attentive.’
The Loft at The Morris - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: There’s a bar up there, a solid sound system, and room for around 40 people. Food can be brought in through their usual partners..
Cheap restaurants with private rooms in Northern Quarter start from £500 minimum spend per event or £35 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:
Container Space at Foundry Project, from £500 minimum spend per event
(up to 30 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The food was excellent (we ordered too much). Drinks packages were very reasonable given the location.’
Event Space at Hinterland, from £35 hire fee per hour
(up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: Alcohol-free bar hire and in-house catering available. Please note: the venue is located down a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Run as a not-for-profit community interest company with a queer-led team.
The Bar Room at Nell's NQ (Common), from £20 per person
(up to 25 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Music and general atmosphere was brilliant and what excellent value too! Cannot recommend highly enough...’
Page last updated in August 2026
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