A restaurant with exposed brick walls, dark wood beams, and round tables with white linens at James Martin Restaurant.

A restaurant with exposed brick ceilings, round tables with white linens, and upholstered chairs at James Martin Restaurant.

A restaurant dining area with exposed brick ceiling, ornate chairs, set tables, and warm lighting at James Martin Restaurant.

A restaurant with round tables draped in white linens, upholstered chairs, and exposed brick columns at James Martin Restaurant.

Restaurant at James Martin Restaurant

Name: Restaurant at James Martin Restaurant
Address: 2 Watson Street, Manchester, M3 4LP, GB
Price range: from £1500 minimum spend / per session

Restaurant

Whole venue

About this space

James Martin Restaurant is a modern British restaurant set inside a converted industrial warehouse, its dining room retaining the venue's industrial character.

Design: The dining room combines dark timber floors, low pendant lighting and a mix of booth and freestanding seating to create layered dining areas. The furnishing pairs antique-style upholstered chairs with white-linen tables and polished glassware for a formal, restaurant-style appearance.

Features: The restaurant includes a PA system and speakers, Wi‑Fi and air conditioning. The room permits own music and hiring a DJ and provides wheelchair access and accessible toilets. The layout offers both booth seating and round tables with full table settings suitable for formal dining.

Ideal for: The space suits groups seeking polished, seated dining in a refined, restaurant-style setting.

What sets it apart: A continuous brick-arched ceiling spans the dining floor, giving the room a distinctive vaulted profile.

What guests say: The restaurant provides attentive, knowledgeable table service. The dining room delivers a comfortable, luxurious atmosphere.

Offers and packages

Menus

Event offer

Celebrate Christmas with a three-course festive dinner at James Martin Manchester. Served Wed–Sat from 5:00 PM, 25 Nov–30 Dec.

Festive Dinner Package – Restaurant

£70 per person

• Three-course festive dinner
• Dinner service Wednesday to Saturday from 5:00 PM
• Available 25 November to 30 December

BREAD
1. House Sourdough

STARTERS
1. Curried Cauliflower Velouté
2. Smoked Ham Hock & Parsley Terrine
3. Smoked Haddock Rillettes

MAINS
1. Roast Turkey, Cranberry and Orange Roulade
2. Chestnut and Mushroom Miso Roast Loaf

FISH
1. Line Caught Cod
2. Monkfish Cassoulet

RISOTTO
1. Classic Thai Crab Risotto

DESSERTS
1. Christmas Pudding Bauble
2. Dark Chocolate Torte
3. Banoffee Soufflé
4. Sticky Toffee Pudding
5. Coffee and Josh’s Sweet Treats

Prices

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Wednesday

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Thursday

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Friday

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Saturday

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Sunday

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500 min. spend

Per session

9:00 – 21:00

from £1500

Alcohol licence until 23:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.

Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing

up to 200

Dining

up to 150

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements

Air conditioner

Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in

Full-length mirrors available

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music

Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users

Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

A One-of-a-Kind Venue in the Heart of Manchester

Located inside the iconic Great Northern Warehouse, our venue sits in the heart of Manchester city centre – just a 5-minute walk from the nearest tram stop, 2 minutes from Manchester Central, and 10 minutes from the AO Arena, with hotel partnerships all around for added convenience.

We offer an extensive range of high-quality bars, restaurants, and private lounges to suit every type of occasion.

Impress clients with an intimate evening at the exclusive Chef’s Table inside the renowned James Martin Manchester restaurant – or take over the entire 170-seat space for a wedding, corporate event, anniversary, or birthday celebration.

Looking for something more relaxed? Host a stylish gathering in our Icon VIP Bar, featuring deluxe games tables, a fully equipped bar, and plush leather seating. Or, reserve a VIP booth in our elegant Main Bar, or a private table in the Poker Lounge for a night of entertainment with a twist.

Discover our hidden gem – the Private Events Suite – a flexible and quirky space perfect for conferences, staff parties, quizzes, weddings, and more. With a large stage for live performances, a pull-down screen for major sporting events, and capacity for up to 175 guests, it’s a show-stopping venue ready to be transformed for your vision.

No other venue in Manchester offers such a versatile mix of spaces, style, and standout experiences – all under one iconic roof.