As of Monday 17 May Manchester will have officially entered ‘Step Three’ of the roadmap out of lockdown.
This means new rules permitting indoor drinking and dining for the first time in months, as well as the reopening of some long-shuttered local businesses like cinemas and museums.
For the roughly four in five Manchester hospitality businesses left unable to trade during the strict nationwide lockdowns, this is welcome news indeed.
The majority have been unable to open since before Christmas. Others have been closed for the best part of a year.
Lockdown saw us lose some real city centre gems, with casualties including city centre favourites Nexus Arts Cafe, Bock Biere, Teacup Kitchen, Lunya and Earth Cafe.
We’re very sad to announce that Nexus has not been able to weather the Covid-19 storm. As a not-for-profit organisation, our margins were always very small, and even with your help we didn’t have the reserves to keep us going. pic.twitter.com/ZRA3dNhOQ3
Now, with the next few months set to be pivotal for the success of many local hospitality businesses, we are at risk of losing more if they don’t get the support they need.
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So, as the city takes one more step back towards normality, we thought we’d put together a list of the places that will reopen for indoor drinking and dining from May 17.
Let’s go and show them some support.
This piece will be regularly updated as new information becomes available.
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Manchester bars and restaurants reopening the week commencing May 17:
Albert Square
Reds True BBQ Slug and Lettuce Speak In Code The Allotment Vegan Wood & Co. Armenian Taverna
Ancoats
Blue-Eyed Panda Second City Erst Jub Thai Street Urchin (Wednesday, 19th May) Sugo Viet Shack Cha-ology
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Bridge Street
Dishoom Mason’s Restaurant and Bar MOJO
Castlefield
Albert’s Shed The Wharf Cafe Istanbul Cibo The Wharf
Central
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American Pies The Bank Crown And Anchor Circle Tavern The Flying Monkey Annies San Carlo Bottega Browns The Bull & Bear Chish & Fips Harvey Nichols Second Floor Bar and Brasserie Mamucium The Restaurant, Bar and Kitchen Peru Perdu TGI Fridays Sam’s Chop House Three Little Words The Brotherhood of Pursuits and Pastimes City Arms
Chinatown
Little Yang Sing Phetphalin Teppanyaki Chinatown Yang Sing Yuzu The New Emperor Seven Oaks
Corn Exchange
Pizza Express Pho Vapiano
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Deansgate
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Be At One Las Iguanas Slug and Lettuce The Knott Ark Bem Brasil San Carlo Cichetti Cloud 23 Dimitris Taverna Gaucho Hawksmoor La Vina Evuna Dirty Martini
First Street
Junkyard Golf Club Indian Tiffin Room HOME
Great Northern
Vesper cocktail bar James Martin Manchester Platzki Fat Hippo Siam Smiles Cafe
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King Street
Flight Club Grand Pacific Kala Rosso Honey at Gotham King Street Tavern
Northern Quarter
63 Degrees Allotment NQ The Abel Heywood Bem Brasil Band on the Wall Behind Closed Doors Bar 21 Castle Hotel CBRB Cottonopolis Dusk Til Pawn English Lounge Herd NQ Junior Jacksons NQ64 Noi Quattro 33 Oldham Street TNQ Restaurant & Bar The Lost Cat Night & Day Turtle Bay Restaurant & Bar SoLIta NQ Chakalaka (?) Ciaooo Pizzeria Pen and Pencil Penang Evelyn’s Cafe & Bar Ply Seed and Cherry Sicilian NQ
Oxford Road Turtle Bay Restaurant & Bar Joshua Brooks Dog Bowl Temple Bar One Plus Oishi Q Navarro Lounge The Refuge
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Peter Street
Asha’s Don Giovanni Don Marco Ezra & Gil The French at The Midland) Mount Street Dining Room and Bar at The Midland Peaky Blinders The Blues Kitchen Manchester (20th May) Peter Street Kitchen
Piccadilly
Brasserie Abode Bundobust Chez Mal Ducie Street Warehouse Franco Manca The Green Waldorf Hotel Escape to Freight Island
Printworks
Bierkeller Chiquito Frankie & Benny’s Hard Rock Cafe Nandos Wagamama Wasabi O’Neills Walkabout
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Shudehill
Lower Turks Head The Pasta Factory
Spinningfields
Fazenda Tattu BLVD
The Village
Jasmine Grill Habesha Arnero Napoleon’s bar and Chinese restaurant Yizhichuan Samsi
Food & Drink
Costa finally jumps on the matcha hype after customer demand with new winter menu
Emily Sergeant
Costa has finally jumped on the matcha hype train.
It’s been a long time coming, but after customers have been begging the popular coffee shop chain to start serving what is, undoubtably, the drink of the moment, Costa has finally listened to what the people want and has announced this week that its new winter menu features a range of matcha latte drinks, both hot and cold.
Christmas is over now, and it’s time for Costa’s festive menu to go back into hibernation for another year, which is why this new winter menu is designed to ’embrace fresh rituals’, comforting flavours, and a moment to reset.
Launching tomorrow (8 January), the winter menu will introduce both a selection of new and returning favourites.
Costa has finally jumped on the matcha hype train with a trio of new drinks / Credit: Costa
First up, we have the handcrafted matcha trio, of course, including a Hot Matcha Latte and an Iced Matcha Latte, both fully customisable with your choice of milk alternatives and syrups, or for a more refreshing twist, the Strawberry Coconut Iced Matcha Latte blends creamy coconut with sweet strawberry sauce for an uplifting sip.
The Spanish Latte also returns by popular demand, as does a new Spanish Caramelo Latte, which is a velvety caramel twist on the much-loved original.
On the food front, January’s food menu introduces some ‘bold tastes’ and ‘vibrant’ vegan options, including the new plant-based Onion Bhaji Wrap, packed with spice and flavour, or the new Tomato & Basil Soup for a proper cosy companion.
Morning cravings are covered too, with the new Tomato & Mature Cheddar Croissant, or the new All-Day Breakfast Toastie.
Costa has launched its winter menu for the new year / Credit: Costa
On the sweet side, there’s a couple of returning fan-favourites in the mix – with the Banana & Chocolate Muffin, the Orange & Raspberry Victoria Sponge, and the Berry Crumble Slice, each crafted to elevate that afternoon coffee break.
Nishant Bhatia, Global Food and Beverage Innovation Director at Costa Coffee, said the new January winter menu is about ‘finding small moments of comfort and enjoyment’, adding: “Especially our new matcha range”.
“Costa matcha is designed to be a feel-good ritual, whether you’re discovering matcha for the first time or already love its smooth flavour,” they concluded.
Costa’s January menu launches on Thursday 8 January 2026 in all Costa stores across the UK and Ireland.
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Food & Drink
January 2026 deals, discounts and offers at Manchester restaurants and bars
Daisy Jackson
January might be associated with hibernating, but it’s actually the best time of year to eat out – restaurants and bars across Manchester are slashing their prices with special offers this month.
Right across the city centre, you’ll find generous discounts, special set menus, and other offers all the way through January, to help our local hospitality scene through famously one of the most difficult times of year.
You’ll be able to save cash on pizzas, curries, steaks, noodles, cocktails, brunches, and just about every kind of scran you can think of.
There are a lot of January offers to discover around Manchester, and it can get a bit overwhelming to narrow it all down, so we’ve done the hard work for you with a fairly comprehensive guide to the very best January deals.
The best January deals and discounts in Manchester city centre
As always, check each restaurant’s terms and conditions at the time of booking, and happy eating!
What is it: A gorgeous neighbourhood restaurant that’s been a staple of the Northern Quarter’s dining scene for years – great brunches and sharing plates in an unpretentious, cosy setting.
The offer: 30% off the dinner menu, Monday to Thursday, when you book and use the code JAN30.
The Daisy, Tib St
What is it: Just downstairs from Evelyn’s, The Daisy is a trendy little cocktail bar that does a great martini and always has a stellar soundtrack.
The offer: 20% off your bill, Tuesday to Sunday, when you dine at Evelyn’s (show proof of an Evelyn’s reservation or bill)
Deano’s, Edge Street
What is it: An American-Italian diner in the heart of the Northern Quarter, serving pizza and pasta plus giant mozzarella sticks.
The offer: 30% off all food, Sunday to Thursday – booking recommended.
Crazy Pedro’s, Short Street (and Bridge St)
What is it: A late-night bar and pizza joint, with slightly bonkers pizza toppings and cocktails laced with popping candy.
The offer: £10 pizzas until 10pm, every day in January
Chakalaka, Oldham Street
What is it: A South African bar and kitchen – think big, meaty plates of comfort food, plus a hidden beer garden (maybe not for January).
The offer: 50% off mains, Sunday to Thursday – booking recommended.
The offer: £3 tapas plates throughout January AND 2-4-1 on glasses of Sangria. Available at both locations from Monday to Friday until 6pm.
Trof, Thomas Street
What is it: One of the Northern Quarter’s top spots for just about everything, from brunch to lunch to post-work happy hour drinks to dancing into the early hours.
The offer: 40% off all food, Tuesday to Friday, all January long.
Morning Glory, Oldham St
What is it: A sunny new-ish coffee shop and cafe in the district with canned matchas and fresh bagels.
The offer: £2 Americanos and ‘Americcinos’ – all day, every day.
The Bay Horse Tavern, Thomas Street
What is it: A modern take on a Victorian pub, right in the heart of the Northern Quarter – expect pies, puddings, chippy teas, and an impressive crisp selection.
The offer: 50% off food, Monday to Friday, booking highly recommended (but not essential)
Cane & Grain, Thomas St
What is it: Another long-standing Northern Quarter favourite, serving up ribs, rum, bourbon and beer.
The offer: 50% off food, Sunday to Friday, booking recommended
The Morris, Thomas St
What is it: One of the newest hangouts in the Northern Quarter, The Morris is a pub downstairs, a funky retro cocktail bar upstairs, and then has an events space tucked up in the attic too.
The offer: 25% off drinks in the pub, Tuesday to Thursday; then 25% off drinks across the whole venue on Sundays
What is it: A long-standing Northern Quarter favourite, with great food all day long plus happy hours, parties, brunches and more.
The offer: 50% off food, and a happy hour from 4-7pm, Monday to Friday.
Yard & Coop, Edge Street
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What is it: The OG home of fried chicken in Manchester, whether it’s tenders or burgers or just about anything else you can think of.
The offer: 50% off their viral takeaway spice bags from 9 to 31 January – order online.
Shack, High Street
What is it: Sports bar, brunch favourite, gaming bar, late-night haunt, and kings of a great happy hour – this is a proper Northern Quarter staple.
The offer: 50% off the entire main menu, Monday to Thursday in January.
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Bab, Little Lever Street
What is it: A kebab shop with a difference – locally-sourced ingredients, homemade marinades and sauces, and fresh flatbreads from scratch. Plus meze dishes and desserts.
The offer: 50% off ‘BABS’ every Monday to Friday from January 5, tables must be booked at least one hour in advance
House of Social, First Street/Sir Howard Bernstein Approach
What is it: A massive and marvellous food hall tucked behind the main First Street complex, serving everything from pizza, bakes, Indian street food and tacos, to ales, wine, cocktails and more.
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The offer: Technically, they’ve got a few across their various traders…
Burger and Beyond – £13.50 burger and fries lunch deal between 12-4pm, Tuesday to Friday + £20 ‘happy hour’: two burgers and a big portion of fries to share from 4-6pm.
Dough Religion – Any classic pizza for £13, Tuesday to Sunday, 12-4pm.
Mughli – ‘Resident Curry’ offer: curry, side of rice or a naan for £17.50, all day from Tuesday-Sunday throughout the month
OK Taqueria – New menu items for January, including Steak Tacos, Tuna Tostadas, and a Chicken Tinga Burrito; prices starting from £9.90
Choi Wan – Brand new poke bowls launching in January.
Maray, Lincoln Square
What is it: A gorgeous Mediterranean restaurant with 10/10 service, where you can tuck into everything from falafel sharing plates to their famous disco cauliflower.
The offer: Green January; 50% off all vegetarian and vegan dishes with a reservation, Monday to Thursday. Book HERE.
Circolo Popolare at St Michael’s, Jackson’s Row
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What is it: Manchester’s addition to the global Big Mamma Group brand, serving stunning Italian food and the largest lemon meringue pie you’ve ever seen.
The offer: Dine in December and receive a FREE lunch in January 2026 with ‘Burrata Bucks’ that can be redeemed at the restaurant in the New Year – offer includes one antipasti dish and one main. Available to claim Monday-Friday from noon until 3pm. T&Cs apply for bookings of two or more people.
Maya, Canal Street
What is it: A stylish basement bar and restaurant on the corner of Gay Village, split across three floors and featuring a healthy dose of disco.
The offer: 50% off Sunday Roasts throughout January + 50% off your total food bill for the full month of January when ordering from the main menu (lunch and dinner), valid all day from Sunday to Friday – though it can’t be used alongside any bottomless drinks deals.
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Society, Barbirolli Square
What is it: One of Manchester city centre’s best food and beer halls, featuring a variety of vendors serving a wide range of delicious cuisines.
The offer: A main dish from any of Society’s independent food traders for only £10, as well as pints and glasses of wine for a fiver. Available from 4-6pm, Monday to Friday.
The Cut and Craft, Mosley Street
What is it: A luxury steak and seafood restaurant inside a stunning old Manchester city centre bank, featuring very flashy toilets and even a ‘wine fountain’.
The offer: Steak and Chips for £19, available Monday to Friday from 11:30am-4pm; there’s also a new set evening menu priced at £26 for two courses – Monday to Thursday, 4:45-10pm.
What is it: One of Manchester’s latest Irish bars on one of its busiest streets, along with some great foodie classics and live music.
The offer: 50% off food from Monday to Thursday, so long as you buy a drink. Simple as.
10 Tib Lane, Tib Lane
What is it: Spanning three storeys, this cocktail bar and restaurant is always all about the best local, seasonal produce they can get their hands on.
The offer: 25% off your food bill every day with a reservation. Just add 25OFF to your booking notes.
Blinker, Spring Gardens
What is it: An award-winning cocktail bar with a dedicated martini menu – and a snack menu of retro Breville toasties.
The offer: In partnership with Sazerac Rye, Blinker is doing a selection of classic rye cocktails for £8 each.
Bar Posie, Spring Gardens
What is it: From the team behind 10 Tib Lane, this new cocktail bar is right off Market Street and has fantastic drinks plus lovely small plates.
The offer: 50% off all oysters and £8 apertivos, every day.
New Wave, Tib Lane
What is it: A cosy ramen restaurant that started life in Mackie Mayor before opening its own restaurant in the city centre.
The offer: Ramen and a snack for £15, Tuesday to Friday, 12-5pm
Tender, Stock Exchange Hotel
What is it: At the heart of the Stock Exchange Hotel in Manchester is Tender, a British restaurant in a grand setting.
The offer: Main course for £19.50, two courses for £23.50, or three courses for £27.50 – 7 to 31 January, Wednesday to Saturday from 12-2:30pm.
Blues Kitchen, Quay Street
What is it: A late-night bar famed for its live music club nights, as well as serving a menu of food inspired by the Deep South.
The offer: 50% off the full food menu, all day, from Sunday through to Wednesday.
El Gato Negro, King Street
What is it: An acclaimed Spanish restaurant that’s a proud holder of a Michelin Bib Gourmand, plus a rooftop terrace – the perfect spot for some of the best tapas in Manchester.
The offer: Three dishes for £20, all day Sunday to Thursday, plus 12-5pm on Fridays – you need to sign up to El Gato Negro’s mailing list to claim the deal.
Black Cat Club, Brown Street
What is it: From the same team behind El Gato Negro, this is a more premium-feeling gaming bar than most, with interactive shuffleboards, darts, and plenty more.
The offer: £5 plates from Sunday to Thursday; plus £5 margaritas, frozen cocktails, pints and spritz.
Rajdoot Tandoori, Albert Square
What is it: One of the city centre’s oldest restaurants and a fantastic, family-run curry house serving authentic North Indian food.
The offer: 30% off your final food bill, Tuesdays to Thursdays, from 6 to 29 January – use JAN30 when booking
Spinningfields / St John’s
Caravan, Goods Yard Street
What is it: An all-day dining spot, bar, coffee roastery and stylish restaurant serving up food from around the globe.
The offer: Book a class at BARRY’s any time in January, and you’ll get 50% off breakfast/brunch, OR vice versa – book brunch and you’ll get a complimentary introductory bootcamp class; Caravan is also bringing back their Six/Sip for £6 deal on food and drink from Monday to Friday throughout Jan and Feb.
The Trading Route, Goods Yard St
What is it: A brilliant new-ish local hangout with rotisserie chicken dishes (including an absolutely class Caesar salad and focaccia sandwiches) and great beers from Manchester Union Brewery.
The offer: 50% off rotisserie chicken, Tuesday to Saturday from 6 to 31 January, when booking via THIS link.
The Lawn Club, Hardman Square
What is it: A bustling spot in the heart of Spinningfields that’s popular for its bottomless brunches, as well as lunches and after-work drinks.
The offer: 50% off food between 2 January and 13 February, bookings advised but walk-ins also welcome.
Sexy Fish, The Avenue
What is it: A glittering restaurant with sushi, glamorous cocktails, and an incredibly impressive interior design.
The offer: A £25 ‘Sexy January Set Menu’ with two dishes for £25 with miso soup – between 12-8pm Monday to Friday, 12-6pm on Saturdays, and 5-8pm on Sundays
The Alchemist, Hardman Street (also MediaCity and New York Street)
What is it: A long-standing bar and restaurant with locations across the North, famed for its creative and theatrical cocktails.
The offer: Prices are going back to 2010 throughout January, meaning £6 cocktails and dishes
Lina Stores, Quay Street
What is it: All-day Italian-influenced dining, from antipasti and pizza to salads, desserts, Bar Lina cocktails and much more. There’s even deli items and groceries to takeaway.
The offer: January ‘Pranzo Da Lina’ menu – three-course for £15, Monday to Friday from 12-2:30pm; salad box or a filled focaccia with a free tea/coffee and a mini cannolo for £9.95. Bar Lina is also doing cocktails for a fiver every day throughout the month, 5-7pm, quoting ‘JanOffer’ when ordering.
What is it: One of the coolest spaces in town, with beautiful mid-century interiors and great drinks, plus loads of events.
The offer: All-day happy hour throughout January, Monday to Friday, with £7 cocktails and £5 non-alcoholic cocktails.
Tartuffe, Quay St
What is it: Inside the kitchens at Side Street, Tartuffe serves rotisserie chicken and roasts, sometimes in the form of some of the city’s most epic sandwiches.
The offer: January set menu with two courses for £28 and three for £32, Tuesday to Thursday, 5-8pm, with a booking.
Tattu, Hardman Square
What is it: A swish Chinese restaurant famed for its enormous cherry blossom tree in the dining room, and its refined take on Chinese favourites.
The offer: 30% off the a la carte menu, all Sunday to Thursday (plus until 4:45pm on Fridays) between 1 January and 8 February, when you book online.
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Higher Ground, New York Street
What is it: A proud holder of a Michelin Bib Gourmand, Higher Ground is a British restaurant operated by formidable hospitality trio Joseph Otway, Richard Cossins, and Daniel Craig Martin. It’s also one of Rick Stein’s favourite place to eat.
The offer: 25% off the set sharing menu, lunch and dinner, Wednesday to Friday, with a reservation. You can book HERE.
Bar Shrimp, New York St
What is it: From the same team as Higher Ground, a sophisticated and incredibly cool cocktail bar serving ice-cold martinis and fantastic seafood snacks and small plates.
The offer: Oyster Happy Hour with 50% off oysters, all day Wednesday to Friday.
Winsome, Princess Street
What is it: Shaun Moffat’s Michelin Guide-recommended British restaurant – think epic pies, thick-cut local meat, and plenty more.
The offer: 50% off food Monday to Friday lunchtime when you book.
What is it: An already-legendary New York-style pizza joint, serving gigantic slices plus belting frozen margs.
The offer: 50% off 14-inch and 22″ pizzas, Sunday to Thursday, with a reservation. Book HERE.
Madre, Kampus
What is it: An excellent Mexican restaurant, doing plenty of tacos, small plates, and spicy tequila cocktails in a beautiful setting.
The offer: 50% off tacos Sunday to Friday.
Salon Madre, Kampus
What is it: From the aforementioned Madre, with similar vibes, but add in pool tables and Mexican wrestling on the tellies.
The offer: 50% off tacos and Tommy’s Margaritas.
Beeswing, Kampus
What is it: A neighbourhood wine bar and tapas spot, with a cosy interior for colder days and a sunny terrace for the rest of the year.
The offer: 50% off tapas, Sunday to Friday, when you pre-book HERE.
Lock 84, The Reach Hotel, Ducie Street
What is it: Tucked inside one of Manchester’s newest hotels, this waterside restaurant has a menu of locally-sourced small plates and plenty of familiar North West suppliers.
The offer: Three small plates for just £18, plus your first drink free.
Bondi Bowls, Chorlton Street
What is it: A fast food spot inspired by the health-conscious takeaways of Australia – expect smoothie bowls, acai, salads, smoothies, protein balls, and loads more to nourish you from the inside out.
The offer: A cup of bone broth with a Bondi bowl for £13.95, available every day from 11:30am to 9pm throughout January.
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Erst, Murray Street
What is it: One of the city’s top restaurants, celebrated for its seasonal cooking and natural wine selection.
The offer: 20% off food, Tuesday to Friday.
Mit Alles at The New Cross, Cross Keys St
What is it: A falafel and kebab spot in the kitchens at The New Cross, with freshly-grilled meats, handmade falafel, and shawarma.
The offer: A pitta, wrap or salad box for just £5 when you buy a drink, Wednesday to Saturday from 11am to 4pm.
Canto, Cutting Room Square
What is it: A sunny Mediterranean-inspired restaurant just off Cutting Room Square, where it’s all about tapas and sharing plates.
The offer: 40% off food, plus 40% off sangria and spritz, Tuesday to Friday.
Elnecot, Cutting Room Square
What is it: Another Ancoats staple, famed for its brunches, its Sunday roasts, and its seasonal evening menus.
The offer: 30% off the total bill, Monday to Saturday, including bottomless – book online and comment Jan30 in the notes to redeem.
Can Petit, Murray Street
What is it: A tapas and paella spot where tapas dishes start from just £5.
The offer: 20% off food, Sunday to Thursday, when you book in advance with the code 20CANPETIT.
What is it: The second site opened by the cherished Chorlton curry house and modern Dilli-style food spot. North Indian dishes cooked to the very best standard right here in Manchester.
The offer: 25% off food, Sunday to Thursday at both their Chorlton and Ancoats restaurants, plus BYOB at Chorlton from Sunday to Thursday with just a £4pp charge.
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Hawksmoor, Deansgate
What is it: Surely needs no introduction, but Hawksmoor is a steak restaurant that was previously named the best restaurant in Manchester (and still is, if you ask me).
The offer: £19 steak and sides deal, from 1 to 31 January (plus BYO Monday, just pay £5 corkage).
Dishoom, Bridge Street
What is it: An acclaimed Indian restaurant with a beautiful interior, where the curries are hearty, the grills are fresh, and every dish is delightful.
The offer: Win your entire bill for free – ask your server to ‘roll the dice’, if you roll a six, your entire bill is free.
Exhibition, Peter Street
What is it: Manchester’s most luxurious food hall, with modern interiors and three fantastic local kitchens – Osma, Anatra, and MoreJoy.
The offer: 25% off food and drink every day in January.
Haunt, Peter St
What is it:Coffees and brunches all day, which seamlessly switch into spritzes, beers and wines after work with Italian small plates.
The offer: 50% off main portions of lasagne, Wednesday to Saturday, from 7 to 31 January.
Pip at Treehouse Hotel, Deansgate
What is it: A creative new British restaurant from acclaimed chef Mary-Ellen McTague, where the cooking is always comforting and seasonal.
The deal: 50% off food, Monday to Wednesday from 5 January to 28 January.
Italiana Fifty Five, Great Northern
What is it: A traditional Italian restaurant with two sites in town and another in Didsbury, serving pizza, pasta and meat dishes.
The deal: 30% off food, Sunday to Thursday, when you book online, from 2 January until 31 January.
Cloud 23, Deansgate
What is it: Perched way up above the city’s rooftops is Cloud 23, a sky-high cocktail bar with panoramic views, which also happens to serve a lovely afternoon tea.
The offer: Afternoon tea for £20 between 5 and 31 January, plus the price of cocktails is reduced to 2006 prices to celebrate 20 years, excluding Saturdays.
Podium, Deansgate
What is it: The ground-floor, 2 AA Rosette restaurant in the city’s iconic Beetham Tower, which is home to the Manchester Deansgate Hotel.
The offer: 50% off the total bill until 31 January, excluding Saturdays.
What is it: A modern Manc favourite Indian street food spot with multiple sites all over central Manchester, boasting North and South flavours at already affordable prices.
The offer: 30% off the whole menu from Monday to Sunday until the end of the month. You can find full T&Cs and book your table HERE.
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Zouk, Chester Street
What is it: Hands-down one of Manchester’s best curry houses, loved for its authentic grills and home-style cooking.
The offer: Bottomless curry for just £20 per person – unlimited curry, rice and naan, from 5-10pm, Monday to Friday.
Hello Oriental, Circle Square
What is it: An East Asian giant, with an Asian bakery, Vietnamese kitchen, and dining hall, where you can get everything from dim sum and pho to Cantonese roast meats and Korean fried chicken.
The offer: 25% off your whole bill, using the code JAN26 when you pre-book, from 29 December until 31 January.
Junkyard Golf, First Street
What is it: The most literal take on crazy golf, where players weave around cars and slides and all sorts of other madness.
The offer:Happy hour all day every day throughout January (£6 cocktails, £4 pints, and £3.50 mocktails); plus 50% off golf after 9pm.
V. Goode Pies, Oxford Road
What is it: The grab-and-go pie shop from the team behind the acclaimed Winsome mentioned earlier, serving classic flavours as well as creative twists like lasagne pie and breakfast pie. You can have them in a barm, dunked in gravy, or on a tray with mash and peas.
The offer: 99p bacon barms (butties, baps, rolls – whatever you call them) from Monday to Friday, 8-10am, all month long.
House of Fu, Portland Street
What is it: One of the city’s go-to spots for ramen, rice bowls, and all sorts of other Asian small plates, in a very cool space with neons and karaoke booths.
The offer: £10 ramen and rice bowls, all day Monday to Friday throughout January.
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Salvi’s, Corn Exchange
What is it: Arguably one of the Manchester city centre’s original Italian imports, the Neapolitan-rooted mozzarella bar and restaurant’s reputation speaks for itself.
The offer: 40% off food from Sunday-Thursday throughout January. You can book HERE.
New Century Kitchen, Sadler’s Yard
What is it: Tucked beneath the legendary reborn New Century Hall music venue, New Century Kitchen is home to some top food traders, from pizzas to fried chicken to vegan plates.
The offer: Vegan main meal with soft drink for £10, all day Sunday to Thursday and 12-6pm on Fridays. Happy hour drinks, all day Sunday to Thursday and 12-6pm on Fridays. Lunch for £10, every weekday 12-3pm.
Harvey Nichols Brasserie and Bar, New Cathedral St
What is it: A restaurant serving brunch, small plates, and lunch options at any time of day, overlooking Exchange Square and Manchester’s Medieval Quarter.
The offer: 30% off the entire bill, all day every day, from 2 to 31 January.
Georgina Pellant -
17th May 2021 
