The seasons are changing in Manchester, and as the days get colder and windier, it’s the perfect time to seek out somewhere cosy. From hearty meals to warming drinks and tempting lunch deals, these restaurants and cafés are serving up plenty of ways to eat well without breaking the bank.
Tangerine
Tangerine is a cool, art deco bar, ‘canteen collective’ and music hall. One of their many food vendors is currently serving £7 margarita pizzas on a Wednesday. This is complemented by a £7 margarita cocktail deal on the same day. So, if you’re any kind of marg lover, this is the perfect deal for you.
Arch 60-61, 13-17 New Bailey St, Salford M3 5FS
Madre
In the centre of Manchester, Madre is offering a fab 2-4-1 Tuesday taco deal on all their popular combinations. This includes their birria tacos, spicy cauliflower tacos, and delicious whipped potato and Oaxaca cheese tacos (plus many more). Alternatively, if you are looking for lunch, they have a Monday-Friday main, side and drink deal for £15. The mains are tacos, sides are either guac and chips or papas con crema, and the drink options include pink horchata and a lime, cucumber and mint combo.
Minshull House, 47 Chorlton St., Manchester M1 3FY
Louis
Louis, famous for their live music and lush setting, also has a great dining deal. On Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, all day, you can enjoy 2 courses for £34.50 or 3 for £39.50. In this deal, the starters include burrata or Iberico meatballs. A couple of mains on offer are rigatoni alla vodka or chicken parmigiano. Plus, at the end of the meal you can enjoy a dessert such as tiramisu or apple pie.
3 Hardman Square, Hardman St, Manchester M3 3EB
Lina Stores
Lina Stores is serving up a brilliant discounted lunch menu. They describe themselves as an authentic Italian restaurant which shines through their fresh pasta dishes. The set menu is available 12 pm to 5 pm Monday to Friday and is £17 for 2 courses and £20 for 3. That includes fried ricotta, ravioli con Burrata and an ‘Nduja & Pork Sausage Ragù.
St Johns Court, 17 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HN
Lennox
Lennox is a sleek food-first restaurant centred around ‘unapologetic and indulgent cooking’. Currently, they have a £35 10-course tasting menu on offer. It is designed for two people to share and features a changing menu of whatever the chef thinks up. This is a simple and affordable way to enjoy everything Lennox has to offer. The tasting menu can either feature meat or be vegetarian and is available Tuesday and Wednesday.
60 Spring Gardens, Manchester M2 2BQ
Piqniq by La Chouquette
If you’re looking for a café deal this autumn, Piqniq is the perfect spot. They have a meal deal which includes a coffee or soft drink with a grilled cheese and any (freshly made!) bakery item for £11.50, or £9.50 for the same with a cold sandwich. This is available Tuesday to Friday. Also, it’s important to note that they don’t have seating; however, this café is in Didsbury next to two gorgeous parks you could picnic in!
Xenon House, 10 School Ln, Didsbury, Manchester M20 6RD
Elnecot
Elnecot is a well-loved spot in Ancoats; it has a cosy ‘neighbourhood’ feel and has two great weekly deals. At lunchtime you can enjoy their soup and a sandwich deal for £9 (both of which are ‘of the day’). Then, on Tuesdays, they have a ‘steak night’ deal which is 3 courses and a glass of wine for only £28pp.
Cutting Room Square, 41 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AJ
Lucky
Lucky is a fab ramen and sushi spot in MCR, and it can now be enjoyed for less. The restaurant itself is chic and modern, making it the perfect spot to indulge in their many ramen options. Their lunch menu is available from 11 am to 3 pm and is either £13 for Ramen and a soft drink or £14 for a beer. This menu features nine unique ramen bowls such as the ‘Chizu’ with Japanese fried chicken with parmesan and the ‘Buddha bowl’ which is vegan and has oyster mushrooms.
No. 2, Circle Square, Oxford Rd, Manchester M1 7FS
Nell's
Nell's is a well-loved pizza spot in Manchester. Across their multiple MCR locations, they have great daily deals. On weekdays until 4 pm, you can get 2 slices & a dip for £7.77 and add a drink for £9.99. Or get stuck into any 14″ from £7.77. Then, from 4 pm to 6 pm, you can stay on for their happy hour, which is Sunday to Thursday, every week, from 4 pm until 6 pm. All margs are just £6.66 and select pints from £4.50.
20 Minshull Street, Kampus, Manchester, M1 3EF
Pen and Pencil
Nestled in the Northern Quarter, Pen and Pencil is a gorgeous little brunch spot. They have 50% off all day every Monday. They also have a £10 brunch and lunch menu filled with delish brunch classics.
Fourways House, 57 Hilton St, Manchester M1 2EJ