Who says dining out has to wait for the weekend? In Manchester, some of the best food deals pop up midweek - perfect for those spontaneous dinners, low-key date nights, or budget-friendly catch-ups with friends. The city is full of tasty offers that won't empty your wallet. Whether you're craving street food, pub grub, or a sit-down meal, these midweek deals prove that eating out in Manchester can be delicious - and affordable - even on a Tuesday.
1. CHOTTO MATTE HAPPY HOUR (SUNDAY-THURSDAY, 3PM-6PM FROM 2ND FEB)
Experience ‘Chotto Hour’ at Chotto Matte Manchester, an elevated happy hour with Nikkei cocktails from £8, wines and beers from £5, and small plates from £3. Try Pisco Sour, Yuzu Martini, Negroni, King Oyster Mushroom Tostadas, Wagyu Brioche Sliders, alcohol-free drinks, and enjoy city views.
2. The Corn Exchange (MON-FRI TIMES VARY)
The Corn Exchange, best known for satisfying everyone’s needs, have a mix of different offers running in the week, including 2 Courses for £20 at Riva Blu, 50% off All Brunch plates at Tampopo or enjoy £1 Mains at Zizzi.
And the discounts don't stop here, head to their offers page for more deals.
3. Chakalaka WEEKDAY CLUB (MON-THURS, 4PM ONWARDS)
Chakalaka serve South African infused dishes and have a too good to ignore offer that takes place in the week of 'WEEKDAY CLUB' where you can build your own tray including, 2 mains, 2 sides and a sauce for just £12!
4. Hawksmoor LUNCH MENU (MON-SAT, 12-3PM)
Join Hawksmoor for their set menu and enjoy 2 courses for £25 or 3 courses for £30. Enjoy dishes such as, potted beef and bacon, rump steak and sticky toffee sundae...
5. MARAY LUNCH DEAL (MON-FRI, 12-4PM)
MARAY have their lunchtime offer of one mezze and two plates for £20.95. Looking for a healthier option? Struggling to find a good vegetarian/vegan place? This is your perfect lunchtime spot!
(This offer excludes bank holidays)
6. BAB £10 Lunch Special (MON-SAT, 12-3PM)
Choose between quick and delicious lunchtime kebabs, burgers and bowls, all £10. Following the famous words from the BAB team, these kebabs are worth sitting down for!
(Please note a drink is not included in this offer. They use a number of allergens within their food, please ask staff for details. Fish dishes may contain bones although extra precautions have been taken. An optional service charge will be added to tables of 6 and over.)
7. Sexy Fish £21 Lunch Set Menu (MON-FRI, 12-3PM)
Enjoy this amazing offer of two courses for £21 at Sexy Fish and choose from dishes such as a five spice chicken salad, salmon and tuna sashimi, a half baby chicken and plenty more options.
8. El Gato Negro 3 dishes £20 (MON-FRI 12-5PM, SUN ALL DAY)
3 for £20. It’s simple… choose any three dishes marked ‘•’ on their main menu. The perfect way to sample some of their signature dishes!
(This offer is for groups of 6 or less. Offer not available on Bank Holidays. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts)
9. Trading Route 50% OFF MONDAYS (MON, 12-9PM)
Trading Route’s Mondays are getting a little greedier. Introducing… 50% OFF full & half rotisserie chickens – ALL DAY Mondays! What’s the catch? As long as you book yourselves a table (on a Monday, of course), between 12pm - 9pm, that chicken price tag’s getting sliced!
(Valid on bookings only)
10. The Cut & Craft Lunch Deal (MON-FRI, 11AM-4.30PM)
Enjoy 2 courses for £26 or 3 courses for £29 at The Cut & Craft. Treat yourself to elegant dining that blends signature favourites - such as rump steak and chips, a fillet of seabass or a falafel and avocado salad.
(Excludes Bank Holidays and December)
11. Crazy Pedros £2.50 Pizza Slices (SUN-FRI, 5-9PM)
Ped’s happy hour offer is renowned in Manchester, and it’s easy to see why. Visit either of their Manchester restaurants six days a week and you can grab slices of their famous pizza for just £2.50 or whole 16-inch pizzas for £12.
12. New Century Kitchen £10 Lunch Deal (WEEKDAYS 12-3PM)
Visit New Century Kitchen at lunchtime and you can grab one main dish and a soft drink for just £10.
13. Bundobust Express Lunch £11.25 (MON-FRI, 12-4PM)
Enjoy a deal that's too good to IGNORE... Join Bundobust for their Express Lunch offer, two dishes for £11.25. With big-hitters like okra fries and Bundo chaat available, it’s always popular.
14. Canto Tipsy Tapas £40 (FRI 12-5PM, SAT 12-4PM)
Enjoy 3 tapas dishes and unlimited mix and match drinks for 90 minutes.
(You must select ‘Tipsy Tapas’ when making your reservation)
15. Nell's 14-inch pizza for £7.77 (MON-FRI, AVAILABLE UNTIL 4PM)
On a weekday, you can enjoy any 14-inch pizza available for just £7.77 at Nell's. Available until 4pm Monday to Friday.
Or you can enjoy 2 SLICES & DIP £7.77 + A DRINK £9.99.
16. MARICARMEN £3.80 Tapas (MON-THURS AND SUN ALL DAY, FRI-SAT 12-4PM)
EL TABLEO is inspired by traditional Spanish tapas bars and instead of ordering from a fixed menu, you can enjoy a dynamic, interactive way of dining where waiters circulate the restaurant carrying trays of freshly prepared tapas and all you need to do is select the ones that you want to try... Each one only £3.80!
17. The Pen and Pencil 50% OFF EVERY MONDAY (ALL DAY)
The Pen and Pencil do 50% off food on Mondays and you can also enjoy a £10 brunch & lunch deal Monday-Friday, 10am-3pm.
18. The Lawn Club (TIMES VARY)
Join The Lawn Club who have a range of offers running:
1. Bottomless Brunch (Daily, 12-5pm, Friday 12-7pm) £42.50pp
Join them for 90 minutes of bottomless mimosas, beers, wines, two courses and you can even upgrade your bottomless drinks to cocktails for £10.
2. Happy Hour (Monday - Thursday, 4-7pm)
2 for £14 cocktails
4 for £14 shots
£20 Prosecco
£5 House lager
3. £10 Lunch
Get your lunchtime fix on the lawn! Way better than meal a deal, choose a main & soft drink for just £10 (or get a wine or bottle of Moretti for +£2).
19. Courts Club Golden Hour (4PM-8PM EVERY DAY)
At Courts Club you can enjoy their Golden Hour and get two spritzes for £13 every single day.
20. Side Street Happy Hour (MON-FRI 5-7PM)
Head to Side Street for their happy hour offer on selected cocktails, all £7 or join them for their Midnight Happy Hour (Fri and Sat, 12-1am) and get £7 Espresso Martinis.
21. Stables Tavern Happy Hour (DAILY 5-6PM)
You can enjoy a well-earned £5 house lager every day at Stables Tavern.
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