All The Manchester Restaurants And Bars Now Taking Bookings

Opening on the 8th July, The Pen & Pencil on Hilton Street is bringing you Sriracha-soaked buttermilk chicken burgers, vegan breakfast feasts and special brunch menus. Hungry? You won't be for long here.

Can't take the thought of cooking again? Ditch the washing up with a visit to Foundry Project. Not only is the Smithfield Market mainstay offering bottomless brunch on the weekends, but also hearty plates and craft beers through the week.

Forgotten what it feels like to sip on a decent cocktail at a real bar? MOJO is making that memory a reality with zombies, pornstar martinis and Long Island iced teas. Expect all that plus new technology like QR codes for ordering and paying.

Just when we were starting to forget what a rooftop bar felt like, Cloud 23 comes back with a bang. Perched on the 23rd floor of the iconic Beetham Tower, the sky-high hideout is whipping up drunch, brunch, dinner, afternoon tea and the world's first floating cocktail.

When Albert's Schloss announced its reopening measures, we couldn't wait to see them in action post-lockdown. The Bavarian hotspot is pairing booze and bratwurst with social distancing markers, one-way systems and even an antibacterial beer tap dispenser.

Dinner, drinks and a distillery all under one roof? Three Little Words is back baby. Head to the stunning arches from 10th July, where wellness checks, sanitiser stations, digital menus and contact tracing will all be in operation to ensure a smooth visit.

Looking for restaurants open in Manchester? Grand Pacific is making is debut on the 30th July. Book ahead to make the most of high tea, decadent dining and modern cocktails matched with wellness checks, an updated layout and safety socially-distanced measures.

When it comes to Manchester bars now taking bookings, you can count on Dirty Martini for after-work drinks, date night vibes and catch-ups with friends. Book in advance and make use of the new measures which see mobile ordering and payments alongside cocktails and cleanliness.

Reopening its doors for lunch, brunch, dinner and drinks, Gaucho has got your post-lockdown needs covered. Experience the new normal with mouthwatering meat, award-winning steak and drinks in the form of wine and cocktails that haven't been rustled up in your own kitchen.

Welcoming walk-ins and bookings, the Northern Quarter's El Capo is back with a whole host of Latin American bites. Head here for your fill of Mexican street food favourites from burritos and tacos to tequila-fuelled margaritas and mezcal-based sips.

Returning with The Chippie 2.0, Six by Nico is opening its doors on 13th July. That means 6 delicious courses like monkfish cheek with dill emulsion followed by the infamous deep fried Mars Bar served with chocolate pave, blood orange sorbet and cocoa nibs.

Serving up their menu of Bombay comfort food and award-winning drinks, Dishoom is opening for bookings from 10th July. Not only can you skip the queue with reservations now available for groups of up to six, but there will also be socially-distanced measures in place for your safety.

If you're looking for restaurants available to book in Manchester, then 20 Stories should be on your radar. The rooftop bar and restaurant has made changes in line with government advice, so expect a la carte classics, elevated views and classic cocktails.

El Gato Negro is back, bringing modern Spanish cuisine back to Manchester. Check ahead for opening times, as the restaurant initially launches from Thursday to Sunday. Expect slick booths and high-table seating in the ground floor bar, plus alfresco dining up on the rooftop.

Along with takeaway and collection options, Simon Shaw's Canto has reopened the doors to the restaurant. Head here for late night dining on small plates like mushroom croquetas and beef steak with caramelised onion on caco bread, or check out Tipsy Tapas for dishes and bottomless fizz come the weekend.

One of the best restaurants available to book in Manchester, The Ivy is a multifaceted venue that's great for everything from afternoon tea and dinner to weekend drinks and brunch. Choose between the brasserie, Asian floor or gorgeous rooftop terrace.

If you're after a great sports bar in Manchester, then The Brotherhood of Pursuits and Pastimes is up there. Think craft beers, prosecco packages and live games with extra safety measures in the form of plastic screens, hand sanitiser units and QR codes menus.

Back in business from 16th July, Hawksmoor is here to satisfy your hunger pangs. The Deansgate favourite is taking bookings for dinner during the week, as well as lunch and dinner on the weekend. That means steak is back on the menu.

Another top choice on our list of restaurants that are now open in Manchester, Mamucium is the hotel eatery that's welcoming guests back with a brand new menu that includes classic dishes drinks at an affordable price.