Best Terraces In Manchester

Whether you came for G&Ts with brunch or after-work drinks with a few tasty plates, The Refinery is a great shout. Head to the Spinningfields terrace for sunset drinks with pals, with electric heaters and snug blankets sure to keep you cosy as the evening chill creeps in.

Sunset by Australasia may have pretty in pink interiors... but wait until you see the terrace. Lined with foliage, fairy lights and plush furnishings, it caters to all seasons with heaters for winter and an open-air feel when summer rolls around. 

BrewDog Manchester has a cosy outside terrace that's perfect for pints in the sun when summer rolls around. Pay them a visit in Deansgate and you can sip on signature craft creations and tuck into an all-American menu of burgers, wings and boozy brunches.

Found in the leafy neighbourhood of West Didsbury, The Woodstock Arms is home to one of Manchester's best beer gardens with plenty of outdoor seating and a separate bar area. When it comes to refreshments? Think classic pub grub and thirst-quenching pints of real ale. 

Located right in the heart of the iconic gay village, Via Manchester has one of the best outdoor terraces on Canal Street. Stop by for the chance to drink by the water, before heading indoors to revel in a jam-packed event schedule featuring some of the best entertainers in town.

The Old Wellington is a charming, traditional English pub right by The Printworks. When it comes to outdoor space? The square its found in has a secret terrace feel to it thanks to its tucked away location and surrounding buildings looming over it.

The Oxnoble is a traditional pub serving British dishes alongside a wide choice of delicious drinks. On the hunt for Manchester's best terraces? This spot has a small space made up of streetside tables that are perfect for topping up your tan in the warmer months. 

The Alchemist has its own heated outdoor terrace in Spinningfields, making it ideal for outside dining all year round. Tuck into a menu of international cuisine and weekend brunches while sipping on their range of famous concoctions that fizz, bubble and smoke at your table.

For summer drinking in the city, The Lawn Club is one of Manchester's prettiest terraces. The pop-up venue is located on the green grass of Hardman Square and comes complete with cosy dining pods, comfy deck chairs and a gorgeous pergola space, perfect for a post-work tipple or some lazy Sunday lounging.

So you managed to snag a spot at this exclusive Manchester rooftop members club? Treat yourself to brambles, bar snacks and beaut Champagne cocktails at this bar with a view that's found on the 7th floor of the Hotel Gotham.

Nestled just off Deansgate, The Restaurant Bar and Grill boasts a beautiful terrace that comes complete with a cocktail bar and comfy seating. Keeping you cosy all year around, there's outdoor heaters and a retractable roof.

No list of outdoor terraces in Manchester would be complete without mention of The Ivy Spinningfields. Loved by A-listers and influencers, this oh-so-gorgeous spot serves the best in modern British cuisine. Book a table to enjoy a fun alfresco brunch or elegant afternoon tea, surrounded by bold interiors and exotic plants.

Situated on Thomas Street, Terrace NQ is one of the best places for outdoor drinking in the Northern Quarter. The secret rooftop garden is home to lush plants, shady umbrellas a selection of classic cocktails and local ales. Swing by on the weekend to catch some of the city's finest DJs spinning tracks 'til late.

Hole up in style as Deansgate's The Ape & Apple welcomes you for cask ales, pub grub and beer garden vibes. As well as being dog-friendly, there's live music, quizzes and sports screenings throughout the week. 

Patty princesses and burger boys, we're sure you already know that Almost Famous is one of the city's best-loved junk food haunts. But did you know they've got an outdoor terrace? For fresh air, cocktails and outdoor dining in Manchester, this is the place to head.

A family-run restaurant and bar outside of Manchester, Tre Ciccio is your one-stop shop for authentic Italian delights in a stylish setting. Grab a table in the pretty dining room or out on the terrace and enjoy a feast of bruschetta, arancini, pizza and burrata.

Not only is Simon Shaw's acclaimed tapas restaurant bringing you plates like line-caught baby monkfish and braised ox cheek, but it's also one of the most gorgeous rooftop terraces in Manchester. From dreamy date nights to special occasions, this place is ideal for soaking up the sun while you dig into a feast of Spanish cuisine.

One of Manchester's most luxurious restaurants, The Dakota Grill specialises in premium steak and fresh seafood. Finish your dinner here by heading to the hidden cigar garden, where you can sip on Champagne surrounded by hanging plants and twinkling fairy lights, the stuff of date night dreams.

One of the biggest outdoor drinking spaces in the city, the terrace at Dukes 92 is a thing of beauty come the summer months. Plotted next to the canal and surrounded by industrial charm, the popular bar is one of our top picks for alfresco drinks in Manchester. 

The best way to enjoy fully loaded burgers and craft beers? From the comfort of a pretty little roof terrace. Join Honest Burgers for all that and more as their city centre outpost promises sun-soaked feels alongside signature buns and specially made drinks from Runaway Brewery.