Planning a romantic night on a budget? Fear not; there are plenty of awesome places to take your partner. Whether you fancy quirky activities, walks across the countryside or stuffing your faces with restaurant deals, we've compiled a guide of cheap date ideas in Manchester to help you save those pennies.
Last updated on 21st December 2022
After cheap date ideas in Manchester city centre? Funnyboyz are bringing all the entertainment you could wish for, thanks to hilarious shows, fabulous queens and even the odd Drag Race star thrown in. Better yet, tickets are usually under a tenner.
Serving up killer junk food at low-end prices, the pop-up kitchens at YES really are coming up trumps. The Charles Street cutie hosts Pepperoni Playboy, which fronts pizza slices for under £4, and Döner Summer's lip-smacking vegan kebabs. As for entertainment? There's a bright pink gig room.
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Topping our list of cheap outdoor date ideas in Manchester is this Fun Puzzle Treasure Hunt. With tickets at just £14.99 for a couple to play, this lets you put your heads together to solve clues, riddles and puzzles as you explore the city. As for your prize? You'll bag 20% off at a local pub.
On the hunt for cheap date night bars in Manchester? Then you'll want to check out our guide to the city's happy hours. From 2 for 1 cocktails to bargain beers and bottles of wine, this list has everything you could need for affordable sipping.
From cheap tacos to late-night happy hours, El Capo is coming in hot with its inexpensive Mexican food and drinks. Choose from grilled prawns, Corona-battered fish, beef chilli and more for your soft shell fillings, all washed down by lots of tequila, of course.
Looking for fresh sushi without the whopping price tag? YO! has got your back. With the majority of dishes on the menu - including six pieces of maki, four of sashimi, katsu curry and ramen - coming in at under £10 each, this is a fabulously cheap date night destination.
Showcasing the best of burgers without endangering your bank account, Honest Burgers is a winning date night location. The Bridge Street spot provides you and your partner with a rooftop backdrop, as well as brilliant bun and brew combos.
Toting a cracking happy hour (did somebody say two for £10 cocktails?) and all the foodie deals you could possibly dream of, Foundry Project is fantastic value for money. Plus, with stunning decor and intimate lighting, this is one of the best bars for dates.
If you're in search of cheap date night activities, Flight Club is absolutely killing it. Not only does this joint promise hours of fun with its social darts, but also £10 lunch deals and bargain drinks. It's sure to score you some serious brownie points too.
If a daytime date is on the cards, then you won't want to miss out on these lunch deals across the city. When only the very best food will do, but you need to save your dough for even more fun after you've eaten, check out this guide.
Offering up bottomless disco bingo, saucy burlesque shows and even whole beer festivals, GRUB in Red Bank always has something fun and budget-friendly going on. Even better is the news that you can take advantage of the reasonably priced bottomless brunches every Saturday.
With off-peak prices starting at just a tenner per person, Point Blank Shooting Manchester is the place for couples to venture to when they fancy getting competitive. Happy hours here also mean 2 for £10 cocktails to boot.
While a slick joint bursting with craft beers and Southern-style bites, BrewDog is also an affordable date night spot. To top it off, the Deansgate den offers 2-4-1 veggie and vegan Mondays, which is a crackin' deal for all you plant-based folk.
Not only is Mowgli a modestly priced Indian restaurant, but also a seriously charming location for a date. You and your partner can graze on grilled meats, house kitchen curries and homemade roti without the worry of a hefty price tag at this Corn Exchange hangout.
Out of all the cheap date night restaurants in Manchester, Rudy's Peter Street is a firm fav. Stuff your faces with pocket-friendly craft pints and big Neapolitan pizzas, all of which are under £12. As for toppings? Expect salami, shrooms, roasted tatties, porchetta and more.
Big music fans? The sultry live jazz at dimly-lit Matt & Phred's should fit the bill when you're in need of a fun atmosphere. There's plenty of weeknight gigs with totally free entry and there's often happy hour prices all night long to match.
Cheap and sober date ideas in Manchester don't get much better than soaking in the views across the city's best walks. Whether you stay more central or take a trip out of town, these rambles see you enjoy the great outdoors with someone special.
Fun cheap date night ideas in Manchester are topped off by Twenty Twenty Two, the cool spot where popcorn-topped drinks, darts and ping pong reign supreme. It's £12 per hour on the tables, alongside Wednesday deals of £15 prosecco and £5 cocktails all night, with other happy hours throughout the week too.
Pocket-friendly prices are what make Bundobust one of the most popular Indian street food restaurants in the city. Make your way through the menu at this haven of spicy veggie cooking, which will leave you well-fed for under a tenner.
