Outdoor Restaurants In Manchester

In leafy West Didsbury you'll uncover The Woodstock Arms, a popular drinking den thanks to its sprawling beer garden and pub menu. But that's not all... There's bottomless brunch and Sunday roasts to chow down on too. What's not to like?

Affectionately known as The Welly by locals, this traditional boozer is nestled by the Printworks and Manchester Cathedral. The charming hidden gem has a lovely little terrace to boot, where you can enjoy hearty pub grub like toad in the hole and macaroni cheese.

Looking for alfresco dining in Manchester? The Alchemist's MediaCity spot offers a waterside space for sipping signature mixes that fizz, bubble and smoke. That's not all though, as their menu of globally-inspired eats is sure to satisfy any craving.

Home to a secret terrace that's perfect for some feasting, Honest Burgers is one of the best outdoor restaurants in Manchester city centre. Make your way through their menu of juicy burgers, rosemary fries and top-quality craft brews at this hidden gem.

If you're looking to grab a bite on a roof terrace or beer garden, cool venue YES is giving you just that in their converted auction house on Charles Street. Topping it off? There's Pepperoni Playboy pizza and vegan doner kebabs on offer in their pop-up kitchens.

Banyan's south-facing terrace at the Corn Exchange is perfect for catching any glimpses of sunshine Manchester has to offer, whether you're venturing alfresco in summer or winter. Better yet, there's everything from sparkling cocktail trees and bottomless brunch to Thai curry and bangers n' mash on the menu.

One of the city's most Instagrammable spots, Sunset By Australasia is an interior lover's dream. Serving up a contemporary menu of pan-Asian cuisine, this place is also home to a gorgeous terrace - easily spotted by its glowing lights, fur throws and lush foliage - that makes for some of the best outdoor seating in Manchester. 

Perched on the edge of Deansgate Locks, the beer garden and canalside booths at Dukes 92 are a spectacle to behold. Designed with lazy summer days and cosy winter nights in mind, this vast space is the perfect place to get stuck into one of the many delicious pizza sharing boards and hearty plates that are on offer.

Get your fix of heated outdoor seating in Manchester at Dive NQ, where you'll get to chomp in a quirky setting. This spot features a sprawling terrace to enjoy Asian street food, all washed down with beer and cocktails. Better yet, it can be covered so you can dine alfresco come rain or shine.

The Lawn Club is one of many unmissable outdoor restaurants in Manchester and it's perched in Hardman Square. Expect a stellar lineup of cocktails and other boozy concoctions, alongside private igloos, bookable greenhouses and a mouthwatering menu for when you get peckish.

The Laundrette is a Chorlton gem with a stunning terrace space for all of your dining needs. Head over to the trendy restaurant bar for the chance to scoff signature pizza slices, stacked burgers and plenty of playful cocktails, all in Instagrammable surrounds. 

Looking for a pretty restaurant to while away the hours? Albert's is a Didsbury neighbourhood gem serving classic British dishes with an international twist. The stunning terrace area is packed with gorgeous botanicals and bright accents, so it's the perfect place to settle down for a meal.

You'll find family-run Italian restaurant Tre Ciccio in Altrincham, serving up all manner of authentic plates. Head on over for a relaxed lunch in the day, or a romantic rendezvous once the night falls, all topped off by some gorgeous outdoor space. 

This Chorlton restaurant is a favourite for its authentic tapas dishes and top-notch collection of drinks. Head here on a sunny day to top up your vitamin D levels or enjoy the cosy covers on the streetside tables come wintertime, all while catching up with mates over sharing plates.

This quirky city centre restaurant features some of the Manchester's best outdoor dining opportunities. Check out The Refuge's courtyard space, where handcrafted cocktails, flavoursome international dishes and a regular roster of unmissable music are at the forefront.

Fancy jetting off to Spain, but not so keen on the airfare? Cue El Gato Negro, the Manchester city centre restaurant with an unmissable rooftop terrace. Head up dinner with a view; think authentic tapas, swish surrounds and fine wine. Swoon.

This high-end restaurant screams special occasion dinner, with a heated terrace filled with lush botanicals. While you're soaking up the ambiance? Tuck into a menu of half kilo chateaubriand steak, along with suckling pig and line-caught stone bass, at the Ducie Street gem. 

Head to Spinningfields to enjoy the beautiful surrounds of The Oast House, one of the best places to eat out in the city. Thanks to its famous cosy tipi in winter and sun-soaked beer garden come the summertime, it's a prime spot all year long.

One of the best places to eat out in Manchester, The Ape & Apple is an ideal pitstop after a long day of exploring the city. With friendly locals, monthly-changing ales and a secret terrace out the back, this place ticks all of our boxes.

Decked out with quirky vintage furniture, old gymnasium flooring and exposed brick walls, Terrace NQ is one of Manchester's best rooftop bars. A true hidden gem, this laidback spot serves plenty of homemade pizzas and local craft beers to keep hunger pangs at bay.

A firm favourite amongst Manchester's celebs, The Ivy Spinningfields boasts some of the city's most swoon-worthy interiors. For the perfect alfresco brunch? Head through the main restaurant to the chic rooftop garden, where you can tuck into British dishes whatever the weather.

Looking for hearty grub and beers by the water? Head to Rain Bar, the award-winning boozer with one of Manchester's best outdoor spaces. Dangle your toes over the canal (if you dare) while munching on delicious British dishes with thirst-quenching tipples.

20 Stories is a gorgeous garden restaurant in Manchester come the summer and a cosy blanket-laden retreat in winter, with incredible views of the city at all times of year. Whether you want to cuddle up in an igloo or enjoy a luscious green terrace in the sun, you're in for a treat.