Restaurants With Entertainment In Manchester

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By Lauren Cole Lead Editor, DesignMyNight Our Lead Editor, Lauren, has written about the UK's best restaurants, bars and experiences on DesignMyNight since 2021. Bylines in What's On Media Group. Last updated on 2nd September 2026

Is dinner simply not enough? Are you looking for an eclectic eatery where all five senses are entertained? Then we've got just the edible destinations for you. Check out our guide to restaurants with entertainment in Manchester, for a night full of food and fun.

Tickle your tastebuds with top-notch nosh alongside cabaret, DJs, live music, goes at darts and more. Whether it's date night with a difference or a unique group meal, read on to discover out top picks.

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Best Manchester Restaurants With Entertainment: Dinner And A Show




Albert's Schloss - Manchester

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Albert's Schloss serves up Bavarian-inspired Cook Haus dishes and daily bakes fresh from their in-house bakery. Boasting a menu packed with tasty treats, from sweet pancakes and Kroissant Royals for breakfast to fondue, schnitzel, wursts, and burgers at dinnertime; and of course, there's plenty of beer to wash it all down. Plus, they've got a whole lineup of events and entertainment, including live music from Albert's Haus band, resident DJs, and the Schloss night creatures. 

Cafe Football

Located in Old Trafford, this is one of the coolest restaurants with entertainment in Manchester, fronting hearty British food alongside over 20 global wines to pair. Once you're done feasting, you can venture upstairs to their five-a-side football pitch or watch live sport.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of entertainment can you find at Manchester restaurants?

Manchester's entertainment dining scene covers a wide spectrum — from live music, DJs, and cabaret to fire acts, Latin dancers, and even a casino floor. Albert's Schloss runs nightly live performances including its resident Haus band and cabaret acts, while Revolucion de Cuba brings Latin dancers and DJs to the table alongside its food. BLVD transitions from international small plates by day to a cocktail lounge with fire acts and DJs by night.

Which Manchester restaurants with entertainment are best for a special occasion?

20 Stories is a standout for special occasions, combining rooftop dining with live music midweek and weekend DJs high above the city skyline. Gaucho is another strong pick, running an Electro Brunch where DJs spin while you dine on steak and eggs, with live music on Thursday evenings too. For something more theatrical, Impossible offers a gin-forward dining experience upstairs with a full immersive club theatre downstairs.

Are there restaurants with entertainment in Manchester that are good for groups?

Yes — several venues on this list are particularly well-suited to groups. Albert's Schloss is a natural fit for large parties, with communal bench seating, steins, and nightly live entertainment creating a ready-made party atmosphere. Revolucion de Cuba handles groups well with its high-energy Latin shows, DJs, and flexible dining spaces, while Impossible caters to groups looking for a theatrical dinner-to-club experience.

Is there a restaurant with entertainment in Manchester that's free to visit?

Several of Manchester's most entertaining restaurants don't charge a cover for the entertainment itself. The Oast House hosts Manifest — a free live music festival every bank holiday weekend — alongside its regular food offering of hanging kebabs and Yorkshire pudding wraps. Albert's Schloss also runs nightly entertainment that's included as part of the dining experience, with no separate ticket required.