Manchester's got some of the UK's most delicious dining spots, and did you know some of your faves offer up incredible set menus that won't break the bank? With everything from French fine dining and stunning restaurants with a view, to the most insane Indian cuisine and an exclusive celebrity hotspot, there's something for everyone. Have a read through our guide to the best set menu restaurants in Manchester.
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Last updated on 14th November 2025
Situated in Deansgate's Elliot House is Gusto Manchester, a fabulous Italian restaurant and bar. Boasting chic 1920s interiors and high-end Italian dishes, you can't go wrong with this dining hotspot. Choose from their gold set menu (£34.95 per person) or platinum offering (£44.95 per person) for a delicious three course meal consisting of Italian favourites, such as creamy burrata, sundried tomato and mozzarella girasole and polenta chips.
For a dining experience that hits the sweet spot between quality and value, look no further than Side Street. Tucked away in the iconic ABC building, this vibrant bar and kitchen offers a stellar set menu for just £22, available Wednesday to Friday from 5pm to 8pm.
Expect mouthwatering dishes like mini chicken Kievs, half rotisserie chicken, and a decadent chocolate brownie to round things off. Whether you're after a casual midweek feast or a stylish start to your weekend, Side Street delivers on flavour, atmosphere, and creativity.
Located on the 19th floor of No.1 Spinningfields, 20 Stories is home to those 360-degree views of Manchester's skyline that make it such a mainstay on people's social feeds. But aside from its looks, this swish restaurant also offers fine British fare, including set lunch and dinner menus.
Expect two courses for £29 or three for £34 at lunch, or £37.50 for three courses at dinner. While a more affordable way to enjoy this rooftop restaurant, you'll enjoy top dishes like braised lamb shoulder and artichoke and wild mushroom risotto.
Situated in Manchester's iconic Free Trade Hall, Peter Street Kitchen serves up delicious Japanese and Mediterranean dishes. This stunning restaurant offers a stunning, but affordable, set menu where you can get two mouth-watering dishes for just £23, or three for £28. Some of the plates include seared beef gyoza tacos and rigatoni alla vodka.
Looking for the best dinner set menus in Manchester? Browns Brasserie and Bar is just the ticket. Set in a historic banking hall, this stylish restaurant serves a whole host of British classics, as well as a great selection of cocktails and Champagne (for those special occasions). They also offer an affordable dinner set menu, where you can indulge in three courses for just £21.95. It includes all the good stuff, including steak fries dripping in garlic butter and a refreshing lemon posset.
The third Sexy Fish restaurant landed in Manchester's Spinningfields in the autumn of 2023 and the aquatic-themed interiors, waterfall backdrop and tropical aquarium really take the bait. Despite being one of Manchester's celeb hotspots, you can still dine here without breaking the bank. Their set menu can be booked all day Monday to Wednesday, and from 12pm to 4pm Thursday to Saturday, offering up two courses for just £29. Expect delicious tiger prawn tempura, spicy sashimi and Japanese wagyu (and that's not even half of it).
Backing onto The Lowry Theatre and Gallery is Pier Eight, a stylish restaurant and bar overlooking the waterside on Salford Quays. Serving up modern British dishes such as a hearty tomato soup and tender pan-fried cod, and if you're looking for set menus in Manchester City centre, you can book in for a three-course meal here for just £35. It makes for the perfect pre-theatre dining and drinking date.
In the heart of Spinningfields you'll find The Ivy, a celebrity hotspot with the most stunning decor and incredible foodie options. Expect a British food menu focussing on fresh and seasonal ingredients, there's even a gorgeous roof terrace to enjoy while you drink and dine. They're got a very popular pre-theatre set menu on offer, where you can devour everything from wagyu beef croquettes to prawn Malaysian curry for £30 per head.
No need to book that flight to France when 63 Degrees is on your doorstep. This French fine dining restaurant, curated by the Moreau family, serves up specially created French dishes and Parisian-styled cocktails. Possible boasting the best set lunch menu in Manchester, you can indulge in three courses for just £32 (or two for £28) and includes monkfish, risotto and selection of cheeses which will leave you wanting more.
Venture out to Salford to try out Menagerie - a stunning restaurant from Karina Jadhav. This isn't your regular eatery, this place aims to bring art, performance, dining and immersive drinking together to provide an experience like no other. They've got plenty of menus to choose from, including their £50 three-course set menu that includes dishes such as the tempura king prawns and tender 8oz ribeye steak. Ensure to save room for dessert too as their Menagerie assiette board is the absolute dream, consisting of chocolate dipped strawberries, candy floss and cookie dough pies.
The popular bar and steakhouse, Hawksmoor, offers some of the most delicious meaty plates and award-winning cocktails. And if you're looking for the best set menu in Manchester, then Hawksmoor is definitely a strong contender. You can bag yourself a three course meal for just £29 from Monday to Saturday until 6.30pm. This mouth-watering set menu comprises of potted beef and bacon, rump steak and a sticky toffee sundae to finish.
Get a taste for Argentinian steaks, incredible wine and Latin flavours at Gaucho Manchester. This chic restaurant in the heart of Deansgate offers an array of set menus, including their lunch (£27 for two courses, or £30 for three), signature (£75 a head) and feast offerings (£85 per person). Expect to be wowed by their ancho and lomo steaks, as well as their dulche de leche cheesecake. They're all *chef's kiss*.
