Valentine's Day 2025 In Manchester

One of the best restaurants in Manchester for Valentine's Day, James Martin's venue is a haven of sumptuous British plates. Across the cool interiors, expect your romantic meal to be paired with plenty of wine too.

In need of a Valentine's idea? Offering a swish dinner, Grand Pacific is looking like a romantic choice this February. Nab a table at the Spring Gardens stunner and impress that special someone with elevated curries, fresh seafood and ribeye steaks.

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity this Valentine's Day? Then check out The Big Manchester Bake which takes place on Stanley Street, in their dedicated baking marquee. You'll work in pairs to create your very own treat, competing against other duos to be crowned the champion bakers.

You'll be provided with instructions and pre-measured ingredients as part of your ticket, starting from £46.90 per person. You'll have 90 minutes to get creative in the kitchen, before taking home some delicious goods to share.

If it's a fun, foodie experience that you're after on the 14th, head to PizzaLuxe in Manchester Arndale for an all-you-can-eat feast with your beau. For £34.95 per person, you can get your hands on unlimited Italian spritzes, draught beers or mocktails for two whole hours.

Their bottomless brunch also features two hours of endless pizza, topped with everything from New York-style pepperoni to truffle and mushrooms or eight cheeses, with vegan and gluten-free options available too.

Sultry archway bar and restaurant Three Little Words is serving up signature small plates, cocktails and spirits from their on-site distillery. If that wasn't already enough to wow? The setting is pretty slick too - ideal for when cute pictures are in order.

The Fitzgerald is a sultry cocktail bar in the Northern Quarter that's hosting a Cupid's Cabaret event this Valentine's Day. Whether you're taking your partner or celebrating with friends, you can enjoy a two-hour live show of jazz and burlesque.

This will be accompanied by two whole hours of bottomless drinks, as well as a dish of your choice - choose between smash burgers, Buffalo wings, salt and pepper tofu tacos and much more, all for only £30 per person.

A gorgeous venue in Media City, complete with a terrace that overlooks The Quays, The Botanist is a stunning spot for food and drinks this Valentine's Day. The stylish space is filled with rustic wooden furnishings, fairy lights and luscious displays of greenery, and their menu is just as enticing.

Tuck into their signature hanging kebabs, which range from crispy chicken to halloumi, alongside hearty burgers, seafood dishes and more. Plus, you can wash it all down with expertly crafted gin cocktails.

Valentine's Day events in Manchester city centre? Let us introduce you to Alcotraz: Cell Block Three-Four. Get thrown in a cell with your partner in crime and have cocktails made for you by fellow inmates – created from your very own spirits that you've (hopefully) successfully smuggled past the Warden. 

From pan-fried scallops to roasted monkfish and a chateaubriand for two, swanky York Street restaurant Browns is serving up one fine feast for the 14th of February. As for drinks? There's Champagne, raspberry and orange blossom bellinis or strawberry cosmopolitan cocktails; lots of them, too.

Out of all the Valentine's Day restaurants in Manchester, Australasia are helping you to keep things romantic with their gorgeous Pacific Rim flavours. And for afters? Head to pretty-in-pink sister bar, Sunset, for plenty of cocktails in the most Instagram-worthy surrounds. Your other half is bound to feel wooed.

In the mood for a night of botanical bliss? The Anthologist's interiors deliver just that, with a beautiful garden room feel and plush seating. Treat the pair of you to brunch, sharing platters, small plates or mains from their all-day menu.

If you're planning to spend Galentine's Day with your pals, or you're in the mood for a double date, there's nowhere better to be than at Flight Club's Besties Brunch Social. From the 13th to the 16th of February, you can secure tickets for as little as £30 per person.

Expect a welcome cocktail on arrival, followed by a whole bottle of prosecco or four beers each. You'll also receive unlimited pizza paddles to share for two whole hours, and you'll play on their interactive dartboards for 60 minutes.

This Valentine's Day, Paint a Pic will be inviting couples to get artistic and create a beautiful joint artwork together. You'll have access to all the high-quality materials and an invite to post-class drinks after you've made your own romantic landscape or pair of love birds. 

Searching for something a little bit lavish to spoil your partner this year? Make it one of the city's most exciting restaurants. Peter Street Kitchen blends sharp modern interiors in a classic setting with an innovative menu of Mexican and Japanese flavours.

You can celebrate with your best pals from the 13th to the 16th, thanks to the For the Love of Friends Brunch at Electric Shuffle Manchester. Their Deansgate venue will be welcoming you with a bespoke cocktail, which they'll follow up with an entire bottle of prosecco or four beers each.

You'll spend the first hour competing on their interactive shuffleboard tables, before toasting to the winner in their chic bar. That's not all though, as they're slinging out unlimited pizza paddles throughout.

Got all-out with your other half at Manchester's VR shooting range bar Point Blank. On the 16th of February, they're hosting a special Valentine's bottomless brunch. Have a loved-up day by making the most of private booth seating, all-you-can-eat pizza, unlimited beer, cocktails and fizz, and 90 minutes of simulation shooting at just £40 per person.

You can also bag the Ultimate Valentine's Date Night package on the 14th for £50 for two. Enjoy pizza to share, a cocktail for toasting and an hour's worth of game time. 

A date night staple all year round thanks to theatrical cocktails, moody interiors and dimmed lighting, The Alchemist's Spinningfields, New York Street and Media City venues all have romance covered. From Cubano pork bon bons for starters to chocolate cookie s'mores for dessert, their international plates are sure to hit the spot too.

The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is hosting their popular Taste the Distillery Tour all throughout Valentine's weekend, ideal for all the gin-loving couples out there. You'll get to try a whole load of new spirits, learning about how they're made as you go along.

They'll also give you a behind-the-scenes tour of their distillery, so you can find out about how they've got to where they are today and how their tipples are made. Tickets start from £30 per person, and you'll get 10% off in the bar afterwards.

From married couples to lovebirds that have only been on a few dates, 20 Stories is always a great date night idea. Check out the iconic sky-high space for cocktails, food and live music from resident DJs. Plus, there are views for days and some pretty beautiful interiors too.

Intimate corners and soulful tunes set the perfect backdrop to a romantic evening at Speak in Code. Not only will you find impressive cocktails and friendly service, but also low-key interiors filled with boozy memorabilia and leafy decor.

Looking for the total package? Make it a night to remember at Dakota Manchester. Not only is the gorgeous hotel offering an overnight stay, but also an indulgent meal at their restaurant. Think scallops, chateaubriand and mega desserts, all accompanied by cocktails or Champagne.

If you're on the lookout for a top-quality Indian restaurant, Dishoom is your best bet. Make your way here for a gorgeous date night at this swanky spot inspired by Bombay's old Iranian cafes, with a full three-course feast and cocktails waiting.

Forgot the flowers? Don't sweat it. With a stunning menu of pan-Asian bites, Tattu Manchester should have enough wow-factor to keep your partner happy. Indulge in a selection of their finest modern Chinese plates and wash it all down with cocktails.

When you're in the mood for a cute stroll, make the most of the great outdoors and head on these walks. From pretty waterside locations to quirky alleyways around the city centre, there's plenty of unique places to explore. 

One of the most romantic restaurants in Manchester for Valentine's Day, Evuna is offering up plenty of Spanish tapas classics to celebrate with your other half. These sumptuous small plates range from fresh seafood and classic meats to vegetarian specials and larger favourites like paella. 

If it's quirky cocktails you're after this Valentine's Day, head to The Washhouse in The Printworks area. It appears to be a launderette from the outside, but when you step through the door in the corner you'll find a speakeasy cocktail bar upstairs, complete with low lighting, dark furnishings and some weird and wonderful touches.

Their secretive menu explains the drinks through the vibe that they give off, all of them themed around different conspiracy theories and presented in unique ways. And after you've finished, be sure to check out the secret slide and the disco toilets.

Gaucho only has one thing on its mind when it comes to love, and that's steak. Chomp away on some of the finest cuts thanks to their swanky St Mary's Street restaurant, with thirst-quenching wines and quality side dishes to boot. What more could you want on your special day?

Decked out with plush seating, botanical decorations and quirky interiors, Menagerie is one gorgeous spot for celebrating with your partner. Your Insta snaps will thank you. As for the cocktails? These boozy concoctions are to die for.