Thought you were all carbed out after Christmas? You were wrong. Enticing us back into our stretchy pants after a season of carbs and chocolate, Many restaurants in Manchester have some seriously epic food offers available this January – and who are we to say no? Here’s our guide to the best January food and drink offers in Manchester to try out this month.
1. The Blues Kitchen
From New Year’s Day, The Blues Kitchen Manchester is bringing back its epic food offers where this January guests can enjoy 50% off Burgers, BBQ or Mains Plates, redeemable between Sunday to Thursday from 4pm til close, throughout the month. Tuck into some of the greatest Southern-inspired dishes; from the Buttermilk Fried Chicken, to Bacon Double Smashburger, Beef Short Rib and Hot Chicken Buffalo Sandwich.
As normal, during the afternoon up until 4pm, The Blues Kitchen will offer their popular lunch deal of any item from the lunch menu and a soft drink for only £10, or upgrade to a harder beverage for only £2. Although not part of the 50% offer, The Blues Kitchen’s famous Bottomless Chicken Wings will still be available every Sunday, with £6 Wednesday cocktails (5pm-close) and Friday happy hour deal (5pm-7pm) continuing throughout January. The Blues Kitchen, 13 Quay St, M3 3HN.
2. Ducie Street Warehouse
Enjoy 50% off all food on the menu for mid-week bookings at Ducie Street Warehouse. Valid from 5pm until 9pm, Monday to Thursday, from January 2 until January 31, booking in advance is recommended. The restaurant menu features appetising small plates, flavoursome big plates and signature Pinsa – perfect for guests to dine together and be social over. Whilst the lounge menu is refined for casual light bites. Why not try their vegan dishes such as five spiced oyster mushroom wings and samjang BBQ sauce or plant-based burger and triple cooked chips? Ducie Street Warehouse, Ducie Street, M1 2TP.
3. The Counter House
Independent Ancoats eatery, The Counter House, is welcoming in the New Year by gifting all guests 30% off their bill throughout the whole of January, Monday to Friday. Food is served from 11am daily, with brunch through to dinner dishes all available in the 30% off January deal. Drinks are also included in the deal. To redeem 30% off your bill at The Counterhouse in the New Year, guests must simply book a table in advance via their website, using the code JAN OFFER in the additional comments. The Counter House, 35 Blossom St, Ancoats, M4 6AJ.
4. PUBLIC
One of the latest spots to join Stevenson Square in Manchester, PUBLIC is not only serving banging food and drinks but also banging offers this January. You can get 50% off their food menu which includes burgers, noodles and sandos. Available all day Monday to Thursday, you needn’t have to book to bag the offer as it’s walk-ins only. PUBLIC, 9 Stevenson Square, M1 1DB.
5. Evelyn’s
Enjoy 30% off Evelyn’s evening menu which includes the likes of salmon tartare, roasted cauliflower with labneh and peanut tahini, teriyaki oyster mushrooms, hispi cabbage with miso butter, grilled octopus, and picanha steak. Simply book a table at Evelyn’s to claim this dining deal. The offer is valid on the food menu only, and available from 5pm between Monday to Thursday from January 2 to January 31. Evelyn’s, 44 Tib Street, M4 1LA.
6. The Alchemist
The Alchemist will be continuing the seasonal indulgence by holding a sale with 40% off your total food bill throughout January – meaning more money for fantastic theatrical cocktails instead! The Alchemist’s food offerings include Whipped Bur-natta (a vegan buratta) served with a watermelon and cherry tomato salad, the Cubano Sanguich (Cuban spiced pulled pork, ham hock, dill pickle and cheese on ciabatta), Chicken in a Basket and vegan cauliflower katsu curry. The 40% offer is valid Sunday to Friday between January 2 and 31 when you book online, and is not valid on Saturdays or after 5pm on Fridays. The Alchemist, The Bund, The Quays, MediaCityUK, Salford, M50 3AB | 1 New York Street, M1 4HD | 3 Hardman Street, Spinningfields, M3 3HF.
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8. Riva Blu
Fancy an Italian meal but half price? Riva Blu is offering 50% off any dish on the à la carte menu every Monday to Thursday, when you are a member of Club IR. Choose from delicious seafood pasta dishes, tender cuts of the finest steaks, or a sharing antipasti selection of bruschetta, calamari or arancini. Simply sign up to become a member of Club IR to receive 50% off your bill. Riva Blu, The Corn Exchange, 11 Corn Exchange, M4 3TR.
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11. Birria Brothers
The Manchester hotspot for dunkable tacos, Birria Brothers, are adding to the delicious food offers on this January with 25% off all their food including their unctuous birria tacos, from Monday to Thursday throughout the month. Also keep an eye out for any happy hours running for those who don’t fancy a dry Jan.Birria Brothers offers walk-ins only. Birria Brothers, The Koffee Pot, 84-86 Oldham St, M4 1LE.
12. Piccolino
As well as Riva Blu, Piccolino is part of the Individual Restaurant group, meaning you can enjoy a half price meal here too. Piccolino, as well as Piccolo by Piccolino, are offering 50% off any dish on the à la carte menu every Monday to Thursday, when you are a member of Club IR. Simply sign up to become a member of Club IR to receive 50% off your food bill. Piccolino, Clarence Street, M2 4DW | 207 Moss Lane, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1BA | 6 Lapwing Lane, West Didsbury, M20 2WS | 214/215 Ashley Road, Hale, WA15 9SN.
13. The Lead Station
In January, The Lead Station in Chorlton will be offering have 50% off food, Monday to Friday 4.30pm to 7pm. The offer is only valid if you book a table in advance for up to a maximum of eight people, with the last sitting being 6.45pm. There is also a £5 steak supplement and the discount cannot be used with any other offers such as Wine Wednesdays or the Canal Street card. However, Wine Wednesdays will still be running at The Lead Station, with 50% off all bottled fizz/wine every Wednesday from 5pm. The Lead Station, 99 Beech Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, M21 9EQ.
14. Creams Cafe
This January, Creams Cafe in Manchester’s Arndale and Cheetham Hill Shopping Centre will offer diners the sweetest deal with the launch of its brand-new value Soft Swirl Sundae range. Perfect for those feeling the post-festive-season pinch but keen to enjoy an indulgent treat, the Soft Swirl Sundaes are priced at £3.45 each and will be available in five fabulous, wallet-friendly flavours for dine in and takeaway, from January 2. Creams Cafe, Manchester Arndale, Unit R9, Halle Place, Market St, M4 3AQ | Cheetham Hill Shopping Centre, Unit 22, 40 Bury Old Rd, M8 5EL.
15. The Beeswing
From January 12 until January 31, the wine bar situated in Kampus, which has joined forces with tapas bar Levanter, will be offering 50% off food. The offer will run from a selected menu allowing guests to sample the new tapas concept for just half price. Now that’s one way to bring people out of hibernation! The Beeswing, Kampus, 24a Minshull St, M1 3EF.
16. Bundobust
Bundobust are saying goodbye to tired sandwiches with their Bundobutties menu, available from January 4 to February 11, 12pm – 4pm, across all Bundo venues. Plus, Bundobutties introduces two new vegan sandwiches, Vegan Vada Pav and Bhaji Butty, to spice up your weekday lunchtimes. Bundobust are offering their new specials as part of a meal deal, helping to save some pennies in January and February. Choose any sandwich + side + soft drink (house chai, mango lassi or Thums Up or Limca) for £9.95. Upgrade to a pint of Bundobust’s Python Premium Lager for £12.95. Bundobust, 61 Piccadilly, M1 2AG | Bundobust Brewery, St James’s Bldg, 61-69 Oxford St, M1 6EQ.
17. Peru Perdu
In January, Peru Perdu is set to welcome guests back with the return of their 50% off food offer, which saw great popularity earlier this year. To avoid disappointment and for first access to January’s discounted booking, guests should simply sign up to their newsletter before December 21. Throughout the month, diners can take advantage of menu favourites such as ceviche, empanadas and Uruguayan Wet Aged Steak, at half their normal price. Peru Perdu, 74 Princess St, M1 6JD.
18. Sonata Piano & Cabaret Lounge
Sonata Piano & Cabaret Lounge, Manchester’s acclaimed live music and cabaret bar, is starting 2024 with a fantastic programme of entertainment – plus 25% off drinks and discounted entry. The popular venue, tucked away on St Ann’s Alley near King Street, is tempting guests with 25% off almost all drinks (except premium whiskies and Champagnes), including their spectacular cocktails, for the whole month of January. As well as 25% off every night, Sonata is also offering entry for just £5 on Fridays and Saturdays in January, with free entry all other nights (and before 8pm on Fridays for earlybirds).
19. Almost Famous
Need your fill of Almost Famous’s cult-worthy burgers? Enjoy them at half the price this month from January 2, with the 50% offer available to redeem all day Monday to Friday and Sunday. Plus, the burger joint has some delicious, meat-free burgers on the menu ready for Veganuary. Almost Famous, 49-51 Edge St, M4 1HW | Unit 2, Great Northern, Peter St, M3 4EN.
20. Tariff & Dale
During the month of January Tariff and Dale have a 50% off on food offer. Running Monday to Friday throughout January from 5pm – 1opm, you can enjoy a tasty meal for half the price when you book in advance for a table of up to six people. Tariff & Dale, 2 Tariff St, M1 2FN.
21. The Black Friar
The Black Friar, has announced the return of its Pie Festival for January 2024, serving up top pies for just £10. The menu will launch on January 8 and run until the end of February, just in time to keep us all warm and stomachs full during the coldest and darkest months of the year. This year’s menu includes three fixed pies, consisting of Creamy Chicken and Pancetta Pie, Minced Aged Beef and Root Vegetable Pie and Classic Fish Pie alongside a host of daily ever-changing specials.
22. New Century
New Century is supporting anyone trying to keep their booze intake “no or low” this Dry January by offering a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage to all guests when dining in the kitchens throughout the whole month. New Century’s “Dry Scranuary” offers include a complimentary soft drink or 0% beer or cider with any main menu from any of the Manchester food hall traders during January. Those not partaking in Dry Jan can also switch out any non-alcoholic drinks for either a house lager, cider, or wine, for an additional £1.50.
Meanwhile, the food hall will also be running a Happy Hour on drinks during January with £4 house draughts, Red Stripe cans and medium house wines; £6.50 house double spirits and mixers; 4 for £12 on Jagerbombs; a bottle of wine for £15 and a bottle of prosecco for £20. New Century’s Happy Hour takes place on Wednesdays – Fridays, 4pm – 7pm. New Century, 34 Hanover St, M4 4AH.
23. Manchester Wine Tours
Manchester Wine Tours offer visitors a guided tour around the city centre, where they’ll visit some of the best places to drink and buy wine in Manchester along the way. Better still, the wine tour company is offering 15% off all on January and February tours when you use the code BLUENUNDAY at checkout. Tours in 2024 are on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons 3pm-6:30pm and include six top-quality wines and four elite snacks across four Manchester venues as well as some Manchester history, a little walking and lots of wine chat.
24. Nell’s
Want Nell’s pizza for less? Take 50% 0ff the entire menu this January when you book at Nell’s, Common or The Beagle, applicable to both their 14″ and 21″ pizzas only. The offer can be enjoyed Sunday to Thursday throughout January, so long as you’ve pre-booked. Nell’s, Kampus, 20 Minshull St, M1 3EF |Common, 39-41 Edge Street, M4 1HW | The Beagle, 456-458 Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, M21 0BQ.
25. Ramona
Manchester tipi bar Ramona has introduced some fantastic food and drink offers for January, serving Margherita slices for just £1.23, and frozen and classic Margarita cocktails for just £6. Enjoy a cheaper night out every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 3pm and 7pm when you book a table (you can get the £6 cocktails all day on Wednesday too). Ramona, 40 Swan St, M4 5JG.
26. The Midland
Starting 2024 in style, The Midland is making sure anyone with a January birthday isn’t forgotten. Guests staying at The Midland who have a birthday in January (this does not have to be on the day of their stay), will be gifted a complimentary bottle of Prosecco from The Champagne Lounge or Mount Street Dining Room & Bar to enjoy during their stay. To claim their bottle, they simply need to mention it when checking in, and show their ID. Plus, for those looking to book a weekend away in January, the hotel is also offering 15% off any stays of three nights or longer. The Midland, 16 Peter St, M60 2DS.
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28. The Lawn Club
Start the year off right with 50% off food at The Lawn Club throughout January 2024. Choose from mains such as the BBQ pizza topped with house BBQ sauce, mozzarella and chicken, or the halloumi burger, complete with rosemary pesto, tomato and baby gem lettuce. And of course, everyone’s favourite loaded fries are also 50% off – with tasty toppings such as truffle and parmesan, BBQ brisket, and salt and pepper also up for grabs on the menu. The Lawn Club, Hardman Square, Spinningfields, M3 3HG.
29. House of Fu
Starting from this January, one of Manchester’s newest ramen spots, House of Fu, is introducing a new offer. Known as the Fu Express Lunch, customers can tuck into any ramen or rice bowl for just £10. Available at both their Manchester and Leeds sites, you can snap up the deal Monday to Friday, 11:30am – 3pm. Plus, to make your January a little more fun House of Fu is offering 50% off karaoke for all booth bookings during the month of January. House of Fu, 113-115 Portland St, M1 6DW.
30. Hello Oriental
Hello Oriental Manchester are here for you with some tasty January food offers to ensure your 2024 starts on a brighter note. The Asian food hall is offering 20% off their entire food menu, and everything in their supermarket, by just signing up to their newsletter to get a one-time exclusive code. The offer is only available throughout January 2024. Hello Oriental, Unit 3B, South Pavilion, 2 Symphony Park, M1 7FS.
31. Blinker
Offering a twist on the classic Dry January, Blinker has introduced Rye January. Throughout the month of January, the Manchester bar will be serving up six rye classic cocktails including the delicious New York Sour, Remember the Maine, Mint Julep, Manhattan, Boulevardier and Sazerac for just £7 each. Plus, you can also enjoy 25% off all neat whisk(e)y serves – cheers to that! Blinker, 64-72 Spring Gardens, M2 2BQ.
32. Chakalaka
Chakalaka NQ is back after the Christmas break, with 50% off mains to enjoy all January long. Available Sunday to Thursday on their delicious South African grub, guests can enjoy tasty food alongside happy hours throughout the month. Chakalaka NQ, 105a Oldham St, M4 1LW.
33. Crazy Pedro’s
Crazy Pedros is offering all full pizzas for just £12 and £3 slices during January, slashing some pounds off their huge 16″ pizzas. Plus, alongside running food offers, the Manchester pizzeria has some happy hour deals are running throughout January, featuring 2-4-£12 cocktails, £12 bottles of wine, £2.50 tequilas, £3 beers and cans. Available at all Pedros locations, visitors can enjoy the offer all day until 10pm. Crazy Pedros, Short St, M4 1AA | 55-57 Bridge St, M3 3BQ.
34. Tattu
The Asian-inspired restaurant is offering 30% off food on their à la carte menu throughout January. Diners will be able to enjoy the discount all day Sunday to Thursday, and until 4:45pm on Friday, simply book in advance online using code TATTU30 in order to redeem the offer. The discount excludes all drinks, Japanese Black Wagyu 7oz and Green Pepper Lobster and is only available for parties of up to eight people. Tattu, 3 Hardman Square, Gartside St, M3 3EB.
35. Wholesome Junkies
One of Manchester’s favourite vegan spots is kicking off Veganuary with a bang with a brand new seasonal menu as well as a bargain in the form of some whopping offers this January. Available Monday to Friday (until 6pm on Fridays) throughout the month, diners can enjoy 50% off their plant-based burgers. This brilliant deal suitable for all, including vegans, vegetarians and curious meat-eaters can only be redeemed by booking a table via the Wholesome Junkies website. Wholesome Junkies, Unit 4 Mirabel St, M3 1PJ.
36. Hawksmoor
Here to help ease you into 2024 with a lunch option that’s good for the body, mind, and bank balance is popular steak restaurant, Hawksmoor. For January only, you can enjoy a lean rump steak and a side – English lettuce salad, Caesar salad, spinach, sweet potatoes or beef dripping triple-cooked chips – for £19.50. The offer is available throughout the month, Monday to Saturday, 12pm – 5pm. Hawksmoor, 184-186 Deansgate, M3 3WB.
37. Three Little Words
Manchester cocktail bar Three Little Words is not only offering 50% food but also 50% off cocktails and spirit mixers, making for a great (and cheaper) evening out. The offer is available Wednesday and Thursday all day from 5pm and Friday 12pm – 7pm. Plus, no booking is required. Three Little Words, 10-15 Watson St, M3 4LP.
38. The Firehouse
You can get feasting in the open fire kitchen of The Firehouse, Ramona’s neighbour, all January long. With 50% off food on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4pm-9pm and Fridays 12pm-9pm, you can tuck into delicious chicken, pita, dips til your heart’s content. To claim the deal, simply book a table from January 4
right through until February 9. The Firehouse, 40 Swan St, M4 5JG.
39. Dainā
Dainā, the new Asian dining concept based at Side Street Studios, has launched its January exclusive set menu. For £15 per person, diners can enjoy a sharing-style menu for two people, which is available Wednesday to Saturday, 5pm-9pm, until the end of January when you make a reservation. Dishes include bao buns filled with either mala beef shin with scallion slaw or potato patty with preserved mustard and pickled chilli salsa. Plus, you’ll find tiger skin peppers with garlic and soy reduction, red braised pork belly with marinated tea egg and chives, and kabocha squash with miso butter and almond dukkah, all on the menu. Dainā, Side Street Studio. ABC Building, Lower Byrom Street, St. John’s, M3 4AE.
40. Suki Suki
Whether you are grabbing on the go or looking for a lunch time treat, you can enjoy Suki Suki’s express lunch deal, with selected ramens and rice bowls available for just £10. To cure the January blues, why not add gyozas and a soft drink for an extra £4.95? Suki Suki’s express lunch deal is available Monday to Friday, 12pm – 3pm. Suki Suki, Great Northern Warehouse, 227 Deansgate, M3 4EN.
41. Italiana Fifty Five
Fancy a taste of Italia? Well you can enjoy authentic Italian delights this January for less at Italiana Fifty Five. Escape the Manchester rain, and transport yourself to the sunny shores of Italy, with 50% off food at Italiana Fifty Five throughout January. The offer is only available via online bookings, and is not available on Fridays or Saturdays. Italiana Fifty Five, Unit 4, Great Northern Warehouse, M3 4EN | 3-11 Liverpool Rd, M3 4NW | 651a Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, M20 6QZ.
42. The Mews
What better way to beat the January blues than a trip to The Mews? If you’re looking to satisfy your charcuterie cravings this month, then head on down to The Mews where you can enjoy 50% off food. Munch happily on cheese and cured meats for half the price, however the offer excludes roasts and the bottomless fondue. The Mews, Unit K,L and M, Deansgate Mews, 253 Deansgate, M3 4EN.
43. New Wave Ramen
To celebrate the new year, and as a big thank you for supporting New Wave Ramen through their first few months of opening their restaurant, the Manchester ramen spot has one of the tastiest food offers this January. New Wave Ramen is offering all ramen bowls for just £10 as part of a lunch deal this month at is only valid at their Tib Lane restaurant, Tuesday to Friday between 12pm and 3pm. New Wave Ramen, 16 Tib Lane, M2 4JB.
44. Victor’s
Guests at Victor’s absolutely loved their 50% off offer last year so much that the botanical restaurant had to bring back the special this January. Diners can enjoy 50% off their à la carte menu all day Monday to Thursday, until 5pm on Fridays and from 5pm on Sundays. until February 4. Simply sign up on their website to take advantage of this deal. Victor’s, 46 London Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7DZ | 169 Ashley Road, Hale, WA15 9SD.
45. YES
YES is having an absolute party this January and it’s not just the music line-up that you’ll just want to boogie on down for. You can enjoy half-price pizza slices from Pepperoni Playboy all day, every day and 50% off We Can Be Gyros on Sundays. Better still, you can wash it all down with two fancy drinks for £10 all day, every day. YES, 38 Charles St, M1 7DB.
46. Manahatta
At Manahatta, you can enjoy delicious New York-inspired food for half price throughout January. By pre-booking to dine at Manahatta between Sunday to Friday until January 31, you can enjoy 50% off your food bill meaning more money can go towards those delicious drinks of theirs. Manahatta, 188-192 Deansgate, M3 3ND.
47. Firefly
Feast your way into the new year with 50% off food throughout January at Firefly. Simply secure your table by using code JAN50 when booking online. The offer is available every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday all day and on Fridays until 5pm. Firefly, New Bailey, Suite 2, Stanley St, Salford, M3 5JL.
48. Banyan
Get rid of those January blues with a month-long offer of selected dishes for just £10 at Banyan from Sunday to Friday. Choose from the likes of the Alpine Chicken Schnitzel, to the delicious Korean Fried Chicken Burger and brand-new dishes including the Hoisin Duck & Miso Noodles. With a selection of vegan dishes on the menu, those taking part in Veganuary are welcome too, with tasty dishes to enjoy like the moreish Greenhouse Burger and flavoursome Onion Bhaji Wrap. Banyan, Spinningfields, Vantage Point, M3 3PL | Unit 4, The Corn Exchange, Exchange Square, M4 3TR.
49. El Gato Negro
El Gato Negro, Simon Shaw’s popular Manchester tapas restaurant are known for their food offers, particularly their their three for £18 menus, which will continue into January. Available all day every Sunday to Thursday and Fridays 12pm-5pm throughout January – giving you more opportunities to try out their fantastic dishes for less. El Gato Negro, 52 King St, M2 4LY.
50. Canto
Simon Shaw’s second Manchester restaurant, Canto, has also made the three small plates for £18 offer this time, serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes on their menu. The offer is available all day Sunday to Thursday, plus Fridays 12pm-5pm and Saturday 12pm-4pm. Plus, for Veganuary you can enjoy three vegan small plates for £15 during the same times. Canto, Cutting Room Square, Blossom St, Ancoats, M4 5DH.