WHILE pockets may pinch as we head slightly closer to the big 'C' (we dare not speak its name before Halloween), Manchester's restaurants have provided enough deals to whet appetites and appease budgets this Autumn.
We've provided a list of the best deals around in October ...
VOLTA - 50% OFF FOOD
Volta's Executive Chef Alex Shaw was crowned 'Chef Of The Year' at this year's Manchester Food and Drink awards and it seems the popular West Didsbury eaterie is still celebrating. Volta are offering 50% off food throughout October between 5-7pm Tues to Thurs when purchasing a drink and booking in advance (£5 supplement on steak).
MENU HERE - call to book and mention the deal at 0161 448 8887 - 167 Burton Road, West Didsbury, M20 2LN
AUSTRALASIA - TWO COURSES £12/ THREE £16/ FOUR £21
Spinningfields trendiest restaurant is currently offering a hugely reasonable lunch menu from around the Pacific Rim from Monday to Friday (before 5pm) with two courses for £12, three for £16 and four for £21 including: steamed mussels, temaki seaweed rolls, roast duck and Collingwood Dinkies - whatever the ruddy 'ell they are.
Call 0161 831 0288 to book - The Avenue, Spinningfield, Manchester M3 3AP
MR COOPER'S HOUSE AND GARDEN - TWO COURSES £17, THREE COURSES £20
Mr Cooper's has a cracking Sunday lunch deal on offer. Enjoy three courses including pan fried chicken livers, hot smoked salmon and Mrs Kirkham's Lancashire cheese, while also enjoying a mighty saving at just £20.
MORE HERE - The Midland Hotel, Peter Street, Manchester M60 2DS. 0161 932 4128.
Mr Cooper's House & GardenLA BANDERA - £23.95 ANY STARTER OR MAIN COURSE
La Bandera, Manchester's highly regarded Spanish tapas restaurant, is offering oportunity to sample their delectable menu with any starter and main course for £23.95.
MENU HERE - Call to book 0161 8339019 - 2 Ridgefield, Manchester, Lancashire, M2 6EQ
PER TUTTI – TWO COURSES FOR £10
Now extended from 12pm– 7pm, Per Tutti’s two courses for £10 is ideal for lunch or early evening. The set menu changes every day but you'll be able to choose from delights like rosemary lamb rump salad or roasted tomato soup with focaccia to start and mains such as mushroom risotto or roast fillet of salmon with macaroni cheese.
MENUS HERE - Call 0161 410 0274 to book - 3-11 Liverpool Road, M3 4NW
La BanderaSTEAK & LOBSTER – STEAK OR LOBSTER £17
Feast on a whole lobster for under £20. Or if you fancy get a 10oz steak for the same price. Both come with unlimited fries and dressed salad.
MENU HERE - Call to book 0161 835 8903 - Free Trade Hall, Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5GP
63 DEGREES - £18 SET MENU
Charming Parisian bistro 63 Degrees has moved and improved. The £18 set lunch menu is the perfect chance to drop into their new home on Northern Quarter's Edge Street and enjoy some of the classic French flavours for which 63 has become renowned. Availiable every Tuesday to Friday from midday to 2.30pm and Saturday and Sunday midday to 5pm.
BOOK HERE or call 0161 832 5438 - 104 High St, Manchester M4 1HQ
63 DegreesJAMES MARTIN - FIVE COURSES FOR £30
It's Ladies' Night at ladies' man James Martin's restaurant every Tuesday night with a delightful five-course dinner and complimentary cocktail (only for the ladies, naturally) from 5pm. That's only £6 a course folks... can't argue with that.
BOOK HERE - 2 Watson St, Manchester, M3 4LP
GRAY’S LARDER – £11.95 SET LUNCH MENU
Chorlton’s new dining destination Gray’s Larder has proven itself a hit with the locals with its Great British bistro cuisine. The £11.95 set menu provides opportunity to try Gray's changing dishes.
BOOK HERE or call to book on 0161 286 1961 - 123 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9PG
Gray's LarderTHE WHISKEY JAR - 50% OFF FOOD
Get 50% off your entire food bill at The Whiskey Jar, one of the original Tariff Street watering-holes, when you download a print the voucher (valid Monday - Friday until 7pm).
VOUCHER HERE - 14 Tariff Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester
WOOD WINE & DELI - £12.95 PLATTERS
The Northern Quarter speciality deli has sumptuous cheese boards and mixed platters (including 'Taste of Spain, the FYG platter or the Grand Board') on special offer at £12.95. Pair with one of Wood's 50 plus carefully selected wines.
MENUS HERE – Call 0872 437 9480 to book - Smithfield Buildings, Tib Street, Manchester M4 1LA
Wood, Wine and DeliEL CAPO – £10 LUNCH
The tequila touting team at El Capo have a daily deal worth taking a look at. Any three tapas or any burrito plus wine or beer for just £10. Alternatively order one starter and one main for the same price. The offer runs every day until 4pm.
MENUS HERE - call to book 0161 237 3154 - 12 Tariff Street, Manchester, M1 2FF
EFES - 50% OFF ON FRIDAYS
Until November Turkish and Mediterranean eating and dancing outfit Efes are offering 50% off food on Friday nights with three choices: the light bite meze plate usually £14.50 but now £7.25; the two course menu usually £19.50 now £9.75; and the three course menu usually £24.50 now £12.25 including Prosecco. There's no arguing that's a cheap Friday night.
BOOK HERE - 46 Princess St, Manchester M1 6HR
GUSTO - 25% OFF FOOD BILL
To celebrate turning one, Gusto Manchester are offering 25% off your total food bill throughout the month of October, exclusively to Manchester Confidential readers. You’ll need to book online to take advantage of the offer. - menu here.
SIGN-UP HERE - 0161 832 2866 - 4 Lloyd Street (just off Deansgate), M2 5AB.
BILL'S MANCHESTER - THREE COURSES FOR £11.95
John Dalton’s street’s contemporary European restaurant Bill’s is offering three courses at £11.95 daily.
BOOK HERE – or call 0161 834 2756 - 8-12 John Dalton St, Manchester M2 6JP
Bill's ManchesterARTISAN – 40% OFF FOOD
Until Wednesday 28 October, Spinningfield's loft restaurant and bar Artisan is slashing 40% off food bills Monday to Wednesday.
BOOK ONLINE - Avenue North, 18 -22 Bridge Street, Manchester M3 3BZ
TARIFF & DALE - 50% OFF ON MONDAYS
Try one of Northern Quarter's latest new openings on Mondays and get half price grub on dishes such as lamb rump, roast cod and linguini.
MENU HERE - 2 Tariff Street, Manchester, M1 2FN
Tariff & Dale THE GRILL ON NEW YORK STREET - 20% OFF FOOD ON SATURDAYS, 20% OFF SUNDAY ROASTS
Blackhouse are offering 40% off food at the Grill on New York Street when you sign up on the website and book online. The restaurant has a capped number of 40% slots each day so best to book in advance. Menu here (some items excluded)
APPLY HERE - 0161 228 1444 - New York Street, M1 4BD
ROSSO - TWO COURSES FOR £14.95 OR THREE SUNDAY COURSES FOR £20
Order two courses from the lunch menu on Monday to Thurday (12-6pm) or Friday to Saturday (12-4pm) for £14.95 and get a bottle of wine for £9.95 (min. two people). You can also enjoy three Sunday courses for £20 all day long.
BOOK HERE or call 0161 832 1400 - 43 Spring Gardens, Manchester M2 2B
MCR42 - 50% OFF FOOD BILL
MCR42, the new welcome addition to the Village on Chorlton Street, is slashing 50% off their extensive menu on Mondays (excludes afternoon tea).
MENU HERE - 16 Chorlton Street, Manchester, M1 3HW
FILTHY COW - £5 BURGER + SOFT DRINK
Between 2-6pm, Tuesday to Friday, you can waltz into Tib Lane burger joint Filthy Cow and pick up on of their classic burgers (beef patty, 'filthy sauce', pickled gherkins, beef tomato and lettuce) and soft drink for just £5.
Call 0161 839 5498 - 10 Tib Lane, Manchester, M2 4JB
