Restaurants in Corn Exchange Manchester – Complete List 2026

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This handy guide covers restaurants in the Corn Exchange Manchester only (inside the historic building on Exchange Square), so you can find food fast, book quickly and tuck in. From quick noodles to date-night Italian, these Corn Exchange restaurants have you covered.

Restaurants inside the Corn Exchange

Banyan (bar & kitchen)
All-day spot for burgers, bowls and brunches with a strong cocktail list. Great for groups and after-work meet-ups.

Cosy Club (British brasserie)
Vintage-styled dining room serving relaxed brunch, small plates and comfort classics. Good for date night or a lingering lunch.

Delhi House Café (modern Indian)
Street-food energy with house specials, grills and sharing plates. Spice levels to suit and plenty for veggies.

Mowgli (Indian home-style street food)
Tiffin boxes, chat bombs and crowd-pleasing curries in a warm, twinkly setting. Lots of gluten-free and vegan options.

Pho (Vietnamese)
Fresh, fast pho, bun noodles and rice bowls. Light, flavourful and easy for a speedy refuel.

PizzaExpress (pizza & salads)
Reliable classics, dough balls and a kids’ Piccolo menu. Family friendly.

Riva Blu (Southern Italian)
Smart Italian with handmade pasta, seafood, grills and a solid wine list. A polished pick for date night.

Salvi’s Restaurant & Deli Bar (Neapolitan)
Beloved independent for Naples-style dishes, fresh mozzarella and deli counter treats. Authentic, buzzy and generous.

Sixes (social cricket, food & drink)
Interactive cricket nets with burgers, buns and sharing plates. Big fun for groups and celebrations.

Tampopo (Pan-Asian)
Noodles, katsu and curries from across East and Southeast Asia. Easy to share, easy to love.

The Real Greek (meze & souvlaki)
Table-service Greek with meze spreads, wraps and family platters. Good value set menus.

Vapiano (fresh-made pasta & pizza)
Pasta made to order, hand-tossed pizzas and salads at the counter. Quick, custom and consistent.

Zizzi (Italian crowd-pleaser)
Pizzas, pastas and seasonal mains with a handy kids’ menu. A simple, safe bet for mixed tastes.

Missing Garten Bar? My Garten Bar review is still a useful read for an insider’s look at the Corn Exchange experience. I have been informed that a new restaurant will be taking its place, so watch this space!

Corn Exchange Address

Corn Exchange, Exchange Square, Manchester M4 3TR

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Corn Exchange Opening Times

The main atrium is open from 9:30am – 10pm daily. Restauants at the Corn Exchange Manchester have their own opening and closing times, so it’s best to check directly for this information, either on the company’s website or social channels.

You might also like: the complete list of Trafford Centre restaurants for when your plans switch from Exchange Square to a mall day. Still in Manchester? Check out our guide to restaurants in Spinningfields for further dining out inspiration.

If you’re visiting the markets, don’t miss our full guide on where to eat NEAR the Manchester Christmas Markets for more warm spots nearby that offer good value.

Still choosing? Explore all of our Manchester restaurant reviews for more places to try across the city.

Good to know

• This list features restaurants contained in the Corn Exchange only. You are right on Exchange Square in the city centre, next to the Manchester Arndale and the National Football Museum. Check out what’s on for upcoming events.
• Tram: Exchange Square stop is a short stroll.
• Parking: nearby city-centre car parks such as the AO Arena car-park and on-street bays. Though catching a tram is easier!
• Booking: weekends get busy. Reserve for larger groups and peak times.
• Menu options: many venues offer kids’ menus, veggie/vegan options and gluten-free dishes – check in-house for the latest menus.