Taking the family to the Christmas markets and watching the food spend spiral? It can be a tad scary! However, I have put together a fantastic guide featuring where to eat near the Manchester Christmas markets for better value, warmth and actual plates!
It’s well worth checking out the Christmas offers too, there are plenty to be had, without wandering too far from all the action.
Franco Manca
Address: 37-43 King St, Manchester M2 7AT.
Close to: King Street, Albert Square, St. Anne’s Square.
and
Address: 12-16 Mosley St, Manchester M2 3AQ
Close to: Piccadilly Gardens, Market Street.
Right in the heart of the Christmas Markets the Franco Manca King Street Manchester restaurant is the perfect place for a family meal out. With plenty of dining space, a warm and inviting atmosphere and super friendly staff, the tasty food and amazing Christmas offer are just an added bonus!
Helen from North West Family Adventures and I both really enjoyed the Christmas at Franco’s offer which included 3 courses for £25. A serious bargain for families, that is available from 12th November to 4th January 2026.
Choose any starter, pizza and dessert or upgrade to a mighty 4 courses for £35 and indulge in a trio of nibbles, unlimited dips (you need to try the Hot Honey dip!!!) and a side salad too. A brilliant offer if there is a group of you dining!
Right now, you can grab a Portafogli-go, which are Folded Neapolitan pizza’s in either Nutella and Biscoff for £6.25 or a Margherita for £8.90, both of which are perfect to eat whilst walking around the markets.
If you’re visiting the Piccadilly Gardens section, call in at the Franco Manca Piccadilly restaurant for exactly the same deals.
Haute Dolci
Address: 1 Deansgate, Manchester M3 1AZ.
Close to: St. Anne’s Square, Exchange Square, Exchange Street.
At the start of Deansgate and just slightly away from the hustle and bustle of the Manchester Christmas Markets sits the most amazing dessert venue that only opened in October 2025. With its luxurious decor, the restaurant is rather spacious and very bright and airy.
You can also grab savoury brunch classics, that are available all day long. We were actually told that the busiest time at Haute Dolci Deansgate is around 9pm!
From 15th November to 31st December, there is a fantastic offer for dessert lovers that includes a Signature dessert, a drink, a Christmas cracker and a Keys the Season envelope, priced at £14 per person.
From the envelope, you may win complimentary Hot Chocolates or Hot Chocolate Shots, 25% off your next Haute Dolci visit and even the Golden Key, which gives free desserts for a year! I am there, the desserts are fantastic!
Salvi’s Manchester
Address: 1, The Corn Exchange, Corporation St, Manchester M4 3TR.
Close to: Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Square, Exchange Street, Market Street.
Every Sunday throughout November, grab 40% off food – maximum 6 people. This is a brilliant excuse to go and try out their Italian cuisine!
Check out our guide featuring all the restaurants in the Corn Exchange Manchester for more dining options.
Pizza Express
Address: 1, The Corn Exchange, Corporation St, Manchester M4 3TR.
Close to: Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Square, Exchange Street, Market Street.
Enjoy 25% off pizzas every day until November 23rd, just pop in, order online using PizzaExpress Delivers or order for collection.
Skate, Save, Snack with the Corn Exchange and Skate Manchester
Address: Skate Manchester, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester M4 3BG.
Close to: Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Square, Exchange Street, Market Street.
This is a really great offer if you’re heading ice skating at Skate Manchester! Every Monday to Thursday until 4th December, you can save 20% at five Corn Exchange restaurants next door OR grab 20% off your ice rink tickets if you’ve already eaten there. It works both ways!
If you are skating first, simply show your same day tickets at any of the participating restaurants below to get a 20% saving:
- Banyan (food only)
- Cosy Club (your whole bill)
- The Real Greek (main menu food)
- Vapiano (food only)
- Zizzi (food only)
Dining before skating? Simply show your food receipt when purchasing your ice rink tickets at Skate Manchester.
Malmaison
Address: 23 Princess St, Manchester M2 4ER.
Close to: King Street, Albert Square, St. Anne’s Square.
If you are visiting the Manchester Christmas markets with friends, this offer is a really lovely idea. Grab a seasonally themed Afternoon Tea with (or without Prosecco) for 2, 3 or 4 people and save up to 47%.
Simply click through to this Manchester Mummy offer from Wowcher (affiliate link – we will earn a few pennies at no extra cost to yourself) to enjoy this deal.
Wagamamas
Address: 1, The Printworks, Corporation St, Manchester M4 2BS.
Close to: Cathedral Gardens, Exchange Square, Exchange Street, Market Street.
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Address: 2 St Peter’s Sq, Manchester M2 3LQ
Close to: King Street, Albert Square, St. Anne’s Square
Not a festive deal as such, but Waga’s have a great lunchtime deal on between 11am and 3pm each weekday. For £12, you can get a main bowl and a soft drink or coffee, for dine-in only.
And if you feel like continuing the festive spirit at home or at a private party after visiting the markets, consider checking out Poptop UK, a party planning platform for booking a variety of catering and entertainment options across the UK.
Their services range from fully prepared meals by professional chefs to interactive street food experiences and bespoke cocktail setups. Many mobile bars even serve festive treats like Christmas mulled wine, making it a perfect way to host a Christmas celebration without any hassle.
How Long are the Christmas Markets on in Manchester
The Manchester Christmas markets are open from 7th November 2025 – 22nd December 2025, with some stalls in Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens remaining open until 4th January 2026.
Wrapping Up – Literally!
Rain, wind and all, you can still have a brilliant day at the Christmas markets without blowing the budget. The deals above give you plenty of choice for where to eat near the Manchester Christmas markets, with much-appreciated seating, heating and a place to thaw out before you head back to the stalls.
And once the markets have packed up for another year, these restaurants will still be here – so you’ve now got a go-to list for all-year-round meals in the city centre too.
