Manchester has an excellent choice of eateries for families to choose from, whether it’s the bohemian cafes of the Northern Quarter, the popular chains in the city centre or the famous “curry mile.”
At BabyBreaks, we have researched the best child-friendly restaurants in Manchester, so you can plan your mealtimes around the city.
1. Bisque and Beyond Art Café
A unique, family owned art café where you can get creative whilst enjoying a fresh, locally sourced menu. Paint, stitch or sculpt as you enjoy a craft ale or artisan coffee and homemade cake – you will enjoy it as much as the kids!
A clay imprint of your family’s handprints could be the perfect souvenir of your trip. There is also a sensory room that’s perfect for babies.
Address: 745 Wilmslow Rd, Manchester M20 6RN
Phone: 0161 641 7475
Website: www.bisqueandbeyond.co.uk
2. Monolos
The owners of Monolos were frustrated at the lack of eateries which truly catered to children and parents, so they created this unique “restaurant and playhouse “ which serves crowd-pleasing American food such as burgers, steaks and milkshakes, alongside a large soft play area.
You can relax knowing that children of all ages will be entertained, whilst you enjoy your food and let them come and go as they please- they will return to the table to eat when they have tired themselves out! This place has to be on our list of child friendly restaurants in Manchester.
Address: 137 – 139 Cheetham Hill Rd, Manchester M8 8LY
Phone: 0161 883 0555
Website: www.monolos.co.uk/manchester
3. Our Kid
Head to the artsy, hipster suburb of Chorlton to visit Our Kid, which models itself on the fashionable Kindercafés of Berlin.
A café, shop and communal space all rolled into one, Our Kid opened in 2016 and has become really popular with local families thanks to its relaxed vibe and locally sourced menu. Sip an artisan coffee while little ones enjoy their excellent value lunch, then browse the independent gifts and clothes on sale.
Address: Oswald Road, Chorlton, M21 9LP
Phone: 07930 025158
Website: www.our-kid.co.uk
4. Hard Rock Cafe
Manchester is undoubtedly a music lover’s city, so this rock ’n’ roll-themed chain fits right in. It serves American classics in energetic surroundings, with plenty for the kids to marvel at, including a jacket worn by Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain’s guitar.. The kids menu has some nice healthier options too, such as chicken salad, tomato and broccoli pasta and fresh fruit.
Skip the queue when you purchase this unique pass and enjoy a nice family dinner or lunch in this child friendly restaurant in Manchester.
Address: Exchange Square, Manchester M4 2BS
Phone: 0161 831 6700
Website: www.hardrock.com/cafes/manchester
Wait! Do you need more ideas to fully explore Manchester with Kids for a Family City Break. You might be interested by our list of great things to do with children or if weather permitted, kids friendly activities for lovely days out in Manchester.
At BabyBreaks, we have kept a limited choice of activities, restaurants and hotels so that you can prepare your trip to Manchester without browsing the Internet for endless hours.
So if you are looking to be inspired to visit Manchester for your next family weekend, just visit our different Manchester pages to find what this creative city has to offer.
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