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20 Stories Restaurant, Manchester,

20 Stories Restaurant

4.3
4.3
1820 Reviews
£41 and over
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
The 20 Stories restaurant is an iconic venue in the heart of Spinningfields which sits at the forefront of the Manchester dining scene with Modern British menus.

The rooftop terrace has trees scaling two storeys high and unparalleled views of Manchester, it embodies the electricity of an international restaurant against the backdrop of this dynamic city.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00–20:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–03:00 Bar Mon–Wed 12:00–23:00 Thu 12:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00 Afternoon Tea Mon–Thu 14:00–16:30 Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Scott
  • Catering
    <br />
  • Private party facilities
    20 Stories is the height of glamorous entertaining, featuring a private room with cityscape views that can seat up to 18 guests* for lunch and dinner.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: 0161 204 3333
  • Area
    Manchester
  • Cross Street
    Deansgate Road
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Deansgate Train Station, Victoria Train Station, Oxford Road Train Station, Piccadilly Train Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A La Carte

    Multiple dates available
    The 20 Stories restaurant is an iconic venue in the heart of Spinningfields which sits at the forefront of the Manchester dining scene with Modern British menus. Please note that your reservation is for indoor dining only, with all guests expected to enjoy a main course each.
    A La Carte photo
  • Afternoon Tea

    £37.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Afternoon Tea: Pre-booking is required. *Please note bookings must be made in advance, at least 24 hours ahead of reservation. From Monday - Thursday , 14.00 - 16.30, and Friday -Saturday 12.00 - 15.00. Please inform our reception team of any dietary requirements when booking. If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please speak to your waiter before ordering. Please be aware that traces of allergens used in our kitchen may be present.
    Afternoon Tea photo
  • Dinner Set Menu

    £37.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Situated on the 19th floor of No.1 Spinningfields, 20 Stories is composed of a glamorous restaurant, lively bar and expansive rooftop terrace with unparalleled 360-degree views of the Manchester skyline. The 20 Stories kitchen have created menus that showcase the best of the Northwest, with an aim to source ingredients locally. We are proud to hold a three star Sustainable Restaurant Association rating. Ham hock terrine, remoulade, toasted sourdough,Roasted chicken supreme, sage pomme purée, braised Roscoff, chicken & thyme sauce, Chocolate & mint sphere
    Dinner Set Menu photo

Private dining

What 1,820 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Great for scenic views

  • Manchester

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Manchester

    Great for scenic views

  • Manchester

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
20 Stories Restaurant offers breathtaking views of Manchester's skyline from its 20th-floor location. Patrons rave about its "excellent service," "delicious food," and "spectacular ambiance." While some find it pricey, the "beautiful setting" and "memorable dining experience" make it a top choice for special occasions.
1,821 Reviews
  1. Shaun

    Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service staff were quick and very helpful for seated early

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  2. Annie

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was outstanding as always and our server, Kumar, was attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend and looking forward to our next visit!

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  3. Nicole

    Glasgow1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recently had the pleasure of dining at 20 stories and I cannot speak highly enough of the experience, particularly thanks to the outstanding service provided by Kumar. He made us feel incredibly welcome and ensured every aspect of our meal was perfect. The food was lovely and we really appreciated all the care everyone took, especially catering to one of our parties allergies. This was a special night and we will be back again.

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  4. Dougie

    Manchester3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A bit disappointed on arrival, as we were a little early we were pointed to a bar, that was mobbed and more like a disco than a restaurant, lack of tables in the bar meant we had to sit out in the wind and the, I’m not sure why we couldn’t have been seated at our table as they were all empty. Once we were seated, the service and the food were excellent, along with the views and the sunset, a great place to be, for an a special occasion a bit pricey at £300 for two, 3 courses each, a drink each on arrival, 1 x bottle of Ribera, coffee and a dessert wine, so not for everyday dining, but all up a special place and will go again.

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  5. Andrea

    Manchester3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent and our glasses remained topped up throughout the bottomless brunch . Food was average, I wouldn’t eat here again. Surcharge galore for very average food. . Nice for a drink to take in the views but there are far better places to eat in Manchester .

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  6. Nick

    Manchester24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food matched with attentive service in superb setting. Possibly the best views from a restaurant in the city centre. Great for special occasions.
    20 Stories RestaurantResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your review and for visiting 20 Stories! I am delighted that you had a lovely evening and enjoyed your meal. We hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Julie

    London3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was excellent. The female waiting staff had an air of snobbishness which bordered on unpleasant.
    20 Stories RestaurantResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We're sorry to hear your experience wasn't up to expectations. If you'd like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact us directly via email or phone. We’d love to hear from you!

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  8. Sue

    North Wales1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A case of “style over substance”. Place was great, views across Manchester stunning but, unfortunately, the food was mediocre.
    20 Stories RestaurantResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to provide delicious food and exceptional service, and we would love the opportunity to discuss your experience further. Please feel free to contact us directly. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    No words just avoid avoid avoid. Only thing worth it is the view.
    20 Stories RestaurantResponded on 23 March 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We always appreciate feedback as it gives us opportunities to improve and offer our continued high standards of service. I am sorry that we were not perfect on this occasion, and I understand your frustrations. I have passed each part of your feedback on to the relevant departments, and we will take this onboard to see how we can do better going forward. Kind Regards.

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  10. Margita

    Derbyshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice place but we were disappointed when we arrived we been given the table without view. I booked this restaurant 3 weeks in advance and on arrival they told there are life queue for a table near the window. I was shocked. No priorities for pre bookings. We expressed our disappointment and the team managed to get for us the table near the window. Will we return - definitely no. Food nice but very overpriced.
    20 Stories RestaurantResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We sincerely apologies for the less than satisfactory experience you had during your recent visit. We will look to correct any issues and we hope we get the opportunity to welcome you back to 20 Stories. Kind regards.

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FAQs

20 Stories Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 1820 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 20 Stories Restaurant

No.1 Spinningfields, Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 3EB

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Deansgate Road
  • Area
    Manchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00–20:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–03:00 Bar Mon–Wed 12:00–23:00 Thu 12:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00 Afternoon Tea Mon–Thu 14:00–16:30 Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Deansgate Train Station, Victoria Train Station, Oxford Road Train Station, Piccadilly Train Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Scott
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    <br />
  • Private party facilities
    20 Stories is the height of glamorous entertaining, featuring a private room with cityscape views that can seat up to 18 guests* for lunch and dinner.
  • Private party contact
    our Events Team: 0161 204 3333
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