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Did you know that all of the restaurants at Corn Exchange Manchester have Christmas menus? Some even have private rooms you can hire for exclusive use. With a world of different cuisines to explore and our convenient city centre location, it’s the perfect setting for an indulgent Christmas celebration.
Whether you’re searching for a table for a festive meal or a room to really get the party started in, we’ll take you on a tour of all the options for Christmas 2025 at the Corn Exchange.
Banyan’s menus breathe new life into traditional Christmas dining. The Festive Feast (£26.95pp) puts a Christmas spin on their iconic sharing boards. Think Mini Festive Burgers, Crispy Brie Wedges and Bang Bang Chicken Skewers - all perfect for groups of 8+ who want to keep things relaxed and social.
The 3 Course Set Menu (£38.95pp) offers a more classic option for sit-down dining. You’ll find traditional festive dishes alongside modern twists like their Turkey & Smoked Ham Hock Pie, which is pure Winter comfort food.
Banyan offers two private rooms with the option of after-dinner karaoke if you want your own space, or you can book tables in the main restaurant area.
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If you want a Christmas party in Manchester where you don’t have to compromise on stunning interiors, decadent food and a huge drinks menu - A Cosy Christmas might be just the thing.
For sit-down affairs, Cosy Club’s 3 Course Menu starts from £28.95pp. If you’d rather keep things more casual, they've got three levels of delectable buffet-style spreads: Festive Finger Food (from £16.95pp), Festive Buffet (from £21.95pp), or the Sharing Feast (from £26.95pp).
For something super luxe, the Gold Package (£75pp) & Platinum Package (£85pp) include three courses, a sparkling reception, half a bottle of wine per person, coffee with chocolate truffles, plus two drinks of prosecco, beer or cocktails.
Dine in the main restaurant or explore their private room for a more exclusive space. Hurry though! It gets booked up quickly.
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Book a modern Indian feast this year at Delhi House Cafe. This family-run, independent restaurant offers beautiful interiors and hospitality as warm as the flavours. They also offer a sumptuous Christmas Feasting Menu for groups of 2+ sharing for £49.95pp.
Each menu kicks off with a glass of wine or bubbly and then takes a 3 course taste tour, kicking off with an appetiser of moreish Chaat - an ever-popular staple on the Delhi House menu. Next come mouthwatering starters and mains, like the iconic Mom’s Buttered Chicken Tikka Masala, cooked in a traditional clay oven and served with Buttered Naan.
You’ll find two versions of the menu: one with meat and one without, so veggies are well catered for. Plus, you can book a private floor of the restaurant or the entire venue for bigger gatherings.
Want to add some extra fun and some friendly competition to your celebrations? Solve a mystery with your friends, family or colleagues at Escape Hunt. This year, they’re offering three festive packages to pick from:
Jingle Bells Package (£33pp, 1.5 hours): You get one escape room per person, a welcome drink, celebratory (or commiseration!) drink, a sweet pouch, plus access to event planners beforehand and a game host on the day
Sleigh Bells Package (£59pp, 3 hours): All of the above but instead of just one, you get two escape rooms per person to keep the fun going for longer. Plus every person will go home with a £10 spending voucher.
Entire Venue Hire (enquire for cost, capacity 112): Take over the whole venue and get four hours of exclusive hire with all games available plus full use of the private lounge area.
Get puzzling, while having some drinks and some laughs. It’s the best way to make festive memories together.
If you’re tired of the classic turkey dinner, why not mix things up with a flavoursome Indian street food feast from Mowgli. Their Christmas menu is served up sharing style in the iconic silver tiffin boxes, under twinkling, atmospheric fairy lights. It couldn’t be more perfect for a festive social gathering.
The Christmas Feasting Menu (£40pp) starts with a glass of bubbles or a mocktail. Then expect a delicious line-up of Mowgli favourites, from Yoghurt Chat Bombs and Gunpowder Chicken to fragrant curries served with rice and roti.
As you’d imagine, there are brilliant options for vegetarians and vegans that don’t sacrifice any of the flavour.
For a lighter, brighter style of festive dining, Pho brings the fresh, fragrant flavours of Vietnam to your Christmas celebrations. Their Christmas Party Menu (from £22.95pp) is perfect for groups of four or more, with both classic and vegan versions. Plus, almost everything on the menu is gluten-free.
Start with crunchy spring rolls or refreshing rice-paper summer rolls before moving on to steaming bowls of pho, aromatic curries and wok-fried noodle dishes infused with lemongrass, chilli and herbs. Round the whole experience off with a tasty dessert.
Sharing steaming, flavour-filled bowls together means your meal still has all of the Christmas comfort factor but in a more vibrant, refreshing way.
Did you know that Pizza Express has an incredible Christmas Set Menu on top of their standard Winter menu that you can prebook for groups? You and your group can enjoy 2 courses from £23 or push the boat out with 3 courses from £28.
It all has that great Pizza Express taste that people love, but with some luxurious twists. Their iconic doughballs, for instance, get an Xmas upgrade to Doughballs in Blankets - meaning they’re wrapped in crispy pancetta and topped with Gran Milano cheese and accompanied by a honey and mustard dip. Ooh la la!
Enjoy a discounted tipple when you opt for the set menu, with prosecco, Peroni beers and the Bellini-inspired Peach Sparkle cocktail all for £4 each. Now there’s something to get the party started.
Base your revelry in Riva Blu’s elegant Corn Exchange site for a classy celebration with an Amalfi twist.
Choose from the 3 course Christmas Lunch Menu (£40) or Christmas Dinner Menu (£50). Both feature irresistible Italian plates like Risotto Funghi and Lasagna Contadina. And yes, they're serving Arrosto di Tacchino (Roast Turkey with all the trimmings) for purists who want a classic Christmas dinner.
These festive menus need to be pre-booked, with a standard winter menu running alongside for walk-ins.
Base your celebrations at Salvi’s to enjoy a Christmas take on the deliciously authentic Italian food this family-run, independent is known for.
The Christmas Set Menu (£45pp) is a 3 course banquet. Choose from primi like Bruschetta Pomodoro, Calamari Fritti or Montanara con Pesto, then move on to secondi including Salmon Fillet, Rib-Eye Steak, Ravioli Lobster or Roast Turkey. Finish with a dolci, like Tiramisu, homemade Cannoli or Panettone with Gelato.
Take a look at Salvi’s Christmas Day Menu (£90pp) if you’re looking for somewhere to dine on the big day itself. With most of the city shut, this is your chance to enjoy a special Christmas meal without any of the prep, cooking or cleaning up.
There's a private room for up to 10 guests, or you can book the entire restaurant for bigger celebrations.
Why not take to the cages for some virtual cricket for your Xmas party? You can work up an appetite for one of these excellent festive packages:
The Silver package (£32pp) gets you 2 drink tokens and a stunning spread of buffet food – think truffle chicken, calamari, chipolatas, sprout pakoras and mince pies to keep you going between innings.
Step up to Gold (£50pp) and you'll get 3 drink tokens, a festive shot bat per person, plus all the Silver buffet food and four pizzas. Phwoar.
Go all out with Platinum (£70pp) for 5 drink tokens, a festive shot bat per person, the full buffet spread, pizzas, and three types of burgers. Now that’s pure festive indulgence.
Add on batting for £14.50pp to complete the experience!
For something totally different, Tampopo offers a taste of the Far East for foodies, with several different delicious sharing menus to choose from.
The Classic Christmas Menu (£29pp) features four courses of dishes including Sweet Corn Fritters, Pork Gyoza, Glazed Sticky Wings, Japanese Katsu and Green Curry, with sides and a dessert trio.
For a bigger banquet, the Odyssey Christmas Menu (£38pp) delivers four courses with even bolder and more adventurous flavours like Beef Rendang, Indonesian Grilled Chicken and Pad Krapow Khai in generous portions.
Early birds can grab the Group Brunch Menu (£11pp, available until midday), with complimentary teas and coffees included.
Semi-private areas are available within the main restaurant for groups wanting some separation.
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with The Real Greek's Christmas Platter (£24pp, or £28pp with dessert).
This set menu includes one cold meze, one flatbread, one souvlaki grill and one salad or side. Simple, fresh & oh so tasty. Add festive tipples like Greek Mulled Wine or a Freddo Espresso Martini to complete the experience.
This is a great option for groups who want something non-traditional that still packs loads of flavour.
Nothing feels more like a true Christmas feast than multiple courses - Vapiano’s fabulous value festive set menus offer 2 courses for £18.95pp or 4 courses for just £24.95pp, including a glass of fizz or a Moretti!
You’ll be able to mix and match iconic Vapiano menu items like Classic Bruschetta and Pasta Pomodoro or opt for more festive twists like Cheesy Sage & Stuffing Garlic Bread or Pizza Truffled Fiorentina Prosciutto.
For the 4 course menu you’ll start with olives and ciabatta and then choose any starter, main and dessert. For the 2 course option, choose a starter or dessert to accompany your main.
Both menus are available from 17th November to 5th January for groups of four or more. If you’re booking for a large group, you could even book out an entire floor at Vapiano Corn Exchange.
Zizzi's 3 Course Set Menu (£29.99pp) brings a wonderful seasonal twist on Zizzi’s fresh pasta and stonebaked pizzas.
Some menu highlights: Black Truffle Arancini that look like actual truffles, the Christmas Catch featuring a garlic bread lobster, and the Crust-Mas Rustica pizza, which is topped with Italian-style roast potatoes. Divine.
For dessert, try the Christmas Bomboloni, cinnamon and orange spiced doughnuts, or stick with a modern classic like panettone bread and butter pudding.
You’ll find plenty of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free choices available, and every guest gets a bespoke Zizzi Christmas cracker too, which is a nice touch.
Get in touch with any of the restaurants at the Corn Exchange to explore exclusive hire of their entire space.
Once you’re done for the night, why not book to stay right here at the Corn Exchange. Roomzzz Aparthotels offers 114 rooms in a range of price levels and configurations - from great value studios to luxe suites with gorgeous city views.
Eliminate the headache of having to find your way home after your festivities - simply head upstairs for a great night’s sleep and breakfast right on your doorstep. When it’s time to leave, the Metrolink and Victoria station are a stone’s throw away, or you’ll find ample parking nearby.
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