Don’t get caught empty-handed. Your mum has put up with you all year, so make sure she gets an extra special day. With endless places to choose from, you can treat your leading lady to lavish afternoon teas, dinner at a top restaurant and plenty of fun things to do. Check out our guide to the ultimate Mother's Day in Manchester here.
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Last updated on 12th June 2024
Wowee. If making your mum feel like a million dollars is the aim of the game this Mother's Day in Manchester city centre, these fancy interiors should do it. And if she's (somehow) not convinced by the decor? Then getting a taste of the Japanese fine dining and Mexican fare on offer here is bound to hit the spot.
If gin places in Manchester are bound to please this Mother's Day, then how about one with a distillery attached? Nestled right in the beautiful brick arches just seconds from Deansgate is Three Little Words, where your mum's favourite tipple, masterclasses, food and more await.
Head to Gusto this Mother's Day for an indulgent Sunday sharing roast with all the trimmings for £45.95. Take a seat at this gorgeous Italian restaurant, decked out with modern, golden light fixtures paired with dark, green leather booths and tuck into a spread featuring sirloin of beef, roast chicken or a three-meat ragù shepherd's pie. Sides include roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and cauliflower in a carbonara sauce to name a few. What's more, if you pre-book your place at this swish spot, you'll receive a scratch card that'll reveal a gift for you to enjoy on your next visit.
Bringing beautiful food and drink to a welcoming plot in the Corn Exchange, Banyan are known for their deals, free fizz and delish brunches on this special day. They're showcasing the freshest local produce and capping things off with first rate service.
The Library Champagne Bar is the ideal choice to get your afternoon tea fix come that special day in March. Whether you go for Moët & Chandon brut impérial or the rosé version, this stunning spot is bound to be indulgent.
Make this Mother's Day one to remember by treating your mum to a VIP tour of The Spirit of Manchester Distillery, or let her become a distiller for the day and whip up her very own bottle of booze with their Gin Making Experience. There will also be a guided sampling of five types of gins, so she can explore the flavour profiles and pick her fave to take home.
Got a little cash to splash when it comes to dear ol' mum? Book a table at James Martin Restaurant for some cracking British goods from the TV chef's Manchester eatery, with a one-off three-course lunch planned for Mothering Sunday.
Treat your leading lady to delectable cocktails and dreamy views, as rooftop restaurant 20 Stories throw open their doors for celebrations in March. Topping off the cocktails, food and rooftop destination? Live music for you to share on the occasion.
From freshly carved roasts with all the trimmings to a Mother's Day menu showcasing the best British fare, Brown's is a top choice. Not only is the food looking tasty, but with lashings of champagne and a live pianist in store too, this meal out promises extra brownie points.
If a pretty afternoon tea sounds right up your mum's street, then Cocoa Cabana is the place to grab a table. With plush interiors, pretty pink accents, killer cocktails and tasty bites to boot, you're bound to make it a special day she deserves.
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Join The Lawn Club for Mother's Day this year in Manchester, and bag a free roast for yours truly. Visit the colourful wonderland, filled with fairy lights and vibrant green plants, on the 10th of March, take a few snaps for socials, and then dig in. Pick from an array of delicious meats like pork loin with crackling, or opt for a vegan Wellington, then customise your sides. Think pigs in blankets, cauliflower cheese, Yorkshire puddings and more.
Known for their traditional cream tea of bubbles and scones or boozy brunches come the big day, The Cosy Club has got your Mothering Sunday plans on lock year after year. Better yet, the cocktails and eclectic interiors are bound to impress too.
Encompassing a ground floor brasserie, Asian restaurant and stunning rooftop all-in-one, there's something for every kind of mum at The Ivy Manchester. Adding to the treat? The limited-edition Mother's Day desserts and cocktails that change each year, alongside indulgent afternoon teas.
If you really want to go all out, then the city's only Michelin-starred restaurant definitely fits the bill. Not only is Mana serving up award-winning bites from lunch to dinner, but the Blossom Street favourite boasts gorgeous interiors too.
Asha's is an award-winning dining experience in the UK's capital of curry, bringing with it unique cocktails, guntur chicken, shahi paneer biryani and salmon coconut curry for Mother's Day. But that's not all, as there's complimentary sticky saffron dumplings for mum come dessert.
Wondering what to do in Manchester to celebrate Mother's Day? Richmond Tea Rooms is one of the most unique options this March. Renowned for its wildly OTT decor, cabaret and Alice in Wonderland-themed interiors, you'll enjoy an afternoon the Mad Hatter himself would be proud of.
From Mother's Day Sunday roasts with complimentary dessert for mum to creating a beautiful, personalised plant pot at a workshop on Sunday 19th March, Ducie Street Warehouse has all bases covered. Whether you need a fun gift or a meal out, here's where to head.
For £45 per head, Edinburgh Castle is throwing a full feast based on sharing food around the table and the venue's nose-to-tail ethos. Think Tamworth pork belly with pear sauce, organic apple pie and oysters in a rhubarb mignonette.
