bar & restaurant
Located in the heart of Manchester, Motley is a melting pot for locals and explorers alike, where saints and sinners share stories over seasonal local dishes, moody interiors and creative cocktails. Check out our menus and events below and choose your side… saint or sinner?
what’s on
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Summer Sessions
Bi-weekly on Thursdays from now until September
Summer starts at Motley.
Discover our series of live Summer Sessions, in partnership with Licor 43.
Join us as we bring together laid-back terrace vibes, expertly mixed drinks, smokehouse favourites, and live music throughout the season.
See below for more details
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Matchday Specials
Until 19 July
Enjoy big games, cold beers and unbeatable smokehouse flavours with our matchday offers
5 Bottles of Budweiser, £20
Bottle of Budweiser & Slow Smoked Beef Brisket, £20
Served with beef dripping fries, rainbow slaw, pickles and homemade gravyT&Cs apply.
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Dogs Eat Free
Spoil your furry friend with a meal from Motley.
Choose from pork sausage, shredded chicken or beef meatballs - covered in gravy and served on rice.
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Happy Hour
Monday to Thursday, 4pm - 7pm
Wind down with our Happy Hour menu.
Enjoy £7 cocktails, £20 bottles of Prosecco and £5 Motley Brew pints. That’s thirsty work.
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Bottomless Brunch
Fridays, 12pm - 7pm | Saturdays, 12pm - 4pm
Motley’s Bottomless Brunch is back.
£40pp for 1.5 hours, includes any large plate and unlimited drinks.
Tuck into brunch classics with an unbeatable Manc-twist.
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Saints & Sinners Bottomless Brunch
For £50pp, discover a bottomless brunch with a twist - Motley’s interactive Traitors-inspired brunch.
Expect loaded French toast, waffles, vegan delights & unlimited cocktails, fizz & mocktails.
Throughout the experience, you can expect mischievous touches inspired by the show, from surprise challenges to playful props.
Minimum 6 people, direct bookings only. Call 0161 511 5060 or email below.
summer sessions
Summer starts at Motley.
Discover our series of live Summer Sessions, in partnership with Licor 43.
Join us as we bring together laid-back terrace vibes, expertly mixed drinks, smokehouse favourites, and live music throughout the season.
Each event will feature a new live music act alongside a cocktail special.
Check out our line-up below:
Thursday 16th July - Strawberry Serve | R&B | Midnight Skye
Thursday 30th July - Summer Breeze | Ethereal Pop | Venice Red
Thursday 13th August - Raspberry Disco Fizz | Disco | Barely Funktioning
Thursday 27th August - Apple Zu | Throwback Indie | Andrew McGill
saints & sinners
Motley turns away from the obvious. This is not a tribute to mills and Madchester. It’s a nod to four local disruptors who walked the line between sinner and saint.
Alan Turing cracked codes and won wars, then paid the price for living honestly. Emmeline Pankhurst broke every rule to rewrite the future. John Dalton saw the unseen and left his eyes behind for proof. Reverend Cowherd preached purity from the pulpit, then lit his pipe in a leather chair.
Their lives shape the space, the menu, the mood.
Pull up a seat and see where it takes you.
private events
Say goodbye to boring backdrops. We've got the rooms to match your energy. Private dinners, celebrations, you name it.
Choose from 4 rooms, ranging from 8 to 12 people seated, and up to 35 when combining rooms. Let us know your vision and we’ll do the rest.
meetings & mayhem
Motley’s not your average bar and restaurant. Need to get stuff done? Grab a booth, plug in, crack on. Pitch to make? Our meeting rooms don’t do beige. They do bold
stay with us
Had a big one at Motley? Good. Now don’t ruin it by heading home. Sleep with us instead. YOTEL Manchester Deansgate is right upstairs with rooms made for deep sleeps, lazy lie ins and a smart night’s sleep.
Keep the good vibes rolling, stay the night and make it a proper Manchester story.
FAQS
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We’re tucked inside YOTEL Manchester Deansgate at 2 John Dalton Street, M2 6JP, right in the beating heart of Deansgate.
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You’re invited from:
Sunday–Thursday: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm (last food orders 8:45 pm)
Friday–Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 am (last food orders 9:45 pm)
Times may shift—but we’ll always keep the vibe going.
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You can easily book a table, a room, or even a meeting space via the website’s “Book Now” options. If plans change—or spontaneity takes over—we always have space for walk-ins (up to 8 guests); for private dining, drop our team a line.
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Our menu is local, seasonal, low-mileage, ingredient-led—and soul-satisfyingly uncomplicated. Think eclectic small plates, burgers, veggie-friendly dishes, and our very own Motley Brew alongside cocktails and spritzers.
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Indeed. Grab a booth to work, host a quirky meeting, or enjoy private feasting spaces where you can even bring your own tunes or films. Contact us and we’ll get you sorted.
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Unfortunately, we don’t offer delivery or takeaway options at this time.
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There’s no on-site parking—but the Great Northern NCP on Watson Street (M3 4EE) is just a hop away. Download the NCP app, use “Park Now,” and enter promo code MANCSAVER1 for a discount.
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Yes. We have a mix of plant-based, vegetarian, and gluten-free plates clearly marked on our menu. Our team can adapt dishes where possible: just let us know when ordering.
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Yes. Dogs are welcome in our bar and terrace areas. Water bowls and the occasional ear scratch included.
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We host seasonal events, themed nights, and occasional live music. Check our What’s On section or follow our socials for the latest.
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Yes, our terrace is open when Manchester’s weather plays along. Perfect for people-watching over a pint or spritz.
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We take allergens seriously. Speak to your server and we’ll guide you through the menu to ensure a safe and delicious choice.
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Yes. From birthdays to work dos, our spaces can be booked for private gatherings, with bespoke menus and drinks packages available.
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Yes. Free, fast, and perfect for work, scrolling, or ignoring your tablemates.
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We’re a short walk from Manchester Deansgate and Manchester Oxford Road stations, with multiple bus and tram stops nearby.
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Come as you are. Casual is fine, but feel free to dress up if you’re making a night of it.
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