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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6pm Sins
Every Thursday in August, from 6-7pm
Swap sins for sips.
Confess your sin and enjoy a cocktail on us.
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Żubrówka Summer Terrace
Your new favourite spot.
Discover tasty bites, refreshing drinks and great vibes on our summer terrace - in partnership with Żubrówka.
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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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Bottomless Brunch
Every Friday, 12-7pm & Saturday 12-4pm.
Unleash your inner sinner with our Bottomless Brunch.
Any large plate and unlimited drinks. £40pp for 90 minutes.
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Happy Hour
Monday to Thursday, 4-7pm
Discover £7 cocktails, £20 Prosecco and £5 Motley Brew pints.
Best enjoyed on our sunny terrace.
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.
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.
Private dinner without the pomp? Sorted. Big match, big night, big do? We’ve got space for that too.
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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