20 Stories Restaurant in Manchester

£10 entrance to stand at a bar? Joke.

An amazing experience for my friends birthday. A special thanks to Roxy for everything. Thank you and will be returning!

Afternoon tea on a busy Saturday afternoon. All was really good and our waiter Robert was excellent.

Had the loveliest evening at 20 Stories and just had to give a special mention to Roxy and Kumar! From start to finish, they both went above and beyond to make our night feel extra special. Roxy was so warm and welcoming, and Kumar made sure everything ran smoothly with such professionalism and charm. They were both super attentive without being over the top, and their recommendations were perfect. Honestly, they made the whole experience feel personal and memorable. Huge thank you to both — you’re an absolute credit to 20 Stories!

Expertly looked after by Amelia and the 20 Stories team, really fantastic service, atmosphere and food. Top work!

Afternoon tea , food was nice but we arrived for our table at 1:15 and all was good until at 2:15 the waitress came and informed us they needed the table back ! It states on the web site that you get 1 hour 30 minutes !so at this point we felt very uncomfortable and pressured . We’d purchased the afternoon tea with 4 miniature cocktails but at this stage had only had 1 cocktail , the waitress said if we moved to the bar or outside she’d sort out the remaining cocktails …. It took ages to get our second one once in the bar and then another age to get the 3rd and at this point we left ! On top of this the service charge was ridiculous at £30 !

Florian was excellent at delivering great customer service and provided us with all the help we needed :) we had a great time and the afternoon tea was wonderful. We even got our own little box to take some treats home that we couldn’t quite finish. Thank you Florian and 20 Stories.

One of the best places especially at sunset.

Loved it here. Great restaurant, amazing views and the food we had was excellent, The Steak and Trout was soo good. Special thanks to Nancy who looked after us, perfect service x

All was amazing. Special thanks to Florian for hospitality and good atmosphere. 😊

I recently dined at 20 Stories in, drawn in by its reputation and breathtaking skyline views. Upon arrival, the only way up was via the elevator, which added to the anticipation of reaching the top. Once seated, the ambiance was pleasant, and the setting made for a great evening. We ordered drinks and food, but unfortunately, the portion sizes were unexpectedly small—requiring an extra charge for even the tiniest serving of chips. The pricing felt excessive for what was offered, and the value didn’t quite match the cost. While the view alone is undeniably beautiful, the overall experience was overshadowed by steep prices and modest portions. If you’re visiting for the atmosphere, it’s worth considering, but for dining, be prepared for a premium price tag.

Food was somewhat tasty but it was extremely loud They had the outdoor rooftop bar and you can’t hear yourself sitting down for dinner. They’re trying to do too much at once and ruined the dining experience absolutely awful. I had 7:30 reservation and they didn’t have certain things on the menu ? Massive queue to use the bathroom because they took in soo many people for outdoor bar and dining. The steak was presented as a single blob on the plate, no side , no vegetable. At that price at least some lettuce or come with chips should be standard. You come to realise the price is for the rent and “status” of the place rather than food or drinks. Great for a party I suppose but really awful dining experience in the summer at that price. Would not recommend unfortunately.

Service was very disappointing nice viewed but average food for the price underwhelming.

I’ve been going to this restaurant almost every weekend. I spend my money here regularly, supporting their business. But after what happened last night, I will NEVER step foot in this place again and I’ll be telling everyone I know to avoid it too. While I was patiently waiting in the queue, the security staff came over and told me, “Sorry, today is only girls no men allowed.” Are you serious? This is the UK, not some backward system where people are treated differently based on gender. It was blatant discrimination, and it was done with zero respect. The security team was rude, aggressive, and clearly untrained in basic customer service or human decency. No explanation, no professionalism just pure arrogance. As a loyal customer who has spent money here regularly, I was treated like trash for no reason. If this is the kind of shameful, sexist policy they want to promote, then they don’t deserve anyone’s business. No one should support a place that thinks it’s okay to discriminate and disrespect people openly at the door. Absolutely disgraceful. Management should be ashamed. I strongly advise everyone to avoid this place. They don’t value fairness, loyalty, or even basic manners.

We booked 20 stories for our wedding anniversary and the whole experience was wonderful from drinks on the outer terrace to our meal in the restaurant. Service in the restaurant provided by Nancy was exceptional Thankyou all we had a great experience.

Don't come for afternoon tea! It won't be the mellow pleasant experience you might be hoping for. Music pumping at 3pm like you are in the middle of a club. If not that the food and staff was brilliant it would have got no stars.

So recently I visited and I ordered a steak worth 38 pounds and the steak wasn’t bad but the steak was mainly fat and no lean meat. No sides which is crazy because I literally get served chips or some sort of other sides such as steamed veg or mash. You either change the price or you add something extra to give some personality to the dish. That was my only concern.

My initial reaction to our visit was wow. The views were magnificent and the staff were warm and friendly and a special mention to Alex who was efficient and friendly. The food was okay but nothing special and definitely not value for money especially the ‘cheese board’ which had a supplement and consisted of one piece of cheese the size of a kraft triangle, a few piece of apple and okay some delicious oat biscuit. An absolute disgrace. I ordered some potatoes to supplement my main meal and these didn’t arrive until I reminded Alex who sorted the issue out quickly but by this time they arrived I was half way through my meal. It wasn’t all bad I was with a friend for a lovely lunch but came home feeling unimpressed and still hungry.

Came for my husbands 30th birthday. We had drinks out on the terrace which was lovely. We then went in for our meal, we ordered the crab and prawns to start, both of these dishes were 10/10! Unfortunately we both ordered steak, I say unfortunately as they both arrived over cooked, we both asked for them medium but they was barely any colour on either steak, I ate mine but my husband had to send his back as it was very overcooked, the staff apologised and sent out some spring rolls for him to have whilst he waited for his new steak to arrive. The second steak arrived not much better than to first to be honest however there was no point in returning this one too as I’d already finished my meal. It did end the meal/evening on a dampener unfortunately. We would return for drinks out on the terrace as that was lovely but I’d be put off returning for food especially after we spent over £250 and we’ve had better steaks at home 😭🤣

Ordered a sirloin steak (medium well) and bbq lamb rump. The steak was so hard to cut through and very chewy as well. Drinks were top tier but i would not recommend the food.

It was a private party of 18, great service and friendly staff.

Amazing service from Javial (might have the name wrong sorry ) who was extremely polite and professional! Great asset to your business!

Was served by Giuseppe last week when we came for a special occasion and nothing was too much trouble, he really went the extra mile with every little thing, thank you so much Giuseppe

Peppe was a 10/10 host. Food was delicious, vibes unmatched.

Loud, busy, smell from toilets overwhelming as exit lifts and continued to waft through even outside. Miserable bar staff.

We came over the weekend and Guiseppe was our waiter,he was very knowledgeable and friendly,The food was good and service fantastic.Thank you

I had a lovely lunch for a birthday treat. The restaurant is beautiful with stunning views. The service was excellent friendly and relaxed. A special mention for Giuseppe who took very good care of us.

Such a lovely restaurant, the staff were so kind and happy to help. We had peppe and Nancy serving us and in my opinion the service was faultless from the moment we sat down. The food was amazing too, everything was fresh and seasoned perfectly.I would absolutely recommend stopping by here.

We came here to 20 Stories for my partners birthday. Fantastic view and lovely cocktails, it was such a shame about the food and the wait. Though we had a reservation, we had to wait nearly half an hour for a table, but we made ourselves comfortable by the bar and waited patiently. The food was a big let down. We got the lamb cutlets which were served raw - not rare, they were raw. There was uncooked flesh in the meat served to us. My partner and I couldn’t even approach a member of staff as nobody was around, and we had already waited over an hour for the food. Unfortunately I couldn’t eat the food because I am immunocompromised, I am under a consultant and have to be very careful. I ate some of the sides, though these were served cold. It was nice of the staff to acknowledge his birthday and give a plate with 2 bites of dessert that said “Happy Birthday”. Unfortunately, though we liked some aspects, it’s not worth us going back, nor is it really safe for me to consume this standard of food. I’ve observed the companies reply to not only myself – but other people that had issues and it’s really appalling. Taking somebody’s comments on board is the very bare minimum. To say that we hope to welcome me back, it seems that the person is going to come back – why would you go back to somewhere that when you highlight issues they do nothing by the way of a good gesture to make you want to go back? Fiona really doesn’t care about the way customers are treated or apologising or retaining them. You are just another number that walks in the door clearly.

Exquisitely crafted menu, from the drinks to the food to the incredible service. Highly recommend this fine dining event with incredible atmosphere and views to compliment the experience.

Nancy was great . Loved the food and service

Kumar was an amazing waiter who made us feel comfortable and very satisfied with the service! Will definitely come again!

Florian was absolutely amazing, the best service I’ve ever received, professional, polite, respectful, topped our drinks when needed, created great conversation and made our experience 10x better !!

I was served by Florian during my recent visit to 20 Stories, and I have to say, his service was top-notch. From the moment we sat down, he was attentive, professional, and made sure everything went smoothly throughout the evening. He struck the right balance between being friendly and efficient, always making sure we had what we needed without hovering. Florian is clearly great at what he does, and he’s a real asset to the team. I’ll definitely be hoping for his section again next time.

Thanks to Kumar for the best service and cheerful personality.

Rachid was especially hospitable and gave 10/10 service

With less than 24 hour notice, the excellent staff accommodated our party of 20 for a delightful family gathering on the terrace. The views were incredible, the staff was wonderful and the food was superb. We were in Manchester visiting family and good time was had by all. Thank you to Bianca for coordinating and Mirco for hosting. It was a memorable event.

raduial made my friends birthday special (sorry if i spelt it wrong x

Amazing food and drinks, great atmosphere and views!

A gorgeous restaurant with fabulous views and exceptional service. We had starters, mains and desserts, and a few sides. Everything was superb quality and delicious. The selection of drinks is very good too. I would go back there for sure.

Beautiful restaurant but the food was dry and overpriced, not for me

A unique experience on the 20th floor of this hotel in the heart of Manchester. Quality cuisine at fair prices for the standard. Very pleasantly surprised by this place and the spectacular view of the city. An attraction not to be missed

Fab place great cocktails great experience

Absolutely had a great time at 20 stories, the atmosphere is amazing, the lady at the door named Ella was absolutely lovely and was so accommodating. We made a mistake with our booking and she was so kind to help us out, definitely made our experience better, thank you Ella!

Had an amazing dinner at 20 STORIES this evening. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and welcoming — dim lighting, cozy booths, and soft jazz playing in the background. What really made the evening stand out was our server, PEPPE. He was friendly without being overbearing, incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, and offered great wine pairings with our food. He even caught that it was my wives birthday and surprised us with a complimentary dessert (chocolate lava cake — so good!). The food itself was top-tier. The PORTER HOUSE STEAK was cooked to perfection. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. Will definitely be back, and if you go, ask for PEPPE — he’ll take good care of you!

Nice service from Peppe..I enjoyed the roasted pork belly

I had a great time and a wonderful service from Peppe!

Peppe was nice and friendly….the porterhouse steak was delicious…I’ll definitely visit again 🫶🏻

Big up Faisal best server in manny 👊

Very fine dining , requested window seat for partners birthday , didn't get it . Then we asked for the a drink , to then watch a table after us gets there's first , probs as they was a group so they would rather serve the big spenders . Overall was very happy with the view , and the sheer elegance of the place

We came here for our wedding anniversary and have to say it was fabulous and Florian our waiter was superb and could not have asked for better service 🥂🥂👍👍

Absolutely amazing experience for Mothers Day. The staff could not be any more attentive and the afternoon tea was delicious. Thank you so much for making it such a special occasion for me and my mum.

The service from Pepe was incredible!

Incredible moment, it was a really good afternoon at 20 Stories, Florian was an awesome waiter, thank you very much Florian, see you soon ! We will for sure come back.

Sadly, my visit to 20 Stories was a huge anticlimax. Despite the venue boasting panoramic views from the 20th floor of a sleek modern building, the experience was underwhelming and poorly managed. The illusion begins at the entrance, where guests are made to queue outside — not due to overwhelming demand, but seemingly as a ploy to make the venue look exclusive and bustling. Once inside, it felt less like a premium rooftop destination and more like an All Bar One or Wetherspoons — just elevated 20 floors into the sky. To my astonishment, there were children as young as 7 or 8 years old in the venue at 10PM, seated next to the bar and DJ booth — completely inappropriate for what’s marketed as an adult nightlife spot. This seriously compromised the atmosphere. And if you’re not ordering enough food, don’t get too comfortable. Even with just 10 minutes left before the kitchen closed, we were pressured to order immediately or risk losing our table. A disappointing level of hospitality to say the least. Nice setting, ruined by poor crowd control, questionable management decisions, and an atmosphere that misses the mark completely. Safe to say — I won’t be returning.

I felt like I was on holiday. The location was breathtaking being able to see the amazing artit

Kumar was an amazing waiter. Topped up my wine when needed. So polite pleasant. Will definitely be returning to 20 stories :)

We had the most amazingly friendly server named KUMAR. He was spot on with the drinks every time such a lovley bubbly guy!!!

What a special night! My partner and I first met here 5 years ago on our first date, and it's even more special to be back celebrating one of our 30th birthdays as a married couple. The staff were fantastic, attentive, and made the entire experience seamless. The food was delicious, and the surprise birthday plate was the perfect touch. We loved the English sparkling wine, and our table location with the view was just perfect. It was wonderful to relive old memories and create new ones. We're already looking forward to our next visit! If you're looking for a great spot with exceptional service, look no further. Can't wait to come back and celebrate again!

Went for a birthday drink and got a seat for 8 of us right by the edge with a heater! perfect vibes for a special day, great service and amazing drinks.

We had an amazing lunch here and the staff, food and views made for a great experience. They also made sure to make a fuss as they heard it was my birthday and brought out a lovely little addition to my dessert. All round lovely venue and we would highly recommend.

I went there had some drinks with my brother and after leaving I realised that have charged me 13.50% tax of my total as discretionary service charge addition to to VAT tax of 20%. So where from the meaning of discretionary service charge addition?. And how come nobody told me about that?. It is mandatory to pay for that charges?

Lovely restaurant with great views. Excellent food. Always enjoy eating there.

Beautiful rooftop bar which is perfect on a sunny day like yesterday was. The drinks are slightly more pricey that most places and a service change was added on top. However the atmosphere and views make up for this. Having been here a few times I will come back but some aspects are starting to show some wear and tear like the tables.

The place itself is good with aesthetic views and good drinks! The staff are pretty rude and just want you out and gone after you’ve paid. You can be sitting outside on the terrace and people literally float around you waiting for you to go. Could be organised a bit better

Fish and chips are beer battered 🫣 it doesn’t mention it in the menu.

Beautiful bar/restaurant with stunning views over Manchester. Lovely staff.

The views are spectacular. Great food and amazing atmosphere

Kumar was a lovely server and we had the best time here, would definitely come again!!

A great restaurant with great food options, though some of the female hosts need to be more friendly.

The most amazing bar particularly on an absolutely stunning day! The staff were aloof and unwelcoming (apart from the barman and manager) We had a 25 minute wait for drinks for the order to be wrong!

Absolutely brilliant experience at 20 stories, lovely food , lovely atmosphere. Our server Rachid was fantastic, perfect server and such a kind and friendly attitude - made our experience 20x better! Would recommend

We had drinks only and a notice said 'no table service' where we were sitting. So why a 13.5% service charge? We went to the bar to order and collect our own drinks. Rip-off, with details hidden at the bottom of the receipt, and not flagged up until paid. £49.66 for two (small) beers, one cocktail and one G&T. Nice place, but needs to be fair with customers.

Me and my partner came for a birthday celebration here a few days ago and loved the entire experience, until the end of it. We ordered our food and wine and then asked for the bill to see a £40 service charge. As we work in a hotel and restaurant ourselves, we always tip wherever we go, however this was a large amount of money for only doing the basic level of service for a 4 star restaurant. As this isn’t compulsory, we asked to remove the service charge and give a cash tip instead. Again, from experience, we prefer cash tips over card tips for a handful of reasons. The woman then paused for a moment as in in disbelief and disgust and said ‘yes you can if you want’. Once she had taken payment, she walked over to our server and both shook their heads at each other. Service charge is not compulsory. The two staff who had been serving us had expected a tip, which shouldn’t be how it is at all. Because of their reaction, this made us feel uncomfortable as we were no longer treated as customers and were ignored there after. In addition to this, our main server Kumar was very pushy when it came to ordering. He gave us suggestions which we decided to not take as we wanted something else. When we ordered (from a different person), he came over and asked why we did not order the special that day. We replied because we wanted what we ordered and pulled his face and walked away. In addition to this, we were given dessert menus and when we told him we weren’t going to order any desserts as we didn’t want any of the choices, he smirked at us, and took the menus away in a disgusted manner as if we needed to order desserts and we had done wrong by not ordering. This entire experience excused by the two staff members, was amazing and met our expectations to a tee. The two staff members, Kumar and unfortunately i didn’t get her name (but i could point her out), put a bit of a downer on the experience as they EXPECTED a tip and service charge, which is rude and cheeky. We were going to leave a cash tip however after this last interaction, we left it as this behaviour cannot be rewarded.

Lovely afternoon, food was delicious, service was excellent and the views of the city are great. Will definitely be returning

Rachid has been an excellent host.. made us feel so welcome and his service was impeccable.. such a friendly person. An asset to your establishment.

Stunning Venue and great staff. Food and drink’s grossly overpriced. If I’m being g kind I would say the food is basic, dull and bland. Thank you Rachid for your great service. Shame the food wasn’t to the same standard as service and views

We only had drinks as we had an anniversary dinner elsewhere however this place is spectacular! The views and vibe was immaculate. The bar staff made me a mojito even though it wasnt on the menu! It was highly appreciated. Drinks are definitely on the pricier side as we paid £35 for two cocktails however it is one of those rare places!

Brought my mum here for a meal on Mother’s Day. We had a lovely waiter named Kumar, he was very friendly, helpful and attentive. He recommended a nice wine to go with our food and was always around in case we needed anything extra. Atmosphere and service were great, I’d have preferred a bit more flavour on the food but that’s my preference.

Absolutely amazing place. Food fab, service 2nd to none. Food not really expensive but add ons can add up. Careful if you dont like heights. It really is 20 stories up !!

This place was incredible. Went for my anniversary and the food was top quality. The service was impeccable. The waiter was honestly the best waiter I've had in a restaurant. Plus you just can't beat the view!

So great drinks and far better views. Now the drinks are expensive. But of course they are and it says that on the drinks menu. So fine. But the drinks menus has some beige patters at the bottom of the menu. Almost the same colour as the menu. Except they are not patterns. They are warnings such as health warnings and allergy warnings. They are utterly impossible to read. Even with a phone torch directly above, nobody in my party could actually see words let alone read them. Maybe the reason for this is that they include a 13.5% service charge for drinks ordered at the bar, and drunk standing up at the bar. Why would the terms and conditions not be in the same colour ink as the items for sale. Hmmm I wonder. So in order to hide this hidden charge which they don’t tell you about and simply charge you for. And which even on the itemised invoice I was forced to ask for, was not actually explained. They put at risk people with health conditions in order to con their customers. Bloody awful. Horrible management.

lovely service amazing food definitely worth every penny

Ate here today as a family of four, one with coeliac disease. We didn’t book, we took a gamble and turned up on Mother’s Day hoping they’d be able to get us in, and we weren’t disappointed. Florin looked after us, and his service and attention to detail was fantastic. Please pass on our thanks to him as he was great with us especially our daughter who has dietary needs. He put us all at ease and she ate safely without issue or worry. Can’t wait to return, hopefully when it’s not as windy outside!

Cold coffee.. dirty table.. scruffy

Very nice place, food was lovley but not too posh that have to have chips on the way home.

Had a wonderful evening. Dipesh provided amazing service.

We were looking forward to visiting here but after great expectations we left feeling underwhelmed. Firstly it’s a great setting. Great views overlooking the city on a sunny day. Nice attentive service which is what you expect. The food was mediocre at best. We were dining on a set 3 course menu and opted for soup and black pudding as the starters which were nice. We both had the chicken for main which was very poor. Very little meat, a lot of bone and slightly pink. The deserts again were nice. We had a voucher which we had been given for a birthday but when the bill came they add everything up, add on a service charge of 13.5%, add a donation to charity and then knock off your voucher total. So with a voucher for a free meal the bill came to around £70. Expensive, overpriced for the quality of food and we left disappointed. Would we return, not a chance. So many better restaurants around Manchester at a lot better value.

Location is great, amazing views and nice restaurant. Food was very disappointing, we were gifted a voucher for a lunch set menu, rabbit starter was nice but it had a few bones and gristle in. The chicken I had for main was very bland and dry, dessert was very average. Sides are expensive for what they are, as are the drinks. They also add on a 13.5% service charge. Glad to have experienced it, but wouldn't go back.

It's lovely, if you want to watch the sunset.

The place is elegant and quiet The food is clean I recommend it

This restaurant (as the name signifies) is on the 20th floor of a building in Manchester City centre. The views of the city and surrounding area are excellent from the restaurant. We had a fixed menu which I understand is changed monthly. The food was very good indeed and portions were generous. The prices for a city centre restaurant of this type, were very fair. There were good gaps between the courses. We were looked after by Nancy who was professional and attentive. I would recommend 20 Stories and will visit again.

We had been gifted a lunch experience for 20 Stories and the booking process was very easy. We arrived about 15 mins early for our 1pm booking and were asked to sit in the reception of the adjoining building as they had a private event. The concierge came to find us at 1pm to let us know we could go to the restaurant. Only 1 lift took you straight to the restaurant and the views over Manchester were very impressive on a fine day. The staff were very friendly and we were provided with a dedicated lunch menu for our experience. The pace of the meal and the food itself were just simply perfect. Portion size was generous. We were able to wander around d the venue to take pictures from all angles and noted that some people had gone up for a drink and the view. We paid for additional items from the menu and service charges were applied to the final bill. Highly recommend and Nancy our server was friendly and professional.

I recently visited 20 Stories, and I was thoroughly impressed! From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The staff were attentive. They went above and beyond with little touches (such as a birthday treat) that really demonstrates they care about their guests. The food was equally impressive. Every dish was beautifully prepared and tasted great. Overall, I highly recommend 20 Stories for anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience. Thank you so much to Jie and Rachid for looking after us!!

Drinks only but very great place.

You obviously go for the view, but the atmosphere was much more relaxed and casual than I was expecting, in a good way!

I had the pleasure of dining at 20 stories in Manchester with some old pals, and it was excellent. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with stylish decor and a lively yet relaxed ambiance. And what an amazing view! The service was impeccable – attentive without being intrusive, and the staff were knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations. Florian looked after us well. The food was beautifully presented and really tasty. The drinks menu was equally impressive, with a fantastic selection of wines and expertly crafted cocktails. Overall, 20 stories is an excellent place to go - will definitely be back!

Had a virgin experience at 20 stories. Menu wasn't good and very expensive if you added sides £6 for any side. Food was cooked well . Server was covering atleast 10 tables so had to wait for any service . Overall lovely venue but wouldn't go back for food experience

I highly rate this bar / restaurant, the whole place is a vibe with amazing views of Manchester. The cocktails are delicious and strong too, we didn’t eat here but will definitely visit again to dine. I can only imagine a night out here with friends would be so fun too.

20 Stories is a must visit when in Manchester! Absolutely stunning views of the skyline & the vibes are unmatched. Shoutout to the amazing lady that served us! Unfortunately I didn’t manage to catch her name but she was so warm, friendly & attentive offering great recommendations & making sure we were comfortable all throughout. She really made the experience extra special! I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable experience in Manchester. Great drinks, fantastic service & stunning views!