The Library curated by Assouline in Manchester

Came here for afternoon tea while visiting from the US. We had never had afternoon tea before and the staff was very friendly, and helped us choose which teas we might enjoy. They were not wrong. The food was delicious too. I honestly have never really enjoyed scones, but these were delicious. Then again, I'm from the US, so maybe I'd just never had proper scones before. Either way the staff was wonderful, and we thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon tea.

Visited for my birthday as we just wanted some fizz in a relaxed environment. Drinks were great, staff were fab, and it really was a lovely place to meet friends for a few hours before dinner. REVIEW UPDATE (03/11/2024): Response from the venue clearly suggests either AI is writing "thank you for your response" or the employee accidentally copy and pasted the wrong stock response. To suggest next time I should visit the venue the review was about, before I have dinner in the place I never ate at, makes me a little bit worried... I'm still keeping the 5-star review, as drinks in The Library Champagne Bar were fab... as for Peter Street Kitchen, no idea; I've never been there.

The place was great and Kay was an outstanding bartender and a huge help with our group. We will definitely come back. Thank you Kay!

Kay was fantastic!!! Great service at the bar. We were here for a business event and Kay did an excellent job of maintaining our entire group!!

We went to The Library Champagne Bar for a quick drink and Salva the bartender was really helpful and offered to make us a drink off the menu and really tailored to our experience and set the scene for the whole evening.

Excellent service from staff, especially Salva who made us feel very welcome and made our visit very enjoyable. Will definitely come back here.

Salva served me some great drinks and was a great host for the evening, gave me a great down low of all of the Japanese whiskeys

Loved it … Salva sorted us out… great venue … and he provided lots of entertainment juggling the bottles as he made his cocktails 👍

An amazing night!!! Last Thursday celebrated my daughter’s wedding evening reception in the Champagne, Library Bar. Tasha, Aaron & our guests had a wonderful night. The warm, comfortable set up, delicious well presented canapés, superb cocktails, fabulous service from the bar, service & kitchen teams was excellent. Special thanks to Anastasia & James for their attentive & friendly hospitality, from the initial enquiry, menu tasting & on the”big night”. Outstanding 5* I have received many beautiful comments & thanks from my guests. A perfect day. Tasha & Aaron enjoyed every minute. Thank you once again.❤️🌟

Went for Afternoon Tea for Father's Day and boy did it not disappoint. 5* service and food. The selection of sandwiches and cakes were amazing. The staff were amazingly attentive and always made sure you had everything upu needed. The look and feel of the room was great, felt very cosy and welcoming. I highly recommend coming here for the Afternoon Tea.

Me and my wife came in for afternoon tea on my birthday. When arriving it was more posh than I am usually used to. However, the staff and service made us both welcome and relaxed. The service and food was exceptional. I rarely post reviews but its important to acknowledge excellent service.

We had a few drinks in the bar and Mo was the waiter who served us. He was really service minded, polite and observant. The bar is lucky to have him as an employee

We had a lovely experience . We were served by Finza and Katrina and they were very nice and friendly . We look forward to returning .

Mollie, Julien and Finneas took good care of my daughter and me for a lovely English Afternoon Tea. It was a a highlight of our trip to Manchester.

A lovely, luxurious afternoon tea. The staff were very warm and attentive. They have a really talented pastry kitchen, the afternoon tea itself was very impressive. Beautiful ambience, very comfortable. They have the largest seleciton of Assouline books I've ever seen in one place.

Went for afternoon tea with a friend, the food was amazing. Congratulations to the chef. However the whole afternoon was let down by the service. We bought a bottle of Moet which was put away from us in a cooler and someone said they will check on us and fill our glasses regularly. That was the last we saw of them. I got up and ask someone to fill our glasses which they did, they disappeared again so my friend got up and filled our glasses and then later I had to get up to do it!!! Couldn’t even bring it near to us as it was in a heavy container on a stand. We then had to ask someone to clear our plates followed later by having to get up again and ask for our bill. Amazingly they had added a discretionary service charge which I refused to pay. The service was a real let down and ruined our afternoon. Choose this place over so many others and wished I hadn’t done. 😩

Visited for an afternoon tea, which was a mixed bag. All the food was delicious and it offered a large collection of different treats. When considering only the food, the place was amazing. However, tea was awful. It was brewed totally wrongly, like most British places seem to do. Don't let the menu fool you. They might have good leaves, but if brewed badly it doesn't help at all. A green jasmine tea was bitter as hell. Almost undrinkable. Also, service was otherwise friendly, but I had to wait ages for the bill. They had also added a 'discretionary service charge' to the bill, without prior warning or mention in the menu. Also, they charged a fortune for still water (price not in the menu, of course). I felt like I was scammed. I left disappointed despite enjoying the treats themselves.

We had a champagne afternoon tea here, we arrived early and the staff were accommodating of that. The food is all of a high standard. Staff are all really friendly however they do feel a little unorganised and perhaps not as attentive as you would expect. Nevertheless we would return for another afternoon tea for sure.

A lovely afternoon tea. Highly recommend for a luxurious experience. The staff went above and beyond to make my birthday celebrations special.

Lovely place to have drinks... The bar team were great! Especially Rhian who really looked after us :-) thank you for a lovely time, we'll be back!

The atmosphere in this bar and restaurant is stunning, there is a calm and sophisticated vibe and I love the drink options. Staff are very attentive and friendly. I would recommend to anyone who would love to visit someone who would need a break away. Kobi had great customer service and helped me pick a delightful cocktail.

Great customer service and very friendly from Kobi. Drinks tasted lovely too!! 🥂 would definitely recommend to friends and family.

Honestly, I’ve been to many bars and many restaurants, nothing like customer service the way Kolbi does it! Very polite, very friendly, will carry on a conversation l, ladies you’re lucky!

We had the lovliest time at the champagne bar! Kobi was so lovely and gave us great recommendations when we were trying to find the perfect drink! Looking forward to coming over again!

Amazing bar and fantastic service from Kobi, he gave us great recommendations on what else to do around Manchester! We’ll definitely be back!

Kobi is the man. Highly recommend relaxing by the bar and chatting football with Kobi. Kobi is very knowledgeable when it come to making and serving speciality drinks.

Kobe was wonderful! Best bartender in all of the UK. He’s the best, we loved Kobe! He made our evening fun and eventful. Thank you.

Went for a glass of champagne before the ballet last night 20/1/2024 we were lucky enough to be served by Rhian who was so welcoming and really lovely which made our experience in the library very special

The Afternoon Tea is great fun, sparkling wine was good and the sandwiches, scones and cakes are absolutely amazing. The cakes are some of the best I’ve had, so light and the match of flavours are amazing, not too sweet.

Lovely food and drink. Superb staff. I take away a point for some of the music choices. It at times sounded like generic hectic pop. To me this bar is classy and a place to savour a full sensory experience. Perhaps cliché, but classic big band jazz might work? Oh, please folks, take a moment to observe the delightful French bartender. There's something mesmerising about watching him work. His dexterity and grace are wonderful to behold, and some of his movements remind of a performing magician or similar.

Had afternoon tea. Been to few in the city centre, this was by far the best. And unlimited tea, coffee, hot chocolate. Would definitely go back. Out waitress Stefania was very attentive

We had afternoon tea in this lovely spot and it was exactly what we were looking for as Americans traveling to Manchester.

John was an amazing one , and he can speak our language we were so surprised, really one of the best ever , wine was great and the vibes were amazing 😊we were so happy to visit and the hospitality was amazing

Great drinks! Lenny was so nice and welcoming! Had the rosé and the secret. Truffle popcorn was also really good. Will be back!

Tom and Jon gave excellent service , very friendly and caring. The only reason it’s not excellent is that the service was a bit slow

Me and my partner went to the Edwardian, hoping to have a quick drink and we ended staying for more than an hr. The drinks and the truffle popcorn were very nice but the staff made our stop feel more like an experience.Jon and his cocktail knowledge was fantastic. We would like to thank Lenny for his hospitality’s and warmth. A little hidden gem. Highly recommended the allure cocktail.

Nice hotel bar. Friendly staff, good range of drinks.

Just got back from having afternoon tea to celebrate my mum's birthday, we all enjoyed it. The sandwiches were made with different types of bread (sour cherry, rosemary and potato), buttermilk and apricot scones (lovely and fresh) and an assortment of lovely cakes. There's an assortment of teas to choose from so you're definitely spoilt for choice. The staff were excellent and very attentive, you couldn't ask for more. We will definitely be coming back here 😃🍰

We went for the classic afternoon tea. We usually don't like the top dessert layer but this was the best one we ever had. The food was fresh. Scones just out of the over. The service was attentive but not overbearing which is the perfect balance. I would recommend it to try the alcoholic drinks too they had a great collection. Not many tea options but the ones we tried were very good quality with nice taste. A place we would definately re visit when they change the menu.

We have just had an amazing dining experience at The Library. The food was delicious, the service efficient and a special mention for Edoardo who was very attentive and made sure with my food allergies were accommodated. We will definitely be returning!

This was a first visit to The Library and seemed an g a concert at Bridgewater Hall. Unfortunately it was a very disappointing experience. The customer service was of a very poor standard. We visited for drinks and waited more than 30 mins for a drinks menu - none were available on tables or bar. Other customers received table service for bar menus and drinks delivery but after a further delay of 15 minutes I went to the bar to order as nobody came to take my order. I wasnt offered a tray or assistance to carry 4 drinks back to my table. I am more than happy to serve myself if everyone else is doing the same however this was not the case. Good customer service means treating all of your customers to the same high standard - unfortunately this was not my experience and would make me very reluctant to return.

We had afternoon tea as a group of 10 at the library on Saturday afternoon. The room was lovely, the choice and quality of food was fabulous (we had both vegetarian and traditional afternoon teas) and the service was excellent thanks to Javan We would...

Booked afternoon tea at The library Edwardian hotel Manchester and it was like being at Grimsby docks, the smell from the food being served in the same room where I was having afternoon tea was appalling, for me afternoon tea should be served in a...

Delicious wines and food. Stopped by for quick lunch with a friend after spa and we both didn’t want to leave.

Lovely bar. We stayed overnight and were well looked after by Max. Superb service and a great atmosphere. It was a while ago now, however, I've only just found the trip advisor card and really wanted to write this review. Thanks for looking after us...

The gentleman behind the bar couldnt have done enough to help when I asked for a certain type of wine! He went out of his way and even added little bits of fruit to make it sweeter :) Amazing service

Excellent service, amazing staff so friendly. Definitely recommend this bar and hotel!

Plenty of food: 5 types of finger sandwich (silverside was the best); two scones; 4 well-made cakes. Overall pretty filling though lacking a "wow" factor to be honest.

A big surprise birthday tea from the family during my trip in UK. What a beautiful and wonderful place that has been selected ~ The Library curated by Assouline in Manchester. Good foods and drinks, as well as the best serve ever present by Mr...

Came to get a coffee and do some work yesterday. Very friendly bar staff who were all very helpful. Great vibe all around!

Took a booking via a third party site and then cancelled it a few days later, saying the availability I was shown was 'in error'. Now struggling to get a new booking elsewhere because things have filled up in the meantime. I understand there's a degree of complexity in interfacing with external platforms (I research this for a living) but it's disappointing nonetheless. If you can't ensure reliable data sharing then keep your operations in house.

My partner and I came for one night for valentines weekend as we had a concert in the city. The hotel, amenities, staff and the rooms were fabulous, I really can’t find any fault. One of the best short hotel stays we’ve had. The Library...

Despite clearly being short staffed, (as all hospitality seems to be at present) we were treated to a fantastic afternoon tea here. It was busy which speaks volumes for the quality, Having had afternoon tea in this hotel several times before, it will definitely not...

The Library is a more intimate restaurant in the Edwardian Radisson Hotel rather than the main Peters kitchen. The atmosphere and food is very good, they had some very nice cocktails too. This was served with excellent service with individual attention from Javan on the...

Afternoon tea was really tasty and really enjoyed the food. Unfortunately the service was not up to standard, it got better towards the end of our afternoon tea. Everything was very slow and we had to ask for things a few times. We arrived early...

Lovely place food a amazing, Good location Excellent service, staff made us feel very welcomed Highly recommend the steak

We were staying at the Edwardian Raddison for two nights and came to this bar both nights. The Library is beautiful and the chilled out vibes were right up our street. Adam, the bartender, made some beautiful cocktails and really made our stay memorable. As...

Had a gorgeous afternoon tea with Prosecco. Staff are welcoming and friendly and the surroundings are very stylish and comfortable. Lots of variety of food and all freshly made. Highly recommended.

Initially parked next to the lit up sign over afternoon tea booking. Place was largely empty. Requested a seat nearer the window and was advised these are only for afternoon tea customers, which I confirmed we were. Service was a little elusive and also apologetic...

The library is nice clean and the staff are always out for I do recommend this place

I had an afternoon tea with my husband after our spa day for our anniversary at the hotel which was gorgeous!, I have had quite a few different afternoon teas and its actually up there with one of the best ones I have had, highly...

My son, husband, male friend and I went to the Library Bar belonging to The Edwardian on the 22nd of Feb. Ordered a little light food and some drinks. Everything was fine until my friend went to the restroom. My husband and I noticed the...

A good spot for an informal light meal in nicely designed surroundings. Very attentive waiters (we were looked after by Kai) and delicious food and cocktails. Highly recommended.

This is a small reastaurant in the Edwardian Radisson hotel. We had a business lunch there which was of really high quality and the service was good too. The menu is very limited but that worked for us.

Tucked myself away in here during my stay at the hotel, found it to be a great space to get a coffee and catch up on some reading. Loved the decor and the menu looked nice as well. The two staff I spoke to were...

Utterly stunning afternoon tea. From the first bite to the last it was amazing. I would recommend it highly. The venue is gorgeous too.

Lovely peaceful ambience with a great bar. Most people booked for afternoon tea, but we had a Risotto and fish and chips - very well presented and good value. Not massive portions, enough for lunch without over facing you. Lovely staff, very friendly and attentive....

From arriving my Mum and I were made to feel welcome and relaxed. The afternoon tea was amazing, a cake lovers dream with far too much to eat in one sitting, so the offer of a box to take home was much appreciated! We were...

The Library in the corner of the hotel seems a world away both from the busy Manchester streets and it's old incarnation as the Free Trade Hall. Calm, oasis like with knowledgeable and helpful staff. An interesting square take on the usual cake stand too....

A lovely ambiance, in the quiet and peaceful library. The staff could not have been more attentive or polite. The waiter advised us of the unlimited teas/coffees available and refilled our cups without even being asked to do so! As this was a birthday treat,...

Spending the night at the splendid Radisson Edwardian Manchester for a bit of RnR! The Library is superb the cocktails are fantastic love the names and stories behind each one. The service was spot on and ambience delightful with the pianist adding to the beautiful...

My daughter and I had a wonderful afternoon tea in the library restaurant, service and food is great,thanks to all the staff for the wonderful time we had in your restaurant. I can't wait to come back with my husband. Highly recommended

Food was amazing so tasty and the service was great when we visited. We will definitely be back for sure.

Cakes were unreal and service was excellent. The best afternoon tea I have ever had will definitely be back for more

Amazing afternoon tea served at the library by assouline. Lovely setting and great food! The staff were friendly and attentive

The best afternoon tea in the town. It was an amazing experience, we really enjoyed. My favorite was the scone, the chicken and the beef sandwich and the black forest cake with the brandy. The staff was so professional and friendly, many thanks to Salim...

Went for a lovely afternoon tea with my brother, sandwiches and scones were lovely although the sandwiches could personally be abit more seasoned, cakes/pastries were SO GOOD, the service was perfect, very nice staff, we had Rasmi serving us for the most of our time...

Where to start? Setting is ok. Radisson is usually nice and we’ve eaten in the main restaurant before which is good. Room is nice. Loved the piano player, great choice of music. He spoke to diners and seemed a really nice chap. Afternoon tea shocking...