Ресторан · Manchester · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 4716 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
Address: 1 York St, Greater, Manchester M2 2AW, United Kingdom
British brasserie in a grand former bank
Browns Brasserie & Bar occupies one of Manchester’s most beautiful rooms, on King Street in a grand 1902 building by Charles Heathcote. Once a bank, its Edwardian baroque architecture and art nouveau details — high ceilings, marble, wood panelling and wrought ironwork — are retained with a modern touch, for an elegant, historic setting.
What to order
Browns has served trademark favourites since 1973, with daily specials and market-fresh fish. Contemporary British brasserie cooking includes cod, chicken schnitzels and duck parfait, with profiteroles and sticky toffee pudding to finish.
Who it’s for
The elegant, historic room suits special occasions, celebrations and smart meals, while the all-day format also works for brunch or afternoon tea.
Questions and answers
What food does it serve? Contemporary British brasserie classics, plus daily specials and fresh fish.
What to order? Cod, chicken schnitzels or duck parfait, with sticky toffee pudding.
What makes the interior special? A grand former bank from 1902, with marble and art nouveau details.
Where is it? On King Street, in central Manchester.
Website and social:
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Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 10:00–00:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–00:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–22:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
Data is refreshed monthly. Sources: manchesterka.com and editorial picks based on reviews.
Hi, we stopped in for breakfast today. Having seen this wonderful building online, we weren't disappointed by our visit. A truly stunning building and restaurant. Wonderful atmosphere with beautiful calm music. Our dishe…
For breakfast I ordered the French toast with strawberries and cream, and it was incredibly tasty – the sweetness was perfectly balanced, not heavy at all. The service was wonderful and very attentive – our waitress, Kim…
In the very heart of Manchester, in a wonderfully restored building. An elite brasserie. The food is refined and very tasty. The service (Heidi) was attentive and friendly. We had a wonderful dinner. You can feel the atm…
On Sunday we had lunch here, having booked a table. Beforehand they emailed us to say they had a limited menu due to delivery issues, but we went anyway. Around 1pm there weren't many people, and the service was fine. To…
Food was good, but just good. They didn't have the 'trio of roasts' unfortunately, so I ordered the pork belly and was disappointed with the portion size. £80 for the chateaubriand – I'd have expected more. Also the seaf…