Bars · Manchester
Shack Manchester is a relaxed bar and restaurant where families can settle into burgers and steaks, with outdoor seating for when you'd rather be in the fresh air. At ££ it's an easygoing spot for a casual meal together, and a 4.1 rating across more than a thousand reviews speaks to how reliable it is.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
A relaxed Manchester cafe-bar with high chairs, outdoor seating and vegan options for an easy family meal.
Indian in Manchester — 4.7★ (2,198 Google reviews).
Easygoing Manchester pub serving food from breakfast on, with outdoor seating and a 4.5 rating from nearly 2,500 visitors.