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                | Alfresco  Restaurants in Manchester |  
                | For a city not exactly celebrated for it's great weather, there are plenty of restaurants in Manchester offering outdoor seating.  
 From beer gardens and barbeques, suntraps and terraces, to patios and pavement seating,  we've rounded up all the best al fresco restaurants in Manchester. 
 Obviously, the summer months of June, July and August are very popular with outdoor dining in Manchester, however there are just as many rainy days per month from April to September with temperatures often pleasant enough to enjoy a meal at a restaurant by the side of the canal or in a bustling square. 
 Below we've listed all the best  restaurants with outdoor seating in Manchester. Most welcome walk-in diners, however it advisable to book ahead to avoid disappointment.
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                        Manchester’s  stunning Piccolino Caffe Grande sits on clarence street facing the town  hall A fittingly  impressive location for this elegant restaurantExplore Italian classics prepared to  perfection, stunning desserts, unique wines and moreBoasting an open kitchen,  cocktail bar, private dining room and a large alfresco terraceChic  catch-up lunches to grand celebrations, big-city corporate dining & unforgettable date nightsPerfect pre-theatre venue, as ideally located close to the Palace Theatre,  Opera House, Albert Hall, Manchester Central and Bridgewater HallExtensive vegetarian, steak and seafood options |  
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                        Step into a world of delight at Menagerie RestaurantEnjoy A La Carte dining, Bottomless Brunch & Afternoon Tea 7 days a weekMenagerie weekends unveil an immersive dining experience like no otherWorld-class performers come to life, and they set the stage for unforgettable memoriesPrivate Events  SpacesAt Menagerie, every visit is unique, sip, savour and enjoy!  |  
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                        Situated  on the 19th floor of No.1 Spinningfields, next door to the Opera HouseGlamorous rooftop restaurant, cocktail bar and expansive  terraceUnparalleled 360-degree views of the Manchester skylineMike Jennings appointed Executive Head Chef February 2020Menu offers the best of the North WestIngredients sourced no more  than 50 miles from outside ManchesterSmart dress code  |  
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                        Relish the all-American  experience The largest Hard Rock in the UK, situated in The PrintworksAn awe-inspiring collection of authentic one-of-a-kind music  memorabilia on showEnjoy freshly prepared American classics like their world-famous Legendary® Burgers, smokehouse specialities & Mouth-watering dessertsQuench your thirst at the bar, with authentic cocktails, a great draught selection, and incredible Happy Hour offerings |  
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                        Popular all over Europe, this was the first UK restaurant outside of London from the quality Italian restaurant chain, which started in Germany in 2002400 cover restaurant spanning two floors of the Corn ExchangeSelf-service style gives you face-to-face interaction with the chefsFreshly made pizza dough, pasta and salads are prepared in front of you, exactly as you specifyChoose your favourite kind of pasta, including zucchini noodlesBoasts a 100-year-old olive tree and fresh live herbs on the tablesMany Vegetarian and gluten free  optionsNext to The Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Arena |  
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                        Independent restaurant in the heart of the Northern QuarterOverlooking the iconic old Smithfield Fish Market gateAccomplished Mancunian chef Anthony Fielden uses   only the finest seasonal British ingredients 'Gutsy  and thought-provoking' British dishes Steaks sourced from the nearby Forest of Bowland, alongside Goosnargh chicken and duckNamed runner up for the "Best Sunday Lunch" in the Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2018 |  
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                        The popular upmarket Japanese ramen bar's first branch outside of LondonIntimate restaurant at Piccadilly Gardens with communal diningAuthentic Hakata cuisine, specialising in the signature Hakata Tonkotsu RamenWide choice of Shoryu buns, Testunabe gyozas,  tempura, sashimi, and yakitori dishesGekkeikan Royal Warrant Sake amongst many other Japanese wines, shochus and sakes Head Chef comes from a Michelin Star background in Japan |  
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                        A Manchester food and drink institution since 2004, located in the  historic area of Castlefield, Albert’s Shed is nestled next to the iconic Dukes  92 bar. |  |  |  
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                        Bill’s ethos of fresh and seasonal food is at the heart of everything they do |  |  |  
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                        Drop into Brasserie Abode Manchester day or night for a relaxed, bistro-style dining experience in chic surroundings. |  |  |  
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                        One of the most famous outdoor bars in Manchester. Offering classic, seasonal  dishes, handpicked wines and beers, stunning cocktails |  |  |  
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                        The Fountain House offers a traditional pub experience in the heart of Manchester offering fresh seasonal food over 3 floors. |  |  |  
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