20 Stories is a modern british restaurant in Spinningfields, Manchester. Rated 4.3 stars from 5013 Google reviews. Known for service that actually remembers your name and rooftop views and terrace seating. Best for date night and group celebration. Price range: £££.
Rankings updated April 2026
20 Stories
Quick Verdict
Yes, if you're marking something or want the view with competent service. No, if you're after food that justifies the price alone.
You want rooftop views, attentive service by name, and don't mind paying for the setting.
About 20 Stories
20 Stories is a 20th-floor Modern British restaurant in Spinningfields with views that dominate the room. You're paying for the height, the cocktails, and service that reviewers won't shut up about — Kumar, Robert, Takuma, Aileen, Merci all get named individually in the reviews, which almost never happens. The food lands well (reviewers mention it consistently), but it's the staff attention that separates this from other Manchester rooftop plays. Afternoon tea with Prosecco on the terrace, private rooms for celebrations, cocktails at sunset — that's the actual offer here. The crowd is mixed: tourists, groups, couples marking occasions. You'll find a full bar, wine list, and a menu that shifts between brunch, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required most nights and recommended even for lunch.
What Stands Out
Service that actually remembers your name
Five separate reviews name individual staff members (Kumar, Robert, Takuma, Aileen, Merci) and praise their attentiveness. One reviewer: 'Takuma. Very attentive, checking in regularly even in a busy bar.' Another: 'Robert's service was great and we had a top evening.'
Rooftop views and terrace seating
Reviewers describe 'the strongest view of Manchester from the 20th floor' and multiple mentions of the terrace. One visitor: 'Visiting from Liverpool, the lovely Takume served us beautiful drinks on the terrace. Wonderful experience.'
Works for occasions (afternoon tea, celebrations, private events)
Reviews mention afternoon tea with Prosecco reception, staff celebration with private room service, and birthday celebrations. One group: 'We had afternoon tea with a Prosecco reception on the terrace followed by food served in a private room. The service from our waiter, Robert, was exceptional.'
What Customers Say
Food was good, service amazing.Kumar had excellent service and good overall atmosphere.
The venue is lovely and definately worth a visit, even just for a cocktail, to enjoy the views.
We had afternoon tea with a Prosecco reception on the terrace followed by food served in a private room.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 20 Stories
Yes. Reservations are required for dinner and lunch, and recommended for brunch. Weekend waits happen if you walk in without booking.
You're on the 20th floor overlooking Manchester with terrace seating. Reviewers call it 'the strongest view of Manchester from the 20th floor' and mention it's worth visiting 'even just for a cocktail' to see it.
Yes. Reviews describe afternoon tea celebrations with Prosecco, birthday dinners, and staff parties in private rooms. Service staff are consistently praised for making occasions feel cared for.
Afternoon tea with Prosecco is mentioned specifically in reviews. The Modern British menu shifts by meal period (breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner available). Check 20stories.co.uk/menus for current offerings.
Yes. Paid parking garage, paid parking lot, and paid street parking available in Spinningfields.
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