August Bank Holiday - Peter Street Kitchen:
- Monday 31st August: Breakfast - 7:30am - 11:00am
Dinner: Closed
- Monday 31st August: Breakfast - 7:30am - 11:00am
August Bank Holiday - The Library Champagne Bar:
- Monday 31st August: Afternoon Tea: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
TripAdvisor traveler rating
(224 reviews)Ranked
#17
of 3476 restaurants
in Manchester
#17
of 3476 restaurants
in Manchester
Amazing2026-07-29
2026-07-29The bartender Salvatore was absolutely amazing, made a custom made mocktail which tastes absolutely amazing and just in general he’s amazing, his team were very welcoming also.
Mb MThe best champagne afternoon tea in Manchester
Welcome to a secluded setting surrounded by beautiful books and original art in the heart of Manchester. Somewhere to relax and sip Champagne; enjoy charcuterie, artisan cheese and à la carte classics, or a place to savour one of Manchester's best afternoon teas, freshly prepared in-house by The Library's pâtissiers.
The Library has also curated a collection of cocktails on the subjects of art, fashion and culture inspired by the handbound books of Assouline, the iconic French publishing house.
This season, our pâtissiers have written their own chapter: Ashish Wagh was crowned champion of Bake Off: The Professionals, Series 11.
On-site Bar · Cocktails · Small Plates · Reservations Accepted · Walk-in Available
The Library Champagne Bar
(224 reviews)
Bar -
Friday to Monday 10:30 am - 11:30 pm
Tuesday to Thursday 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
Food Service -
Tuesday to Saturday 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
*Last orders at 4:00pm
Sunday to Monday 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm
*Last orders at 10:00pm
Afternoon tea -
Thursday to Sunday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stirring Up Some Love in Manchester
We’re spreading the love this year with an exclusive Pride cocktail, crafted by our talented mixologists at Peter Street Kitchen. Sip on a bright and fruity melody of Belvedere vodka, Kwai Feh Lychee liqueur, Mio Sake and Yuzu foam, before immersing yourself in the most colourful weekend Manchester has to offer this year.
Available from Friday 28th - Monday 31st August
Tea for Two, Sparkling Wine on Us
at The Library Champagne Bar
The Library Champagne Bar knows that the best afternoons come with bubbles. Now, Afternoon Tea includes complimentary Gusbourne English sparkling wine - Champagne’s cooler cousin.
Step inside and experience the classics done properly: handcrafted finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and preserves, and a selection of patisserie made fresh in-house. It's all served beneath shelves of hand-bound books and original art curated with French publisher Assouline, in one of Manchester's most distinctive settings.
Half a bottle of Gusbourne per person included - available for groups of 2-8, available Thursday to Sunday until 10th September. Terms and conditions apply.