As January passes slowly by, treating yourself to a delicious meal out could be an ideal way to avoid succumbing to the winter blues.
With many people hunkering down after an expensive Christmas, lots of pubs and restaurants offer some great deals to tempt diners out to eat.
Read on for 10 tasty January deals you won’t want to miss.
1. Enjoy a fine steak that’s good for you (and your wallet) at Hawksmoor
Manchester and Liverpool both sport a Hawksmoor restaurant and steak lovers will not be disappointed.
One glance at a Hawksmoor menu and you’ll soon see that the food served revolves around the best ingredients. From grass-fed traditionally reared cattle to sustainable seafood and seasonal vegetables, the Hawksmoor team are serious about steak, and don’t scrimp on the all-important sides either.
Throughout January, Hawksmoor in Spinningfields, Manchester are offering a protein-packed rump steak and one of five sides for £19.50. Head to the website to make your reservation today.
Meanwhile, in Liverpool, the same “rump and a side” offer is available for just £15. Again, visit the website to make your booking.
2. Pay what you feel at Tariff and Dale
Discover Tariff and Dale, an industrial-style bar and restaurant in Manchester’s Northern Quarter. Touting some great online reviews, January could be the perfect time to visit.
Eat from the Winter menu and, at the end of the meal, “pay what you feel”.
Available Monday to Friday from 5 pm throughout the month, pay what you think the meal was worth. A bold move from a highly rated establishment that shows confidence in both their team, and the food they serve.
The menu offers a tempting array of small bites and pizzas, and hearty mains such as slow-cooked belly pork, sausage and mash, and fish pie, as well a strong variety of gluten-free and vegan options.
Offer is only available when you book in advance so pull up your diary, call your friends, and secure your table today.
If you run out of time to visit in January, pop along on any Thursday throughout the year and indulge in the popular “No-Strings Pizza” deal, which happens between 5 pm and 8 pm every Thursday.
Enjoy sourdough pizza from their wood-fired oven with literally no strings attached – no need to pay, no need to buy a certain drink, and no need to leave any personal details.
More details can be found on the Tariff and Dale website, or give them a call on 0161 710 2233.
3. Settle in for some good old-fashioned comfort food at The Lead Station, with a healthy 50% off
Run by the same group in charge of Tariff and Dale, The Lead Station is an institution in Chorlton and has been going for well over 25 years.
Running for the whole of January, dine Monday to Friday between 4.30 pm and 7 pm and enjoy 50% off your food bill.
The tasty winter menu includes shepherd’s pie, steak and triple-cooked chips, Goan fish curry, and wild mushroom and artichoke risotto.
Applies to online bookings only for parties up to six people, so gather your favourite friends and book in for an early weekday supper.
4. Dine out at an award-winning gastropub and enjoy 25% off
Sign up for this January promotion and enjoy 25% off at any of the five Nelson Hotel locations:
- The Fishpool Inn, Delamere
- The Bear’s Paw, Warmingham, Sandbach
- The Pheasant Inn, Tattenhall
- The Manor at Greasby
- Nelson’s or Palm Court at Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa, Pulford.
From pub classics like scampi, cottage pie, lasagne, heart-warming pies, and sizzling steaks to nutritious salads and bountiful sandwich choices, once you’ve picked your preferred location, you’ll want to make time to peruse the menu in detail well ahead of going for your meal!
Complete this online form to make your reservation and redeem the saving.
5. Gather a gang and share a variety of small and tasty plates at The Jane Eyre Chorlton
Slap bang in the middle of Beech Road, and not too far from either Metrolink station, The Jane Eyre Chorlton serves great food. And during January, you can dine out and enjoy a generous 50% discount on your meal.
Committed to simple food made with high quality ingredients, gather the gang and share a variety of tasty small plates with your closest friends.
Head to Chorlton Tuesday to Friday and be sure to go online and book in advance.
6. Go for a fine fish dish at Sexy Fish
Throughout January, this high-end Asian restaurant is offering a two-course all-day set menu for £28, instead of the usual £48, and includes complimentary miso soup and steamed rice.
With dishes varying from salmon tartare and green dragon maki to grilled seabass and spicy prawn noodles, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
If you’re heading there with any non-fish lovers, there are also meat and vegan options available.
For more information, visit the website and select the “All Day Set Menu” option.
7. Catch up with a friend while dining at Chit ‘n’ Chaat for tasty morsels and spicy gossip
Head to Chit ‘n’ Chaat in Cheadle or Deansgate and take 25% off your bill.
Serving authentic Indian street food, Chit ‘n’ Chaat delivers fantastic flavours inspired by north and south India.
Menu will depend on your chosen location but there are vegetarian and meat options. If you’ve a sweet tooth and fancy an extra treat, look out for the chocolate samosas!
Find out more and see menus for every location online.
8. Beat a path to an Olive Tree Brasserie near you
Lytham, Stockton Heath, Chester, and Leeds all boast an Olive Tree Brasserie where you’ll find delicious healthy fare served in stylish settings.
Whether you’re familiar with the restaurant chain, or it’s new to you, book online and reserve your table for a visit between now and 7 February and you’ll receive a generous 50% off your food.
Each restaurant offers a diverse, Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Highlights include classic Greek dishes like moussaka and souvlaki, alongside Italian pasta, fresh seafood, and tender grilled meats.
Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or simply health-conscious, your needs will be easily met by an extensive healthy, nutritious menu.
9. Go to town and enjoy 50% off at Brasserie Blanc
With four restaurants in London and 10 more dotted around the UK, you’re never too far from a Brasserie Blanc. There are two locations in the north west: Hale Barns (inside Delta Hotel by Marriott) and in Leeds, housed in a converted mill on the riverfront.
Order two courses from the extensive à la carte menu or specials board and enjoy 50% off your main courses. Deal is available all day Monday to Friday and until 5 pm on Saturdays.
The chic brasserie menu changes with the seasons and the winter menu is full of heart-warming, home-cooked dishes suffused with rich, earthy flavours. The perfect antidote to a chilly day.
Sign up online and make your reservation today. This great deal runs until 5 pm on Saturday 8 February 2025.
10. Enjoy an eclectic Italian meal at Gino D’Acampo
Take your pick of Gino D’Acampo restaurants and get £20 off all food and drink when you spend £50 or more. Offer applies to restaurants in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, and London.
If you’ve yet to dine at a Gino D’Acampo restaurant, you can expect authentic Italian cuisine. To whet your appetite, the autumn/winter menu boasts Burrata, Tuscan vegetable and bean soup with toasted ciabatta, and Caprese salad. To follow, there’s a wide range of tempting pizza and pasta plates, as well as grilled steak, and plentiful fish and vegetarian dishes.
To finish, if you still have room, treat yourself to a delicious dessert; choices include profiterole, tiramisu, and, of course, gelato.
Sign up online and book your table today – offer lasts until end of January 2025.
