January has become one of the best months of the year for diners across the UK, with restaurants offering generous discounts to keep things lively after the festive season. Whether you're in Manchester, Birmingham, or across the Midlands, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy great food at excellent value. Here’s a round-up of some of the standout offers worth exploring this month.

Manchester Restaurant Deals

Manchester always delivers when it comes to food, and January brings some excellent offers across the city. Many popular venues are offering 40–50% off food, making weekday dining especially appealing. Highlights include:

• Thaikhun in Spinningfields with 30% off food for newsletter subscribers.
• Dive NQ, well-known for casual bowls and bao, offering 50% off food all day, every day throughout January.
• Tattu Manchester running a 30% off food promotion when booking online.
• Tampopo have a £16 set menu, perfect for fans of Asian street food.
• Banyan Corn Exchange offering its popular “10 dishes for £10 each” selection.
• The Restaurant Bar & Grill giving diners 50% of their food bill back as credit to use later in the year through their loyalty programme.

With these wide-ranging offers, January is one of the best times to explore Manchester’s dining scene without overspending.

Birmingham and the Midlands Restaurant Deals

Birmingham and the Midlands also offer some standout January savings across a range of cuisines. Key offers include:

• The Wolf offering 50% off food every Tuesday, perfect for casual midweek dining.
• Miller & Carter (Mailbox) with a two-course set menu for £17.95, a strong value option for steak lovers.
• Chaophraya delivering 50% off both à la carte and set menus from Sunday to Thursday.
• The Head of Steam offering 50% off all vegan dishes for the whole of Veganuary.
• Zizzi locations with a 50% off mains offer on selected days.
• Gusto providing up to 30% off its à la carte menu during weekday hours, particularly for loyalty members.
• From modern Asian plates to gastropub comfort food, there’s something for every taste and budget across the region.

To get the biggest value this month:

• Book online when possible as many deals only apply through digital reservations.
• Join loyalty schemes, as several venues reward members with exclusive discounts.
• Choose mid-week dining for better availability and deeper discounts.
• Ask when booking — some restaurants offer unpublished or quieter-week deals.
• A few minutes of preparation can unlock even more value.

A Delicious Start to the New Year

With generous discounts across Manchester, Birmingham, and the Midlands, January is the ideal time to support local restaurants while enjoying fantastic food at unbeatable prices. Whether you're planning a midweek treat, a weekend catch-up, or simply want to try something new, the offers available this January ensure there’s plenty to explore.

Please note, these offers are what these restaurants offered in 2025, and therefore, an indication of what to expect.