Runyon's Restaurant at Voco Manchester

Name: Runyon's Restaurant at Voco Manchester
Address: 59 Portland Street, Manchester, United Kingdom, M1 3HP
Telephone: 0161 518 2936 x3
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

265 Reviews

£25 and under

American

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch

THE APPEAL OF DAMON RUNYON, the New York storyteller, newspaperman and sportswriter came from his mastery, but also invention, of 1920s American slang – a mixture of the ‘louche and the lugubrious’ according to the New Yorker magazine. He would go to Lindy’s, an all-night Jewish deli on Broadway that became Mindy’s in his stories, and listen.

Runyon married a down-on-her-luck Spanish countess from Madrid, 26 years his younger, who turned out to be an up-on-her-heels Mexican dancer from Tampico. When he died his ashes were taken up in a plane and sprinkled all over New York.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

9 Sept 2024

22:30

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
American, British, Asian
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00–21:30 Breakfast Daily 07:30–10:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30
Phone number
0161 518 2936 x3
Website
https://www.vcmanchester.co.uk/restaurant/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jimmy Williams
Private party facilities
If you’re going to have a party, it’s best to start on top of the world. Brooklyn Heights is the top-floor, top-drawer events and banqueting space at Hotel Brooklyn, with a maximum capacity of 220. For more details please contact us on events@hotelbrooklynmcr.co.uk.

Location
59 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3HP
Area
Manchester
Cross Street
Portland Street/ Sackville Street
Parking Details
Q Park Plazza 75 James St M1 4LXChorlton Street Car Park NCP M1 3FY
Public Transit
Train: Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road.Bus/Tram: Manchester Piccadilly Gardens and St' Peter Square.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
4.2Value

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265 Reviews

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Becky
Liverpool
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked in as staying in the hotel, we booked for 5.30pm We was sat down efficiently. Waitress and waiter was very helpful with how the menu worked and let us know if there was anything unavailable. Drinks arrived quickly. We ordered some small plates too share, mac and cheese croquet, fish goujons and sticky ribs they where amazing. All freshly prepared. Then for mains we ordered the pork belly noodles, burger, steak and fish and chips again all incredible. Chef came out to speak to us to make sure food was all good, this was great as we was out with parents so they really liked this touch to the service. Had a chat about our evening as we was watching peter kay. Couldn't fault the service or staff and we all really enjoyed the food. We would highley recommend.
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 1 August 2024
Dear Becky, Thank you for leaving us such a detailed and positive review from your experience, I is much appreciated! Happy to let you know that we are launching our new menu today, so hopefully you will have the chance to try our new amazing dishes! Many thanks and hope to see you soon! Kind regards, Kostadin Dimitrov MIH Hotel Manager voco Manchester City Centre
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DPKDY
Yorkshire
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on 22 June 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
poor that some of the menu wasn't available and didn't communicate that beforehand
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 29 June 2024
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We usually always let know our guests about missing items just before we take any orders, If we missed that process with you Please accept my apologies and I will make sure to re-train staff on this matter. Also, I am not sure these two stars are what we deserve just for missing a few items from our menu, unfortunately, sometimes it happens in hospitality where our supplies can be short of stock and this following affects our menu. However, we were checking on you during your dining experience regarding food quality and service and you didn't mention to us any negative comments. We followed the same process during payment and as well no concern was raised to us. I hope you understand the importance of honest reviews for our business. Many Thanks
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Rich
London
39 reviews
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on 15 June 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was pretty good, we were there for pre-theatre quick food, went for burgers and then eaton mess. My wife didn't realise her burger came with a spicy sauce, but they couldn't have been more accommodating to resolve. Eaton mess could have done with more meringue and strawberries, slightly over balanced towards cream. The wine I chose was great, and the old fashioned was good too. Service was pleasant and efficient. Would come back again. Toilets downstairs weren't working, so had to make a trek up to the 9th floor, hopefully that will be resolved quickly!
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 17 June 2024
Dear Rich Thank You Very much for your positive feedback. I am glad you enjoyed the food and service at our venue. I apologise for the inconvenience regarding the Toilets I can assure you this was already actioned and resolved. Regarding the Eton Mess dessert, we will take your comment on board as we are in the process of implementing a new menu that will be available in a couple of weeks. Once again, thank you for taking the time to leave your review, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
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HowardM
Exclusive
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food and great service very friendly staff
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 24 May 2024
Good Afternoon, Howard Thankyou for your review, I am glad you enjoyed your evening with us here at Runyons Restaurant, I will pass on your feedback to our waiting staff, who would be more than happy to see you again. Kind Regards Kian Dundas AIH Food & Beverage Supervisor voco Manchester City Centre
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NICOLAW
Manchester
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 10 March 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
No staff to seat on arrival had to ask a bar staff employee Kitchen closed for cleaning so had to wait to order Food tasteless, the buttermilk chicken coating was damp and not crispy (had to remove as it was awful) the pickles were raw and very greasy as were the onion rings, majority of the meal was returned, had asked for no cheese but they put it on anyway ! No one else in the restaurant And just to add insult they trtied to add 20% service charge !!!! AVOID shocking from start to finish - Mothers day meal I will never forget
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GaryN
Manchester
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place to eat and the service is second to none. Thank you Matheus ( sorry if I spelt your name wrong) for making Dan's birthday that little bit special
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JulieR
Lancashire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waiter was lovely and friendly. The food was very tasty and good value for money with good sized portions. Will definitely go again
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 24 May 2024
Good Afternoon, Julie Thankyou for your review I am glad you enjoyed your time and meal with us here at Runyons Restaurant, I will pass on your comments to our waiting staff & chefs. I hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Kian Dundas AIH Food & Beverage Supervisor voco Manchester City Centre
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StephenH
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, excellent service, excellent place!
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 24 May 2024
Good Afternoon, Stephen, Thankyou for your comments and your review I am glad you had a great time here with us and look forward to seeing you again soon. Kind Regards Kian Dundas AIH Food & Beverage Supervisor voco Manchester City Centre
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KateC
Yorkshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 26 January 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall a lovely evening. Took a while for anyone to come and take a drinks order. My husband doesn’t drink so ordered a 0% beer. He was offered three to choose from. Then the waitress came over and explained there was no 0% options available and would he like a cider? He asked if it was 0% and she said no. Very disappointing in 2024 to have no non-alcoholic drinks available other than soft drinks. Especially in January when lots of people are doing dry January. Food was great, the salt and pepper chicken starter didn’t taste like I expected but was still really nice.
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 29 January 2024
Dear Kate Thank You for Kind Rewiev. Regarding your drinks order, I am sorry if there was some kind of misunderstanding as we offer Alkohol Free Beer, indeed is not exactly 0.0% but it's 0.5% which is still under UK Law labelled as Alkohol Free product. We have as well range of non-alcoholic spirits and mocktails in our offer. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention, and I hope we can see you again. Many Thanks Lucas Daminski F&B Manager
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AlisonT
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 January 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and value for money. Made us feel very welcome and went out of their way to make the evening a special one to remember. Highly recommend
Runyon's Restaurant at Voco ManchesterResponded on 31 January 2024
Thankyou Alison for your Kind Review, We are glad you had a great experience and we could offer excellent service to you. As always we aim to make everybody feel welcome to our Restaurant. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Regards Kian Dundas AIH Food & Beverage Supervisor Hotel Brooklyn Manchester
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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

9 Sept 2024

22:30

Google Map for Runyon's Restaurant at Voco Manchester

59 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3HP

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Portland Street/ Sackville Street
Area
Manchester
Hours of Operation
Daily 12:00–21:30 Breakfast Daily 07:30–10:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–17:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:30 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
American, British, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Q Park Plazza 75 James St M1 4LXChorlton Street Car Park NCP M1 3FY
Public Transit
Train: Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road.Bus/Tram: Manchester Piccadilly Gardens and St' Peter Square.
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jimmy Williams
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.vcmanchester.co.uk/restaurant/
Phone number
0161 518 2936 x3
Private party facilities
If you’re going to have a party, it’s best to start on top of the world. Brooklyn Heights is the top-floor, top-drawer events and banqueting space at Hotel Brooklyn, with a maximum capacity of 220. For more details please contact us on events@hotelbrooklynmcr.co.uk.

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