# The Lead Station, Manchester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.3/5 from 869 Google reviews. One-time police station turned bar with exposed brick walls, plus a trendy bar and global cuisine. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/manchester/restaurants/the-lead-station (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bar # The Lead Station 99 Beech Road, Manchester [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12620171717640131888&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Lead Station](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112575240495257289074) **In short:** The Lead Station is a bar in Manchester, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 869 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places One-time police station turned bar with exposed brick walls, plus a trendy bar and global cuisine. Summary via Google ## About The Lead Station The Lead Station occupies a former police station on Beech Road. Exposed brick walls remain from its previous use. The venue operates as a bar with global cuisine on the menu, and serves breakfast and Sunday roasts. Staff are noted for friendliness and accommodation. The kitchen holds a five-star food hygiene rating. The bar welcomes children and groups, and takes bookings. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Lead Station's own website](http://www.theleadstation.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Beech Road Pharmacy next door - Epicerie Ludo / Ludo's next door - McQueen Independent next door - Bar San Juan next door - Beech Road Park 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fresh food, including breakfast and Sunday roasts, with many choices available. They also highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, good value, and pleasant atmosphere. Some reviews mention the food can be overpriced. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (869 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Manchester Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1818957). [More restaurants in Manchester](https://staycation.co.uk/manchester/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (869 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £50 [Visit official website](http://www.theleadstation.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [0161 881 5559](tel:01618815559) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Manchester **Plus Code** 9C5VCPQC+73 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Manchester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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