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Onda Pasta Bar
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(424)A fresh pasta bar based in the Circle Square neighbourhood of Manchester.
Open Wednesday to Sunday every week.
We are a cashless venueBlacklock Manchester
Price: Expensive•Steak•4.8(698)Blacklock is a modern take of the Great British chophouse nestled in the corner of a Grade II listed textiles warehouse. We take the best meat in the country from the award-winning farmer and butcher Philip Warren in Cornwall. We cook chops simply over our charcoal grill with a little help from vintage Blacklock irons and serve it all up alongside cocktails from the trolley and wine on tap in our subterranean chop mecca. On Sundays we serve a Roast almost as good as Mum's. Bookings and Walk-Ins available.
Home Chinese Manchester
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.7(166)An authentic but unassuming experience of Chinese cuisine with a modern twist. Specialising in Cantonese, Sichuan and a Dim Sum menu served until 5pm every day. Emphasis on fresh produce, best quality ingredients and ever changing specials menu, we are trying to change the game. A Fully licensed bar, with a carefully curated selection of spirits, an expressive wine list and a specially designed cocktail offering.
Menu - https://www.homechinesemanchester.com/general-8
All reservations will be held for 15 minutes after which the tables will be released.
Parties of 7 and above will require a deposit to secure the booking. Please call or email.Higher Ground
Price: Very Expensive•British•4.8(884)Higher Ground is a British bistro and bar located in Manchester city centre that focuses on seasonality within the UK using produce sourced from local suppliers and producers.
The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday at dinner and at lunchtime on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
At lunch a £40pp seasonal sharing menu is offered alongside an à la carte menu. At dinner, both an à la carte and a seasonal sharing menu at £60pp are available. Both menus are available when sat at the kitchen bar counter.
We often hold space for walk-ins at the kitchen bar counter so pop by and have some plates and a glass of wine!
Reservations of up to twelve guests are accepted via the OpenTable online reservation platform. For parties of 7x guests and over, the seasonal sharing menu is served.
Hispi
Price: Expensive•Bistro•4.8(2,136)Welcome to Hispi Bistro Didsbury, from the team behind Sticky Walnut, Burnt Truffle, Wreckfish, Pinion and Kala. We look forward to welcoming you soon.The Ivy Roof Garden, Spinningfields
Price: Expensive•Contemporary British•4.7(6,659)One of the world’s most famous restaurants, The Ivy, West Street, has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary cuisine and unparalleled service for over a century. The Ivy Collection is now to open in Manchester this November, offering a new dining experience set across four fabulous floors.
The Ivy Spinningfields will occupy an impressive, timber framed space within a new development, The Pavilion, surrounded by greenery yet located in the heart of the city.
On the top floor of The Ivy Spinningfields, will be Manchester’s first Roof Garden. With a fully retractable roof, the spectacular space will be open all year round. Guests will enjoy food and cocktails alongside an abundance of planting, greenery and foliage, roaring fire pits and colourful fabrics, all creating an enchanting oasis in the heart of Manchester.
The Blues Kitchen - Manchester
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(2,790)American Grill cooking served in a warm and vibrant dining room.Evelyn's
Price: Moderate•Global, International•4.4(2,051)Now walk-ins only for Brunch, with Dinner bookings from 5pm & all day Sunday
Evelyn’s is an easy-going local restaurant serving brunch classics by day and refined, small plates by night. With the kitchen centred around a charcoal Inka grill, live fire cooking adds personality to the dishes, taking inspiration from Levantine and Pan-asian favourites. A go-to for the local neighbourhood and travellers alike, the food is seasonal and humble while the intimate setting ensures that the focus is on the food and experience. Evelyn’s accepts bookings for Dinner (from 17:00) and all day Sunday (full roast menu), with Brunch operating on a walk-in basis.
Below Evelyn’s, The Daisy is a Parisian Pigalle-inspired bar with local resident DJs playing every weekend. Enjoy 20% off your bill pre- or post-dinner when you show your reservation. Expect late-night escapism with a plush, loft party energy and a refined drinks menu. The Daisy welcomes walk-ins, but booking is highly recommended.
The River Restaurant
Price: Expensive•French•4.4(386)Savour a truly unforgettable dining experience where each moment becomes a delicious memory. Inspired by the elegance and artistry of French cuisine, The River Restaurant offers a symphony of flavours, set against the backdrop of serene river views. Experience five-star with our two AA-Rosette restaurant.
Indulge in refined dishes crafted with passion from our Executive Head Chef Bartosz Syznaka, while basking in a luxurious, light-filled ambiance just a short walk across the Trinity Bridge from Spinningfields, Manchester.
Whether it's a special occasion or a spontaneous visit, our five-star service and exquisite flavours promise to transport you to a world of culinary delight.
The Pen and Pencil
Price: Moderate•American•4.4(879)Sitting on the corner of Hilton and Tariff street in Manchester’s lively Northern Quarter, The Pen and Pencil takes its name and inspiration from the infamous mid-20th Century bar on East 45th Street in New York.
Open seven days a week from 10am until late, the restaurant and bar not only offers a variety of beverages including cocktails, beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, but focuses on its strong day time offering with great breakfast, brunch and lunch options as well as quality coffee and freshly blended smoothies.
The Pencil and Pencil has an array of events throughout the month with a resident DJ to get the party started every weekend, a weekly quiz night on a Tuesday, and its sell-out Bottomless Brunches! It also offers a private room for corporate event and celebrations..
Unfortunately, we are unable o serve guests with Coeliacs due to the risk of cross contamination.
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- SSimonManchester/Greater Manchester •19 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent enjoyable evening, super service food and drinks. Definitely recommended.More infoHawksmoor ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Manchester•4.7
- HHelenManchester/Greater Manchester •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoSuch a wonderful experience eating here, the food is outstanding, the wait staff were friendly and energetic the whole experience never disappointsMore infoPiccolino Caffe Grande ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Manchester•4.6
- LLauraManchester/Greater Manchester •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoFood is just amazing, it is pricey but I suppose you pay for what you get! Service always spot on - quick & efficientMore infoLucky Cat - ManchesterPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Manchester•4.6
- TthomasVIPYorkshire •10 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoGood food great staff, our waitress was superb and gave us a nice recommendation.More infoSexy Fish ManchesterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Manchester•4.4
- JJohnLondon •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoEnjoyed a great evening over dinner great food and great serviceMore infoBlacklock ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Steak• Manchester•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Manchester include Hawksmoor Manchester, Blacklock Manchester and KITTEN
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Manchester are Purezza Manchester, Delhi House Cafe Manchester and The Blues Kitchen - Manchester
Bottomless brunch in Manchester is available at The Blues Kitchen - Manchester, Embankment Kitchen and 20 Stories Restaurant
The most romantic restaurant in Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester
Restaurants in Manchester with a great view include 20 Stories Restaurant, Climat and KITTEN
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