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Dining

The dining scene in Manchester is more interesting and varied by the day. All manner of new restaurants, gastropubs and bars keep popping up around the city, which now ranks among the country's best and most diverse culinary destinations. A local speciality is the Manchester Egg, the city's take on the Scotch egg, which is wrapped in black pudding and sausage, then breaded and deep-fried, and should not be missed.

Hard Rock Cafe

Located in the city centre, the UK's largest Hard Rock serves what can only be described as "The Official Food of Rock", generous drinks and an awe-inspiring collection of rock memorabilia. Visit Hard Rock Cafe Manchester for a family-friendly dining experience that truly rocks! They're conveniently situated within The Printworks entertainment complex, close to the …

Sapporo Teppanyaki

Sapporo Teppanyaki

Teppanyaki is a staple of Japanese cuisine, a way of cooking using an iron griddle. At Sapporo Teppanyaki the chefs will entertain you with a show as they prepare your meal in front of your very eyes. To complete your Japanese experience Sake and Japanese cocktails, beers and whiskeys are to be found on …

Corn Exchange

Corn Exchange is a stunning renovated grade II listed building at the very heart of Manchester, housing 13 restaurants serving a variety of high quality world cuisine. With options including Greek, German, Italian, Indian, British, Pan Asian and Vietnamese cuisines, there’s something to suit every taste or occasion. With neighbours including Manchester Victoria Station, Manchester …

TNQ — The Northern Quarter Restaurant & Bar

TNQ — The Northern Quarter Restaurant & Bar

TNQ is an independent neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, led by head chef Anthony Fielden. Served in a relaxed & stylish dining room, famous for its exposed wooden floor & grand windows showcasing the iconic Smithfield Fish Markets. Bold & thought provoking contemporary British cuisine is crafted using only the finest …

Australasia

Australasia isn't bound by tradition or a set of ideas about how an ingredient should be cooked, what it goes with or how it should be serve. The award winning chef and former young Australian chef of the year, Paul Greening, epitomises this ethos perfectly. Its strong ties with China and Japan have also helped …

Shoryu Ramen

Shoryu Ramen are the go-to in Manchester for delicious ramen and other Japanese sides such as karaage chicken, char siu barbecue pork belly Shoryu buns and soft shell crab tempura. Founder Tak Tokumine and Executive Chef Kanji Furukawa, both born and bred in Hakata, have dedicated their lives to bringing a taste of their …

Banyan Bar & Kitchen

Banyan Bar & Kitchen

During the day, Banyan is a spacious and relaxing bar with floor to ceiling windows offer customers a perfect place to meet up for coffee and cake, breakfast and brunch, sharing boards, a nice chilled glass of champagne or a cocktail crafted by award winning mixologists. The comprehensive drinks menu includes an incredible array of …

Tattu

The menu at Tattu features dim sum and small plates created by a talented team led by head chef Clifton Muil. The bar has an extensive cocktail menu and wine list including a selection of sake. There is both high table seating and intimate booth seating for groups, with a menu of champagne and bottle …

The Anthologist

The Anthologist

The Anthologist is Drake & Morgan’s second site in the city centre, the ‘big sister’ to The Refinery in Spinningfields, bringing a constant flow of new drinks and dishes from across the globe, a unique range of innovative cocktails and all-day dining. This new northern bar and restaurant is located in one of Manchester’s most …

Vermilion & Cinnabar

Vermilion & Cinnabar

Vermilion & Cinnabar is a huge 3 storey Asian fantasy wonderland that includes a restaurant, cocktail lounge and club. Its unique décor, electric ambience, attention to detail and the restaurant’s exquisite Thai & Indian cuisine made Vermilion & Cinnabar a landmark for Manchester, receiving amazing reviews from Wallpaper magazine, The Guardian, Tim Burton, Tatler, …

Wood Restaurant

Wood Restaurant

The concept of Wood in Manchester is unintimidating high-end dining. The restaurant leans heavily into spectacle and new experiences: enjoy the open kitchen with à la carte, theatre and tasting menus. The founder of Wood is a former Data Manager, Simon, who started cooking when he could ‘reach the top of an oven’. Thirty years …

Zouk Tea Bar & Grill

Zouk Tea Bar & Grill

Founded by two entrepreneurial brothers, Zouk is a multi-award-winning restaurant that offers refreshing Indian and Pakistani cooking for the health conscious dine, with a menu and atmosphere infused with vitality, fun and passion. A restaurant for food lovers, signature dishes include their famous Indian Sajji Roasts which offer a whole leg of lamb or …

Don Giovanni

Head to award-winning Italian Don Giovanni on St Peter's Square for hand-crafted cocktails, a superb lunch menu and pre-theatre dining that will start your evening on a high. Situated in the heart of Manchester's theatre strip, Don Giovanni is the city's oldest Italian restaurant and has been feeding the public for over 30 years. It …

Hawksmoor

Hawksmoor Manchester is a British steakhouse and cocktail bar located in a late Victorian courthouse on Deansgate. Their menu revolves around the best ingredients they can find — whether it be beef from ethically-reared, grass-fed native cattle, sustainable seafood from around the British coast or seasonal fruits and vegetables. All cooked simply and served …

Tampopo

A laid-back and inexpensive place with long tables and benches, Tampopo is a great option when you're looking for a quick bite to eat. Asian flavours fill the menu, with options such as noodles, curries and …

Evuna

This fine Spanish restaurant and wine bar is situated in the heart of Manchester, offering fine à la carte dining. Evuna also offer a wine merchant service where you may take your favourite wines home by the bottle or …