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Popular all over Europe, this is the first UK restaurant outside of London for the huge Italian restaurant chain which started in Germany in 2002. The 400 cover restaurant spans two floors of the newly revitalised Corn Exchange, next to The Royal Exchange Theatre, and boasts a 100-year-old olive tree and fresh live herbs on the tables. The freshly made pizza dough, pasta and salads are prepared alongside the best buffalo mozzarella, meats and cheeses in a self-service style giving you face-to-face interaction with the chefs as they cook your dish to order, just how you like it.
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Newly renovated and showcasing all of its original Edwardian beauty with a modern twist, the Corn Exchange on Exchange Square, next to the Arndale shopping centre, The Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Arena, is home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, offering a fusion of flavours from around the globe. With indoor and outside seating, there's more than thirteen venues to choose from serving everything from traditional British Sunday roasts, fresh pasta, pizzas and gourmet burgers to Brazilian, Indian, Mexican and Vietnamese street food.
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This classy cocktail bar and restaurant was one of first units to open within the redeveloped Corn Exchange Manchester, in October 2015, next to The Royal Exchange Theatre. It's all-day offering using fresh, local ingredients, beautifully cooked and catering to all tastes and occasions, Banyan has already made an immediate impact in the city centre. The menu, which includes vegan and Gluten Free options, includes breakfast, brunch, and burgers, pies, pasta and powerbowl salads, sandwiches, skewers, steaks, and Sunday roasts. Private dining, live music and a great gin collection add to the mix.
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This relaxed yet stylish restaurant, bar, food market and wine shop inside Harvey Nichols Manchester offers all-day dining, overlooking the expansive views of Exchange Square. The fashionable and tasty modern- European style menu has seen the restaurant awarded an AA Rosette and popular regular tasting nights and special events give you plenty of reasons to keep revisiting. Within Manchester's main shopping area, it is next to the Arena and Royal Exchange.
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Opened in 2014, this quirky concept pub sees Living Ventures return to the Deansgate venue where they started in 1993 with JW Johnsons. The food menu is inspired by the deli, rotisserie and BBQ, with award-winning pies, fish & chips and all day Sunday Roasts. The quaint decor resembles a conservatory, there's live music every night, and the well stocked cellar of cask-conditioned ales boasts more than 40 craft beers and ciders alongside a selection of Champagnes and intriguing botanical cocktails. Just around the corner from The Royal Exchange Theatre.
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This
authentic family ran Spanish
restaurant, just round the corner from The Royal Exchange, is popular
with the footballers of Manchester
United and Manchester
City despite opening quietly under the radar in December
2014. Executive Chef Josetxo Arrieta hails from a background
which includes two 3 Star Michelin restaurants in San Sebastian,
(Restaurante Akelarre and Restaurante Martín Berasategui)
and the 2 Star Michelin Restaurante La Galupein in Urt, France.
The menu changes daily and covers many Spanish favourites,
including tapas and rice dishes, alongside fresh fish and
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Pronounced 'fuh', this family-ran chain restaurant from London, opened in the newly renovated Corn Exchange in 2015, next to The Royal Exchange Theatre, in and specialises in pho, the Vietnamese national dish - an amazingly tasty and nutritious rice noodle soup, served with a side plate of fresh herbs to add as you please - as well as other authentic Vietnamese dishes. They even offer "pho to go" for those in a hurry.
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1847 is an independently owned vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of Manchester city centre. Named after the year the national vegetarian society formed, 1847 opened within the city back in 2011 and relocated onto King Street in 2017. They aim to push the boundaries of meat free dining and offer a full a la carte menu alongside cocktails, wines, spirits and beers.
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Opened in July 2016 on the quiet thoroughfare between King Street and Chapel Walks, this fantastic fine dining restaurant and creative cocktail bar is influenced by Manchester's scientific breakthrough and offers a modern take on British cuisine. The ever-evolving menu is a refined take on traditional dishes at their flavoursome best, sourced from local and artisan suppliers, inspired by what great British food should be, enjoyed in a relaxed dining setting.
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1761 is an independent British restaurant passionate about fresh, seasonal and locally sourced British food. The restaurant pays homage to Manchester’s great past. Drawing inspiration from the Industrial revolution and that warm Mancunian spirit which it so notably represents. 1761 offers fantastic British cuisine whilst being served by a caring passionate team in a beautiful and comfortable environment.
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The largest branch of the legendary American diner, which started in London in the 1970s. Situated in The Printworks, just across the road from The Royal Exchange Theatre, you can enjoy Hickory-Smoked Chicken Wings, sizzling fajitas, a 21-day aged New York strip steak, and legendary 10oz burgers, whilst being surrounded by an awe-inspiring collection of authentic music memorabilia, such as a jacket owned by Elvis Presley, Kurt Cobain’s guitar, and other priceless pieces from The Beatles, Queen, Pearl Jam, Arctic Monkeys and Jimi Hendrix, plus Mancunian greats such as Oasis and The Hollies.
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Inspired by a fusion of the East and West, the stylish restaurant on the ground floor of the huge eight room venue at The Printworks, just across the road from The Royal Exchange Theatre, is a comfortable area for you to enjoy comfort lovin' food, sharing plates, burgers built with love, a choice of grills, Mexican fajitas and burritos, or an ultimate platter with Reggae Reggae Chicken Thighs, BBQ ribs, chipotle beef brisket, and mesquite chicken wings.
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Ferdinand's plush Italian restaurant and celebrity haunt
stands proudly at the top of Manchester's prestigious King
Street, j ust round the corner from The Royal Exchange, in a stunning 120-year-old Grade II listed building.
Given the number of Rolls Royces and supercars that
sit out, you'll be surprised to find the menu is reasonably
priced and offers a wide selection of pizzas, pastas, steaks
and freshly prepared fish dishes, including some named after
the Manchester
United legend himself.
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Welcome to Randall & Aubin Manchester - for delicious food, the best ingredients, and a fabulous dining experience. Whether hunting for oysters, on the look out for succulent rotisserie meats, or simply enjoying a martini at the bar underneath the glittering Disco Ball, they hope you're ready to lose a few hours with them.
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- Celebrity chef Aiden Byrne returns to reopen the Manchester House unit he made famous
- Fine dining experience in a welcoming atmosphere
- Elegant dishes deeply rooted in Manchester’s heritage
- Choose between a 6 course or 12 course tasting menu
- Vegetarian menus available
- Opened December 2018
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This
very stylish Pacific Rim restaurant from Knutsford's Living
Ventures group offers a fantastic choice of sushi, sashimi
and tempura dishes. The menu combines modern Australian cuisine
with Pacific Rim flavours underpinned by European cooking
traditions, a blend of Indonesian, Southeast
Asian influences
and Australia's strong ties with Japan are reflected. Located
underneath the Armani store in Spinningfields, you enter
via a glass pyramid on Deansgate.
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Once used to roast hops in the 16th Century, this original building was actually moved from Kent to the heart of Spinningfields by Living Ventures in 2011 and effortlessly blends relaxed pub surroundings with a huge selection of craft ales, Champagne and wines with live acoustic music every night and a whole host of outdoor events all year round. The food is inspired by the deli, rotisserie and BBQ with deli boards, salads, pies, whole chickens and hanging kebabs.
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It’s all going on at The River Restaurant, where they serve breakfast, sunday lunch, afternoon tea and dinner At The Lowry Hotel the 2 AA rosette restaurant and one of Manchester’s best places to eat and drink in a glass-walled, riverside setting overlooking Santiago Calatrava’s Trinity Bridge. The River Restaurant also has an exclusive private dining room for up to 24 people which is licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies.
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Legendary Bollywood singer and cook, Asha Bhosle (who inspired the Cornershop hit "Brimful of Asha"), opened her first Modern Indian restaurant in Dubai back in 2002, spawning ten further branches in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Birmingham and, since 2015, this stunning £2m high-end restaurant on Peter Street, Manchester. Spread over two floors, it is sultrily lit with boudoir-style drapings, gold finishings and deep okras, whilst the menu offers classic curries, tandoor kebabs and creative dishes, all created using spices which are grinded using Asha's family's traditional Masala recipe.
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Experience a unique High Tea in the 5-star Radisson Blu Edwardian, Manchester Hotel, at the stunning Free Trade Hall. Guests will dine in the stylish surroundings of The Birch Room, with a range of exquisite champagne-infused sweet treats, including a delightful pâtisserie selection, freshly baked scones, finger sandwiches and much more. Situated in the heart of the city centre, and only a short walk to museums, world-class shopping and theatres, the Grade II listed property is the perfect blend of old world charm and new world style.
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Located close to the Opera House on the ground floor of Manchester Hall – the former Freemasons Hall, Masons British restaurant boasts a multitude of different dining settings under one roof, catering for a plethora of requirements – from breakfast planning meetings, entertaining clients at lunch or enjoying a romantic evening meal.
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This local neighbourhood basement bar next to Afflecks Palace in the Northern Quarter takes American food to the extreme; from loaded cheesy nachos to stuffed tacos, succulent chicken to giant burgers, extra hot chicken wings to deliciously sweet ice cream topped waffles, the casual dining menu includes oozy jalapeno poppers, BBQ bacon balls, monster portions of chicken wings and a whole juicy beer can chicken followed by gluttonous American pancake stacks, gooey ice cream sundaes and the ultimate junkyard milkshakes.
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A taste of authentic Hakata cuisine has arrived in Manchester with the arrival of the popular London chain's first branch outside of the capital. Located at Piccadilly Gardens, it specialises in the signature Hakata tonkotsu ramen, Shoryu buns, and Testunabe gyozas, with the Head Chef coming from a Michelin Star background in Japan. Alongside a range of tempura, sashimi, and yakitori, Gekkeikan Royal Warrant Sake features prominently on the drinks menu with a large range of Japanese inspired cocktails, made with sake, whisky and umeshu.
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A multitude of different dining settings under one roof, this
incredible value-for-money casual fine dining restaurant
inside the plush Midland
Hotel offers a unique setting
with an inside garden, birdhouses, a gazebo, cascading
wall of plants and even a 30ft tree. Combining modern touches with the history and heritage of Mr Cooper himself, whose house and famous gardens sat on the site back in 1819. It also offers some of the
best cocktails in Manchester.
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Having triumphed in the final of the BBC's Great British Menu 2016, Mancunian chef Adam Reid takes over the reigns at the historic dining
room of The
Midland Hotel from his 3 Michelin Star mentor, Simon
Rogan, in November 2016. A choice of six
or ten course Tasting Menus showcase modern British dishes
which use only the very best seasonal produce available. It
has remained the Pride Of Manchester Award-winning
"Best Restaurant in Manchester" since opening
in February 2013.
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Overlooking St Peter's Square, The Anthologist bar & restaurant boasts an unrivalled setting right in the heart of Manchester. From quick catch-ups over freshly ground coffee to relaxing after work cocktails and 3 course dinners in one of their many gorgeous spaces, sit back and relax and they'll take care of the rest.
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Ocean Treasure 235 was founded in 2009 residing for 8 years in Manchester's premier casino Manchester 235 at the Great Northern Warehouse. They are now proud and excited to announce the re-opening of Ocean Treasure at 23 Peter Street. Executive Head Chef 'Milky Boy' has led the Ocean Treasure team since its inception. Through years of experience and dedication to Chinese cuisine and under his expert guidance, enthusiasm and hard work, they have truly become one of the region’s best Chinese dining experiences.
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Situated on the 19th floor of No.1 Spinningfields, 20 Stories is composed of a glamorous restaurant, lively bar and expansive rooftop terrace with unparalleled 360-degree views of the Manchester skyline. The 20 Stories menu showcases the best of the Northwest with an aim to source ingredients no more than 50 miles from outside Manchester. The bar serves cocktails, craft beer and an extensive wine list. 20 Stories has a smart dress code.
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Opened
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April 2015, this
incredibly stunning Oriental restaurant
takes its influence from different styles of body art, and
this is reflected in everything from the captivating Edwin
Pickett designed interior to the expertly crafted Andrew
Lassetter created menu. Both the Head Chef and Head Dim Sum
Chef have been sourced from London's
renowned Hakkasan Group and the whole dining experience is,
without doubt, one of the best in Manchester city centre.
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Recommended in the 2019 Michelin Guide, this
family
ran restaurant in the Northern
Quarter uses only French or locally sourced, fresh ingredients and a unique
cooking technique in its expression of modern French
cuisine. Owner chef
Eric Moreau cooks meat long and low at 63°, a skill
he perfected after many years of experimentation working
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A modern food lover’s paradise at the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, this popular restaurant is led by accomplished Chef Anthony Fielden. Having trained in top Manchester eateries since 17, Anthony's focus is serving 'gutsy and thought-provoking' dishes, taking simple ingredients to create fantastic tasting food which allows the quality of the local ingredients to speak for themselves.
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A modern take on a Victorian Pub, positioned on Thomas Street right in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter. It is a laid-back spot with charm and personality to spare, a home away from home to relax in warm and comfortable surroundings with a vast range of Gins, Craft Beers and other libations.
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This Northern
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behind The
Liar's Club, Black
Dog Ballroom, and Dog
Bowl, boasts three floors of rum, ribs, bourbon
and beer, all with a very different feel. If it’s
ribs or a burger and a beer that you are looking for
then grab yourself a seat in the ground floor Rib Joint & Tap
Room. Food is also available in the more sophisticated
First Floor Bar, with its leather sofas and seating-only
policy. Both floors offer great cocktails however,
if you're feeling more Tiki, then head to the top floor
for the Zombie fuelled Liars Lounge
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Opened in Spinningfields to rapturous reviews in April 2015, this stunning restaurant offers Halal dishes inspired by the street food vendors of India, Pakistan and Southern Asia. The specialties and signature dishes from the theatrical open planned kitchen are made using a variety of cooking styles, recipes and methods from the different regions, with an emphasis on sharing plates. The homestyle Desi Dhaba, an authentic India way of cooking, is a speciality, served in a hot metal balti. Private dining and an outdoor veranda with Shisha is also available. .
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Opened in August 2016, this American fine dining restaurant, close to Spinningfields, introduces experience at every level through beautiful bespoke cocktails, carefully crafted dishes, and live performances showcasing dancers, acrobats, singers, musicians, drag acts, burlesque artists, and contortionists on the catwalk in the middle of the restaurant. Dishes offer a U.S. interpretation of mainly Japanese dishes like Tempura Sea Bass, Open Temaki Tacos, Torched Scallop Aburi, and Sashimi Grade Tuna, alongside sushi boxes, gourmet burgers, steaks, and seafood.
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Ideally located in Manchester city centre on the doorstep of Manchester Arena and Manchester Victoria station, RBG Bar & Grill makes its home at the Park Inn by Radisson. Easy, honest and good value - that’s the idea behind RBG. It’s their simple promise to their customers - and it’s what makes them who they are. Fresh ingredients, locally-inspired specialties and classic dishes make up, RBG’s versatile menu.
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Open until 02:00 every day, the stylish new Chinese restaurant in Manchester's Genting Club casino opened in December 2019 and offers Hong Kong steet food, dim sum, claypots and Asian fusion dishes, together with an extensive wine list. With many incredible offers, it's the perfect place to dine, with Chinatown, the Palace Theatre, Bridgewater Hall, Ritz, Gorilla, Manchester Central, HOME, Albert Hall and Opera House, all on the doorstep. Over 18's only.
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The UK's original boutique 10-pin bowling, restaurant and bar has brought its unique offering from London to Manchester's Great Northern. The concept brings together authentic American food, quality cocktails, and boutique bowling... all with a large helping of retro 50s and 60s era glamour. The huge venue features an authentic American restaurant, standalone cocktail bar, exclusive whisky room (housing the biggest collection of bourbon whiskies in the UK), 6 main hall lanes, 2 semi private lanes and a private room with its own cocktail bar.
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A
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Martin, one of Britain’s top celebrity chefs, located
inside the plush Manchester
235 casino. Delicious British dishes, steaks and desserts showcase the Yorkshireman's signature
style, which is evident throughout the menu with each meal
crafted using only the finest seasonal and locally
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With a nod to Manchester’s industrial past, this popular cocktail bar and restaurant, tucked away behind Piccadilly in the bustling Northern Quarter, offers a delicious Japanese inspired menu alongside some of the most unique cocktails in the city. The menu is split between Ice (sushi and sashimi), Fire (Yakitori and Robata grills), Steam (gyozas and dim sum) and Oil (Tempura) with Bento Boxes available to eat in or takeaway.
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Located opposite Piccadilly station, the stunningly designed brasserie in the Malmaison Manchester is home to one of the city's only Josper Grills - a large artisan charcoal barbecue oven that flames and cooks steaks to a smokey perfection. You can sit ring-side and watch the chefs at work as they create the bistro style menu, which includes slow roast Highland venison steak with pan-fried maple glazed bacon, alongside flair dishes, such as Smoked Haddock Fish Cake and family-style sharing stands, Afternoon Teas and one of the best Sunday Lunches in Manchester.
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A quaint mix of Georgian and Edwardian
décor with a modern twist and a touch of European elegance,
this excellent British restaurant
from the team behind Walrus, Tusk and,
in the same building, Hula and The
Fitzgerald, offers one of the most beautiful places
to dine in the Northern
Quarter. Burgers, skewers, duck and different
cuts of lamb, beef and chicken are the mouth-watering,
starring attractions of the menu, all cooked at 400°C
in the INKA charcoal oven - one of only three in the city
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