Manchester is a major city in the northwest of England with a rich industrial heritage. The central areas boast many Halal options which cater to the local Muslim community.

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List of the 10 best Halal places to eat British in Manchester

10 Best restaurants for British in Manchester

Traditional English dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere

The Ivy Spinningfields Manchester

Best restaurant in Manchester. From the moment you approach the restaurant  you’re welcomed by the guy smartly dressed at the door. Walk in to the beautiful lobby where you are welcomed and seated at your table.

The interior is truly something to behold and super relaxing and welcoming.

The food is second to none and we were kept entertained by our wonderful waiter Lewis who is a real credit to the business.

Highly recommended. 5 Stars.

Amazing experience and so glad I finally made a visit.
The staff were warm and welcoming from the start. Just the right level of professionalism and friendliness. They were very attentive but not in your face all the time. Anticipated my needs throughout the meal 5 star service.
Will definitely be returning

First visit to this popular restaurant. Decor lovely. Service very good. Waitress was very pleasant and efficient. Cocktails pricey for just a couple of mouthfuls. Just had one as it was a special occasion. Meal was nice but have had equally nice meals elsewhere. Wasnt that many courses on the menu that I felt o could choose from. May go again in the future.

Great place. Food great and not overly expensive, in fact I would go as far to say good value as the portions very on the large side in the top floor restaurant. Brilliant weather added to the ambiance. Staff really attentive and nothing seemed too much off a problem, even as far a knocking us up cocktails that were not on the menu

Excellent, friendly service here.  Staff very attentive. Lovely surroundings.  The food was very good and not too pricey, but menu choices limited. Wine list priced by the glass not bottle not sure why this was but the bottle of Merlot ordered was quite expensive. Be prepared to spend! Having said that however,  I would definitely go again.

The Ivy

KAJI Restaurant and Bar Manchester

Second visit to the chefs counter, nice to be recognised by the chefs and have some great conversation. Again blown away with the fantastic food, great service and we will definitely be back, especially for that Beef Katsu sauce you let us try. The sauces and flavours were exceptional. The XO hollandaise was superb. The drunken rice was something else!

It was a sensational tasting experience. It's not just about the food. It's about tastings, and what taste reminds you. The level of customer service is definitely paired with the exceptional quality and the high standards of the food and the surrounding environment. It is definitely worth a visit, and, in my case, I will be returning.

My friend chose this spot for lunch, and we went for the £30 lunch offer. Right from the start, the reception offered to take our coats, setting the tone for a smooth experience. The restaurant itself was chic and polished, with a vivid cherry blossom pattern decorating the space. After being seated, we were given a couple of menus and ordered tap water—I've been caught before with places charging £6+ for still water, so it was nice to avoid that surprise here.

The menu was vast, with a few classic favourites. For the lunch offer, we had deep-fried oysters, ox cheek, and steak, along with a side of fatty tuna nigiri and a sashimi selection. The cocktail menu was creative, though a few mocktails I chose were unavailable, so I went with a refreshing blood orange and tea drink.

The set menu also included fresh, sweet bread, edamame beans, and delicate smoked salmon and egg-filled balls, which were a unique touch. The sashimi was top-notch, with fresh tuna, salmon, and sea bass. The fatty tuna was decent, though for the price, I've had better in London for more than double the portion and half the cost. The oysters were delicious, and the steak was spot on. However, I was less impressed by the £7 side of undercooked potatoes, though the cabbage was delicious.

To finish, I had a rhubarb dessert that was tart but a flavoursome panacotta

Overall, the presentation was beautiful, and the flavours were wonderful. However, it felt a bit overpriced, especially with the hefty service charge. When it's that high, it almost feels like they try too hard to earn it. Personally, I prefer a more authentic Japanese feel, which was missing here.  Also, some cocktails were premixed so you could not order umeshu independently. Still, an enjoyable experience with a few minor critiques.

We booked the Chefs table for the tasting menu as we wanted a higher level of service and attention. We have already frequented MUSU a few times so knew what to expect.
We had drinks by the bar before being taken to the chefs table. The waiter came and introduced himself and shortly after brought the first dish. The sushi was delicious and very fresh!
We watched the chefs in action, but we felt they could have interacted with us a bit more, seeing as we paid extra for the privilege. No one introduced themselves and only one chef gave us some of the dishes. It would have been nice if they explained as they plated up each dish and gave us some background; how it was made and where ingredients came from.
The courses came in good flow and were well presented. Some were very rich and salty, which made us drank more. Some needed a bit of acid to balance the flavours better.
But on the whole, we had a good experience. It’s not worth being at the chefs table for no extra service. The bar stool could have been a bit more comfortable as we were sat for over 2 hours.
The alcohol free drinks were delicious!! Not sure about the smoke in the restaurant. Is it meant to look like smoke from a fire?!

We had an excellent and perfect evening with unbelievable good food and drinks. We loved the place and especially the people working there - so nice and helpful - absolute stunning. By the way we took the chef menu and overlooking the kitchen. Super exciting and you get an amazing idea how they create this extraordinary dishes. We will come again…definitely! Thanks so much to the chef and his whole team. Extremely well done! W.

KAJI Restaurant and Bar 

20 Stories

We had an amazing lunch here and the staff, food and views made for a great experience. They also made sure to make a fuss as they heard it was my birthday and brought out a lovely little addition to my dessert. All round lovely venue and we would highly recommend.

I had the pleasure of dining at 20 stories in Manchester with some old pals, and it was excellent. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with stylish decor and a lively yet relaxed ambiance. And what an amazing view!

The service was impeccable – attentive without being intrusive, and the staff were knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations. Florian looked after us well. The food was beautifully presented and really tasty.

The drinks menu was equally impressive, with a fantastic selection of wines and expertly crafted cocktails.

Overall, 20 stories is an excellent place to go - will definitely be back!

What a special night! My partner and I first met here 5 years ago on our first date, and it's even more special to be back celebrating one of our 30th birthdays as a married couple.

The staff were fantastic, attentive, and made the entire experience seamless. The food was delicious, and the surprise birthday plate was the perfect touch.

We loved the English sparkling wine, and our table location with the view was just perfect. It was wonderful to relive old memories and create new ones.

We're already looking forward to our next visit! If you're looking for a great spot with exceptional service, look no further. Can't wait to come back and celebrate again!

Stunning. Visited mid November for drinks and dinner and they could easily accommodate us. As we were under 6 people it was a walk in policy for the terrace drinks, but for the restaurant they were fine and had tables free to move us inside for food.
Menu was a good selection of options but the lamb was amazing, super tender and melt in your mouth.
Good portion sizes and incredible service, would definitely recommend and return

Very fine dining , requested window seat for partners birthday , didn't get it . Then we asked for the a drink , to then watch a table after us gets there's first , probs as they was a group so they would rather serve the big spenders . Overall was very happy with the view , and the sheer elegance of the place

Adam Reid at The French

Celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary with a wonderful meal. The presentation was amazing and the food delicious! The head chef Blaze was so welcoming and our sommelier Dimitri did not miss a beat! I'm not sure why you dont have a michelin star but you deserve one or two!!! I'll never eat at mana again after experiencing The French! Thank you so much for making our evening super special!

Love this restaurant. Yes it’s pricey. It’s an experience with wonderful service. Still not convinced about that smoked eel but that’s me and overall the whole meal and experience was wonderful! Add the drinks if you like that… it’s well explained and well curated.

Very little to fault with this restaurant and I’m at a loss as to why this excellent Manchester culinary institution doesn’t have a Michelin star.

We had the 10 course tasting menu and every dish was outstanding. The beef tartare, Orkney scallop and red deer dishes will remain seared in my memory for many years!

I also appreciated head chef Blaze’s gracious engagement and time with with us and for explaining the inspiration behind the menu and recipes; which is a unique tribute to North West England ingredients and livestock. Particularly interesting are the long standing collaborations between the restaurant & several high quality local farms for produce; which could clearly be tasted in the food.

The interiors are designed around the original features of the 1903 restaurant - The French - with contemporary features integrated tastefully into the overall design. Overall the restaurant has the air of understated and subtle luxury.

If you’re in or around Manchester and have a passion for food, or a special occasion or both, this restaurant is an absolute must visit.

Phenomenal experience and best meal I've ever had. The service was impeccable and every course was amazing! I couldn't pick a favourite course because they were all amazing, but the bread and butter... I could eat a whole loaf of that sourdough!
I decided to be designated driver because I'm not much of a wine drinker, so the wine flight would be wasted on me, but straight away they offered me the non alcoholic pairings. Wow! Every single one was delicious, some really amazing flavours that I have never tried before and will definitely be buying. The others in our party actually preferred some of the non alcoholic options to the alcoholic ones.
Overall an amazing experience, thoroughly enjoyed every minute.

I have no words. Well I have actually...
Best meal this year.
Michelin guide needs to get their act together. From the bread, ham. Salmon. Scallops. Everything was top notch. Great place to go for a special occasion or celebration. Chef came for a chat too. All round a fantastic way to celebrate our anniversary! And, what has to be
#mcrsfinest dining room. Loved it!

Anchors Fish & Chips

My daughter and I bought in-store.

As soon as we walked in, the heavenly smell hit us, and we both proclaimed how good it smelt.

The room was clean, tidy, and nicely decorated and we even made reference to the art details that were painted on the wall 👌

I ordered a small cod, it was really cute, and actually ample for me (middle aged woman) as a main, and I reckon it'd be ample for my 14 year old son (who eats loads) too. My daughter chose the sausage which she tells me was "yeah, it was good" (high praise from a teenager 😆).

I shared a large chips with my 16 year old, to accompany our mains. Again, it filled the two of us, but it did look a *lot* smaller than I had expected it would be, as there were three sizes to choose from so I would imagine this to be a medium at an average chippy. I had hoped for that price, to have left overs to share with the other kids when we got home, but as it stands, please just don't tell them that we went, and I reckon we can just about get away without them knowing that we'd had it without them 😆

The pots of gravy and mushy peas were tiny. No where near enough to accompany the half a large chips per pot that we had planned on. And at £2.00 a pot I expected much more. I suspect much of the costing went on the very nice thick paper cups, the wooden cutlery wrapped with napkins, and of course a side of healthy profit.

The food was amazing! It was hot, crisp, salted to just the right amount, and beautifully flavourful. In fact, all food pics were taken after sampling a couple of mouthfuls because there was no way I was waiting to start so I could take a photo first 😆

Finally let's talk about prices. It's much more than I'd usually be willing to spend in a local chippy, but... It was extra quality along side the extra cost, so I guess it's a case of "getting what you pay for".

So would I come back? If I had the money and it was a treat, then, yes I would! And I'd be keen to try the battered halloumi. But it's not something I could frequent as a regular occurrence due to its prices, in this cost of living crisis.

Constructive suggestion; a couple of seats in there for the chance to sit while your food is being freshly cooked, would've been ideal and a real blessing to me.

Beyond that, great job guys n gals,
4.5⭐ out of 5.

Ordered takeaway, fish batter was not fully cooked and fell off the fish. Mushy peas smelt strange and had little taste, the tartare sauce had a yellow rim around it same as another review. Fish itself was oily and had an old oil smell. Battered sausage and gravy was ok. Would not recommend.

One of the best take away fish&chips place you can imagine!

I had cod large, just delicious. The fish is not oily deep fried, the thin but crispy batter layer just looks in golden colour. When you bite it you can feel the balance of the salt and vinegar. The mush peas is ever so consistence as well, not too watery but not too dry either ! Would definitely go back.

Bought large chips and gravy. Chips were OK, nothing special. Gravy was delicious. I wouldn't go there again given that it was, in comparison to other chippies, only a small portion. The cost...£17.50! Which for chips and gravy x 2 is extortionate. My local chippy is £7 at most, I'll stick with them.

Only just got my food delivered 5 minutes ago but it’s that bad, I had to leave a review now. Firstly everything was freezing cold, even the gravy, the fish was watery and not fresh. The tartare sauce had a disgusting yellow rim like it was old. Disgusting and off putting and a joke for £25. Never again.

Charlie's Fish & Chips Ltd

I’ve been going here for a while now but recently the standards dropped off. The last chips I got at lunch time were re-warmed, hard and burnt. I would’ve taken them back but I only have some long for a lunch break. Will try elsewhere next time.

Having read some of the reviews we almost didn't go. Very glad we did. Friendly efficient young staff serving up fresh fish with great chips. The fish was excellent but the chips were the star of the show. Proper chippy potatoes cooked perfectly - golden with some crispness to them - not the usual run of the mill soggy underdone offering as served in a lot of places. Very satisfying indeed - we'll be back.

Best fish and chips I have had in years! Lovely friendly staff and good value.

Been wanting to try here for a while and finally went today!
Absolutely amazing chips, we got there about 3pm and they were so so hot, portion size was incredible especially for the price!

I had tried another chippy further down the road past the train station but these, in my opinion, were far far greater.

Portions are ridiculous! Spent 15 quid on two LARGE fish and chips the fish was large but you could tell they had just scantilly thrown a few chips in and charged £7.50 each.

Been coming here a while and I'm really disappointed this time at how they're overcharging.

Cloud 23 Cocktail Bar

We did not try the food on the day, so i can not really rate it. Cocktails were on point, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere was great. Was not very busy for a Saturday night and the music was not too loud, so we could have a conversation. Great spot for a romantic evening/ night out.  The view and atmosphere is top notch.

Located on the 23rd floor of the Hilton Manchester Deansgate, Cloud 23 offers panoramic views of the city skyline. The bar features a modern, chic interior with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing a stylish setting for cocktails and afternoon tea. Guests can enjoy a range of beverages, including signature cocktails and a selection of teas. While the views and atmosphere are often praised, some visitors have noted that the experience can be pricey and that service may vary during peak times. Reservations are recommended, especially for window-side seating.​

I have visited Cloud 23 Cocktail Bar Manchester multiple times, and it never disappoints.
Every visit feels the same with consistent service and warm hospitality from the staff.
The bar offers a high view of Manchester, which is stunning.
The seating is comfortable, making it a relaxing experience.
I always enjoy their fresh orange juice, which I order every time.
This place is a must-visit and one of Manchester's iconic spots.

I have to say I was a little disappointed with the cloud 23 afternoon tea priced at £35 per person hence the 4 stars. Don't get me wrong it was an experience I have not had before and it was good, but some things could be better.
We visited on a Monday afternoon and reserved a window seat for 2. Unfortunately, and I know the Hilton can't help this, but the majority of the view is glass towers and building works.
We were seated with a little confusion. The seats were quite cramped. We paid the extra £20  for a gauranteed window seat, having never been before.
Looking around it was not as clean as I would of expected from a Hilton. Dust above us on the sails. Dirty windows. The building works probably don't help.
The service was good, person seating us a little confused. The person serving us very polite, but it was difficult to get anyone's attention during our time at the table. So most of the time, we drank cold tea.
The food again was okay, nothing really sang, but nothing was horrible.
Did I enjoy it? Yes, I was with my friend and it was a pleasant afternoon, eating nice things. Would I go again. No I don't think so. 🤔

Outstanding Afternoon Tea Experience at Cloud 23, Manchester
We recently had the pleasure of celebrating my mum’s birthday at Cloud 23 in Manchester, and it was truly a remarkable experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff's warmth and friendliness made us feel incredibly welcome. The service was simply outstanding—attentive, professional, and genuinely eager to ensure we had the best possible experience.
The afternoon tea itself was nothing short of exceptional. The food was of the highest quality—delicious, beautifully presented, and catering perfectly to both adults and children. It’s rare to find an establishment that caters so thoughtfully for kids without compromising on elegance or taste. My mum and the kids all had a fantastic time, and the relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere made the celebration even more special.
A special shout-out to the staff at Cloud 23 for going above and beyond to make our visit memorable. Their dedication and attention to detail truly made a difference. We left with wonderful memories and can’t wait to return.
Kudos to everyone at Cloud 23 for delivering such an outstanding experience. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-tier afternoon tea in Manchester. We’ll definitely be back soon!

Cloud 23

Grand Pacific

5/5 – A Perfect Anniversary Celebration!

We celebrated our first wedding anniversary at Grand Pacific after a lot of research and discussion—and we’re so glad we chose this place. It was absolutely worth it!

From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us warmly and escorted us to our table with great respect and politeness. The ambiance was romantic and elegant, perfect for a special evening.

The starters, mains, and drinks were all delicious and full of flavor—definitely worth trying. A special mention to the lovely girl who looked after us—her name was Pluto, if I remember correctly. She was incredibly attentive, checked in on us regularly (almost every two minutes!), and patiently explained the menu before taking our order. Her service really made us feel cared for.

To top it all off, the team surprised us with a plate of cake and a sweet “Happy Anniversary” message—it was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture that truly made our night.

We wholeheartedly recommend Grand Pacific to all our friends and family for a romantic and unforgettable experience. Thank you for making our day so special!

We visited this restaurant to celebrate my husband's birthday. The atmosphere was lovely and perfectly suited to the occasion, the decor is stunning, and the building itself is beautiful.

The service was decent, and the food overall was okay. However, I ordered the steak medium rare, but it seemed more on the rare side than I prefer, I would have liked it a bit more grilled. I also didn’t enjoy the dessert.
Also, despite being asked during the booking if we were celebrating a special occasion and stating it was a birthday, there was no birthday gesture when the dessert was served!
we still had an enjoyable time and appreciated the overall experience.

Came here for afternoon tea on my birthday and we had the nicest time. The decor is beautiful and opulent, the staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating and the food was incredible. I would definitely recommend to anyone celebrating a special occasion. When the staff found out it was my birthday they were so lovely and wrote a message with some ice cream and it was just such a lovely addition. It was incredibly busy and despite this the staff were so friendly. Would definitely come here again- it is worth the price

If I could rate Grand Pacific higher- then I would! We had a wonderful server, Holly! The customer service is fantastic, the servers were welcoming, friendly and helpful in suggestions for food and drink! The food was absolutely phenomenal, wow! The seabass & mussels in Thai green curry was something else! I was blown away by Grand Pacific, beautiful atmosphere with great staff and fantastic food. They even suprised us with a Happy Birthday ice cream to help celebrate my mother’s birthday. Really impressed and would very highly recommend.

Lovely meal, good quality food - you can tell a lot of consideration has gone into each dish.
Mark, our waiter, was a lovely guy as well - very personable and chatty, much more than the basic pleasantries. Great cocktails as well - I recommend the Toasted Coconut Margarita ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Grandpa Greene's Luxury Ice Cream

A lovely spot, very picturesque. We enjoyed the walk along the canal afterwards eating ice cream.
The eggs and avocado were tasty,  but there was too much sauce over the top. It was too hot and overpowered everything else. The eggs and avocado are far more subtle flavours.
The ice cream was very good.
We bought some brownies to take away and have later. They looked good, but I have to say I did not like them, they were far too squishy and tasted under cooked. I prefer my own.

Lovely ice cream 🍨 parlour offering many different flavours. They even offer an edible ice cream tub. we walked down the canal whilst eating our ice cream. The staff were inviting and friendly. The car park has limited spaces even though it’s quite big.

Really nice food in a cosy environment next to the canal.

Staff were friendly and polite and the food was great.

They have inside seating plus outside seating too for people eating in the venue.

They also have outside seating next to the canal for people buying takeaway ice cream.

Worth checking out.

Fantastic atmosphere and great views by the river bank!!

Food was utterly divine and the staff were all super friendly, really bringing up a younger generation of waiters/waitress' with a great attitude and such fantastic attention to details.had a great meal here!

Also dog friendly which is a bonus!

Downside: on a rainy day the toilets are not quite near the restaurant, you have to walk down the river bank maybe 150M? At a guess.

I got my parents a voucher for afternoon tea, and I joined them for the visit. We went late Saturday afternoon; the whole show was being run by a very young team. While they were all mostly hard-working, a more senior supervisor or similar wouldn’t have gone amiss to ensure smoother operations.

The afternoon tea itself had a good selection (sandwiches, scones, strawberries, milkshake made from the ice cream and meringue) and was well-presented. I also indulged in a scoop of Raspberry Pavlova.

Jolly Rogers

Absolutely fantastic fish and chips with a twist from Jolly Roger’s! I had the masala fish, and it was cooked to perfection with just the right amount of spice. The homemade Tandy Mix Sauce was a game-changer refreshing, flavorful, and the perfect complement to the meal. Great food, great service—highly recommend!

Absolutely amazing fish and chips. The service is always brilliant. If you’re ever in Cheetham hill is a must!!

So I went to this place last week as I’ve heard positive reviews about their Fish & Chips.

I decided to order Masala Fish with chips and it costed around £10 as I also added a drink with my order.

The order was ready in around 7-9 minutes as I was told they cook fresh.

The portion size was Great and the Fish tasted really fresh - loved their special sauce.

A good experience overall - would definitely recommend to anyone 👌🏼👌🏼

Gave the 'Chicken Steak Burger a whirl' to see what it even was. It's basically a processed chicken burger. It was on a buy one get one free offer, so I got what I paid for there.

Also tried the scallops with the sauce. Now this was an interesting one. It looked really odd, but have to admit the flavour was quite nice.

I think maybe I'd try it again but wouldn't choose the chick steak burger again.

I ordered from here tonight after searching for a decent chippy online for hours because the local ones in my area haven't been too great after craving chips and saw it was highly recommended and now I understand why.

Literally the best chips I've eaten in ages! My sister is a picky eater and said she didn't want any but I bought her some anyway and she asked where I bought them from so she can order again and she isn't easy to please. Also super affordable for what you get (you could easily raise your prices. I pay way more usually and the food isn't anywhere near as good in terms of taste & quality!!! 😋) 10/10 and cant wait to order again. Thank you!

Mamucium

The restaurant and bar are really aesthetically-pleasing. However, that's where the positives stop. Service was really slow and the food was poor. We both ordered sirloin steak and waited almost an hour for it. I asked for medium-rare and you can see how overcooked it was in the pictures.

We wanted to have a warm lunch there but unfortunately they offer only toasts at that time there. So we stayed only for coffee and cake. But the flat white wasn't strong enough and the cake was dry and hard. But good staff and a nice place to sit.

Bang average.
Whilst the food was top notch and was a solid 9/10, the 2 staff that were on were clearly overwhelmed and not very experienced. Took several minutes to be seated as there were no staff on the shop floor originally with only 3 tables in.
Dirty  menus, empty salt shakers, glasses with lipstick on served and  coffee served without sugar or a teaspoon. Had  a discount voucher to use and staff tried to haggle on the discount amount trying not to honour the full amount originally which I found very strange. Music was 00s RnB which didn’t fit in for a Sunday dinner vibe. Both staff were nice but clearly inexperienced. 2 star service with 5 star prices.

Hotel brilliant as were the staff,however told we has been upgraded in our room which was hard to see and the view out of the window confirmed this.
Didn't appreciate while having evening meal people were allowed to come into the bar/restaurant and order drinks which in itself is probably ok however they were very drunk and loud .
Breakfast was brilliant though.

The food was lovely, if a bit on the expensive side but to be expected in a hotel restaurant. The waiting staff were very good and attentive.
The atmosphere should have been lovely and could be so easily improved - for some reason they were playing cheesy hits loudly, the sort of music that would get me dancing in a club at 2am but not what you want as you are eating dinner in a restaurant.

Richmond Tea Rooms

We were looking for tasty scones. We found delicious ones! The perfect place for your afternoon tea.
The Alice in Wonderland ambient is cute, not kitschy at all.
The staff is very polite and friendly.
A stop worth.

Magical, very British tea time experience in a beautifully decorated environment.
What a lovely place we came across accidently on our walk! We had time till our bus departure and this was just the perfect spot to stop.

Staff members are helpful and really friendly.

My wife and I decided to check this place out as it had a good write-up
As you approach this impressive old looking building, you start to see the theme of the place, and it runs throughout the building Alice in Wonderland . As you sit down, you are given the menu . For the afternoon tea section, there are 6 different afternoon teas to choose from starting from 42 pounds per person down to 11.50 per person. but of course, the further down you go, the less you get, so there is something for everyone depending on your budget.  But of course you don't have to have afternoon tea it does cakes & meals as well . The staff are friendly and welcoming and don't forget to tell them about any dietary requirements or allergies as they are not mind readers but most will ask you . It's on sackville Street in the gay village . It's well worth a visit

What a lovely interior this place has. We had the Hatters afternoon tea - it was tasty and the just about the right amount of food - you have a nice selection of teas as well as a decaf option.

They even serve brunch too like smashed avocado, eggs and salmon etc.

The staff are fabulous and really went out of their way to find space for me when I needed to come in earlier.

I live in Liverpool but will be coming back again to try the brunch and more afternoon tea. My mum loved the place too - she said it felt magical!

Fantastic place for a traditional English afternoon tea with an Alice in Wonderland-inspired atmosphere.
The staff was phenomenally friendly and gently helped us clarify the menu and offered great recommendations. I had the Queen's Afternoon Tea and all the food was amazing —especially the scones, which were very fresh and warm. The Afternoon Darjeeling was delicious, with floral and fruity flavors.
I strongly recommend this venue and will definitely revisit if I'm in Manchester again.

Atlantic Fish bar

So it was very cheap. Too cheap in many ways when to compare it to what you pay where I am from in the south. Half the price. The quality of the chips was good but the fish had no taste and the battery was thick. Very acceptable but no wow factor.

We arrived 25 minutes late and the food was still hot which was great! The lady who served us was lovely too. The chips were chippy chips but a little bit stale. The fish and battered sausage however were the worst I have ever tasted. The sausage was clearly a poor quality meat, and was drier than the Sahara. The fish was 70% batter, tiny and had a sour taste. If you’re looking for an authentic chippy then please avoid. My heart goes out to all of those who were duped by the 4.8 rating like we were.

Food was amazing. Price was even better. Definitely recommend it.

The lady behind the counter was lovely, very pleasant service. The battered sausage was quite tough and tasteless. The food is cheap (even cheaper if you order in-store than online), but that can be reflected in the quality of the meat.

“The food was excellent, the fish was fresh, the potatoes were very good, the service was fast, and the staff was great.”

The Old Wellington

First time dining at an old English Pub and I enjoyed both the vibe and the food.

Very good portions. The steak and ale pie had a brief scent of beer in the stuffing which gave a special twist than a regular pie. Crispy crust. Smooth and buttery potato mash.

Easy 5 stars on all aspects!
I had set a high expectation on this restaurant after reading the reviews and they didn’t fail me!
The best fish and chips I’ve had, not oily but still crispy. The sea bass dish is really nice too. The white sauce is spot-on. Food is delicious and served in generous portions

Service is great! The waitress took a fantastic picture of me and my friend

Atmosphere is very cozy! Perfect lighting and warm atmosphere that I’d highly recommend anyone who’s looking for amazing food and service

Just had a great time at The Old Wellington in Manchester! The fish & chips were crispy and perfectly cooked, the Meat Pit platter was smoky and packed with flavor, and the drink selection hit the spot,  especially their ales and cocktails Great vibes, historic setting, and solid service. It's definitely worth a stop if you’re in town!

Omg this place is SO CUTE! Catherine was our server and despite having a fully booked house upstairs she was very attentive! We walked in with no reservation and were warned ahead of time we’d have to wait for food because of the private dinner on the top floor, and it was totally worth the wait. We appreciated the heads up and were happy to sit and enjoy our drinks while we waited for food. The fish and chips were fantastic. We also really enjoyed the scotch egg, halloumi fries and the sausage and mash. Bar staff was knowledgeable about beers and liquor offerings, which was helpful as we’re here from the US and wanted to try some local options. We finished our night with the sticky toffee pudding which was delicious. We will be back next time we’re in town!

We visited whilst in Manchester for the Great Manchester half, and wanted somewhere to eat some decent food after running. The place was great - it had outside seating for those wanting to enjoy the sun, and had cosy interior seating which was also nice. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and the food was good and reasonably priced. We had the roast (beef), garlic schnitzel and the gnocci, and all were great.

West Ivy

We had a nice evening. The staff was great, very polite, they cared about us. The was good, my chicken with waffles was to salty but 7/10. The rest of our plates were OK.

A fun place to go to for a meal . It is not too overpriced , waiting time was relatively short , food was decent and staff was lovely and polite - always around if needed . Would recommend :)

The food was good, I was unfortunately sitting with my back against a long window. It was a rather chilly spot. But everyone enjoyed themselves. And the family meal went off nicely.

service and atmosphere was perfect, just wasn’t a fan of the raw meat we got told it was a mix of herbs and spices, we requested to see an allergen sheet in which we could see these ‘spices’ that made my lamb pink, but the manager did a sudden 360 and stated he’s sorry and took it off the bill and said ‘my establishment doesn’t serve raw meat’ and replaced it but the second one came out worser than the first you can’t move this up😭
the staff were all very friendly and the manager rectified it but that meat was not cooked, we didn’t complain after the second time because we just couldn’t be bothered tbh but honestly pls work on ur lamb cos u can’t be serving that surely?
I get it can be abit pink but not the full surface area of the poor lamb

Really nice place.
Very friendly staff.
Good choice of the menu.

All round great afternoon.

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