Spinningfields, Manchester

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Dishoom Manchester

I’ve eaten at Dishoom many times before, so this isn’t my first rodeo.

The building and décor are excellent — Dishoom always nails the atmosphere — but this visit really struggled on food quality.

Yes, it’s Indian food with a twist and not meant to mirror a traditional curry house, but for me the food felt overpriced and largely mediocre in both quality and range. This is purely based on my personal experience and expectations of Indian food, so no offence intended — just an honest take.

Food
•	Charred Lamb Chops – 5/5 for flavour and quality, but 3/5 on value. Nearly £20 for roughly 2.5 chops feels steep.
•	Bhel – Fine, but forgettable.
•	Vada Pau – Average, nothing that stood out.
•	Chicken Kathi Roll – Decent, but not memorable.
•	Mutton Pepper Fry – 1/5. Poorly executed and tasted far from fresh.
•	Tandoori Roti – 4/5. Perfectly fine.
•	Fresh Nimbu Soda – 3/5. More ice than soda.
•	No-Hafta Colada – Same issue as above.
•	Passionfruit Sherbet – Again, overly diluted.
•	Chai – 3/5. Very gingery. We were also not told it was unlimited, which felt like a miss.

Service
Some elements of our order arrived cold (or at least not properly heated), and there was no apology or acknowledgement, which was disappointing.

Overall
Dishoom is a solid option for a casual lunch or meeting, but it’s not for me anymore. For genuinely great Indian food, I’ll be sticking with the traditionalists where price, taste and choice will invariably win.

We visited Dishoom for the first time on a date night, and it was such a lovely experience. The restaurant itself is beautifully styled a little on the darker side, but the interior design is stunning and creates a really cosy atmosphere.

I don’t usually eat Indian food as I’m always worried it might be too spicy, but I was pleasantly surprised. Everything we had was very mild, full of flavour, and served in generous portions.

The staff were absolutely lovely and very helpful. When we first sat down, we felt a bit overwhelmed by the size of the menu, but our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything to us, which made choosing so much easier.

For starters, we had the veggie samosas, which were delicious. We then shared a Chicken Kathi Roll a big portion and full of flavour. For my main, I had the Murgh Malai, which was not spicy at all and paired perfectly with a garlic naan and yogurt sauces. It was absolutely delicious and easily my favourite dish of the night. My partner had the Chicken Berry Britannia and loved it just as much. Big up to sunny’s star-tini.

The portions were so generous that we didn’t have room for dessert, but we’ll definitely be back to try more because we had such a wonderful time and the food was outstanding. This was genuinely the first time in my life that I’ve truly enjoyed Indian food!

I don’t remember the name of our waiter, but he made our first visit even more special with his kindness and helpfulness. Highly recommend, and we can’t wait to return.

Brilliant meal in a Tapas style. Every dish was excellent would especially recommend the prawns which were outstanding. All the staff were great especially our server who was very attentive. Would recommend to book to avoid queuing. We will be back!

The best Indian dining experience I have ever had. Spectacular, mouth watering dishes from starters to desserts. Everything made from fresh, high quality ingredients, fantastic combinations of spices & flavours. Beautiful, cozy and authentic atmosphere/ ambience. Friendly, professional & attentive service. Highly recommend this restaurant and hope to come back soon!

In the waiting lobby we were provided with free cups of chai which enlightened our whole mood while the table was being arranged.
The place is too big.
We had Butter chicken(Chicken Ruby), Dal makhani and Mattar Paneer out of which I liked Chicken Ruby and Mattar Paneer the most.
Dal Makhani was okayish.
Prices were also decent.
Service and food quality was too notch.
A wonderful experience for Indians with perfect blend of Indian spices and aroma with perfect vibe of vintage Bollywood style.

Our lamb and chicken is Halal. Alcohol is served. Bacon is served on our breakfast menu. Ask a member of staff for details.

Dishoom

Great British burgers and homemade rosemary chips

Honest Burgers Manchester

The restaurant was amazing! The burger was delicious and fresh, the place was very clean, and the service was fast and professional. Everything was excellent from start to finish — I’ll definitely come back again! 🍔✨

Went here for work to assess the place and service as a mini presentation.
Atmosphere was lovely and music was nice and chill but quite loud in the toilets.
Server was very haply yo explain to us the menu and gave us information about drinks not on the menu.
Food was great! And we were served promptly. Very nice rustic minimalist aesthetic. I believe theres a roof terrace. They work with a lot of local suppliers which is really nice addition, they also mention all of these on their menu.

Wouldn’t typically write a review but I genuinely cannot believe the food we received via uber eats

The food was stone cold to start with, the chips were stale there was no chance they were fresh.

The burger they explained are served medium pink except this was a smash burger that was stone cold in the middle and felt slimy to touch.

Upon emailing the restaurant they blamed the uber driver for taking multiple deliveries (I live 10 minutes from the restaurant and the uber driver came directly from the restaurant to me) passing the blame on to the driver is quite shameful considering they also forgot part of our order as part of this which they didn’t acknowledge via email.

We enjoyed our meal at Honest Burger. The service was great and the food was perfect. I'd definitely eat here again

Everything was stale. I had dined in this place before, and this time I placed an order on Uber Eats, but they disappoint me more every time I give them another chance! I ordered two burgers and specifically asked for them to be well-done, but this is what I got. On top of that, the fries were stale too!

Unfortunately, we still don’t have a proper burger place in Manchester.

All of the chicken in our restaurants is halal. If you would like to see our supplier’s halal certificate please ask your server when you arrive. Halal products are stored separately with strict processes in place to stop cross-contamination. Halal chicken items are handled with separate utensils and gloves. Fried halal chicken burgers and wings do not share fryers with any non-halal items. Grilled halal chicken breast burgers are cooked on a reserved area of the grill separated by a grill divider. We do not offer halal beef at any of our restaurants.

12 of our restaurants (full list below) offer a halal Buffalo fried chicken burger. We will be rolling this out to more restaurants in the near future so watch this space. You can find our Buffalo fried chicken burger at Bank, Cardiff, Finsbury Park, Liverpool St, Manchester, Portobello, Reading, South Kensington, Spitalfields, St Katherine Docks, Tooting and Watford.

Honest Burgers

JustEat UK

UberEats UK

Comptoir Libanais Manchester

TLDR: Had the most wonderful time at Comptoir Libanais. Really impressed overall with the vibes, staff + food. I was there celebrating a birthday, and there was excellent service throughout, the food came out hot and fresh, and it was amazing. I even planned a little surprise birthday cake to come out, and it was executed perfectly. BIG shout out to Parker who sang Happy Birthday in the best way possible! ✨

Food: Highly recommend the mixed grill, if not, then the falafel wrap is a must. Alongside the main meal, a mezze sharing platter is a must (Baba ghanoush from here is my ultimate favourite). Baklava was lovely for a dessert (more on the very sweet side), but I think the mint tea stood out to me as a nice end to the meal.

Staff: Lovely staff! Again, massive shoutout to Parker, who was attentive, made great recommendations, explained things nicely and had a key attention to detail when bringing out the surprise cake. The other staff that came over were just as attentive and friendly which was impressive.

Price: I think for some, prices can seem a little higher than normal, however, I think for the portion size, the freshness that you get + the service, the price seems worth it. I would definitely pay again but only for a little celebration or a treat (if I can control myself and not go back again next week!).

Atmosphere: This is often overlooked but I think the venue of the restaurant is gorgeous. Absolutely stunning details, relating to the culture + heritage behind the restaurant and the food they serve. Really pretty for the aesthetic shots people want and love to take, and it never felt too overwhelming or rushed. Lovely.

We had a really quick pre-theatre dinner. The waitress was great, knowing we were short on time she rushed through our drinks and food. Though I noted the wait time for the Neighbouring table was very quick too. The service was excellent and the place itself is really atmospheric. The music was in-keeping with the aesthetic but not too loud, just right. The food… my word… it was delicious. Absolute 10/10. Will definitely revisit.

I had hours to kill for my flight so looked for a Lebanese restaurant in Manchester as I love this cuisine. The food was amazing! Fresh, high quality and cooked with care. The service was also excellent. Asking about allergies, explaining all the items on my mezze and just really attentive. The waitress Dwhani was so professional. I will
Definitely be back next time I’m in Manchester and have recommended it to all my friends there.

The venue itself was lovely, it really had a proper Lebanese feel, with lots of attention to detail and thought put into the design of the restaurant.

I ordered the chicken shawarma bowl, which was delicious, filling, and full of flavour. My partner had the meze platter for one, which she really enjoyed, and we shared the batata harra, these were especially good.

The bill came to around £45, but there was an automatic service charge of about 12.5% added. While the staff were friendly, I don’t feel the charge was justified. Service was quite slow even though the restaurant wasn’t busy – from taking our order, to bringing the bill, to forgetting our water. It was also difficult to get a waiter’s attention, which was frustrating. On top of that, they didn’t accept cash, which was a little inconvenient.

That said, the food was genuinely tasty, and I’d definitely come back again to try more from the menu. It’s just a shame that the service let down what was otherwise a really nice experience.

Good position, high quality food, with a great variety of meals to accommodate all dietary needs. Great tasty and delicious dishes at a fair sustainable price.
Wine and drinks menu with several options, including soft and alcohol free drinks.
Kind and professional personnel, capable of making you feel welcome and cared about with also suggestions and guidance in exploring the menu.
The owner and his staff make the difference, as you can feel their passion, their vibes and their attention in they taking care of all customers.
Highly recommended!

The meat in all of our restaurants comes from approved and certified halal suppliers. All our restaurants hold alcohol licenses.

Comptoir Libanais

Modern Australian food with Indonesian and Japanese influences

Australasia

A lovely spot with very nice ambience and seating, making it great for a date night. The food was pretty decent overall. The Indonesian prawns were really delicious and a highlight of the meal. We appreciated the bold move with the char siu black cod, a refreshing change from the usual miso cod, though it came across a little too salty for our Asian taste buds and felt slightly overpriced. The grilled short ribs were tougher than expected, as we were hoping for something more tender. Aside from those, the rest of the dishes were fairly average. Service throughout was friendly and good, which helped round out the experience.

We booked bottomless brunch at Australasia for my birthday and honestly had such a good experience. One of my friends was running really late but the staff were so accommodating, which I really appreciated. You get to choose 3 dishes from the menu. the portions look small at first, so I was a bit disappointed, but after finishing everything I was actually really full.

The food itself was amazing. We ordered the gochujang chicken, beef fillet, sweet & sour chicken and some sushi. everything was so fresh and full of flavour.

The drinks were tasty and refreshing, and they come in big bottles to share. For the first time ever, I didn’t feel sick after a bottomless because the drinks weren’t overly sugary like other places. There was a live singer too, and the whole atmosphere was amazing. We ended up staying for about 3–4 hours even though bottomless brunch is 90mins you can still stay and finish your drinks.

I liked the atmosphere, and that’s the only positive thing I can say. The portions are very small, and the food is mediocre. The service was awful and extremely slow. The main dishes for me and my husband were served at completely different times. I waited 50 minutes for my steak, and when it finally arrived, it was cold. When I pointed this out, we were told it would be removed from the bill, but it never was. We ended up paying, leaving, and we will never come back

What a lovely place, the service was great, and the food was hot, and soooo fresh and tasty.... they do put a discretionary service fee on your bill, but that's OK for me in this instance so left it on as the tip.
The food was nice... my only negative was the beef short  rib was a little chewy.... andni would have expected it to be as soft as butter.... BUT the rest was nice.

We stopped by Australasia for cocktails and had the best margaritas. Perfectly balanced—fresh citrus, smooth tequila, and just the right level of sweetness. Super refreshing and dangerously easy to drink.

The setting really elevates the experience: chic, relaxed, and beautifully designed, with a stunning bar that feels special without being pretentious. Service was attentive and friendly, making it an ideal spot to sit back and enjoy great drinks.

Our meat is not halal however we do have plenty of fish and vegetarian options.

Traditional English dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere

The Ivy Spinningfields Brasserie, Manchester

We had a fabulous pre-theatre dinner here at the Ivy. The staff, from front-of-house to the servers were exemplary and only matched by the dining experience. After cocktails, we started with the duck parfait and lobster soufflé, followed by the chicken bourguignon and the linguine.  Loved the vibe and decor here, especially with enough space around the tables so not feeling overcrowded. and will definitely be coming here again,  thankyou!

We were out visiting the Christmas Market a in Manchester and decided to visit The Ivy for a few cocktails. On arrival the production and styling of this venue is amazing so we thought we’d be able to enjoy a few drinks before heading home. We had a great seat at the bar and the place was buzzing. The seasonal cocktail list is limited and we wanted classics… We spotted a gentleman drinking what looked like a great Old Fashioned - perfect for the cold afternoon.

Who ever made that cocktail certainly did not make ours… Probably the worst cocktail we’ve drank in Manchester and there’s been a few!

The ‘Old Fashioneds’ arrived in a few minutes, clearly made with absolute no love, sugar syrup, half a glass of watery bad ice and a pathetic non existent garnish which the bartender put her fingers into the drink to try to squeeze yuk ! - If you don’t have time to make classic cocktails correctly  maybe better to advise alternatives in busy times?

However the best part of it was the price including ‘service’ £33 quid!!!

Well sadly, just goes to show the best wrapped presents are sometimes very disappointing.

Our first time dining at the Ivy. A very busy and classy restaurant. Cocktails to start, they were very good. The ambience was also very good and the service was excellent from our server Sophia, and we were also looked after by Andrew on the evening. They were both tentative and knowledgable about the suggested dining options. The sea bass was very tasty and the burger was excellent. Thanks also for the lovely surprise profiteroles to celebrate our anniversary. The food was lovely and prices reasonable. We will be calling again.

Food was ok, the chicken Milanese was a bit tough, had a hard time running my knife thru it. The Xmas special desserts however were pleasant. Good vibes in the restaurant, especially when there’re the Xmas decors.

We dined at The Ivy Manchester and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed, and the food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious.

A special mention goes to Max, who served us during our visit. He was incredibly attentive, friendly, and genuinely customer-focused. He made us feel very welcome, checked in at all the right moments, and ensured everything ran smoothly without being intrusive. His professionalism and warmth really elevated our dining experience.

Overall, a fantastic evening with great food and excellent service. We’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Manchester.

The Ivy

Hey Little Cupcake!

My daughter and I attended a stitch themed afternoon tea. The food was delicious....especially the cupcakes! Took home a few cakes for after dinner and also purchased a chocolate gluten free cupcake for my friend who also said it was absolutely delicious! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back. So much attention to detail and several other themes to try.
We were the only people in the cafe as all the other diners had come earlier than planned so not much of an atmosphere but my daughter and I still had a lovely time.

Amazing service from ordering my Daughters 5th Birthday cake, nothing was too much trouble after she changed her mind from Hello Kitty to Labubu! She absolutely loved her cake and it was yummy, as always! We dont visit Trafford Centre without going home with some rainbow cake its our favourite, The Second year I have ordered her birthday cake from here and it is well worth every penny and the travelling from Liverpool! The mini Minnie mouse cupcakes went down a treat too, perfect for parties! Thank you so much Hey little cupcake! :)

So I'm going to start this off with no fault of Hey Little Cupcake but my own for lack of understanding maths and how big the birthday cake was going to be that I ordered, I just picked the biggest size cause I thought that would be perfect for 30 kids...
Well the cake was absolutely huge and a massive hit the decorations were beautiful and we loved how Rapunzel's hair came down the cake to, we had so many compliments on the cake!
We got rainbow filling and when we cut into it was absolutely amazing.
The cake was lovely to everyone took extra and it tasted amazing.
Don't be like me though and order the biggest for 30 kids, my family will be eating cake for weeks now... 🤣 💛

We had a fantastic festive pop-up at Clarence House with Hey Little Cupcake. Sarah was brilliant — friendly, organised, and her cupcakes, brownies, blondies, and cookies were delicious and beautifully presented. She created a warm, festive atmosphere and we’re excited to welcome her back in March for Easter treats. Highly recommended!

Thank you Sarah!

- Isabelle

Such a lovely little place, I booked a surprise for my sister, mum, our children and myself. The staff was lovely, they also allowed me to bring a couple of bits for my son who has a Milk allergy, they displayed it on his own little afternoon tea stand so he didn't feel left out, which he absolutely loved! I have never seen him as made up as he was.
The communication from booking was fantastic.
Definitely recommend and definitely will be visiting when we are in Manchester again.
Thankyou Hey Little Cupcake 🍰🫖

Sunset by Australasia

We decided to have afternoon tea here as it looked different to your traditional options. We were not disappointed and it was absolutely divine! Excellent food and value for money wise it was great. Absolutely no complaints. All the staff were friendly and our waiter was very attentive and kept us topped up which we appreciated 🙂. The setting is beautiful and you feel like you are somewhere very special. Will definitely revisit.

The restaurant and setting is pretty for pictures. Food was just alright. Price for food? I'm pretty sure you can get better options if you're looking for exquisite food and better service with this price. We found a blue string/plastic on one of the dessert. Horrified. Maybe would come back for a drink just for the decorations ONLY but never again for food. :/ Staff was rude.

Used a gift voucher I had received for my birthday at weekend for afternoon tea. Went with my sister and was really looking forward to it. We don’t venture into Manchester much so wanted to have an early booking so booked for 12pm. Arrived and got to choose first table as only people there, sat down and once not from a far we became quite unimpressed with the standard of the restaurant. This is definitely somewhere made for “instagram” but in reality, the seats are stained and dirty, covered by blankets which weren’t much better. The cushions were the same. The table was sticky. The drinks menu was sticky and stuck together. It was £4.20 for a Diet Pepsi?! And because my sister didn’t want a normal tea from the bundle she had to pay £2.50 extra just for a flat white coffee. Drinks came and the waiter managed to spill the Pepsi over himself so had to replace it. Jug of tap water on table and the jug was all stained. Grateful they swapped out fish items to suit our allergies when I asked. Then savoury food came, nothing to rave about and definitely not filling. Sweet food came, and the items on the round circle shelves were vile. The other bits in the bottom tray were okay. Then I asked for another Diet Pepsi and he forgot about us for a good 45 mins, even though at this point there was only 3 tables with people on them. So when he remembered he brought us both a Diet Pepsi on the house. Asked for the bill and my voucher was taken off for the afternoon tea (£45) but the 2 diet Pepsis and a flat white ended up costing £16 something because they threw in a non optional service charge of approx £6.80 or something? Anyway by this point we was ready to leave, again waited nearly 20mins for him to come back with a card machine so ended up walking to bar to pay so we could leave. Wouldn’t go back. Wouldn’t recommend the afternoon tea.

Brilliant cocktails with exotic flavours!

Perfect place to celebrate special occasions, graduations and birthdays. A popular spot for a hen do. Welcoming to large groups.

Gorgeous and elegant outdoor seating area, nicely decorated with flowers and pretty greenery. Great for photo lovers. Located within walking distance of the city centre.

Snack food portions. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.

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Reviewed by @cesamargaux

Great place…. Food really nice…. Great drinks…… would have loved a larger cocktail menu and a bigger vegan food selection…… but well worth a visit!

BLVD Manchester

I’ve walked past this place a few times and finally decided to pop in.

It’s actually a really nice place inside, everybody is having a good time partying and singing and the DJ actually plays some decent tunes unlike other places.

My only complaints are that the drinks cost a bomb for what you’re getting and the chairs near the bar are way too small, they dig into your side and unless you’re a skinny model, you cannot fit.

Great spot..quick visit 2 drinks no issues noisy vibe no security on at time as early. Busy. Staff nice

We hired BLVD Manchester for a corporate party this summer, Layla & the team were FANTASTIC!
A special shout out to the Assistant Manager who was superb in really looking after my Executive team, they commented on how attentive the team were looking after everyone.
Layla worked with me in great detail to deliver what we set out to achieve, they were so incredibly flexible, which is a rarity with venues nowadays. They allowed us to choose our own champagne arrivals, created cocktails to match our branding (very well received) and even worked with us to create a themed food menu, which everyone was blown away by the quality of!

I came in recently to check out the new menu and was pleasantly surprised. There’s a nice mix of familiar favorites and some creative new additions. You can tell some real thought went into updating the options.

I tried the Boneless Jerk Chicken, and it was excellent, flavorful, and well-cooked. The Mac& cheese was also a standout. Portion sizes are fair, and the pricing feels reasonable for what you get.

Service was friendly as always, and the staff seemed excited about the new offerings, which was nice to see. Overall, a great refresh that makes me want to come back and try more.

Definitely worth a visit if you haven’t been in a while.

Bottomless brunch & old skool bingo, food was nice, drinks were good but along wait for service so didn't feel the bottomless brunch was worth the money. Old skool bingo was brilliant & atmosphere was amazing. Overall a good night

BLVD

KAJI

Absolutely Perfect! Exceptional Food & Service. Kaji delivered an incredible start to our Saturday night. The vibes were great, the music was fantastic, and the food was outstanding—especially the bread, oysters, lamb chops, sashimi, and chips.
Special five-star praise goes to our front-of-house server / manager, Rachel. When our original mushroom order was taken by another table, she went the extra mile and kindly brought us the sashimi for free to cover the inconvenience. This level of service is rare and truly appreciated. Thank you, Kaji! We'll be back.

The food was delicious and surprisingly filling. The lobster was my favourite it was so soft and buttery like a cloud. The milk bread starter was also perfect. The potatoes were a miss but does not take away from the 5* at all, service was great and I felt well attended to. Drinks were also pretty nice

I booked Kaji’s 12-course Chef’s Counter with wine pairing as a birthday gift for my fiancé. The food was outstanding — bold in flavour, beautifully presented, and each dish showed real creativity and finesse. Our server was warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the menu. Her pacing and thoughtful descriptions made the whole experience feel personal and welcoming. My rating for service is in no way a reflection of her or the chef’s work — they were excellent.

Unfortunately, the evening got off to a disappointing start. We were told on arrival that the wine pairing wasn’t available, with no prior notice or suggested alternative. It felt like a key part of the experience had been dropped. We spent time choosing a bottle of wine from the menu, only to find it wasn’t available either. By then, I was frustrated and let down, which coloured the beginning of the evening.

It was only my fiancé’s calm reassurance that helped me relax and enjoy what should have felt celebratory. While we were offered an apology, a small gesture — like a complimentary glass of fizz — would’ve softened the disappointment. When a venue describes itself in terms of finesse, those finer details matter.

Think it is more based on aesthetics actual food and quality is below average especially for the price . I had raised to the server that the sashimi was not that great , and I was replied back with that’s how it is. I’ve eaten at many top restaurants the service was not great nor the food . I’d not recommend  this to anyone . It’s only good for pictures .

Update * since eating from here I have had loose stools and now vomiting - think I have had food poisoning . I will take a stool sample and report this place . I’m greatly perturbed by the situation.

Me and my Husband decided to visit this restaurant finally after the revamp from Muzu and we were very impressed with the food! Everything was super fresh and packed with delicious flavour. My Waguy was cooked to perfection, made me very happy. The cocktails and wine were to a high standard which is always a must for me personally. Service was also super friendly and timely could not fault anything. The meal was pricey but good value for money as everything was delicious and high standard. Was perfect for a romantic date night. Me and my husband are definitely looking forward to visiting again soon.

KAJI Restaurant and Bar 

Thaikhun

A really nice place to come and relax and eat good food. You can make a reservation before coming or just walk in and they should be able to offer a table.

The staff members were very lovely and the food and drinks came really quickly which I really liked. The atmosphere was great apart from some people who were a bit loud but still really enjoyed my visit.

Would definitely come again!

Was gifted a cookery class for my birthday.
Everything about this experience was so well organised. Layla & Noon were our tutors, instructions were clear,  areas were well organised & it was very smooth & professional. The results were amazing. Would definitely recommend if you love cooking.

Very authentic and traditional. If you enjoy beer, you’ve got to try their Singha pint it’s like you’re enjoying a cold beer on a tropical island! Took me back to home ❤️ truly enjoy the flavour and warm atmosphere ❤️

Gorgeous little space. Decent food lovely vibe lots of special touches..great location. Will return..staff service brilliant. What a great little place for some food. Loved it

My sister and I attended a Thai cookery experience at Thaikhun in Soinningfields Manchester.
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole session. It was very well organised starting with a hot drink on arrival and a cocktail or mocktail with the main course that we had cooked.
Noon and Layla were excellent teachers, explaining all the ingredients and processes in detail and making the whole experience interesting and enjoyable.
I would highly recommend this as a fun thing to do with family and/or friends. We left with an apron, a book of recipes, a 15% discount voucher for the restaurant and leftovers from the starter and main course we had cooked.

20 Stories

Dinner with the most fabulous views of Manchester. After our son completed the Manchester Half Marathon, we wanted to eat somewhere nice to celebrate. We booked 20 stories the evening before. The decor & service great. Nice selection of professionally made drinks. Food delicious, 3 out of the 4 of us had the beef Sunday roast, excellent value at £26. It came with a side of cauliflower cheese, clean plates all round. Would highly recommended even going for drinks as they have a fab outdoors area with blankets and heaters too.

The ambience is amazing and very elegant.
We attended there for my birthday celebration and the staff were very welcoming from the start to the end of our visit.
Our waiter  ,Nancy, was brilliant! From explaining the food , making recommendations and taking extremely good pictures of us. The service was excellent, quick and stress free. She made our evening and the meal more enjoyable.
We got 2 starters and 2 mains. Unfortunately the food does not meet the standards of the atmosphere as it was quite bland. I would not advise you to order the chicken dishes as we found it quite bland ( no taste, no salt).However,  their seafood was better and delicious. I got the prawns.

Their terrace is perfect for a hot summer day or night meal, but if you don’t smoke or can’t stand the smell you might want to sit inside.

We went to the blackout / candlelight evening on Sunday. Food was pretty good and it was a set menu. My husband enjoyed his more than myself. I’m vegan and the food was good 7.5/10 but I wasn’t full! I felt like going for a bag a chips afterwards!!!  The main course was little more than a small potato and a medium sized beetroot!

A shame because the place was lit beautifully and the views of Manchester were superb.

Our server Daniel needs a huge mention and recognition as we both felt he was outstanding. He was lovely and very attentive without being overbearing. He had the knack of knowing when to chat and offer service and was personable and respectful and polite. Had a great manner and was a credit to the restaurant.

We would definitely return but would hope for a better menu. After all it was £100 per person and to leave unsatisfied was a disappointment

Really nice place, the view is great (even if the day was very rainy and foggy, the Christmas set menu was class, I had the terrine (lovely), the steak (great, both the taste and the preparation, as well as the veggies) and the dessert was the best of it all, a sticky toffee pudding which was massive and delicious at the same time! The price for the 3-course meal was great too, just £45.
The atmosphere was a bit lacking, but that is usually down to the surrounding people, it was still decent.
Service from out waiter was really good and it was a nice touch that they remembered everything and where each dish was going, however they barely came to us for any drink orders, I had to wait and wave to get another beer, so 4 stars it is.

Went here for lunch as a mother and daughter treat. I was struck immediately by the wonderful atmosphere and decor of the place. The staff were welcoming and helpful. Our waiter, Kumar, was incredibly helpful and attentive, ensuring we had the best time. We ordered olives and mains: sea cream and trout followed by a shared dessert. The food was perfect and the summer signature cocktails went so well with everything. We couldn't find fault in our time here at all.

Topkapi Palace

Had lunch on a weekday, food was delicious - had the mixed starters which are mostly dips with flatbread to dip in. Main was a baked aubergine dish with tomatoes, rice and a really nice salad. We paid just over £20 each for starter, main and a soft drink on the lunch specials. Service was a bit slow at the end even though restaurant wasn’t busy, they do have takeaway side if you’re in need of faster lunch.

I work across from Topkapi Palace and have had my eye on this place for AGES!! Me and my husband bit the bullet this evening, and I was definitely impressed. The portion sizes were quite large, the meat was tender, food was out quick… what more could you ask for?

The mixed kebab here was wonderful.  The staff actually listen to what you want. Looking forward to returning! Highly recommended.
Second visit I are in the takeaway. Very poor in comparison to the restaurant and the staff were rude.

A great spot for authentic Turkish cuisine, offering delicious kebabs like the doner and tasty sharing platters. The portions are generous, and the cozy atmosphere makes it a nice place to dine.

If you're craving grilled meats and mezze, this is a solid choice in the city!

I had a great experience thanks to the amazing service from  Sehar Khan one of the staff members. She was polite, professional, and really attentive to every detail. Her attitude made the whole dining experience much better. You can tell she genuinely cares about the customers. Definitely one of the best employees I’ve come across — she deserves recognition.

Habbibi - Manchester

My friend and I had dinner at Habbibi Manchester yesterday and it was absolutely amazing. The staff, the food, the welcoming atmosphere, the music, everything was perfect. We arrived a few minutes late but the staff were incredibly accommodating. Our waiter, Shimmy, was so nice and genuinely hilarious. He made the whole experience so much fun and really lit up the room. The restaurant’s aesthetic was beautiful as well, which added to the vibe. Overall, we had an amazing time and I’d definitely recommend Habbibi to anyone.

I have been eating here regularly since the end of 2024, but since the menu changed, it is not as good as before, especially the rib-eye, It lacks the smoky flavor it once had and is often overcooked after the menu changing, Some dishes that used to be good like sea bass or mushrooms on bread, many good dishes have been removed.
The newly added padron peppers taste different every time I order them. Sometimes they have sauce, sometimes not. I think it would be better no sauce. And ribeye, the quality of meat varies greatly, sometimes it is very good, sometimes it is not that good.(most of the time is good though)

There are also mushroom sauce and chimichurri sauce. I personally don’t like the taste of black truffle in mushroom sauce. The mushroom sauce before was good enough. The chimichurri sauce today may have too much lemon or vinegar?(I’m not sure) which is a little different from usual. I think the previous one tasted better, and there has a little bit smoky taste in chimichurri before.

From my personal point of view, if a restaurant wants to retain long-term diners, it needs to maintain consistency. Only by innovating on the basis of consistency can it attract more customers.

But in general, this is a great restaurant where you can taste the food culture of different regions from the taste of the food. This is the first time I have experienced the team's goal in formulating the menu to allow guests to experience different regional cultures.

We visited last month with the first table 50% off deal. We tried a few different dishes and each one was delicious.  We had the Muhammad with haloumi, oadron peppers, octopus with roast potatoes, bread and flat iron steak. Every thing was delicious, service was attentive, friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was great and welcoming. I highly recommend it.

As you walk towards habibbi you notice the lit front where a flame burns which gives you an inviting warmth be nice to have both on. Front of staff are so welcoming and friendly, entering the place did have to wait as the lady was not there it would be nice to have something to bring to the attention of staff that customers have arrived. Seated in a beautiful booth overlooking the restaurant such a classy look, everything was clean and crisp. Given the menus and time to select what we wanted to eat. It would be nice if the server interacted with us to let us know what selection there is on the menu. We didn’t have much interaction with the server and it would be nice to be shown to different areas of places. We wanted to go to the terrace(side outdoor seating) told twice as we asked about where, wanted to do Shisha and have our hot drinks and deserts on the terrace, given directions instead of taken. Little things that makes the service charge worth paying as it’s about 12%.

We ordered a lamb and chicken main. Portions were small especially the chicken option and lacked a kick. Lamb needs some option of gravy or something as although it fell off the bone, needed some gravy to bring it to life. We did find ourselves hungry after, honestly speaking. Food definitely needs some innovation and brings a sizzle to it, as it lacked that edge or kick that calls you back.

I think because we were hungry the deserts also felt small. Deserts were delicious and cannot fault it honestly. Server did forget my hot drink so had to prompt if he put it through. Again had to ask for some sugars. Server did ensure he recommended shisha flavours and asked if everything was good. Overall lovely evening hope above can be taken into account to improve further the lovely place and staff it is and hope to see it through the reviews.

Generally, a good experience - we ordered the bang bang chicken for starters ( which was real tasty).

However, the lamb cutlets we ordered for the main, didn’t really have much going on with it. No real flavour to it and not worth the price tag.

Abit of seasoning to the lamb would have been nice. Staff were real friendly.

Scene Indian Street Kitchen

Beautiful place - enjoyed my first experience at Scene. Service, Quality of food and decor was 10/10. A quick prompt service also the waiters were ever so lovely and got us whatever additional things we may have required. To top it off the weather was beautiful so it was nice eating outdoor. Everything was delicious - couldn’t fault it. Thank you guys for a great service.

Atmosphere and interior is amazing. Service is good and the wait for food isn't long. Only came here for a quick lunch with little appetite, but it was definitely worth it! Food was nice, seasoned very well and dishes are authentic. The menu is quite pricey so if you come here make it a big evening meal/late lunch. Seating by the canal outside is lovely in this weather, shisha and tea is also served at the entrance area but there is a shisha-free zone for food. Highly recommend and will be visiting again with an empty stomach!

Lovely high end Indian cuisine. The Lamb was mouthwatering and oozing with flavours.

Highly recommend the grilled meat for two, it was delicious and the masala chips was to die for.

The decor and atmosphere was fantastic and the waiters did a great job.

Overall a brilliant experience and eating fantastic food.

In addition I asked and they surprised my mrs with a lovely little Birthday desert.

Location by the water and in amongst other restaurants is perfect, large outdoor areas front and back.
Decor and ambience is spot on.
The menu is huge and everything I ordered tasted great.
For some the food could be on the spicy side as there is a lot of fresh chilli on many dishes so just ask for less or more
Even the dessert was surprisingly good

There is a bit of a wait for food to be served but if you come when it’s quiet, the atmosphere isn’t bad. I did feel as though the last time I went out of the others the quality fell slightly, although I would visit again and recommend.

Scene

Zizo's Gelato

Enjoyed some lovely rolled ice cream - hand made in front of us. Could be a queue for this one. Expensive but worth the spectacle

Excellent ice cream! I had the strawberry and white chocolate rolls.

A little on the expensive side, but still worth it in my view. The staff were very helpful too!

Smooth rolled out ice cream I 100% recommended and reasonable price worth the wait (in queue) :DD I ordered a bubble waffle (soft “bread?” ) a rolled out ice cream (he put a lot of effort on it+smooth ice cream) a milkshake (really favourable) if you ask me to pick one disadvantage it will probably be the lack of workers to help the shop run more efficiently but overall it is awesome!!!

Everything served here is amazing!!! And the staff are so friendly. Adding the hot Nutella sauce on top of the ice cream is a must! 😍

This place is amazing! everything tastes soo good!! Strawberry Ice cream rolls will change your life 👌🏻

The Blues Kitchen Manchester

I had an incredible experience at The Blues Kitchen Manchester. The food was absolutely amazing - genuinely the best BBQ and cornbread I’ve ever had. Everything was full of flavour and really well prepared, and the prices are excellent for such high-quality dishes.

The drinks menu is also fantastic with plenty of great options to choose from. Another huge plus is that the place is dog friendly, which made the visit even better.

Service was outstanding from start to finish - friendly, attentive, and really welcoming.

Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and great service!

We went to The Blues Kitchen days ago and I can't stop thinking about the sweet potato and peanut curry that I had, it was delicious, beyond outstanding.
The place itself is quirky, old school vibez, everywhere you look there is something to admire and take in.
It's very loud, there's loud music and a bustling scene, so if you are hard of hearing, this place may not be for you, but I loved it!

We had a fantastic time at The Blues Kitchen Manchester! Our server Emily was absolutely wonderful — so friendly, full of energy, and really attentive throughout the evening. She even gave us the discount even though we forgot our keyring, which was so kind of her! The food and drinks were amazing too. Great vibes, great service, and such a lovely atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!

The food was good it was a shame the fries were cold but Jordan sorted it out really quickly. The starters were really very good had the ox crocks and tuna tostada bothe excellent for main taco salad and pork belly also cooked well and for dessert the cookies the service was excellent well run   Just a good basic food well done

I visited Blues Kitchen recently and while the food was really good, the service is what truly made the experience exceptional. Kayleigh was absolutely incredible from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely looked after throughout the meal. Her energy and professionalism added so much to the atmosphere, and she went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect.

Great food, but Kayleigh’s service is what will bring me back. A real credit to Blues Kitchen!

The Blues Kitchen

Tattu Manchester

Diana was amazing, explained the whole menu to us and and our food was served very quicky. I enjoyed the meal.

I really wanted to experience the beauty of this restaurant and reserved it for 4 people but instead of being in a spot where we could see the atmosphere we were in a small booth. It was nice as it was private and elegant but we couldn't see the main attraction and it was so dark in the booth that we couldn't take any good photos even with the flash on.

I ordered the desert at the start but had to wait an extra 10mins at the end for it which was quite frustrating as my two friends didn't order a desert. Then the pudding was small with 3 tiny slices of pear. The food portions were quite small for the price and they added extra expenses. Such as £5 for water. We thought it was free as they offered it to us. Also a service charge of £27.  In total every cost £244 which is way more than it was worth. The duck rolls were tiny, and I only got 3 for £13. Honestly I won't be going back, I ended up ordering a food delivery later that night because I was still hungry.

It is a nice experience but I've been to a lot of restaurants that give much better value for money

Excellent experience at Tattu. The food, atmosphere, and staff were without fault.

Diana looked after us and her service was exceptional. She took the time to welcome us, talk us through the menu and assist with my allergy order. She was very professional, friendly, and extremely accommodating.

A perfect experience from start to end!

Incredible atmosphere and aesthetic.
Came here for an anniversary and it did not disappoint.
The aesthetic of the restaurant is beautiful, it is definitely a show stopper.
Their attention to detail was impeccable.
The cocktails were amazing, standard price for cocktails in Manchester.
The food was also very good, I especially recommend the scallops, 10/10.

Definitely recommend this spot for special occasions, it is bound to impress anyone.

Visited for lunch and we were served by Lina who went above and beyond and really made our visit memorable. I have dined at Tattu numerous times but haven’t been back in a couple of years and it’s great to see the standards haven’t slipped. We had the lunch menu which is really good value for money. Everything was cooked to perfection and you could tell it was all fresh. Thank you for a lovely afternoon Tattu. We will be back. X

Tattu Manchester is one of the best Chinese restaurants I’ve ever been to. The food was absolutely delicious — the highlight for me was the sea bass fillet steamed, which was cooked to perfection. The staff were very friendly and provided excellent service throughout our meal.

The restaurant itself is beautifully designed, creating a great atmosphere for dining. Prices are a bit on the high side, but definitely worth it for the quality of the food, the stunning interior, and the attentive service. I would definitely come back here next time I’m in Manchester.

Tattu

Cafe Istanbul

The vibes were really nice and the music was lovely too. The staff were super quick and really friendly. The food was nice too - my wife and I were on a date and it felt lovely.
I will say that the meal was incredibly expensive for what we got though. The portions were great but, for this price, I'd expect the flavour to blow me away. It tasted nice but didn't have me screaming for more again. I'd definitely still come back again but maybe I'll choose something different to test the waters.

Iskender (lamb) very tender and tasty. The first time I came here and enjoyed the experience. Friendly staff and I felt like in Bucharest where we have a lot of such Turkish restaurants! Congratulations, it was tasty. Price for menu @50e per person.

Another amazing food experience 😋😍 we tried various starters, which was tasty 😋😀.
Would definitely recommend it. Will be looking forward to my next visit. Very friendly and attentive service and staff 💓

Even though I was the only customer they worked at an excruciatingly slow pace. The chicken and garlic sauce were tasteless and the wrap was bland. The chips were fresh but unremarkable. Toilets weren't cleaned well.

A wonderful experience at Cafe Istanbul! The food and service were divine, and the atmosphere was perfect. It's an ideal spot for an evening with family and friends

Frite

Originally chose the New Yorker (£10) but the allergen menu showed I couldn’t have it, so I switched to the Animal (£13).

A mix of chicken and steak — the steak was well seasoned but chewy, and the chicken was cooked well though quite salty.

The hot cheese sauce with crispy onions and coriander brought the flavours together nicely, and the chips were perfectly cooked.

We had to try out The French one and it didn't disappoint 😍 the truffle mayo paired with the freshly shaved parmesan 🤌🏽 honestly just wanted more of this after. The Indian consist of chips loaded with the most flavourful butter chicken! A combo that works so well and not ever seen before! Had to also go for the American which consisted of thinly sliced and soft steak pieces tossed with onion and peppers topped off with the most tastiest cheese sauce! The meat was so lovely and tender and the portion was just right Definitely one to try out whether it's a quick lunch or you need to satisfy those chips cravings 🤤

Many people have recommended it, and there was quite a queue during lunchtime. There’s no table service—you order and then pick up your food. I had the American for £12; the portion wasn’t very big, but the fries were quite filling. Overall, the taste was good, though the price is a bit on the high side. It mainly caters to office workers in the area. Worth a try.

The fries here are absolutely top notch!! Fresh hot and perfectly seasoned. Each bite is a delightful crunch. The in house sauces are exceptional. My favourite being the French!!! Parmesan with truffle mayonnaise is delicious

The katsu didn't disappoint and the Phily fries were very cheesy. The meat is Halal and they provide a generous portion of fries (could do with more meat for what one is paying).

Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill Manchester

The lunch was great, it was our first time here so we were very confused the waiter helped us a lot with understanding the set menu. Food is great and very filling. Gustavo helped us in a very calm and collective way that was easy to understand. The waitress Lene was very helpful and very nice about asking us how the food is. It's been a pleasure to be here. They were very generous with slices of meats and the birthday cake were lovely.

Came here for my birthday with my partner . We were assigned to Rugen who oversaw everything . He was precise and ensured we were ok. I liked that there was a variety to choose from which I enjoyed , the ambiance was giving , the food was delicious and the drinks nice as well. Overall I did have a beautiful  outing , it was my first time here but won’t be the last. I don’t know much about parking but I don’t think I’d be driving here at all .

Such an amazing dining experience! We went for the Indulgent Fazenda Experience, which came with unlimited meat, unlimited side dishes (cold and hot) + a seafood dish + a dessert. The side dishes selections were extensive and tasty. It was so so so yummy. Service was amazing - they have a really good system where they approach with the meat, and then also your dedicated waitress or waiter checks in for further side dish or drinks orders. The meats were so yummy - garlic steak was our favourite! For my indulgent dish I got the scallops and they were literally so delicious. The drink selection was also really good, and I got a mocktail that paired perfectly with it. And all the meat (other than the pork) is halal so! Definitely worth a visit

I had a wonderful dining experience at Fazenda! The food was absolutely delicious — everything was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was warm and elegant, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal.

A special thanks to Ameen for the outstanding service — he was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our visit. Truly top-notch hospitality!

Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a lovely ambiance.

Came here for our anniversary meal and it honestly was the best meal we have had! The staff were incredible throughout the night, and whilst we didn’t get their names, the young, blonde lady and the middle aged, olive skinned gentleman who served us a glass of bubbly each were amazing. The food is to die for and trust me you will not be going hungry when you leave. Thank you for making our night an unforgettable experience!

We do offer a halal selection, yes. You can take a look at our halal rodizio selection on page 11 on our Food Menu. All halal options are clearly marked in our menu.

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