The Trafford Centre, Manchester

Ben's Cookies

Finally tried Ben’s Cookies at the Trafford Centre after walking past so many times — and they’re definitely worth the hype! The cookies are soft, gooey, and full of flavour. I went back for a box after just one bite! Great quality and friendly service — highly recommend! 🍪✨

Quick friendly service and nice cookies. Very reasonable prices for a bakery cookie, especially in the location. I don’t understand the hype over these cookies though unfortunately, you can definitely get better tasting ones for half the price. I expected more really after reading the reviews, maybe there just not for me.

The best cookies in Manchester by far. This is our go to stop for desserts whenever we visit The Trafford Centre. You get 7 very large and very filling cookies for £12, which is more than fair.

They have a decent variety, ranging from Triple Chocolate to Coconut. My favourite is the Triple Chocolate, followed closely by the Chocolate Orange. Their other flavours are also delectable, so you really can't go wrong.

Finally got to try Ben’s Cookies at the Trafford Centre after walking past so many times — and wow, they’re absolutely worth the hype!

Went there today and all the cookies looked amazing, but when i ordered and tried to pay with cash the man behind the counter told me it was card only which is completely understandable but he was just so rude about it. He was frowning the whole time like it was my fault he was working on a saturday. Cookies looked amazing though will definitely try next time.

Hello Oriental Trafford Centre

Wide range of Asian delicacies +delicious. Totally worth the money.
They have a huge sitting area which makes it comfortable after shopping walks. Kids friendly menu. Delicious 🍟. Bubble drinks are totally worth it. Won't mind visiting again

We visited Hello Oriental last night for dinner. The overall experience was okay, but a few things stood out — both good and not-so-great.

The Korean HOT Chicken Wings were spicy and sweet. Personally, I found the combination just average, but if you enjoy that sweet heat, you might like them more.

I ordered the Beef Ho Fun noodles — they were decent, not spicy at all, which I think could have been improved with a bit of kick or more flavour depth.

My wife had the Stir Fried Udon with Chicken. She thought it was just okay, but the udon noodles were too thick for her taste and quite heavy.

The drinks were a bit of a mixed bag — the Lucky Buddha beer was fine, but pricey at £6.50 for a pint. However, the Strawberry Fruit Tea was a lovely surprise — refreshing and full of flavour. Definitely the highlight of the drinks we tried.

The vibe of the place is lively and modern, but for the price (£46.50 for two mains, sides, and drinks), we expected a little more in terms of flavour and variety.

Would we go back? Maybe — mainly for drinks or to try something different from the menu.

Food was flavourful, we really liked the Xiaolongbaos and that it can be ordered as a mixture. We loved the mixture of veg, chicken, pork and beef baos. However, there were only 6 pieces of crispy pork on our rice dish, which was a little disappointing!

Food was great again.

We went to the Oxford Road location yesterday and the food was soooo good, whilst walking around Trafford Centre, it was a no brainer.

Compliments to the Chef - Ange, who we recognised from yesterday and the food was on the same level of quality.

The service and atmosphere was chilled and relaxed, with the scannable QR codes, meaning that there was no pressure of how quickly to order, so we could browse through the menu at pleasure.

Eddie was attentive, checking in every so often, but not badgering me whilst i had a mouth full of food, like what happens often at other places.

Overall, I think this will be our new go to date spot. The staff are warm and welcoming, the portions are reasonable for the price and the taste and quality hits the spot.

Thanks for having us, I’m sure we’ll see you again soon.

Simple and enjoyable experience. We picked this place after checking out the menu, which had a great variety. There was no wait for a table, and the staff were accommodating, even with our large pram and newborn. We ordered a mix of dim sum and main dishes — everything was flavorful and felt genuinely authentic. Prices were very fair, and we’d happily come back again

Hello Oriental

NICHI

A Must-Visit for Authentic Japanese Dining!
​Nichi at the Trafford Centre offers an exceptional dining experience that goes beyond delicious food. The moment you step in, you're greeted by a lovely atmosphere—it's the perfect spot for a relaxing meal, whether you're dining solo or with family.
​The food is truly the star of the show. I highly recommend the lovely bento box for a perfect sampler of their best offerings. Also, the beef Udon is an absolute delight; the noodles are perfectly cooked and the broth is rich and flavourful. A significant highlight is that Nichi is halal, making it accessible to many more diners.
​What truly sets this restaurant apart is the service. The friendly staff and family-friendly approach create a welcoming environment. The team offered excellent customer service from start to finish, demonstrating genuine care and attention to detail.
​If you're looking for quality Japanese cuisine with an inviting atmosphere and service that makes you feel valued, Nichi is the place to be.
​Key Highlights:
​Delicious Bento Box & Beef Udon
​Halal Options Available
​Fantastic Customer Service
​Warm, Family-Friendly Atmosphere

My sister's and myself chose to eat here today. It took a few minutes for someone to greet us, which was a lovely woman. Once seated she told us our server would be Charlie. Shortly after that he introduced himself and explained the menu, our first time eating there.
Excellent service, food delicious and beautifully presented. Charlie was fantastic with explaining the dishes to us, checking allergies.
Would highly recommend, definitely return again.

All the food was delicious and staff were happy to explain menu items and check in that you were happy with your meal. Our server was Yuto who was super friendly and attentive without making you feel rushed. Prices were reasonable considering the quality of the food!

We had a lovely birthday dinner at Nichi. The black cod, sushi rolls and lamb were all delicious and very fresh.    The service was friendly and attentive, especially from Kian and Pierre.  They even served us a complimentary birthday dessert platter for all 5 of us to celebrate the 3 birthday people.  Really enjoyable dinner and would recommend.

Food looked great, but more expensive than we thought. 4 stars for the meal cost.
Tempura Veg with 3 large chillies full of seeds, would of preferred other Veg for the cost of it.
£13.75 table service. Thats for bringing you the food!
Meal for 2 was over £125

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Slim Chickens

Best service I’ve received in the UK hands down especially from Macey who served us with great care and patience as I was with the whole family.

Aymen went out of his way to find us a table and seat us as a family and made went above and beyond to make sure we where comfortable as did Macey as well when she delivered our food to the table.

Food was really nice but honestly the service was incredible

Busy inside but food came out fresh and fast. I had the salad and it was a huge portion with coleslaw, crunchy onions, cucumber, cheese,carrot and croutons the rest of the family had strips and wings. The biscoff milkshakes were lush but the bottomless soda were flat and had a strange taste. Texas toast and variety of dips were a nice touch but not as nice as Raising Cains in America lol x Defo worth a visit tho

Slim Chickens at the Trafford Centre delivers a flavorful feast with Southern charm and fast service—perfect for casual dining or a quick bite. If you're craving crispy, hand-breaded chicken with a side of Southern hospitality, Slim Chickens at the Trafford Centre is a solid pick. Located in The Great Hall, this fast-casual spot offers a laid-back vibe and a menu packed with crowd-pleasers. The variety of 14 signature sauces means you can customize your meal to suit any taste, from classic ranch to bold Honey BBQ or fiery Hot Buffalo. Pair your tenders or wings with Texas toast, seasoned fries, or a creamy shake for a satisfying combo. The food arrives quickly even during busy lunch hours, and the staff keep things friendly and efficient. Prices range from £10 to £20 per person, which is reasonable given the portion sizes and quality. The restaurant also caters to different dietary needs, including halal options, making it accessible for a wide range of diners. Whether you're dining in or grabbing takeaway, Slim Chickens offers a consistently tasty experience. It's ideal for families, solo diners, or groups looking to refuel while shopping. If you're in the Trafford Centre and craving comfort food with a kick, this place is worth a visit.

Decent place. Nothing special. Fries were a little cold upon arrival. Tenders were small and the toast was decent. Best thing about it was the gravy mayo. The other gravy I got was okay. The refillable drinks are nasty, too watered down. Not really worth the price. I won’t be back for sure especially with the amount of food places the Trafford centre has to offer.

Ordered a 3 wings and 3 tenders meal. Food was tasty, delivered very quickly. Staff were brilliant, food very easy to order. Atmosphere was lovely, as is Trafford Centre in general. Toilets one minute walk away in the food court.

We serve chicken from a supplier certified as Halal by HFA.

Tru Street - Real Street Food

1st time we visited and it won't be our last! Not only is the food so tasty, but the variety is excellent. It's perfect if one of you want American style food, a juicy burger, ribs etc, and someone wants Chinese dishes. The 3 small Chinese dishes are great especially if you are undecided of what you want, and also delicious. Teriyaki chicken noodles and mac and cheese balls were out favourite! Reasonably priced and great service. Also a great bar and restaurant decor.

First time in the UK and was amazed how gigantic the mall is. The food options are endless. We were a party of 18 and the majority picked this place. The restaurant could definitely accommodate us and was impressed how the food was coming out fast. A good variety of various street food from all around the world. I got the Brooklyn Burger which was gigantic and filling. Coworkers enjoyed the steak and fries, noodles, wings, etc. I think we almost ordered the whole menu. The mojito was perfect....I could drink it all day. The place was clean and seating had an "outdoor" feel. It's buried in the food court, so look out for it next time you are in this endless mall! We definitely got our steps in walking back to the car lol!

I thought the food here was actually pretty decent. I enjoyed the choice of 3 small plates which enables you to sample a few different dishes, and the portions were enough to fill up someone with a good appetite!
Service was a bit slow, but it was very busy. Prices were acceptable though actually getting the bill took a while.

Visited at a good time, wasn’t busy and not many people so atmosphere was great and service was not rushed. Waiter was a star and really nice and friendly. Food was delicious, enjoyed it with my dad and little sister and they came in generous portion sizes. Although the menu is quite pricy and some items are overpriced as well imo. Food tasted fresh though and we enjoyed it all and took some for takeout as well.

Amazing little gem of a place! Located in a cluster of nice looking restaurants, this place is fab. Delicious food, and a great selection of street style meals.

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