Manchester Restaurants

Updated on 1/5/2025

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SCHOFIELD'S BAR

Diners’ top pick

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££££Price: Expensive

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Cocktail Bar

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4.9

(164)

The SCHOFIELD'S BAR story
With over 25 years of experience collectively, bartender brothers Joe and Daniel Schofield always had a vision to return to their home city of Manchester to open their eponymous venue;
SCHOFIELD’S BAR.
SCHOFIELD’S BAR graces the corner of Sunlight House, one of the most iconic buildings in the north of England.
The art deco masterpiece of architect Joseph Sunlight was the tallest building in Manchester upon completion during the 1930s, a decade of great importance for cocktail culture. An era of grand and luxurious bars, known for their hospitality and classic cocktails.
Please note that we are only able to accept a handful of reservations each day as we are a walk-in led venue so please do not be put off visiting us if you are unable to reserve. All reservations are only guaranteed 2 hours at the table.

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The Jane Eyre - Chorlton

££££Price: Moderate

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European

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4.9

(81)

We are a neighbourhood bar and small plate restaurant based on Beech Road, Chorlton.

BAR SAN JUAN

££££Price: Moderate

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Tapas / Small Plates

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4.9

(1,690)

FOR QUERIES PLEASE:
Call or preferably WhatsApp US.
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Hola!
Welcome to Bar San Juan.
​We are a Tapas Bar and Restaurant located in the beautiful South Manchester suburb of Chorlton.
Pick a spot, order a drink and enjoy the vibes whilst you wait to be seated.
​Bar San Juan is not just a restaurant with proper Spanish food, it s a place to relax and enjoy with the Spanish way of life: eat some tapas, drink cerveza and have some fun!
​San Juan is a tiled tapas bar with traditional decor, serving authentic dishes and imported beer and wine. We aim to provide a little piece of Spain in Manchester.
​Buen provecho!

The Old School BBQ Bus

Top-rated food

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££££Price: Moderate

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Barbecue

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4.7

(682)

In 2016 the Old School BBQ was born, using a freshly imported 1982 Bluebird International American school bus from Arizona as a mobile kitchen.
The bus was converted from a traditional seated bus to a fully functional kitchen, with smokers and griddles to cook low and slow BBQ food.  The OSB journey had begun, trading from humble beginnings on a local pub car park in Failsworth. 
Our little yellow bus soon became a familiar landmark and we became more and more popular with lunch goers who wanted freshly prepared, appetising food served with a smile.  Soon demand meant that we would be more often than not greeting our customers with a "sold out" sign, so it was time to expand.
So here we are, with a covered seated area serving our firm favourites, complemented with a fully licenced bar and WC facilities... did we mention the stage?  That's right, we also provide live music from various acts from near and far - we are sure you will find our eatery to be like no other! 

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Higher Ground

££££Price: Very Expensive

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British

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4.8

(777)

Higher Ground is a British bistro and bar located in Manchester city centre that focuses on seasonality within the UK using produce sourced from local suppliers and producers.
The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday at dinner and at lunchtime on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
At lunch a £40pp seasonal sharing menu is offered alongside an à la carte menu. At dinner, both an à la carte and a seasonal sharing menu at £58pp are available. Both menus are available when sat at the kitchen bar counter.
We often hold space for walk-ins at the kitchen bar counter so pop by and have some plates and a glass of wine!
Reservations of up to twelve guests are accepted via the OpenTable online reservation platform. For parties of 7x guests and over, the seasonal sharing menu is served.

ERST

££££Price: Expensive

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European

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4.8

(363)

A casual restaurant and wine bar in Ancoats, Manchester

Bruco

Top-rated hospitality

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££££Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.9

(29)

Bruco Italian Bar & Kitchen, Ancoats, Manchester. Serving up an authentic taste of Italy, with a menu of small plates and sharing dishes.

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STERLING BAR

££££Price: Expensive

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Cocktail Bar

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4.6

(196)

STERLING is a luxurious bar located underneath the historic Stock Exchange
Hotel. You can expect live music, vintage spirits, rare wine and elegant cocktails all
served alongside bar snacks.
Please note that we only able to accept a certain amount of reservations each day as we leave a lot of tables for walk-ins, so please do not be put off visiting us if you are unable to reserve.
We have a 15 minute grace period for each booking.
We are a seated venue only and all reservations are guaranteed 2 hours at the table.
We are an over 18's only venue and do not accept cash.

Hawksmoor Manchester

££££Price: Expensive

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Steakhouse

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4.7

(10,564)

Located next door to Spinningfields, we aim to serve the best steaks in Manchester. Sunday Roasts or for those looking for a casual bite, a set menu is available.

Blacklock Manchester

Great vibe

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££££Price: Expensive

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Steak

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4.8

(401)

Blacklock is a modern take of the Great British chophouse nestled in the corner of a Grade II listed textiles warehouse.
We take the best meat in the country from the award-winning farmer and butcher Philip Warren in Cornwall. We cook chops simply over our charcoal grill with a little help from vintage Blacklock irons and serve it all up alongside cocktails from the trolley and wine on tap in our subterranean chop mecca. On Sundays we serve a Roast almost as good as Mum's. We have limited spaces for Walk-ins, so we encourage booking in advance to avoid disappointment during busy times.
To find out more, do sign up to our newsletter and we look forward to warmly welcoming you soon.

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The Ivy Asia, Spinningfields

££££Price: Very Expensive

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Contemporary Asian

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4.8

(4,477)

On the second floor of The Ivy Spinningfields, Manchester is Ivy Asia. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.
Our menu takes you on a journey through Asia where you can enjoy sushi & sashimi, small dishes such as prawn tempura, and large dishes including the likes of slow-cooked pork belly and avocado crispy tofu. All our meals are the perfect match for our theatrical drinks and cocktails.
On the weekend, our vibrant destination comes alive with entertainment, music, and DJs, encouraging you to stay and play late into the night.

Dukes 92

Great budget-friendly spot

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££££Price: Moderate

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British

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4.4

(2,479)

Dukes 92 was originally a stable block for the horses delivering foods off barges to the Merchants warehouse opposite. From these humble begininngs the building now houses Manchester's original bar and grill which has been refurbished and extended three times since its opening in 1991 the space today is informal and airy with the buildings heritage being reflected in a subtle blend of antique furniture and modern fixed seating.
With its most recent refurbishment Dukes can now properly call itself a venue with two bars, three private events spaces, a grill restaurant, excellent smoking facilities, canalside terrace and balcony overlooking the canal basin. Dukes continued appeal relies on its ability to transform from a relaxed, family friendly environment by day to a vibrant and stylish bar and grill by night.
The space has been extended and refurbished since its opening in 1991 and inside its interior combines contemporary features and its trademark antique furniture.

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Almost Famous - Northern Quarter

££££Price: Moderate

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American

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4.6

(825)

Almost Famous burgers were born from a need for a super juicy dripping down your arms no nonsense burger – 100% prime cuts of beef, pillowy soft charred bun, melty cheese and creamy tangy sauces. We smash all these elements together to create the burgers we’ve been known for since day one. For larger bookings (8+), please email us on nq@almostfamousburgers.com