Best Casual Restaurants in Manchester

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1. Refuge MCR

4.2

Awesome(1788)

££££Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Manchester

Booked 17 times today

From small plates to Sunday roast, our Dining Room menus take their influences from all over the globe. An informal, but informed setting for a weekly catch-up or a gathering of your nearest and dearest. Sleeves up, dig in.

2. Forbici

4.6

Exceptional(35)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Manchester

Booked 14 times today

Step into ForbiciDiscover the pizzeria where Napoli meets Manchester, craft meets art, and pizza lovers meet their match.We prepare our signature three-generation Biga dough to our not-so-secret recipe of 5.0pH with 12H of proofing at 24ºC, all to create a uniquely risen pizza with towering crusts of mouthwatering flavour.We cut our pizzas like the masters of Naples, four-ways - always - and with scissors.e use only the finest, fresh Italian produce to prepare our pizzas, bringing the taste of Naples to the bustling streets of Manchester.

3. Tast Catala

4.6

Exceptional(62)

££££Price: Expensive

• Catalan • Manchester

Booked 1 time today

At Tast, we want to offer an authentic Barcelonian experience, good product, good food and wine in a relaxed atmosphere with great service. We always look forward to welcoming our guests to make them feel comfortable and relaxed.Our venue is divided into 3 floors:Ground Floor: Terrace & Bar AreaFirst Floor: Restaurant Top Floor - Private Dining

4. Samsi

4.4

Awesome(96)

££££Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Manchester

Samsi is a well established Japanese restaurant in Manchester City Centre, situated in Regency House on Whitworth Street between Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road. Samsi features unique dining environments, with private dining in an authentic tatami seating area and optional karaoke, a horigotatsu recessed seating area featuring an impressive wall hung kimono and a main dining area with a romantic feel under beautiful sakura trees, with a view of Mount Fuji from Kyoto.The menu has a wide range of authentic recipe Japanese dishes and features show stopping sushi platters, which are excellent value for money! All food is freshly prepared to order using ingredients sourced from Japan and other local fresh produce.

A photo of Teppanyaki Chinatown restaurant

5. Teppanyaki Chinatown

4.5

Awesome(24)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Manchester

Our focus is to serve outstanding Japanese cuisine and to share with you our authentic teppanyaki cooking culture.We are all about the food and less of the gimmick.

6. Motley

4.5

Awesome(31)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Manchester

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of Manchester’s newest hotel, YOTEL, MOTLEY is a melting pot for locals and explorers alike. A home from home, with dialed back friendly service and great food and drinks.From lunch till late, the antipodean-style menu is filled to the brim with uncomplicated, kind to the environment and good for the soul dishes that are low-mileage, ingredient-led, homely, local and seasonal.

A photo of The Anthologist One St Peter's Square restaurant

7. The Anthologist One St Peter's Square

4.3

Awesome(75)

££££Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Manchester

Overlooking St Peter's Square, The Anthologist boasts an unrivaled setting right in the heart of Manchester. The Anthologist at One St Peter's Square will offer an everyday escape all-year round. From quick catch-ups over freshly ground coffee to relaxing after work cocktails in one of our many gorgeous spaces, sit back and relax and we'll take care of the rest.

A photo of No:55 Restaurant and Bar restaurant

8. No:55 Restaurant and Bar

3.7

Very Good(89)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Manchester

No.55 Restaurant & Bar celebrates the vast array of culture and diversity in modern Manchester to present healthy and inspiring British cuisine to our guests.The aim of our No.55 Restaurant & Bar is simple: to bring you comforting reassurance or an adventurous experience every time you visit.Led by our Executive Chef Tan Farrell, our expert team of chefs have carefully curated a menu which boasts an appetising selection of modern British grills, with plenty of vegan and free-from options available.We pride ourselves on championing local suppliers who are passionate about fresh, sustainably-sourced ingredients, and are constantly evolving our menu.

A photo of Slug & Lettuce Manchester, Albert Square restaurant

9. Slug & Lettuce Manchester, Albert Square

4.0

Excellent(5)

££££Price: Moderate

• International • Manchester

Located at the heart of Manchester city centre, The Slug and Lettuce, Albert Square is surrounded by some of the most beautiful architecture the city has to offer. Just a five minute walk from the main shopping area, we are the perfect destination to stop off for a tasty lunch or evening meal. With our newly refurbished restaurant and bar area, we are also the ideal place to begin any Hen party, stag night or special occasion!

A photo of Slug & Lettuce Manchester Piccadilly restaurant

10. Slug & Lettuce Manchester Piccadilly

3.7

Very Good(4)

££££Price: Moderate

• International • Manchester

A beautiful new bar located on Leeds Boar Lane - the perfect venue for celebrating a range of occasions.Whether it’s joining us for your morning coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner we can cater for all your needs. Our offers and promotions are for you to take advantage of. We boast a lively and friendly atmosphere; with modern and stylish dining areas and fantastic birdcage booths – perfect to book for a party or get together – and our amazing staff that are happy to help, whether it’s taking you through our amazing Cocktail Masterclass experience or looking after your party.

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James
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent quality food with quality ingredients and interesting soft drinks not usually found in the UK. Great atmosphere.
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ForbiciPrice: Moderate• Italian• Manchester
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4.6
T
Tony
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Jun 2025
Great space, superb service, plenty of different seating options. A focused but interesting menu, same for the wine list. Priced to keep the punters away which is a plus.
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Refuge MCRPrice: Moderate• Global, International• Manchester
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4.2
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Ryan
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 Apr 2025
Amazing vibe, great food, excellent service! Would recommend to anyone in Manchester!
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Tast CatalaPrice: Expensive• Catalan• Manchester
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4.6
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Van
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Oct 2024
Best Japanese restaurant in Manchester. Food is always freshly prepared and served by friendly professional waiters.
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SamsiPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Manchester
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4.4
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AlanJ
London •56 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2022
++ Great welcome, excellent food, the top (Imperial) set menu was good value at £47 - Not busy, and somewhat dated decor, so lacked atmosphere
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Teppanyaki ChinatownPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Manchester
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4.5

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