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1. The Cut & Craft Manchester

4.4

Awesome(178)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Manchester

Booked 74 times today

Housed in a Grade II*-listed building originally designed by famed Mancunian architect Edward Walters, British Steak Restaurant The Cut & Craft Manchester has taken over the final extravagant palazzo style building in the city.Open now serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks seven days a week, with late night drinks table service until 130am on Friday and Saturday nights.

2. Cibo Manchester

4.3

Awesome(293)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Manchester

Booked 73 times today

Cibo Manchester is set to redefine luxury dining. Housed in a Grade II listed building renowned for its breathtaking architecture, our new restaurant seamlessly marries Cibo's renowned chic and glamorous interiors with the timeless elegance of panelled wood, marble tables, plush velvet textures, and opulent chandeliers, elevating Manchester's dining scene to unparalleled heights of sophistication.

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3. Piccolino Caffe Grande Manchester

4.6

Exceptional(789)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Manchester

Booked 55 times today

Manchester’s stunning Piccolino Caffe Grande sits on Clarence Street, just off Albert Square and overlooking Manchester’s iconic Town Hall. It’s a fittingly-impressive location for our elegant restaurant which boasts an open kitchen, wine boutique, cocktail bar, oyster and caviar bar, Juicery, and a large alfresco terrace facing the Town Hall.Italy’s diverse cuisine is the heart and soul of Piccolino in Manchester. We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. As you’d expect from the best Italian restaurants, Piccolino in Manchester offers a menu of Italian classics with a distinctly modern twist. At Piccolino, passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood, all delivering pure classic Italian flavours.

4. Higher Ground

4.8

Exceptional(922)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• British • Manchester

Booked 32 times today

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 £60pp 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.

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5. Lucky Cat - Manchester

4.6

Exceptional(242)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Manchester

Booked 28 times today

In the centre of Manchester, Lucky Cat is a vibrant Asian eating house inspired by Tokyo’s drinking dens and 1930s Shanghai.Expect bold small plates, sushi, and robata-grilled dishes, crafted with precision and flair. With a buzzing open kitchen, striking interiors, and expertly mixed cocktails, Lucky Cat delivers an unforgettable dining experience in one of the city’s most exciting neighbourhoods.

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6. Home Chinese Manchester

4.8

Exceptional(175)

££££Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Manchester

Booked 25 times today

An authentic but unassuming experience of Chinese cuisine with a modern twist. Specialising in Cantonese, Sichuan and a Dim Sum menu served until 5pm every day. Emphasis on fresh produce, best quality ingredients and ever changing specials menu, we are trying to change the game. A Fully licensed bar, with a carefully curated selection of spirits, an expressive wine list and a specially designed cocktail offering. Menu - https://www.homechinesemanchester.com/general-8All reservations will be held for 15 minutes after which the tables will be released. Parties of 7 and above will require a deposit to secure the booking. Please call or email.

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7. Sicilian NQ Bar & Bistro

4.2

Awesome(711)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Manchester

Booked 13 times today

Sicilian neighbourhood Bar and Bistro in Manchester Northern Quarter.

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8. Hard Rock Cafe - Manchester

4.4

Awesome(3647)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 40 times today

Enjoy freshly prepared American classics like our world-famous Legendary® Burgers, Smokehouse specialities, flavourful Salads and mouth-watering Desserts. Quench your thirst at our bar, with authentic cocktails, a great draught selection, and incredible Happy Hour offerings, we have something to suit everyone’s taste buds!Be wowed by our walls adorned with authentic, one-of-a-kind memorabilia from decades of music history, featuring items from British music legends and international stars alike. Located in short walking distance of Manchester Arena, The National Football Museum, Arndale shopping centre, Royal Exchange Theatre & Manchester Cathedral.

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9. Almost Famous Manchester

4.7

Exceptional(29)

££££Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Manchester

Booked 19 times today

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

10. Evelyn's

4.5

Awesome(2061)

££££Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Manchester

Booked 15 times today

Now walk-ins only for Brunch, with Dinner bookings from 5pm & all day SundayEvelyn’s is an easy-going local restaurant serving brunch classics by day and refined, small plates by night. With the kitchen centred around a charcoal Inka grill, live fire cooking adds personality to the dishes, taking inspiration from Levantine and Pan-asian favourites. A go-to for the local neighbourhood and travellers alike, the food is seasonal and humble while the intimate setting ensures that the focus is on the food and experience. Evelyn’s accepts bookings for Dinner (from 17:00) and all day Sunday (full roast menu), with Brunch operating on a walk-in basis. Below Evelyn’s, The Daisy is a Parisian Pigalle-inspired bar with local resident DJs playing every weekend. Enjoy 20% off your bill pre- or post-dinner when you show your reservation. Expect late-night escapism with a plush, loft party energy and a refined drinks menu. The Daisy welcomes walk-ins, but booking is highly recommended.

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AndrewVIP
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
All good, service fine until end, waited for bill and then receipt for way too long
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The Cut & Craft ManchesterPrice: Expensive• British• Manchester
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4.4
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Emmanuel
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It was my first date in a while and i was keen on making a really good impression.. which i believe i did, she enjoyed the food and the drinks.. i believe i just might have met the love of my life .. its safe to say i made it through the first date .. thank you Cibo Loved my experience yesterday it was worth it
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Cibo ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Manchester
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4.3
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Greg
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Everything was perfect. The lunch menu is really amazing value and the wines were beautiful. Thanks for having us!
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Higher GroundPrice: Very Expensive• British• Manchester
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4.8
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GeraldVIP
Manchester/Greater Manchester •150 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Jun 2025
Lovely meal. Great service. Better than last visit.
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Piccolino Caffe Grande ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Manchester
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4.6
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Rachel
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Jun 2025
My husband and I came for our anniversary and Lucky Cat did not disappoint. Very attentive staff for a shellfish allergy. Wagyu nigiri was melt in your mouth amazing.
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Lucky Cat - ManchesterPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Manchester
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4.6

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