British cuisine may not be highly celebrated around the world, however any foreign visitor to our city can not fail to be impressed by the food on offer at some of the finest restaurants in Manchester.
In fact, for a region that produced the Bury Black Pudding, Lancashire Hotpot, Corned Beef Hash, Eccles Cake, Manchester Tart and Vimto, it's no surprise to learn that some of Britian's top chefs have come from Manchester.
There's lots of British restaurants in Manchester to choose from, each serving their own unique modern interpretations of the region's classic dishes.
There's plenty of fine dining restaurants in Manchester offering superb English cuisine in plush environments.
From exclusive hotel restaurants to award-winning bistro's, celebrity chef's and pub grub, there's something for everyone in Manchester.
Fantastic intimate fine dining restaurant in a converted Victorian cottage. The menu is inspired by historical British dishes, created using modern techniques which chefs Laurence Tottingham & Mary-Ellen McTague perfected working for Heston Blumenthal
2 AA Rosette accredited restaurant, set in the grand surroundings of the former Reform Club, which offers classic British dishes, all produced with a unique contemporary twist. This is one of the most spectacular restaurants in Manchester with an eclectic mix of antique furniture, statues and huge retro lampshades, it's close to the shops and Royal Exchange Theatre
The excellent fine-dining restaurant at Harvey Nichols Manchester offers fantastic views over Exchange Square, the big wheel, Manchester Cathedral and The Printworks
Excellent
value for money, plush fine dining British restaurant
inside the lavish Manchester235 casino - one of
the most impressive dining arenas in Manchester
Fantastic
value-for-money restaurant inside the Circus Casino
on the corner of Portland Street and Oxford Road.
With a great selection of fish and seafood dishes,
steaks and British dishes. Prices are ridiculously
cheap for food of this quality.
The
spectacular new branch from the longest-established
restaurant group in Britian opened in Spring Gardens
in January 2011, building upon its reputation
for delivering great food, blending classic and
modern dishes. One of the most impressive dining
arenas in Manchester has finally found its calling
with this great brasserie.
Great
restaurant offering al fresco dining at the Mint
Hotel, formerly the City Inn, next to Piccadilly
Station with a European menu that includes many
local dishes
Fresh seafood restaurant and oyster bar, just off Albert Square and opposite the Town Hall. Arguably boasting the
most impressive restaurant entrance in Manchester, the grand surroundings are matched by an impressive oyster bar and an extensive ethically sourced fish menu.
Very popular restaurant
offering a fulsome nod to the classic, yet glorious steak, alongside the freshest of produce from the sea. With a menu that includes Wagyu Kobe Beef, Grilled Lobster, Ostrich Fillet, Chateaubriand, Sashimi Tuna, Rope Grown British Mussels and a great selection of salads, it's not hard to see why this is one of the busiest restaurants in Manchester.
This stunning decadent £4 million establishment on John Dalton Street, near to the shops, Town Hall, Bridgewater Hall and Royal Exchange, opened in April 2011, bringing with it an exciting new chapter of British fine dining to Manchester's food lovers. Expect modern, elegant, creative food in exquiste surroundings
Situated in a beautiful Tudor House on Chapel Walks, less than a minute's stroll from King Street, this superb cocktail bar and restaurant offers the perfect ambience to enjoy
simple, honest fresh English food.
Plush
British restaurant next door to the Palace Theatre
and across the road from the Dancehouse, Cornerhouse,
Green Room, Bridgewater Hall and Manchester Academy
Popular
pub and restaurant in the Northern Quarter, opposite
the Arndale Market, which serves delicious English
dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
As the name suggests it is the most 'English'
of venues with leather sofas, bookshelves, prints
on the walls and lots of dark wood setting the
tone over 2 floors and is famed for one of the
best Sunday lunches in Manchester.
Pub restaurant on Bridge Street, offering soft red velvety lighting, good ale and home cooked food. Dishes include many local favourites like Steak & Kidney Ale Pie, Lamb Fore Shank and Pan Fried Sea Bass, alongside grills, sharing platters, salads, snacks and Sunday roasts. A separate function room is available as well as a popular sun deck area
Living Ventures' new kid on the block opened in March 2011 just off Piccadilly Gardens in the classy premises that were previously Grado. The sister branch to The Grill On The Alley offers a fulsome nod to the classic, yet glorious, steak, alongside of which runs a healthy obsession with the freshest of produce from the seas.
The biggest world buffet in Europe, which serves up to a whopping 700 guests at any one time. Located on Deansgate near the MEN Arena and the shops, this plush restaurant opened in May 2011 offering over 300 freshly made dishes from around the world that include English, Italian, Mediterranean, Cajun, Tex Mex, Thai, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and more
Previously known as Obsidian, the restaurant below the Arora Hotel on the edge of Chinatown, with its highly-celebrated cocktail bar, serves honest, simple, seasonal, carefully sourced, reasonably priced British food with an emphasis on steaks, fresh fish and seafood. Opened October 2011
Located within the newly refurbished four star boutique Macdonald Townhouse Hotel on Portland Street, just a short walk from The Palace Theatre, Bridgewater Hall and Gay Village, this stylish new brasserie offers a versatile dining space to enjoy top-quality seasonal produce turned into locally inspired modern British dishes.
Located in Manchester's landmark Hilton hotel, this cosmopolitan restaurant offers discreet banquette seating, dim lighting and crisp linen tablecloths, giving it an old school New York vibe. An impressive setting for any occasion, the kitchen is headed up by David Gale, Manchester Chef of the Year 2010 and a strong supporter of local produce, which is reflected in the dishes he creates
Laidback grill restaurant and bar on Portland Street, next to the Gay Village and Piccadilly Gardens.
Inspired by the vibrant, unpretentious bistros of New York and Paris but with a traditionally British menu with local favourites like Fish & Chips, Minted Lamb Shank and all day breakfasts. There's a fantastic grill menu offering steaks, skewers and burgers and a separate function room is available upstairs for private dining
This fantastic British restaurant inside The Lowry Theatre and Art Gallery is open at lunchtimes and pre-show, seven days a week. The impressive cooking, seasonal menu and spectacular view complements the great design of the building in which it's located.
A huge family-friendly entertainment complex located next to the MEN Arena, which is home to over fifteen restaurants and even more bars, with something to savour for everyone's taste, whatever your mood. British restaurants include Lloyds No.1, Tiger Tiger and Docker's Fish & Chips whilst Waxy O'Connors offer traditional Irish cuisine.
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