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1. Blacklock Manchester
4.8
Exceptional(351)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Manchester
Booked 92 times today
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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2. Higher Ground
4.8
Exceptional(767)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Manchester
Booked 12 times today
Higher Ground is a 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 Wed-Sat at dinner and Thurs-Sat lunch. From 14th November ’24, Higher Ground is opening on Thursday lunchtimes and is now open from 5pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays!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. For parties of 6x guests and over, the seasonal sharing menu is served.
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3. Peter Street Kitchen
4.4
Awesome(1582)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Manchester
Booked 10 times today
Exquisitely presented and beautifully balanced, the menu at Peter Street Kitchen explores fine contemporary Japanese cuisine matched with the heat and zing from a selection of contemporary Mexican dishes, all complemented with the finest wines, sake and signature cocktails.Winner of ‘Best Culinary Experience’ in 2024 and 2022, and ‘Best Luxury Restaurant’ in 2019 at the prestigious British Restaurant Awards, Peter Street Kitchen guarantees an incredible dining experience, set inside the breathtaking Free Trade Hall.Experience a curated Omakase, where the essence of Peter Street Kitchen’s cuisine is presented in a six-course tasting menu created on the day by our talented chefs. For an intimate dinner, you can also book a Hibachi Experience, where a 12-seater table and fire pit provide memorable ambience for a semi-private event.
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4. The Restaurant at The Refuge
4.3
Awesome(1648)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Manchester
Booked 27 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.
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5. Piccolino Caffe Grande Manchester
4.5
Awesome(728)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Manchester
Booked 59 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.
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6. Kala
4.7
Exceptional(1997)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Manchester
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to Kala, from the team behind Sticky Walnut, Burnt Truffle, Hispi, Wreckfish and Pinion. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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7. Namii Kitchen & Cocktails
4.0
Excellent(131)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Manchester
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to Namii Kitchen and Cocktails, where we tell the story of authentic Vietnamese culture with our cuisine. We deliver dishes that are true to the heart of Vietnamese food but also inspired by the rest of Asia.
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8. Almost Famous - Great Northern
4.3
Awesome(1676)
Price: Moderate
• Burgers • Manchester
Booked 33 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 gn@almostfamousburgers.com.
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9. Try Thai
4.5
Awesome(1132)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Manchester
Booked 17 times today
Try Thai is a modern and vibrant Thai restaurant located in the heart of Manchester Chinatown. Famously being voted as one of the top spots for truly authentic Thai cuisine, whilst offering a great dining experience.
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10. Onda Pasta Bar
4.7
Exceptional(269)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Manchester
Booked 52 times today
A fresh pasta bar based in the Circle Square neighbourhood of Manchester.Open Wednesday to Sunday every week.

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  • sally
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Booked 6 for the Japanese Whiskey Masterclass and it was excellent! Host was superb and his knowledge was second to none, very professional. Will recommend
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    Peter Street KitchenPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Manchester
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    4.4
  • Sian
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Lunch for 2 on the seasonal £40 sharing menu in the Saturday before Christmas. I’d heard and read so many good things about Higher Ground but not managed to get here until now, all of which were entirely justified. The interior (my bag) is cool, stylish and well laid out, tables not too close to each other. A really friendly welcome when we walked in, genuine and warm. Superlative staff, informed, enthusiastic without being over attentive, and knowledgable. Wonderful food, a smashing selection of dishes from the full menu. Pea fritters, British crab, incrediblly tasty cured meat, golden beets, warm freshly baked bread & whipped butter, succulent leeks - all excellent. Then a sharing main of Dexter beef on a delicate but hearty mushroom spelt porridge and a bowl of mash homegrown on the HG farm in Cheshire. I’ll be attempting to recreate smoked butter at home but doubtless will fail to make it this delicious. For the quality of food, attention to detail, quality of service, this was £40 per head very well spent. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back.
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    Higher GroundPrice: Very Expensive• British• Manchester
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    4.8
  • Hayley
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We are a family of four, including two boisterous children. The gentleman who served us absolutely “got the memo” that I needed to discreetly pick the most suitable table to ensure we didn’t disrupt other diners. He was excellent and understanding the boys’ need to be away from other customers and brought us kids menus. The menus seem “slim pickings” but we felt like we had a good selection for our picky kids and us being pescatarian. The cocktail menu was great and we enjoy a few of those. The kids had good sized portions or burger and chicken “nugget” and thick cut chips. We had a selection of veggie sharing plates. All of the food was so incredibly tasty and we felt really full despite the portion sizes looking quite small on arrival. We’d definitely like to return to have more of the menu. We’d just have appreciated a faster service because the kids were getting restless waiting for their puddings. Other than that, this is a very easy place to recommend to others!
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    The Restaurant at The RefugePrice: Moderate• Global, International• Manchester
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    4.3
  • Jake
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This was the most amazing food in a perfect venue. They really have transformed this building into the most amazing restaurant. The service is some of the best we’ve ever experienced. We had some brilliant recommendations on food and wine and I can’t thank the team enough for a wonderful evening.
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    Blacklock ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Steak• Manchester
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    4.8
  • anne
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    A great lunch for 6 of us at a capacious table near the kitchen area (as requested). The menu is extensive, plus there was a festive option. Service was prompt and courteous. One of our go-to places when meeting in Manchester. Sometimes we meet there just for cocktails or out door coffee in the summer
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    Piccolino Caffe Grande ManchesterPrice: Expensive• Italian• Manchester
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    4.5

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Manchester

Explore the hottest dining spots in Manchester, where each restaurant offers a unique blend of atmosphere, service, and culinary excellence. Manchester’s vibrant dining scene is characterized by a mix of modern European cuisines, classic British flavors, and innovative dining experiences, ensuring there's something to satisfy every palate. Renowned for their friendly and attentive service, these hot spots provide not just meals, but memorable dining experiences. From chic rooftop dining with stunning views to intimate basements with cozy vibes, each location brings its own distinct charm and appeal. Whether you're looking for a place that offers a lively atmosphere with creative food or a relaxed setting with classic dishes, Manchester’s top restaurants promise to deliver. These dining establishments are celebrated not only for their exceptional food but also for their excellent customer service and beautiful settings, making them must-visit destinations for both locals and visitors alike. Dive into Manchester’s culinary landscape and discover why these restaurants are tagged as the city’s hot spots.

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