Classical dishes in Manchester

“The Black Friar has been amazing to work with for our friendship group's annual Christmas lunch. They made the entire booking process extremely easy, with all the T&Cs clearly outlined from the start. On the day we were looked after by Jess, who was incredible, very quick to respond to any issues raised, never kept anyone waiting, so accommodating with our various quirks (like pictures), and was easy to reach when needed without making it seem like hovering. And always with a smile, of course. Truly, truly a standout member of the team deserving of all the praise. The food at the Black Friar was also divine, incredibly generous portions (that I admit, have bested me) and every bite was a pleasure for all the senses. Our whole group was very happy with the afternoon we got to spend there and we will definitely be looking into coming back for next year's annual Christmas lunch, a total gem of a pub.”

“Another terrific trip to Gladstone. It was my wife’s birthday and she had specifically requested a family meal to enjoy the epic Sunday Roasts on offer here. Hannah was attentive throughout our visit and gave excellent service. The food was amazing with great portions and excellent quality overall. The Sticky Toffee Pudding sadly defeated me.. We look forward to another trip in the future.”

“We booked a table online for 10/9/25 and mentioned we would be bringing our well behaved dog.. Absolutely wonderful dining experience. The service was fantastic. The food was absolutely delicious. The owner?/chef came and checked everything was ok and had a chat. We will definitely be back. Doggo was very welcomed too... much appreciated. Thank you team Swan.”

“Just dined in at Heavensteak tonight and got the Saturday deal. Quirky little intimate Dive Bar, Excellent Service, Great Music and the Food was bang on! The chicken wings were very tasty, Fries cooked to perfection and the Onion Rings a welcoming compliment to the meal. 5 Stars from me!”

“We had a dinner at this restaurant. It was a delicious meal and a very pleasant evening. The service was fabulous and the atmosphere was very relaxing, all the guests around us looked happy. The restaurant was well designed, very cosy and elegant. All the dishes were beautifully served and delicious. We were even offered a freebie, appetiser, before our meals. We were very pleased that we found this restaurant and definitely would recommend it. I also liked very much Black Sheep Ale.”

“I came in with my granddaughter last week, and I must say, the food was exceptional! Upon walking into the establishment, it felt as if we were transported to New York. As a proud American, I must say I felt right at home! My granddaughter, on the other hand—who is very hard to impress—took her time, but by the time the food arrived, her demeanor had changed. We ordered the Benny's Burger, the schnitzel wrap, and the sweet potato chips. I have to mention that my granddaughter did not make the life of the young lady at the till easy. With the number of notes my granddaughter gave for her schnitzel wrap, I was sure she would be laughed at by our server. Instead, we were met with kind responses, smiles, and absolutely no issues. The food came out very quickly, and all three items we ordered were presented exquisitely! Every note was followed perfectly. The service was probably the best I have experienced in this otherwise abysmal country. I come to England at least twice a year from New York to visit my children and grandkids. I try to give each one time alone with me so I can give each the attention they deserve. My son had mentioned that there was a splendid restaurant I had to try; he has ordered Uber delivery from you a few times. I truly recommend the dine-in experience! I will definitely be returning the next time I come to visit the kids. (I do apologize, as I had intended to share the photographs that were taken. But sadly, only my granddaughter took photos—she has the better phone and therefore the better camera—and she seems to be taking her time sending them to me.)”

“Owners and staff are excellent, very friendly and eager to help. Burger was tasty and juicy, very enjoyable. Over all, a great experience. Can't wait to try the pizza.”

“Great pizza and a hospitable owner. Recommend”

“Great place. Good place for bikers with a good atmosphere. Sadly they had run out of bacon but I had a very nice cheese and ham panini and a latte”

“Fantastic food, great selection of pizzas, each great. We'll be back!!!”

“My favourite pizza restaurant in Manchester and probably the UK! The Service is always wonderfully friendly and quick, the quality of the pizzas are second to none and the garlic bread is a great added extra. Tried the tiramisu and affogato this time and both were also great! If you haven’t tried Rudy’s yet and looking for a great place for dinner in Manchester, check it out, you won’t be disappointed and can even take in a range of great surrounding bars for drinks before and afterwards!”

“Best sushi, poke bowls and sashimi. Place is small but very clean, friendly staff, tasty sushi. I will definitely visit again.”

“Great service and high quality food. The hotpot was excellent and the open kitchen shows they are confident in their cleanliness and skills. Everything prepared fresh and unbelievable value. They also cater well to people with dietary restrictions with allergens clearly marked Cash only but there’s an ATM opposite at the coop”

“Intimate little restaurant serving fabulous food, all cooked on order by owner and Chef, Mandy. The paella is the best I have ever tasted but don't forget to check the specials board as well. When everything is so good it's ideal that it's tapas, perfect for sharing with family and friends. Menu prices are very reasonable and as it's BYOB, you save money bringing your own alcoholic drinks. (Edit ; they charge that small an amount for corkage i never even noticed until they replied to this review) Friendly, attentive staff in a lovely relaxed atmosphere complete the picture, making this one of my favourite places to bring the people that I love. x”

“Went for something to eat. Great service and a good menu to choose from. When the food came it was top quality and value for money. We went in the dark so found the drive a bit tricky but that would not stop me from going again.”

“Somewhere that we order from regularly. Never had a bad meal and always delivered on time. Their Nepalese is one of the best I've tasted. Highly recommended.”

“The best little Italian restaurant this side of New York.... Or Italy. Wonderful food and exceptional service....attention to detail for our anniversary meal... Even buying us a gift and card. Will be a regular place to eat out for us.”

“Yesterday I dined in at Rice n Spice the food was delicious *chefs kiss*, and the food was beautifully presented. The staff were attentive and welcoming, making our dining experience truly memorable. The staff recommend items off the menu we should try as they are a hit! We will definitely be back!”

“Just been here this evening for the first time to celebrate my daughter’s 21st-family of 10. From the minute we walked in, we were warmly welcomed. The staff are so smiley and friendly, the place has a great atmosphere, and the food and presentation was faultless. Nicest place we’ve visited for a long time, thank you!”

“Just been. Nom nom nom very tasty! We had a single meat handi which was a tender lamb curry, a mixed salad, a cheese and chilli naan, and the tandoori mixed grill. All very good, there wasn't anything left on our plates. We're very full now. The Indian soundtrack was a bit erratic, it kept skipping and stopping, but the ambience was nice and plush, the food was tasty, and reasonably priced, and the bill came out really reasonable for 2 people who have eaten as much as they physically can- £38. It was so reasonable because we didn't buy drinks- they don't have an alcohol licence yet, so they let you BYOB! So we brought a few lagers, and they provided glasses. A very good evening. They do takeaway also, and cater events, and have a banqueting hall upstairs. It's a very big building the former Greaves Arms.”

“Excellent fish and chips. Fresh fish and cooked well. Not greasy at all. Will be back!”

“Best takeaway burger I’ve ever had! Fresh ingredients, delicious and piping hot when it arrived! It did come a bit late, but they definitely made up for it with a few freebies. The owner even went out of his way to hand deliver the food.”

“Where do I start…. Firstly, I have just left this establishment. I wasn’t disappointed. Flynn was my server. As an avid tapas lover who has visited many other businesses , I can confidently say that I have never had a server as kind and helpful, he really made the experience worth it . he was great. The food was amazing - 5 stars and 10/10 .”

“Best chippy anywhere I've ever known. Literally. Lovely family too. :)”

“I honestly tried to find a problem with this place, but the whole experience, from the warm greeting from the proprietor to the end of the food, you feel like it's a different experience. The quality of the food is sublime, everything cooked to perfection and prepared with such precision and detail that you almost forget that you're having a takeaway burger in your lounge. The owner was very excited and happy to tell us the story of how he got the idea to start this business. Upon hearing we hadn't been before, the owner, as he wanted our opinion on them, he handed us a taste of their Pitt beans, which were incredible. The taste is almost impossible to describe except "wow!" Overall, if you're after an upmarket burger, full of flavors, and sides that will blow your mind, then this is the place for you. Edited Aug 2020. The food is still just as amazing, there is now seating to allow you to eat right there! There is car parking and also, they are coordinating order collection times brilliantly to avoid gatherings of people at their premesis. Well done guys!”

“Delicious blend of “junk" food with a healthy dose of veggies. Perfect mix of protein, carbs, and greens. Great value, too. Pictured: Panko Box.”

“Great place to share lovely food and fantastic service. Choose from a large selection on the "set menu", something for everyone. Second time there but it is quickly becoming our go-to curry house. Thank you.”

“This place is great! The staff were very helpful when we asked about vegan options and the food was absolutely delicious. I would definitely order here again ☺️”

“Wow if you haven't been here before, this place is special. Such amazing fish and chips, and that Irish curry is to die for. I highy recommend visiting. I'm coming back soon. Thanks for the lovely hospitality.”

“I had biryani at the restaurant and it was absolutely delicious. There’s a girl named Sonam working there who treats customers very well – her service was excellent. I also tried the avocado cheese dish, and it was amazing. Overall, a great experience”