The 30 Best Unwind in Manchester

“I recently attended a Highly Defined Brows course at The Brow Academy & Studio Manchester with Diana, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! Diana’s teaching style was exceptional—she’s incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what she does. The course materials were well-organized, and I left feeling prepared to apply everything I learned. Whether you're new to the beauty industry or looking to expand your skills, I highly recommend this academy. Thank you, Diana, for your support and for helping me take my skills to the next level!”

“My Daughter absolutely loves her hair cut and blow dry. We will definitely be booking again. Thanks”

“Dr Reza Nassab has totally changed my life! He is an outstanding surgeon and this is shown not only through his results but also his personality. He listened and advised me on the very best decision based on what i told him i wanted. He made me feel at ease throughout the whole process and i am so happy with my results. I had breast augmentation and choosing Dr Nassab was the best decision i ever made. I couldn’t fault a single thing, from the consultation process, day of surgery and to the post op appointment. His secretary & the hospital team are also just as amazing and i couldn’t thank them all enough. I have (& will continue) to recommend him to anyone wanting the same procedure.”

“Best hair cutter I've ever been in my life. They do the haircuts very carefully and with great precision to guarantee you a nice balanced result. It's a shame I don't live in Manchester otherwise I would always go there. The prices are much more than correct ! And the team is very friendly !”

“First time going to butcher's chop shop for my son, and he was very impressed! Great suggestions from the stylist as my son didn't have a clue what he wanted done with his hair! He's come away with a hair cut he loves, saying he has found a barber he really likes! Will 100% be back!”

“Love my nails every time. David has been doing my nails for years and always does an amazing job, wouldn’t go anywhere else!”

“Had upper bleph and i couldn't recommend enough. From start to finish the whole experience was fantastic, the results are brilliant. The after care was great always checking in to make sure i was doing ok.”

“Cocktails were 10/10!! It’s hard to make a delicious Pornstar Martini but they so good we went back for seconds!! Lovely atmosphere and our server V was very friendly and made the best cocktails! Cant wait to go back! So good to have a local fab cocktail bar!!”

“Great place for hair and nails! Professional yet friendly service and the ladies are really thorough with their work. 10/10 recommend :)”

“I had 2 hours to kill waiting for my flight so thought I’d get a foot massage. It was amazing! Nazz was such a lovely and friendly woman she made me feel like brand new. She gave me a complimentary shoulder massage too. Will definitely go again next time….”

“I love how quick I got seated and when I looked at the menu I was amazed by the Asian food on it. The naan is very tender and soft. The service is also great. And I love how it actually looks royal. The food and drinks are so amazing! I recommend giving them a go!”

“This is an absolute treat! Instead of being in France due to industrial action, we sought to bring France to us and so glad we did. The food was high quality and in comfortable surroundings. Steak tartare as good as I have ever had (minus the egg yolk, because this in Britain!). A touch on the pricey side, but in this particular case, you do get what you pay for. Very good”

“Lydia was was beautifully hospitable for our late lunch today!! Our food came out quickly, and we were very well taken care of. Definitely a very laid back place for good food where you’re well looked after. I had the caprese salad, and my husband had the chorizo pizza. Both highly recommended!”

“First time visit. Booked on the same day. Nice welcome, friendly atmosphere and a great beard trim. I got exactly what I wanted and the hot towel was fantastic.”

“A hidden gem. My son had his 5th birthday party there today and had a fantastic time. The staff (especially our party host and who l believe to be the manager) went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were so accommodating- nothing was too much trouble, nothing felt rushed and all the children looked like they were having a great time. Very reasonable prices too which is a bonus! will definitely be visiting there again soon.”

“Jay and Marija were fantastic from the check in to check out. When I needed to book a taxi or required assistance they were both there. Very quick to attend to my needs. Jay was spot on and delivered exceptional customer service. Thank you Jay, hope you have a lovely Christmas and a new year. Same to Marija.”

“A lively rock bar selling great food and drinks. Great decor, neon signs and some good rock tunes playin too. We went for a rock n roll bingo night, you get tickets online ours were £12 each. Its unreserved seating so if your in a group get there early. Its a really great night, winning free shots and dancing yo the tunes.”

“A good place to have picnic or enjoy with friends. Feels so satisfying. Planning to visit in summer as well.”

“Wagamama at The Trafford Centre is exactly what you expect, and that’s a compliment! The energy here is infectious—it’s busy, as is expected in such a massive and popular shopping centre, but the team handles it brilliantly. We experienced fast, efficient service despite the crowds, which is a testament to the staff and management. Most importantly, the food is, as always, amazing and consistently tasty. They deliver on their promise of fresh, delicious Asian-inspired food every time. If you need a reliable, quick, and satisfying meal while shopping, this is definitely the place to go. Highly recommend!”

“It was my first time trying Massaman curry, and I ordered it with chicken. The food was delicious and the portion was reasonably well-sized. If you’re looking for a spicy Thai dish, this isn’t the one for you. However, if you’re looking for a rich, creamy, and flavourful curry, you should definitely give this one a try!”

“Gorgeous and delicious food!! Friendly staff ,nice atmosphere!”

“***CASH ONLY*** Great little food van serving delicious Jian Bing pancakes. The portion sizes are pretty decent and they'll accommodate your spice tastes (I had mine extra spicy and it didn't disappoint).”

“We had a really tasty lunch. Bao buns, gyoza. ramen, and a desert of fried banana and ice cream - a coffee. Really good. The service was fantastic. I went with an older person who ate slowly. The server was really patient and supportive, not a hint of pressure for us to hurry. The woman Sol? couldn't have been more helpful. Thank you!”

“Stayed here for my graduation. Location is great! Near the university. Vegan options for breakfast were amazing! I loved the vegan sausages and the stewed apple toasted nut porridge! Gary was very helpful serving food for breakfast.”

“I’ve been a member at Village Gym Cheadle for about three months now, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience so far. The facilities are excellent everything from the gym floor to the pool area is modern, clean, and well-maintained. The team there are excellent, from the friendly reception staff who always greet you with a smile, to the personal trainers who are approachable and knowledgeable, everyone genuinely seems to care about helping members feel welcome and supported. I’m already seeing the benefits of being part of such a positive and professional gym environment. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a gym with great facilities, a friendly atmosphere, and a real community feel!”

“Wow! This place reminds me of walking in to the likes of Pacha in Spain for the first time, the music pumping and the smoke acting as a barrier between the real world and club land. Tech house was the flavour of the night, and my god it tasted good! What an epic deviation of the norm, I could've literally thrown shapes all night in here! Could this place be the venue that puts Preston back on the clubland map? I think so!!!”

“Relaxed little place, absolute gem for sushi, and I have to callout the cocktails - they're so affordable and are yummy. I've been here so many times now with different friends and even just once for a few cocktails. Always been excellent. Absolutely addicted to the salmon sashimi bowl, my definite go to. The platters are amazingly worth it (I used to live in London so...), portion size was SO GOOD, quality SO GOOD (see pics) Never get hot food here so can't really comment but can confirm it smells and looks yummy.”

“We came for the Sunday Lunch offer, it was absolutely delicious!! My new favourite local roast, I will definitely be returning.”

“The recption staff were extremely professional & welcoming. We especially enjoyed our evening in the Filament lounge where the staff again were attentive & friendly, especially Migel & Anandhu. The food was excellent & even took into account personal choice in regards to additional spice. 10/10”

“Served by Harry, excellent attention, would definitely recommend every time. Previous night served by Aaron, once again amazing service. Sam was on both nights of our stay and she went above and beyond”