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1. The Pen and Pencil
4.6
Exceptional(918)
$$$$
• American • Manchester
Booked 10 times today
Sitting on the corner of Hilton and Tariff street in Manchester’s lively Northern Quarter, The Pen and Pencil takes its name and inspiration from the infamous mid-20th Century bar on East 45th Street in New York.Open seven days a week from 10am until late, the restaurant and bar not only offers a variety of beverages including cocktails, beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, but focuses on its strong day time offering with great breakfast, brunch and lunch options as well as quality coffee and freshly blended smoothies.The Pencil and Pencil has an array of events throughout the month with a resident DJ to get the party started every weekend, a weekly quiz night on a Tuesday, and its sell-out Bottomless Brunches! It also offers a private room for corporate event and celebrations.. Unfortunately, we are unable o serve guests with Coeliacs due to the risk of cross contamination.
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2. Onda Pasta Bar
4.7
Exceptional(694)
$$$$
• Italian • Manchester
Booked 62 times today
A fresh pasta bar based in the Circle Square neighbourhood of Manchester.Open Wednesday to Sunday every week.We are a cashless venue
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3. BAB
4.5
Awesome(1288)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Manchester
Booked 9 times today
We’re all about vibrant flavours, locally-sourced ingredients and homemade marinades and sauces. Watch our team of creative chefs make fresh flatbreads, from scratch, in our open theatre-style kitchen. We cook all of our breads on a robata grill, giving each kebab that lovely charcoal flavour.We also offer a selection of tasty non-babs, meze dishes and desserts. Our drinks list includes freshly made iced teas and a variety of beers, wines and soft drinks. We have recently expanded and now offer an amazing choice of cocktails, from savoury to sweet and everything in between.So, come hungry, pull up a chair and enjoy a kebab worth sitting down for.At peak times tables will have a maximum sitting time for 1hr 30mins from the start of the booking time. The host inform you on arrival. Unfortunately, we are unable to serve Coeliacs due to the risk of cross contamination.
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4. The Fountain House
4.0
Excellent(425)
$$$$
• Contemporary British • Manchester
Booked 2 times today
Shannon and her team are ready and raring to welcome you to The Fountain House, a beautiful pub and restaurant overlooking Manchester Town Hall and Albert Square. Whether you’re hoping to enjoy cocktails with a leisurely lunch on our outdoor terrace, you’d like a quick bite with your pint in the bar (pooches welcome!) or you’re looking for a vibrant spot for dinner with friends, come on in, relax and enjoy! We change our menus seasonally and pride ourselves on our delicious and innovative dishes. Don’t forget, our beautiful events space is perfect for meetings and occasions, just get in touch and we’ll do the rest.Do you have a special occasion on the horizon? Here at The Fountain House we have two private rooms perfect for all celebrations; weddings, birthday dinners, graduations, baby showers.. you name it! For all private hire enquiries please email our sales and events executive via events@thefountainhouse.co.uk
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5. Matt & Phreds Jazz Club
4.9
Exceptional(69)
$$$$
• Pizza Bar • Manchester
Booked 26 times today
Matt & Phred's is a Live Music venue located in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, with gigs Monday-Saturday until late. On weeknights, you can expect to kick back and enjoy the finest jazz, blues, and soul (live 8-11pm). On Fridays and Saturdays, you can expect to party to the best disco, pop, funk, soul, brass, and everything in between (live 9:30pm-12:30am).Your booked table will be yours for the entire evening, we just ask you to select an arrival time and stick to it. There is a 15 minute grace period. If you cancel within 24 hours or don't turn up, you will be charged £10 per person. For bookings of 9+ guests, or if you'd prefer a phone reservation, please call 0161 273 5495.If we are fully booked on tables, you can still turn up on the night and watch the band from the bar area.
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6. Salvi's Mozzarella Bar
4.2
Awesome(1559)
$$$$
• Italian • Manchester
Booked 15 times today
Our original Italian Mozzarella Bar based at the Corn Exchange.Here you’ll find an authentic Italian Deli serving the very best produce from Naples and beyond, as well as an apperitivo bar, plus a restaurant downstairs!Visit us for a glass of prosecco and some beautiful Italian nibbles (including our famous mozzarella boards) or a full dining experience!
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7. Slug & Lettuce Manchester, Albert Square
3.8
Excellent(6)
$$$$
• Tapas / Small Plates • Manchester
Welcome to Slug & Lettuce Manchester Albert Square, a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant located right in the heart of the city. Just a five-minute walk from the main shopping area, our venue is the ideal spot to enjoy lunch, dinner, or drinks in a relaxed yet lively atmosphere. Our menu is packed with delicious Small Plates, Sharers, and juicy burgers, perfect for sharing with friends or indulging in a tasty meal before a night out. Cocktail lovers will adore our famous 2-for-1 cocktail deals, available every day It’s the go-to destination for after-work drinks, weekend cocktails, or a girls’ night out.Planning a Christmas party or festive celebration? We’ve got you covered with seasonal menus, festive cocktails, and unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebrations.So whether you’re joining us for lunch, a birthday meal, a big night out or to celebrate the festive season, Slug & Lettuce Manchester Albert Square offers something for everyone.
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8. The Anthologist One St Peter's Square
4.3
Awesome(73)
$$$$
• Modern European • Manchester
Booked 1 time today
Overlooking St Peter's Square, The Anthologist boasts an unrivaled setting right in the heart of Manchester. The Anthologist at One St Peter's Square will offer an everyday escape all-year round. From quick catch-ups over freshly ground coffee to relaxing after work cocktails in one of our many gorgeous spaces, sit back and relax and we'll take care of the rest.
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9. My Thai Piccadilly
4.2
Awesome(7)
$$$$
• Thai • Manchester
Booked 2 times today
🔥 A New kind of Thai DiningStep into the heart of Bangkok — without leaving Manchester.Our newest location brings the chaos, colour, and charisma of Thailand’s Song Wat district to Piccadilly Gardens. Think tangled LED wires, graffiti art, and black-light neon interiors that pulse with energy. It’s fast, fun, and unapologetically bold.Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for a social evening, My Thai delivers high-impact flavour with lightning-fast service.
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10. Don Tacos Piccadilly
4.5
Awesome(3)
$$$$
• Mexican • Manchester
Booked 3 times today
Food made with care, Superior service, personalized attentionWe pride ourselves bringing the authentic Mexican food to UK, we stand out in crowd because the food quality and authenticity of our dishes. We believe in real food made with passion, for real people. Food that’s always prepared by hand from real recipes is the real food.Established in 2016 Don Tacos is home to authentic Mexican street food, we are so proud that we brought the authentic taste from the heart of Mexico by procuring most of our ingredient directly from Mexico. Way of cooking is traditional Mexican no short cuts involve. We are the first in Britain to introduced Birria Tacos. Birria meat is cooked for more than 8 hours with Mexican chilies and tomatoes and other herbs. From famous Chimoy to Mole in your dishes will take you to Mexico. Call us Taco Experts.

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