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A photo of Matt & Phreds Jazz Club restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(69)
$$$$
• Pizza Bar • Manchester
Booked 25 times today
Matt & Phred's is a Live Music venue located in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, with gigs Monday-Saturday until late. On weeknights, you can expect to kick back and enjoy the finest jazz, blues, and soul (live 8-11pm). On Fridays and Saturdays, you can expect to party to the best disco, pop, funk, soul, brass, and everything in between (live 9:30pm-12:30am).Your booked table will be yours for the entire evening, we just ask you to select an arrival time and stick to it. There is a 15 minute grace period. If you cancel within 24 hours or don't turn up, you will be charged £10 per person. For bookings of 9+ guests, or if you'd prefer a phone reservation, please call 0161 273 5495.If we are fully booked on tables, you can still turn up on the night and watch the band from the bar area.
A photo of The Anthologist One St Peter's Square restaurant
4.3
Awesome(73)
$$$$
• Modern European • Manchester
Booked 1 time today
Overlooking St Peter's Square, The Anthologist boasts an unrivaled setting right in the heart of Manchester. The Anthologist at One St Peter's Square will offer an everyday escape all-year round. From quick catch-ups over freshly ground coffee to relaxing after work cocktails in one of our many gorgeous spaces, sit back and relax and we'll take care of the rest.
A photo of My Thai Piccadilly restaurant
4.2
Awesome(7)
$$$$
• Thai • Manchester
Booked 2 times today
🔥 A New kind of Thai DiningStep into the heart of Bangkok — without leaving Manchester.Our newest location brings the chaos, colour, and charisma of Thailand’s Song Wat district to Piccadilly Gardens. Think tangled LED wires, graffiti art, and black-light neon interiors that pulse with energy. It’s fast, fun, and unapologetically bold.Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for a social evening, My Thai delivers high-impact flavour with lightning-fast service.
A photo of Slug & Lettuce Manchester, Deansgate restaurant
3.8
Excellent(7)
$$$$
• International • Manchester
Here on Deansgate, we like to start the day early and are open for breakfast at 9am. Lunchtime generates a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for dropping in for a bite to eat or maybe a glass of one of our fabulous wines. Our menu offers great, fresh food at affordable prices which we serve up until 10pm. In the evening, we transform into a stylish, yet comfortable bar, our vast variety of drinks and great music making us hard to resist come the weekend.
A photo of wagamama manchester media city restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1)
$$$$
• Asian • Salford
Booked 1 time today
big, bold asian flavours, made to order every time we’ve been serving up fresh pan-asian food from our open kitchens for over 3 decades. and while we’re still on a mission to bring you the best new food inspired by asia, over the years, our classics have become icons. no matter the size of the crowd, we’ll be happy to have you, and we’ve got dietary requirements covered, from gluten-free options, to plant-based bowls. so whether you’re in it for our brand new innovation or coming back for a dish you know you love, book one of our benches to secure your spot for groups of 6 or more perfect for chilled out lunches of crisp, fresh salads, or dinner catch ups over crispy katsu or sizzling noodles. with warm service, good energy, and fresh food, guaranteed
A photo of Loom & Ladle Bar and Bistro restaurant
3.6
Very Good(8)
$$$$
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Manchester
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Loom & Ladle, a refined yet relaxed bar and bistro.From morning meetings over artisan coffee to leisurely lunches and elegant evenings, Loom & Ladle invites you to savour every moment. Enjoy all-day dining in a stylish setting, or explore our dedicated à la carte menu, served daily from 5pm. Perfect for unhurried dinners, spontaneous drinks, or a quick bite between plans.Just a two-minute stroll from Manchester Piccadilly Station, and with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, you’re perfectly placed to relax, recharge, and relish the moment.
A photo of Beech Inn Chorlton-Hardy restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(1)
$$$$
• British • Chorlton
Welcome to The Beech Inn in ManchesterIf you love craft beer, fresh sourdough pizza, gin and live sport then we are the pub for you!Stop in for a relaxing pint whilst soaking up the sun in our amazing beer garden.See you soon,The Beech Inn.
A photo of PizzaExpress Manchester - Oxford Street restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3)
$$$$
• Pizzeria • Manchester
Booked 1 time today
Situated on Oxford Street just around the corner from the Oxford Road train station We're ideally placed for taking in everything the city centre has to offer. Bridgewater Hall the Manchester Central Convention Complex and The Palace Theatre are all within easy reach and the Museum of Science and Industry is just a short walk away.
A photo of wagamama manchester printworks restaurant
3.7
Very Good(2)
$$$$
• Asian • Manchester
Booked 1 time today
big, bold asian flavours, made to order every time we’ve been serving up fresh pan-asian food from our open kitchens for over 3 decades. and while we’re still on a mission to bring you the best new food inspired by asia, over the years, our classics have become icons. no matter the size of the crowd, we’ll be happy to have you, and we’ve got dietary requirements covered, from gluten-free options, to plant-based bowls. so whether you’re in it for our brand new innovation or coming back for a dish you know you love, book one of our benches to secure your spot for groups of 6 or more perfect for chilled out lunches of crisp, fresh salads, or dinner catch ups over crispy katsu or sizzling noodles. with warm service, good energy, and fresh food, guaranteed
A photo of The Metropolitan restaurant
4.4
Awesome(493)
$$$$
• British • Manchester
The Metropolitan was formerly a grand Victorian railway hotel and is now enjoying a new life as a fabulous bar and restaurant. Full of style and character, its success is built on quality products served by friendly and professional staff.Enjoy food that's freshly prepared and locally sourced in the airy Conservatory Restaurant. Our lunch menu suits those with a light appetite and limited time as well as those choosing a more leisurely pace and a hearty meal.Evenings in the restaurant are perfect for celebrating special occasions or just a catch up with friends. The generous Sunday Roast boasts free top ups on roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and gravy.To accompany your meal the bar has an exciting range of spirits, some great local cask ales and exceptional wines including a large selection by the glass. Your favourite coffee or tea will finish your meal in style.

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  • Paul
    London •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 30, 2026
    Fantastic place! Incredible jazz from four superb musicians. Such friendly staff and a great 'vibe' about the place. We love it here!
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    Matt & Phreds Jazz Club££££• Pizza Bar• Manchester
    4.9
  • AndrewGold
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •114 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 10, 2026
    Lovely freshly prepared dishes. I’ve been here many times.
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    My Thai Piccadilly££££• Thai• Manchester
    4.2
  • Andrew
    London •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 21, 2025
    Always fast and fresh. Great taste too!! We booked ahead in here, as it’s popular at times. But equally sometimes we don’t and they’re very attentive.
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    wagamama manchester media city££££• Asian• Salford
    4.6
  • Julie
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 26, 2025
    The food was very good, I had a chicken & oyster mushroom pie which I have to say was excellent the pastry was light and the filling delicious I really enjoyed my meal, my friend had the lamb with roast potatoes and veg it was very nice and although we didn’t have a starter or dessert we had coffee it was an excellent meal and the price was good as well, the service was crisp and the servers were very polite All in all a very pleasant visit prior to our theatre trip.
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    The Anthologist One St Peter's Square££££• Modern European• Manchester
    4.3
  • EmmaM
    Manchester/Greater Manchester •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 10, 2024
    Me and my daughter had her Bottomless brunch on Mother’s Day. We were served by young man Morgan  he was brilliant and looked after us very well. I’ve been to bottomless brunches before and they can be very slow with the service. Really enjoyed it.
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    Slug & Lettuce Manchester, Deansgate££££• International• Manchester
    3.8
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