Best Lunch Restaurants in Stretford

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1. Higher Ground

4.8

Exceptional(1171)

$$$$

• British • Manchester

Booked 19 times today

Higher Ground is a British bistro and bar located in Manchester city centre that focuses on seasonality within the UK.The restaurant is open Wednesday to Saturday at dinner and at lunchtime on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.At lunch a £40pp seasonal set menu is offered alongside an à la carte menu. At dinner, both an à la carte and a seasonal set menu at £65pp 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!Bar Shrimp, our new cocktail bar, is open - next door to Higher Ground! 🍸🦐 Head there for a drink either before or after your meal at Higher Ground!Reservations of up to twelve guests are accepted via the OpenTable online reservation platform. For parties of 6x guests and over, the seasonal sharing menu is served.

A photo of The Ivy Asia, Spinningfields restaurant

2. The Ivy Asia, Spinningfields

4.7

Exceptional(4957)

$$$$

• Contemporary Asian • Manchester

Booked 64 times today

On the second floor of The Ivy Spinningfields, Manchester is Ivy Asia. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.Our menu takes you on a journey through Asia where you can enjoy sushi & sashimi, small dishes such as prawn tempura, and large dishes including the likes of slow-cooked pork belly and avocado crispy tofu. All our meals are the perfect match for our theatrical drinks and cocktails.On the weekend, our vibrant destination comes alive with entertainment, music, and DJs, encouraging you to stay and play late into the night.

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3. Blacklock Manchester

4.8

Exceptional(1549)

$$$$

• Steak • Manchester

Booked 115 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. Bookings and Walk-Ins available.

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4. The Blues Kitchen - Manchester

4.7

Exceptional(3176)

$$$$

• American • Manchester

Booked 78 times today

Americana inspired classics. Served in a warmly eclectic dining room

5. BAR SAN JUAN

4.9

Exceptional(2021)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Chorlton

Booked 40 times today

For Inquiries, Please: Call or, even better, WhatsApp us. Hola! Welcome to Bar San Juan! We are a cozy tapas bar and restaurant in the lovely suburb of Chorlton, South Manchester. Feel free to pick a seat, order a drink, and soak in the atmosphere while you wait to be seated. At Bar San Juan, we’re more than just a restaurant serving delicious Spanish food; we’re a place to relax and embrace the Spanish way of life. Enjoy some tapas, sip on cerveza, and have a great time! Our tiled tapas bar features traditional decor and serves authentic dishes along with imported beer and wine. Our goal is to bring a little taste of Spain to Manchester. ¡Buen provecho!

6. Cibo Manchester

4.5

Awesome(556)

$$$$

• Italian • Manchester

Booked 53 times today

Cibo Manchester is set to redefine luxury dining. Housed in a Grade II listed building renowned for its breathtaking architecture, our new restaurant seamlessly marries Cibo's renowned chic and glamorous interiors with the timeless elegance of panelled wood, marble tables, plush velvet textures, and opulent chandeliers, elevating Manchester's dining scene to unparalleled heights of sophistication.

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7. Lucky Cat - Manchester

4.5

Awesome(373)

$$$$

• Contemporary Asian • Manchester

Booked 34 times today

In the centre of Manchester, Lucky Cat is a vibrant Asian eating house inspired by Tokyo’s drinking dens and 1930s Shanghai.Expect bold small plates, sushi, and robata-grilled dishes, crafted with precision and flair. With a buzzing open kitchen, striking interiors, and expertly mixed cocktails, Lucky Cat delivers an unforgettable dining experience in one of the city’s most exciting neighbourhoods.

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8. 20 Stories Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2078)

$$$$

• British • Manchester

Booked 61 times today

Manchester’s highest and most spectacular restaurant, with breathtaking views and iconic rooftop cocktail bar. Elevated drinking and dining, 20 Stories high! Offering international cuisine with a focus on British seasonality, sustainable steaks and local produce. Boasting a spectacular Private Dining Room, Sister restaurant to 14 Stories in London and 24 Stories in Birmingham – 20 Stories is the award-winning original restaurant story in Manchester and within The Evolv Collection.

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9. Sexy Fish Manchester

4.4

Awesome(559)

$$$$

• Seafood • Manchester

Booked 41 times today

Located in the heart of Spinningfields, Sexy Fish is an Asian restaurant and bar, serving Japanese-inspired sushi, sashimi, seafood, fish, and meat cooked on a Robata grill.

10. Albert's Didsbury

4.6

Exceptional(7056)

$$$$

• British • Didsbury

Booked 46 times today

Albert’s Restaurant and Bar is the second Albert’s opening and is a sister restaurant to Albert’s Shed in Castlefield. A slick, modern space with dining for 160 guests inside and a fabulous covered & heated outside dining terrace for 60 – perfect for alfresco dining. The menu is modern British with an eclectic mix of Albert’s favourites and dishes from around the globe, all using only fresh local ingredients. The restaurant is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and every Saturday and Sunday mornings for breakfast.

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Caroline
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a lovely time at the Ivy. This was a special occasion for friends. The food was very good and the service was outstanding. We enjoyed our visit and will return.
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The Ivy Asia, Spinningfields££££• Contemporary Asian• Manchester
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4.7
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Nicola Jane
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a wonderful evening. Food and service were excellent. Ingredients so very fresh, delicious, all British and beautifully presented. Sat at the kitchen counter and attention to detail was amazing! We have allergies and they accommodated them brilliantly. Thank you! Would love to return.
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Higher Ground££££• British• Manchester
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4.8
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Adele
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
First time I’ve been really enjoyed everything from start to end , will definitely go back again
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Albert's Didsbury££££• British• Didsbury
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4.6
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Steve
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2026
The atmosphere was brilliant, the staff were welcoming and enthusiastic
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The Blues Kitchen - Manchester££££• American• Manchester
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4.7
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Andrew
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2026
Top class service, food and drinks highly recommended
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20 Stories Restaurant££££• British• Manchester
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4.3

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