Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.
Highlights
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Editors' pick:
Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd -
People's favourite:
Circolo Popolare Manchester
Opening hours
Every place in this selection stays open late.
Open early, from 8am or sooner: Dishoom Manchester.
Check the hours before you set out — they shift on holidays and out of season.
Full ranking
1. Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd · ⭐ 9.7
(24821 reviews)
+9 photos
33-35 Oxford St, Manchester M1 4WB, United Kingdom
Turtle Bay Manchester, on Oxford Road, brings the sunshine of the Caribbean to the city with a lively, beach-inspired room, Caribbean rhythms and a central cocktail bar. It's as much about the vibe and the rum as the food — a feel-good spot that builds in energy as the night goes on. The heart of the menu is the jerk pit, where ingredients are marinated for 24 hours in Turtle B…
«A wonderful birthday visit, the service was very quick, and the drinks were incredible, Ro…»
2. Dishoom Manchester · ⭐ 9.7
(10422 reviews)
+9 photos
32 Bridge St, Manchester M3 3BT, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Indian
Dishoom Manchester brings the much-loved restaurant's tribute to old Bombay and its Irani cafés to the city. Like its siblings, it recreates a bygone Bombay café — artfully distressed interiors, vintage details and warm lighting — for a setting that feels lively yet intimate, equally good from an early breakfast to a late-night feast.
«We were a large group and were given tasting platters. The starters were good. The minceme…»
3. Circolo Popolare Manchester · ⭐ 9.9
(8107 reviews)
+9 photos
No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row, Manchester M2 5WD, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Circolo Popolare opened in Manchester on 6 June 2025 as the twenty-ninth restaurant from Big Mamma, the group that treats a dining room the way a theatre treats a set. It seats 280 across two floors, and the ground floor is the reason people book: a ceiling packed solid with eucalyptus and wisteria, festoon lights strung through it, thousands of vintage bottles stacked along th…
«We had a wonderful dinner on a Saturday evening for my husband's birthday. Warmly greeted…»
4. Tattu Manchester · ⭐ 9.3
(5655 reviews)
+9 photos
3 Hardman Square, Gartside St, Manchester M3 3EB, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Asian
Tattu Manchester is the contemporary Chinese restaurant that made the brand's name — a venue as famous for its looks as its food. The interior is a masterpiece of modern elegance, known for its statement cherry blossom chandelier and cherry blossom trees, intricate detailing and a moody, atmospheric setting that's made for special occasions.
«Sunday afternoon was quiet and pleasant. Robert, who served us, was a pleasant guy. We ate…»
5. Browns Manchester · ⭐ 9.3
(4716 reviews)
+9 photos
1 York St, Greater, Manchester M2 2AW, United Kingdom
Cuisine: British
Browns Brasserie & Bar occupies one of Manchester's most beautiful dining rooms, on King Street in a grand building designed by Charles Heathcote in 1902. Originally a bank, its Edwardian baroque architecture and art nouveau detailing — imposing high ceilings, original marble, wood panelling and exquisite wrought ironwork — have been retained and given a cleaner, modern touch.…
«Hi, we stopped in for breakfast today. Having seen this wonderful building online, we were…»
6. El Gato Negro Tapas Manchester · ⭐ 9.3
(4587 reviews)
+9 photos
52 King St, Manchester M2 4LY, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Spanish
El Gato Negro is one of Manchester's best-loved Spanish restaurants — a Michelin Bib Gourmand tapas destination from chef Simon Shaw, set across three floors of a historic converted townhouse on King Street. The ground floor is an evocative bar, the middle storey a buzzy restaurant with a chef's table overlooking the open kitchen, and the top floor a spectacular roof terrace wi…
«To say it was tasty is an understatement! It was spectacular! Very, very tasty! We ate oct…»
7. Gusto Italian – Manchester · ⭐ 9.3
(4331 reviews)
+9 photos
4 Lloyd St, Manchester M2 5AB, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Italian
Gusto Italian brings its contemporary take on Italian cooking to central Manchester, in a visually striking room that blends modern decor with intimate lighting and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. There's a clear emphasis on quality from the moment you walk in, making it a smart yet relaxed spot in the heart of the city.
«My family and I had a wonderful evening for my mum's birthday. We were served by Josh, suc…»
8. The Blues Kitchen Manchester · ⭐ 9.3
(4206 reviews)
+9 photos
13 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HN, United Kingdom
Cuisine: American
The Blues Kitchen Manchester, in Spinningfields, pairs American soul food with live music every night until late. The setting is one of a kind: a former Victorian eye hospital transformed into a character-filled space that feels both polished and lived-in, with original features, reclaimed materials, a warm eclectic dining room and cosy booths. Resident musicians play a mix of…
«Oh, my! Blues Kitchen in Manchester is one of the best places I've been to! Definitely amo…»
9. The Refuge · ⭐ 9.1
(4112 reviews)
+9 photos
Oxford St, Manchester M60 7HA, United Kingdom
Cuisine: International
The Refuge is one of Manchester's most distinctive destination restaurants, set in the heart of the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel (formerly the Principal). Created by DJs-turned-restaurateurs Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford — the team behind Volta in Didsbury — it's a glam-meets-industrial space that flows from an all-day café into a buzzy drinking den as the evening goes on. Slick…
«Was in Manchester for the weekend, booked The Refuge for lunch. Fantastic decor and atmosp…»
10. Fenix Restaurant and Bar, Manchester · ⭐ 9.5
(3611 reviews)
+9 photos
The Goods Yard Building, Goods Yard St, Manchester M3 3BG, United Kingdom
Cuisine: Greek
Fenix is one of Manchester's most ambitious restaurants, a relaxed yet elevated take on Greek-Mediterranean cuisine led by celebrated chefs Ippokratis Anagnostelis and Zisis Giannouras. The space is designed to represent the nest of a phoenix — the mythical firebird reborn from the flames — a legend reflected throughout the lavish decor of limewashed coves, terrazzo floors and…
«A first-class experience! Very cool aesthetic throughout the restaurant, backed up by wond…»
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd | ⭐ 9.7 | 24 821 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | Dishoom Manchester | ⭐ 9.7 | 10 422 | — |
| 3 | Circolo Popolare Manchester | ⭐ 9.9 | 8 107 | People's favourite |
| 4 | Tattu Manchester | ⭐ 9.3 | 5 655 | — |
| 5 | Browns Manchester | ⭐ 9.3 | 4 716 | — |
| 6 | El Gato Negro Tapas Manchester | ⭐ 9.3 | 4 587 | — |
| 7 | Gusto Italian – Manchester | ⭐ 9.3 | 4 331 | — |
| 8 | The Blues Kitchen Manchester | ⭐ 9.3 | 4 206 | — |
| 9 | The Refuge | ⭐ 9.1 | 4 112 | — |
| 10 | Fenix Restaurant and Bar, Manchester | ⭐ 9.5 | 3 611 | — |
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd — score 9.7/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.4/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
Which place has the most reviews? Turtle Bay Manchester Oxford Rd — 24821 visitor reviews.
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