Ресторан · Manchester · ⭐ 9.9/10 · 8107 reviews · updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
Address: No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row, Manchester M2 5WD, United Kingdom
Big Mamma’s spectacular Italian comes to Manchester
Circolo Popolare Manchester brings the cult Big Mamma group’s most photogenic Italian to the city — a riot of cascading ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and walls lined with thousands of bottles of vintage spirits and wines. With a Sicilian, Mediterranean spirit, romantic candlelight and a vibrant, warmly served room, it feels like stepping into a joyful, oversized Italian trattoria.
What to order
The showstopper is the Gran Carbonara, mixed and served straight from a 4kg wheel of pecorino. Beyond it, expect soft Neapolitan pizzas with San Marzano DOP tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, creamy burrata from Puglia, and moreish fritters and garlic bread. Leave room for the famous XXL lemon pie and the chocolate-covered profiterole.
Who it’s for
A fun night out with friends, a celebration or a date where the room is part of the show — generous portions and fair prices for the spectacle. Booking ahead is strongly recommended.
Questions and answers
What kind of food does Circolo Popolare serve? Generous Italian with a Sicilian, Mediterranean accent — pizzas, pasta, burrata and big desserts.
What should I order? The Gran Carbonara from a 4kg pecorino wheel, a Neapolitan pizza and the XXL lemon pie.
What makes the interior special? Cascading ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and thousands of bottles on the walls.
Is it part of Big Mamma? Yes — it’s one of the group’s most spectacular restaurants.
Is there outdoor seating? Yes — long shared tables sit under a eucalyptus-and-wisteria canopy strung with festoon lights, one of the city’s prettiest terraces.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–23:45 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:45 |
| Sunday | 12:00–23:00 |
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A wonderful place for a girls' dinner or a birthday celebration – wonderful atmosphere, and the service really enhances the vibe of this place. The service our waitress Chops gave us was well above average and really mad…
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
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We had a wonderful dinner on a Saturday evening for my husband's birthday. Warmly greeted and shown to our seat. We sat on the ground floor, the spot was nice and atmospheric. Our waiter served us quickly and warmly. The…
The pasta was brought warm, it hadn't been reheated with a torch. The pasta was nearly served while I was in the toilet. Weak internet connection upstairs when paying the bill, which for some reason blocked my card. I ha…
I'd like to note that the overall service was truly exceptional. The restaurant's atmosphere and decor were thought out down to the smallest detail, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Most importantly, the quality…
This place is just incredible, from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, the service was incredible. Scott was very attentive and informative, even explaining about rennet and so on. Even the other staff by…
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