The Top 5 Restaurants in Manchester

Jennifer Chee

Dec 5, 2024

Manchester

Manchester is emerging rapidly and gaining recognition as an up-and-coming food destination, and a culinary hotspot to watch. Famous for its architecture, musical notability and of course its iconic football clubs, Manchester is becoming a favourite for tourists seeking a new city break. This steady incline in tourism presents golden opportunities for businesses to rise in the city as the next "it" restaurants.

In this vibrant city that is no stranger to frill and fancy, Manchester’s food and beverage scene embraces maximalism with open arms. From lavish interiors to unforgettable entertainment, restaurants are pulling out all the stops to make their mark in this dynamic urban landscape. The compiled list below is just a few of these best and brightest restaurants that Manchester has to offer.

Sexy Fish Manchester

From Mayfair to Miami, the Sexy Fish restaurant collection delivers jaw-dropping opulence across the globe. Opening the Manchester location back in October of last year, Sexy Fish has seen an impressive interest in its newest branch. The vast and impressive dining room is often full on a Friday night, with an overflow of guests socialising around the bar. For lovers of celebrity-spotting, this is a popular dining space for influencers and celebrities, and anyone who enjoys luxury and indulgence.

Flirting with the concept of Asian fusion, complimented by an interior of oceanic-themed marble floors, the sky-scraping aquatic sculptures and staff in rainbow-fish colourful uniforms are only fraction of the maximalist design. Whilst the visuals are enough to have your jaw on the floor, the impressive cocktail and food menus deliver a vast range of Asian fusion options, with sharing dishes and fresh sushi.

Notably, the Spicy Yellowtail Signature Maki is a true standout, with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture that is perfectly paired with a fiery spicy paste which lingers on the palate and creates a harmonious balance of smoothness and spice. The Tuna Tataki with Spicy Ponzu is another star dish, offering a multi-layered flavour profile. The seared edges of the tuna have a delicate smokiness, enhancing the natural sweetness, with a delicious ponzu sauce that delivers a vibrant, citrus tang. Visually, it’s a feast for the eyes, with artistic plating that tempts you to admire it just a little longer before taking the first bite. Whilst Sexy Fish delivers on its signature seafood, it also impresses with its cooked meat dishes. Of note, we recommend the Spicy Lamb Chops served with Kyoto Cucumber, deliciously fatty and umami flavours, balanced perfectly with a refreshing cucumber contrast that packs a chilli punch.

Indulgent flavours and ingredients come together to deliver a deliciously varied smorgasbord dining experience that is best for sharing with your favourite dining partner. The only challenge? Deciding what to try from the extensive menu, where every dish promises to be as enticing as the next.

Altogether, if you are looking for an exciting, sharing-concept Asian tapas menu with luxurious interiors and buzzing vibes, be sure to try and snag a table at Sexy Fish Manchester.

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Address: 1 The Avenue, Deansgate, Manchester M3 3AP | Website: sexyfishmanchester.com | Phone: 0161 526 2929 | Instagram: @sexyfish_manchester | Facebook: Sexy Fish Manchester

Australasia

Situated in an unassuming glass triangular structure, descend underground and you’ll find the urban paradise of Australasia. Incorporating coastal flair with Pacific Rim influences, this 2011 restaurant opens the doors to modern Australian cuisine with an aesthetically serene interior setting. Carefully curated cocktails are prepared at the bar by expert mixologists offering modern twists on classics that deliver distinct flavours.

The laid-back Australian way of life is incorporated into the dining style, as Australasia uses a sharing-style concept menu, enabling diners to taste a variety of dishes, and get a detailed understanding of the cuisine. Whilst the team typically recommends three to four dishes per couple, an alternative tasting menu option is available, allowing more freedom to indulge in everything that Australasia has to offer. For groups of two or more, four waves of flavours are delivered to the table, from raw fish all the way through to indulgent sweet treats. Priced at £75 per head, it is an option that ensures the full culinary experience.

Cibo

For an Italian al fresco-style dining experience, step into Cibo, where lush greenery from interior trees and plants transforms the space into a tranquil escape. Housed in a Grade II listed building, Cibo intertwines glamorous interiors with the timeless elegance of panelled wood, marble tables, plush velvet textures, and intricate chandeliers, bringing elevated sophistication to Manchester’s dining scene. Adding to its allure, Cibo offers live music every Sunday from 6–9 pm, making it an atmospheric spot for dinner paired with a performance.

The menu is a celebration of Italian cuisine, featuring everything from fresh, wood-fired pizzas to hand-rolled pasta and small plates, delivering the ultimate multi-course Italian feast. Sip on a glass of Whispering Angel for a touch of luxury, and let yourself be transported to the Mediterranean as you indulge in an irresistible spread of comforting, carb-rich dishes.

Fenix

Escapism meets Greek cuisine at Fenix in Manchester. The Fenix dining experience is inspired by the mythical firebird, with a menu that is matched to phases, and changes with the hours of your day. The concept is inspired by the timelessness of rebirth, life, and renewal as traditional craftsmanship meets cutting edge experiential technology for a truly unique dining service.

Serving modern Greek dishes delivered to table in a sharing concept, Fenix offers authentic flavours for an authentic Greek food journey. A variety of meze, spreads, and salads, the extensive menu leaves you wanting more. For parties of two or more, a tasting menu is available starting at £74 per head, and includes a balanced and carefully curated menu to provide a true taste of Greek flavours. Rooted in history and tradition, the taverna shared tasting concept menu pays homage to the age-old tradition of gathering, feasting and togetherness.

Situated on the ground floor is the bar, where show stopping cocktails are crafted by expert mixologists. In tune with the elements, each drink is inspired by Greek mythology, uniting unique flavours with thoughtful storytelling.

Tattu

Tattu delivers quality Asian cuisine with opulent interiors, conceptually inspired by the development of Asian influences in body art as it makes its way to the West. Offering an la carte menu, multi-course menu deals, tasting menus served in three carefully curated waves, or Tattu’s exclusive Imperial Sunday Roast – an Asian-inspired take on the traditional British Sunday staple – there is limitless opportunity to indulge in fine flavours surrounded in a setting that promises refinement. Following traditional Chinese cuisine, lunchtime Dim Sum is also available, with a variety of steamed and fried modern classic dishes.

Explore Tattu’s seasonal cocktail menu, with theatrical serving that visually captures the power of the four seasons. Unique assortments of cocktails are put together by talented creatives, like the Winter Collection, Seven Seas or its Signature Collection. For a complete Asian dining experience, Japanese sake and beer adds a traditional tipple to your dinner.

The Top 5 Restaurants in Manchester

Sexy Fish Manchester

Australasia

Cibo

Fenix

Tattu

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