Explore our list of standout restaurants in the city, each chosen for its unique offerings and consistent quality. Experience good food, thoughtful pairings, and the local culinary scene at its best.
Tucked inside Minshull House in Manchester's Kampus neighbourhood, Madre arrived in 2023 after years of success in Liverpool — and quickly became one of the city's most talked-about restaurants. The team behind London's Breddos Tacos and Liverpool's Belzan built the concept on two decades of trips to Mexico City, Guadalajara and Oaxaca, and the menu shows it: authentic tacos, wood-grilled seafood, freshly shucked oysters, seasonal ceviches and a mezcaleria stocked with over 100 tequilas and mezcals. The long, light-filled room is built for groups and lingering — energetic without being overwhelming, and staffed by some of the most knowledgeable and genuinely warm front-of-house in the city. Bold, generous and deeply rooted in Mexican culinary tradition. Madre doesn't do things by halves.
Tucked inside Minshull House in Manchester's Kampus neighbourhood, Madre arrived in 2023 after years of success in Liverpool — and quickly became one of the city's most talked-about restaurants. The team behind London's Breddos Tacos and Liverpool's Belzan built the concept on two decades of trips to Mexico City, Guadalajara and Oaxaca, and the menu shows it: authentic tacos, wood-grilled seafood, freshly shucked oysters, seasonal ceviches and a mezcaleria stocked with over 100 tequilas and mezcals. The long, light-filled room is built for groups and lingering — energetic without being overwhelming, and staffed by some of the most knowledgeable and genuinely warm front-of-house in the city. Bold, generous and deeply rooted in Mexican culinary tradition. Madre doesn't do things by halves.
SORA Deansgate offers a stylish escape above the city, where panoramic views meet bold, contemporary dining. Drawing inspiration from vibrant Asian flavours and modern small plate culture, the experience is designed for sharing and socialising in a sleek, rooftop setting. With a focus on quality ingredients, elegant presentation, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere, Sora brings a fresh perspective to the heart of Manchester.
SORA Deansgate offers a stylish escape above the city, where panoramic views meet bold, contemporary dining. Drawing inspiration from vibrant Asian flavours and modern small plate culture, the experience is designed for sharing and socialising in a sleek, rooftop setting. With a focus on quality ingredients, elegant presentation, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere, Sora brings a fresh perspective to the heart of Manchester.
Tattu offers a modern Asian dining experience designed to take guests on a sensory journey from East to West. The venue is visually inspired by the history and artistry of body art, featuring a stunning interior defined by a signature cherry blossom tree, a symbol of life and good luck. The menu showcases colourful Asian-inspired cuisine that blends traditional flavours with contemporary refinement, complemented by a list of carefully crafted, unique cocktails. With its opulent surroundings and a focus on providing a truly bespoke guest experience, Tattu serves as a stylish and atmospheric backdrop for everything from curated set lunches to late-night celebrations.
Tattu offers a modern Asian dining experience designed to take guests on a sensory journey from East to West. The venue is visually inspired by the history and artistry of body art, featuring a stunning interior defined by a signature cherry blossom tree, a symbol of life and good luck. The menu showcases colourful Asian-inspired cuisine that blends traditional flavours with contemporary refinement, complemented by a list of carefully crafted, unique cocktails. With its opulent surroundings and a focus on providing a truly bespoke guest experience, Tattu serves as a stylish and atmospheric backdrop for everything from curated set lunches to late-night celebrations.
Located in the St Michael’s development, Circolo Popolare is a high-octane Italian trattoria defined by maximalist glamour and joyful excess. The vibrant interior features thousands of backlit spirit bottles and a dense canopy of eucalyptus and wisteria, creating the immersive feel of an overgrown Mediterranean courtyard. The menu is a celebratory showcase of 100% homemade Italian classics, focusing on bold flavours and sharing-style indulgence. Signature dishes include the famous carbonara served from a giant wheel of pecorino, truffle-laden pizzas, and the towering "Incomparable Lemon Pie." It is a spirited sanctuary for those seeking a theatrical dining yet authentic Italian experience in Manchester.
Located in the St Michael’s development, Circolo Popolare is a high-octane Italian trattoria defined by maximalist glamour and joyful excess. The vibrant interior features thousands of backlit spirit bottles and a dense canopy of eucalyptus and wisteria, creating the immersive feel of an overgrown Mediterranean courtyard. The menu is a celebratory showcase of 100% homemade Italian classics, focusing on bold flavours and sharing-style indulgence. Signature dishes include the famous carbonara served from a giant wheel of pecorino, truffle-laden pizzas, and the towering "Incomparable Lemon Pie." It is a spirited sanctuary for those seeking a theatrical dining yet authentic Italian experience in Manchester.
Located in Spinningfields, Fenix is a theatrical, high-concept destination reimagining Greek-Mediterranean cuisine. Inspired by the mythical firebird, the dramatic interior features a visual mezze of volcanic stone, limewashed coves, and pampas grass, centering around a live charcoal Robata grill. The menu prioritises sophisticated sharing-style plates, combining ancestral Hellenic flavours with contemporary fine-dining techniques. Signature dishes include a deconstructed short rib moussaka with Graviera cheese, silky white smoked taramasalata with orange roe, and rich beef paccheri pasta with short rib and truffle. It is a glamorous, flavour-driven sanctuary offering a luxurious, modern taste of Mykonos
Located in Spinningfields, Fenix is a theatrical, high-concept destination reimagining Greek-Mediterranean cuisine. Inspired by the mythical firebird, the dramatic interior features a visual mezze of volcanic stone, limewashed coves, and pampas grass, centering around a live charcoal Robata grill. The menu prioritises sophisticated sharing-style plates, combining ancestral Hellenic flavours with contemporary fine-dining techniques. Signature dishes include a deconstructed short rib moussaka with Graviera cheese, silky white smoked taramasalata with orange roe, and rich beef paccheri pasta with short rib and truffle. It is a glamorous, flavour-driven sanctuary offering a luxurious, modern taste of Mykonos
On Bridge Street, Portfolio is the UK's first dedicated champagne boutique — and since launching its restaurant in early 2026, it's become one of Manchester's most talked-about dining experiences. The concept is the brainchild of chef Julian Pizer, formerly of Another Hand, and Cameron Foster, founder of Deux Six, a specialist importer of exclusive grower champagnes — two people who between them know exactly what food and fizz should taste like together. Pizer's kitchen is built around a single obsession: the perfect bite. Every dish arrives in a single mouthful — up to 18 of them — precisely calibrated to complement over 250 champagnes from 70-plus producers. With just 24 covers and a single sitting per service, there's no sense of rush. Intimate, inventive, and utterly singular.
On Bridge Street, Portfolio is the UK's first dedicated champagne boutique — and since launching its restaurant in early 2026, it's become one of Manchester's most talked-about dining experiences. The concept is the brainchild of chef Julian Pizer, formerly of Another Hand, and Cameron Foster, founder of Deux Six, a specialist importer of exclusive grower champagnes — two people who between them know exactly what food and fizz should taste like together. Pizer's kitchen is built around a single obsession: the perfect bite. Every dish arrives in a single mouthful — up to 18 of them — precisely calibrated to complement over 250 champagnes from 70-plus producers. With just 24 covers and a single sitting per service, there's no sense of rush. Intimate, inventive, and utterly singular.
They went before you.
‘"Dipping my toe"’
‘"It's like a little sneak peak"’
‘"I want to do every city"’
‘Exploring our local area’
‘"It's a good thing to do with friends"’
‘"You get to try different things"’
‘The fact that we can trial different restaurants...’
‘"Range of different restaurants"’
‘"Everything you could wish for really"’
Tickets can only be purchased in advance on this site. Sales, cancellations, and other changes close at 3 PM two days before the tour starts. After payment, you can find your ticket in our free app.
1After purchase, your account and our app show 1. Your ticket 2. Your allergies and dietary notes 3. The restaurants Your 'route' is the order in which you visit the restaurants. You can add or change dietary notes and change your route until 3 PM two days before the tour starts.
2The Tour starts at noon. Present your ticket and enjoy your meal. Once done, no need to wait for anyone: you can proceed to the next restaurant. At each stop, show your ticket, relish the dish and drink, and then continue to the next. The kitchens close at 5pm.
3Change or cancel until 3 PM two days before the tour starts
The cost of The Restaurant Tour is £79-£99 per person, depending on location. This includes six dishes, each paired with a suitable wine (or occasionally an alternative beverage). These will be served across six unique restaurants during the tour. Plus, you'll have access to the "Restaurant Tour" app.
No, The Restaurant Tour is self-guided. The complimentary app provides a list of all the restaurants you'll visit, presented in the correct sequence.
Once you've made your purchase, your ticket is automatically linked to your email address. Simply log into our app using that email, and your ticket will be available there.
After ordering, you can add or change allergies and dietary notes per person from your account or the app. This is possible until 3 PM two days before the tour starts. If something is not listed, email us at info@restauranttour.co.uk.
Yes, but it depends on the route's capacity. You can choose a route when you buy the ticket, or adjust it afterward in the app.
You may cancel without incurring any charges until 3 PM two days before the tour starts. For Sunday tours, that means Friday at 3 PM. Beyond this point, we can't accept cancellations due to the preparations the restaurants will have made in anticipation of your visit.
Yes, you can change the date of your ticket until 3 PM two days before the tour starts. After this deadline, we can't make any changes as the restaurants will have already prepared for your visit.
Liverpool
All enthusiastic entrepreneurs with a passion for wine and food! It's nice to give as a gift and it's really fun. The service at 1 restaurant was not quite great, so that was a bit of a shame, but the other 5 were perfect.
Customer
Such an incredible concept. The best possible way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Glasgow
The food and wine selections were top-notch. I loved discovering the city's culinary scene one bite at a time. Can't wait to return
Customer
Such an amazing way to spend your Sunday. Exploring new restaurants and eating some fabulous food. The restaurants included were so attentive and some even gave us a little gift. Would definately recommend and I will be booking again and bringing more friends.
Glasgow
Fantastic day out in Glasgow on the Restaurant Tour. We had not expected the portions to be so generous, full size mains, and what a nice surprise for the matched wines to be equally generous, and in most cases of a very high quality! It was good to have the restaurants spaced out enough to walk off the meal before digging into the next one! And all the venues were beautifully appointed, the ambiance just perfect for not one but six meals fit for a couple of princesses!!
Liverpool
All enthusiastic entrepreneurs with a passion for wine and food! It's nice to give as a gift and it's really fun. The service at 1 restaurant was not quite great, so that was a bit of a shame, but the other 5 were perfect.
Customer
Such an incredible concept. The best possible way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Glasgow
The food and wine selections were top-notch. I loved discovering the city's culinary scene one bite at a time. Can't wait to return
Customer
Such an amazing way to spend your Sunday. Exploring new restaurants and eating some fabulous food. The restaurants included were so attentive and some even gave us a little gift. Would definately recommend and I will be booking again and bringing more friends.
Glasgow
Fantastic day out in Glasgow on the Restaurant Tour. We had not expected the portions to be so generous, full size mains, and what a nice surprise for the matched wines to be equally generous, and in most cases of a very high quality! It was good to have the restaurants spaced out enough to walk off the meal before digging into the next one! And all the venues were beautifully appointed, the ambiance just perfect for not one but six meals fit for a couple of princesses!!
Customer
It was very well organized, great way to sample different foods and restaurants that we would not normally have tried. Fantastic way to meet and chat to loads of new people cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Great value for money
Glasgow
My husband and I went in the Glasgow Merchant City Restaurant Tour. At each restaurant the food was wonderful and we got drink for each course too. We could tour as quickly or as slowly as we wanted and we had plenty of time to visit all restaurants. We definitely plan to go on another tour and will know it is so good to buy as a gift! I have recommended this tour to friends and colleagues who have also taken the opportunity to go on a food tour!
Birmingham
Really really well organized and some fantastic places to visit. The difference between the best and worst place on the tour was quite vast, but 5 of our 6 stops were incredible and the variety actually made it more interesting and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!
Customer
Fantastic experience. Visited great restaurants I wouldn't have gone to otherwise.
Customer
It was a great way to try out 6 different restaurants. Fantastic way to catch up with friends as no poring over menus and waiting for orders or the bill. The short walks in between each venue were welcome. I'd say we spent roughly an hour in each venue.
Customer
It was very well organized, great way to sample different foods and restaurants that we would not normally have tried. Fantastic way to meet and chat to loads of new people cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Great value for money
Glasgow
My husband and I went in the Glasgow Merchant City Restaurant Tour. At each restaurant the food was wonderful and we got drink for each course too. We could tour as quickly or as slowly as we wanted and we had plenty of time to visit all restaurants. We definitely plan to go on another tour and will know it is so good to buy as a gift! I have recommended this tour to friends and colleagues who have also taken the opportunity to go on a food tour!
Birmingham
Really really well organized and some fantastic places to visit. The difference between the best and worst place on the tour was quite vast, but 5 of our 6 stops were incredible and the variety actually made it more interesting and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend!
Customer
Fantastic experience. Visited great restaurants I wouldn't have gone to otherwise.
Customer
It was a great way to try out 6 different restaurants. Fantastic way to catch up with friends as no poring over menus and waiting for orders or the bill. The short walks in between each venue were welcome. I'd say we spent roughly an hour in each venue.
