Reviews in Manchester City Centre

pre- or post-cinema/theatre/shopping you can't beat this noodle bar for quality inexpensive food

I have eaten at El Rincon on a number of occasions though i admit that it is not my favourite Spanish eaterie. The ambience is authentic and the service is fine but alas the ping of the microwave is all too frequent,often supported by the arrival of molten dishes. Not really what i expect in a restaurant these days.Maybe its just my perception?

Awesome food, friendly staff, good atmosphere. I eat here a lot and always leave feeling pleasantly full and in a good mood. Try it on a Saturday afternoon.

Have been to Gio's quite a few times both before and after the recent refurbishment. Have always found the food to be very good quality and very tasty. Service is also good and the staff are friendly and efficient. The place is popular,especially at weekends so expect a little dealy but relax and enjoy the ambience over some good wine!

Okay, we all know Frankie & Benny's is a chain of restaurants but it's surprisingly not bad. I had the chicken dippers salad to start with, which whilst pricey was an ideal size for a starter. The chicken was admittedly bite-sized, but the whole dish was reasonable for a starter. It can be frustrating to get a huge starter which fills you up and empties your pocket. I would have been more impressed if the price of the starters matched the size of them, but anyway... Main course came and was again a perfect portion size to not be over-filling but definately ensured we left with my hunger satisfied. Service friendly and reasonable, whilst the surroundings were in need of a clean, for the booth we were in at least (food on the floor under the table). I'd definately go back if I want a light and reasonable American Italian meal.

If you've tried other Mediterranean restaurants you'll know all about the mediocre food and high prices charged by some establishments in Manchester. How refreshing then, to come across Efes, an authentic Turkish taverna which truly expands its offering beyond kebabs and homous. Service was very friendly and professional, whilst the food introduced us to a number of different turkish dishes.

Unfortunately the excellent meal was marred by the service - they kept forgetting us so we had to badger them to get cutlery, to order, to get the water we'd asked for, to order dessert. A shame as the food was very good and the place is a lot warmer now they've redesigned the doorway!

At last a good restaurant with food entirely made on the premises. Three of us were dining and all of our meals were excellent. The food is simple Italian fayre but exectuted very well. The pizza bases are thin and chewy with a lovely wood smoked flavour and their vegetables and meat are of top quality. The service was patchy and brusque, as some Italian male waiters enjoy affecting but the quality of the food and wine more than made up for this. We thoroughly recommend this restaurant but book ahead as it is very busy.

the best asian food you can get

I have travelled extensively in Thailand and this is the best Hot and Sour soup that I have had since getting back to England. Bring it on!

I had lunch here today and just had a starter of an assortment of gnocchi in a wonderful garlicky cream sauce. I had to wait a long time for the meal, but was worth the wait. I will definitely go again.

Definately the best Chinese in Manchester at the moment!!

Do not let the modest entrance to this city centre institution fool you. The Armenian Taverna is quite possibly one of the best restaurants that Manchester can boast and the best thing is, that it is truly without any of the pretensions which many of the so called ?tyle?eateries in the city come loaded with. Unless however you are a regular to Armenian cuisine, do not choose from the menu yourself. Instead allow the owner, Matise, who? larger than life character is barely contained within the four walls of the building to make recommendations for you; his knowledge and passion for the food which this venue creates is magical and well worth reserving a table for alone. The exquisite menu is complimented further by a wine list of equally unpretentious but well sought out and enjoyed labels, and the Armenian Taverna is also one of very few establishments to stock Ch?au Musar. There are few restaurants in Manchester that can compete with this restaurant which must be seen to be believed.

A truly enjoyable experience. Staff were subtly attentive, genuinely friendly, knowledgeable, about the product as a whole as well as being very confident in discussing wine, dessert options etc. I felt that they were really enjoying being there, almost as much as me, but not quite I expect.

Quality food, superb service. An outstanding dining experience on the canals of Manchester. Highly recommended!

The food is exceptional, the service outstanding and the atmosphere brilliant. I can't wait to go back and try the thai section upstairs.

30 seconds away from the bright lights of the trendy modern bars and clubs that make up the Printworks sits the very old, but nevertheless magnificent Sinclairs Oyster Bar. Nicknamed 'The shambles', the building is a small wooden hut with two floors where the crowd, old and young alike come for an after work drink or to start a night on the town. Anything goes!! It has to be seen to be beleived, you will fall in love with the friendly atmosphere and the cheap beer, (Homebrew no less. The pils is lethal!) The pub was moved after the manchester bomb in 1996 and withstood the bomobs of WW2, the history is literally on the walls!! It proves to be a second home to many mancunian drinkers. Sitting outside in the nice weather is a must!!! The grubs not bad either!

I visited on 29/11/03 at 8.30pm. We were given a very dark corner. The music was so loud that conversation was impossible. Good starters but when has spare ribs, tuna in mayo and plain chicken legs been Greek. We were also over charged for drinks. Very dissapointed. Next time Dimitris