Reviews in Manchester City Centre

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

Arrived one lunchtime and had the largest portions didn't eat dinner till 9.30 !!!

even though there are stair's to this restaurant my nana is 70 and struggles getting up stairs but when we come here she is up there first as she knows how good the food is.this is the best restaurant in china town

me and my husband have visited the restaurant twice now and the service and food is excellent. the staff are very friendly and polite, nothing is to much trouble for them. we will definetly be going again and recommend it to anyone.

Great concept for a restaurant. One you must try!

If you're a hardcore noodle professional like me - this is the place. While the subtle and amazingly fresh flavours of each dish compliment each other perfectly, the fiery added chilli (optional -for the die-hard spice fans) gives it a conclusive kick up the *** giving the whole meal a satisfying and extrememly delicious taste....I don't believe the flavours created at tampopo can be beaten at any other pan-asian restaurant that I know of, and I 've had some experience! I could go on and on, but if you're looking for very quick, fresh cuisine at a quirky, people-watching location, get yourself down to Albert Square.

My sister had her wedding reception at Stock and it was fantastic! The staff were superb and the food second to none - all 7 courses! I can't recommend it enough if you want a "city" wedding. It might cost that bit extra but worth every penny.

This place is, like my review suggests, outstanding. When you first walk in the restaurant, the interior isn't very welcoming. It kind of reminded me of an indoor swimming pool, but as soon as you pass the first test, and go through the second door to the actual restaurant, it's top quality through and through.

Lunch at the Lowry was excellent. The food was delicious and light, simple and value for money. The service is what you'd expect from a five star hotel owned by Rocco Forte, in suroundings that are designed to make you feel special without the intimidating and cold atmosphere of other fine dining establishments...dinner is next on my hit list and I won't be driving!

Grinch is definitely a pesonal favourite of mine- it's so cosy and has such a great atmosphere. The food is excellent and is better than the standard of most wine- bar-restaurant type establishments. I had a Duck Pizza which was fab and only £5 during happy hour. My favourite food here is their Special Chicken- it is a real must as no-where else does anything as good! Proof that independant places like this really can do better than all the chains that seem to dominate Manchester these days.

The address is a bit misleading being at the back of the buildings at the corner of Deansgate and Quay Street, but well worth finding his little gem. Very handy for the The Opera House, The Triangle, and Castlefield on nights out in the city centre, and we often make an 8 mile round trip just for a special lunch time meet-up. An informal atmosphere and cordial welcome awaits you, and questions on the dishes are welcomed with friendly, enthusiastic advice. The food is fantastic - try a few tapas followed by Paella and the odd glass of red wine.

Hey! I've been to the Wagamama only once, but I'll definetly go there again. Even my parents liked the atmosphere-it's stylish and looks a little bit like a university refectory- but that's perfect. The guests don't spend to much time to sit around after there meal-that seems to be part of the concept which is great as there can be a long queue. We had about 20 people standing in front of us it we only waited 5 minutes. The service is quick- food is served when it's ready and it comes immediately- so one might have to wait longer than the others, but it's fresh. I had Ramen noodles with chicken and coriander- it' was just delicious!! The noodles were good, the chicken was crispy and the coriander was fresh. Sorry- I can't remember the price for it. But as a student you get a discount on the bill (only food i guess) before 7 pm. It's worth it!! I'm going to buy a t-shirt there aswell one day! Go there and try- you'll love it if you like chinese, thai or indian food. Enjoy! mieke

what a brilliant place - buzzy atmosphere, gorgeous food and top staff

I took my girlfriend there in the first week I met her, and because we had such a good time there we are going back for our anniversary, food, service, everything was excellent

topkapi palace was one of the best restaurants i had ever been to in my life the food the service the atmosphere was amazing definatley going again!!!

A beautiful, romantic, atmospheric and sophisticated restaurant. Tasty food, friendly, personal service, good choice of food and wine. A frequent visitor, always a pleasure.

LOOKED A BIT GRUBBY BUT THE FOOD WAS GOOD AND HOT. STAFF COULDNT DO ENOUGHFORYOU. WELL DONE STAFF