Reviews in Manchester

I visited the Olive Garden for the first time ever a couple of weeks ago with a friend - don't let the outside of the building put you off! The ambience and the welcome we received were second to none. The food was wonderful - even on an 'offer' night, though if you went all out it could end up more of a 'treat' than a 'pop in' experience. All the staff we saw were extremely attentive and friendly. Can't recommend it enough - I will be back very soon - can't wait.

My boyfreind and I went to Jem & I last night for dinner. I love the decor and the atmosphere there, however last night it was very quiet but it was a Monday night. I thought the choice was their biggest downfall, in that there was very little on their main dish menu. I ended up having two starters which were delicious and very filling with a side order of fries whilst my other half thoroughly enjoyed his fillet steak. They were short of wine which was explained as we sat down so we ended up with the House Red and that was very good. Overall we did have a lovely meal, but I thought it was quite pricey for a Monday nights tea, especially since I had two starters and we only had one dessert.

Very cosy atmosphere with a superb cast iron stove to warm the cockles. Excellent choice of wines and ales Food choice is expansive and the produce offered was fresh and well presented. The kitchen staff are to be congratulated. Without doubt one of the premier dining establishments of Saddleworth.

I live in Singapore, so my standards for Indian food are very high. This was my first trip to Manchester and the quality of the food and friendly service at EastzEast was simply outstanding. "British" Indian food at its very best - I'd recommend anyone to eat here.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meal here. Although it cost more than most Chinese restaurants I have been to it was well worth it for all the finishing touches. We went here because we were looking for a restaurant that was open late in the evening as we were going after a show at the Arena and we were made to feel very welcome even though it was late and we were the last ones in there. No effort was made to rush us out. I will definitely go again when wanting to eat late after concerts.

Pound for Pound probably the best night out in Manchester,only problem everyone else knows as the place was 'chockka' sat night from 7 onwards. so if you dont mind waiting a little while(nice enough bar)superb food ,superb service at incredibly reasonable prices,overall outstanding.top recommendation. Try a pint in Cask bar just 1 min walk away(towards the Hilton) super choice of foreign beers

Fantastic! Great food, good friendly service. Better than all the city centre Chinese restaurants.

Have been to smiths lots of times over the last few years. They seem to be one of very few places that improve with time. The staff are excellent and the quality of the menus available are second to none. Whether its the Tuesday jazz night, an early tea or a night out with friends there is no place better place to fill you up and leave you looking forward to your next visit

The staff were lovely although they had to be reminded of the water and wine we ordered. We went for the full three courses and the food was by and large exceptional. My companion and I had the fish specials for our main course and both were excellent. The cheese board was a disappointment, it looked like it came from Somerfield down the road!

5 of us dined at the San Carlo on Tuesday 23/10/07. The food was good, however, it tended to go cold very quickly as the plates had not been heated sufficiently. We were also presented with vegetables that had not been ordered. The service on the other hand was quite simply abysmal; apart from one very recently recruited member of staff, the rest displayed at best, a very disinterested attitude (until it was time for the bill). They were however, very attentive to a table consisting of 6 scantily clad young ladies! The bill itself was an art form in over-pricing. Not only were we charged for 2 bottles of wine that we hadn’t consumed, we were also charged at a higher rate than shown on the wine list. All in all, the over-charging amounted to in excess of £70, plus the standard 10% service charge, meant that we would have been out of pocket by some £77! It is not acceptable in this day and age, particularly as there is so much competition in central Manchester, for this type of lackadaisical and very poor attitude to service to be tolerated. A very disgruntled diner.

i have been going to this restaurant for 8 years and it is the best curry house in Manchester. get a chicken kahari and you wont look back. the staff make you feel very at home and it is excellent value for money.

The coffee was cold. We ordered 6 Tapas - the 'salad' was no more than a garnish and very limp. The squid was inedible, chorizo ok and I didn't bother with anything else.My companion ate some beef because she was so hungry. The waitress was surly. We left there and went to San Carlos.

I had lunch today and was very disappointed. I used to eat at Dimitris when I lived in Manchester 4 years ago, but obviously times have changed.The food whilst palatable was not up to the standard I remember and the decor is now very shabby. The outside eating area seems better and is probably lovely in the summer, but not in October in England and did seem to be a bit of a thoroughfare. Never mind, there are lots of restaurants in Manchester - I will have fun trying them out

the cow & calf in my experience is one of the best restaurants i have ever been too the food is wonderfully presented and tastes even better! Sunday lunch is 2 three course meals for only £7.95 and is the best Sunday roast i have ever tasted its all homemade and fresh also the beer is the cheapest around and probably the best! so the cow & calf is definitely worth a visit!

Have been visiting the Three Crowns for years and have never had even a minor complaint whether it be a bar meal or full a la carte. The personal service makes it a real home from home and the food can match many of the trendy Manchester establishments for half the cost. Good wholesome food with a little flair. Loathed to recommend too highly would rather keep it our secret.

I love little yang sing it's the best Chinese restaurant in the country and i will come here forever.

the best restaurant in town, where we had a great friendly service quiet comfortable surroundings most of all the food is great.

My wife and I along with two friends visited the restaurant on Saturday the 20th October 2007, Our overall opinion was the food and ambience was good but not exceptional for the price paid. The portions were not over generous, and only a small platter of greens served to share between four people. potatoes not included seemingly?Although we have visited before we would not be inclined to revisit in the near future.