Top 30 Best Flavorful italian dishes in Manchester

“The food and service were fantastic. Such a friendly feel. The parmigiana was so tasty, would highly recommend and the amaretto mulled wine was so great and felt so christmasy. Excited to try the panettone I bought.”

“We went here on the second day. They have a very nice and simple menu of great traditional Mediterranean dishes. We tried a wide selection of starters, mains and desserts and they all deliver very high quality whilst being very well priced. The service is very friendly and it is a welcome and addition to the area, you will not be disappointed.”

“Really nice food and good service too. Really good staff and a nice choice of food on the menu. Staff helpfull and about when you need then, happy to make alterations to drinks and meals too. The food we had was really nice! I would definitely go back next time I'm in the area. Prices good too.”

“We went to Terra & Mare on Christmas Day and it was absolutely amazing. I was in charge of booking a restaurant for our family Christmas Day meal. I found Terra & Mare online, and although the reviews were excellent, I was still a little apprehensive because I had never eaten there before and I just wanted everything to be perfect for ourselves and my parents. Well, thanks to all of the amazing staff at the Terra & Mare our Christmas Day was absolutely perfect. From the second that we walked through their doors, you could tell that you were in great hands. They immediately took our jackets and sat us at our table, then within a minute or two they brought us some drinks over. Every single member of staff was so attentive and couldn't do enough for you, and they did it all with a huge smile on their face. There were five of us in our party, and each and every course that we had was absolutely delicious, and there was nothing that you could fault. This was the first time that we had managed to be together as a family at Christmas for three years, so thank you to everyone at the Terra & Mare for helping to make this one absolutely perfect.”

“Good traditional Italian cuisine. Perfect atmosphere for celebration meals. The staff were very efficient without pestering every 5 mins. I definitely will be returning in the very near future!”

“Had a wonderful time at the September pop-up event, every course was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully. The menu was full of tasty ingredients from start to finish and we can’t wait to try more dishes! Laurie is obviously a talented chef and the serving team were lovely too. Great atmosphere in a cool venue. Highly recommended!”

“Lovely place been here couple of times very friendly staff and fantastic food.”

“Superb food, great dining experience and friendly staff. Never had a bad experience. All the staff are very welcoming and remember faces which is always a nice touch. Two of my favourite menu items (Rabbit starter and Beef Short Rib Starter) have been removed, but you are still inundated with choice. Servings are also great for an Italian. When you are inside, you actually forget that you are in Oldham. Highly recommended.”

“We have been for a valentines meal and it was fabulous, steak cooked to perfection. Starters was very nice Service was outstanding staff very attentive. First visit to this place. Lovely can't recommend enough will be back.”

“First time trying blonde lady very friendly let us try sauce before ordering. Left pasta in photo is salmon and right picture is spicy chicken. Spicey chicken with mild sauce was really tasty glad I didn't have the spicey sauce as it would have been too spicy. Salmon was also tasty aswell which I never really eat. Decent portions we ordered two large pastas and two decent drinks for around 20 pound and we was that fill we didn't have the energy to finsh off shopping ha ha .”

“Thank you for such a lovely evening last week. Has to be one of the best Italian pizzas I have had in a while. All fresh and authentic. Also had some tasty tiger prawns to start. My partner had the Salmon which I tried too, very good. Hats off to the chef! Thanks to the waitress Gabi who made some good recommendations, as I was a bit stuck for choice!”

“Beautiful family Birthday celebration for 12 Complimentary garlic bread which was a lovely surprise. Meal outstanding as always. Friendly staff Top class chef A really lovely evening enjoy by us all. Highly recommended.”

“This is by far the best Italian in the North West! Amazing family run business with the best Italian food! Quality and value for money,combined with excellent service. A very merry atmosphere, and it isn't even Christmas yet! Never let down at Bellinis!”

“Great service, friendly staff. The place was busy and a good atmosphere with a live singer on Saturday night. The food was amazing, I had the grill Ribeye which was stunning, my partner had the salmon which was a very good size and cooked very well. The desserts were enjoyable and the cocktails were good. Excellent choice of wine for a good price and I would recommend the montepulciano.”

“Ordered from here tonight with my boyfriend it was absolutely lovely. We have to drive to pick it up and so worth and will continue to do so even when we move. The most polite service and the best food. A true gem!”

“Wonderful food, great value for money and very friendly, helpful staff. Booked for my birthday and got complimentary birthday desert. Always feel so well taken care of here and food is consistently tasty and fresh! Will be back again soon! Thanks!”

“Vibrant area with plenty of restaurants. Arndale centre towers adjacent to the corn exchange which does not have a dedicated car park. Parking can be a nightmare for first timers. The adjacent shopping malls offer paid parking at a premium so allow some time to navigate the maze of road works, one way streets and the short walk to your destination.”

“La Bella offer an awesome range of fresh pizzas. I like my take aways from store. I do it twice a week and always have consistency in food.”

“Very nice atmosphere, really relaxing with pretty lights & decor. Staff very friendly & helpful. I would have to say much nicer than the Knutsford restaurant, with sounds of coffee cups slamming & cutlery thrown around... not relaxing! I'd definitely recommend Cheadle Hulme Gusto. Seating looks lovely for alfresco dining in the summer too. Lovely evening spent for my boyfriend's birthday, with his kids & their partners. All left very happy. Thank you.”

“First visit last night. Food was delicious and hot. Staff were great and very helpful especially the young lady who waited on our table. Will definitely come again.”

“Lovely Italian place around Arndale. Food was good, particularly enjoyed the calamari antipasti. The waiters are friendly and happy to make suggestions when asked.”

“Live around the corner from this pizza takeaway. It's not been open long so tonight we had the pizza takeaway and a garlic bread. First off ,real home baked pizza dough, second was the box was bone dry,no dripping grease under the pizza which was absolutely beut. The choice of garlic bread and pizza toppings are amazing. All in all.10/10 from me. New owners should be proud.”

“Lovely food, great service... but it was cold. Of course it was freezing outside, but I wish the heating had been turned up inside. But we'll definitely be back .”

“Fantastic food. Great delivery service. For many years we ordered from prime pizza in cheetham hill and they were good but they closed down. Couldn't find anything local to match it until Ryan's opened and i can't believe they have surpassed it!”

“A real hidden gem! Delicious, authentic, homemade food! Adored the homemade pasta. The Tiramisu and apple cake complemented the starter and main”

“This is the best shawarma i have ever had in Manchester. I highly recommend this restaurant. Staff are very friendly.”

“Amazing staff, told them to take their time but they were just asking if I’m sure. Food is amazing. Had a cheese and ham toastie. Not had one like it since my mum made me them as a child”

“Ate at Prezzo in Bolton with my Fiancee using Meerkats (2-4-1) friendly welcome, clean restaurant, Friendly staff, great service and Great food. 5* From us.”

“Absolutely fantastic tasty food. First time I've been, but will definitely be going back. Best lasagna I've ever tasted.”