Top 30 Best Italian food restaurants in Manchester

“What can I say. A little hiccup with the pizza. Purely accidental, it got squashed under other food. The restaurant was amazing. Very apologetic and replaced it in record time. The starters, brilliant the wife’s Pasta dish very tasty and finally my pizza. One of the best I have had in a long time. Everybody who wants a good Italian. Pepper’s is the place. Thankyou”

“Proper, delicious, real Italian food from really kind, heartwarming Italian guys!!! We ate here once, as otherwise we are basedin London, but when ever we will be back to Manchester, we will come back again!!! Love it, love it, love it!! Thank you so much!❤️”

“Great food and great value, been a few times now and never disappointed”

“Been here a few times now and it has been excellent every time. The food is delicious, some of the best veggie food I've ever had! Can even take meat eaters and they love it too. The staff are absolutely lovely and attentive but not overly so. When I brought my gran in a wheelchair one time they were so accommodating and nice. I recommend this place to everyone.”

“Is it the pasta or the sauce? Set aside any fears of school dinner Mac and cheese, Sugo is on a different level altogether. Having lucked out on getting a table after 2 years of living nearby, I relished the chance to review them. The space is warm but snug. Large parties will struggle especially with COVID restrictions. Not an issue in summer, but a possible one in Winter. They’re dog friendly as they have some seating outside, so please specify this when booking. Onto the primi piatti! Expect luscious pasta cooked to the correct side of al dente. It seems to inhale the sauces that make use of the starch and premium stock in lieu of cream. All making for a far more palatable meal. And the sauce. The term does not do the flavours and texture justice. The melange of spices and components be they vegetarian or not, are sublime. Just a taste of the seafood pasta alone conveyed everything in one bite. Not to be outdone, their beverage selection is nothing short of brilliant. The chinotto brought back fond memories of Kinni cola. Sadly I did not have time to partake of dolce but will endeavour to do so next time.”

“This was amazing! I would go back again and just order the honey butter rings as they were that good. Great service, lovely, clean restaurant. There was no parking on site but plenty of street parking and a pub next door you can pay to park.”

“Fantastic kebab for a fiver. good quality! Recommended.”

“Attentive staff, fast service and fair prices. The only disappointing thing is that I wasn't allowed to leave a tip on my card. I barely ever carry cash so sadly I couldn't leave a gratuity.”

“Booked to go again on mother's day. Reasonable prices. Good family restaurant.”

“The most succulent steak I have had for a very long time and the Crème Brûlée was too for for. The atmosphere and the ambience was worth the visit. Well done!!”

“Booked in for a Mother's day lunch. Brilliant atmosphere, superb service, amazing food! We will absolutely be coming back & I'll definitely be having a Cannolo Siciliano again! Possibly the best desert I've ever had.”

“Casa is like a second home to me, my family have been going here ever since they first opened, every birthday every Christmas we are there, the food is out of this world! My favourite is the half cheese half tomato garlic bread and the tagliatelle supreme!! I could go on. The customer service is excellent they are so friendly and try to have laughs with everyone! Casa nostra is the best Italian I’ve ever been too! Even when we get it to takeaway it is just like being in the restaurant itself!”

“Go in here a lot and can honestly say the pizzas are amazing , definitely worth every penny. Staff there are so welcoming and lovely , highly recommend to anyone ❤️❤️”

“We love this place, fabulous service, amazing food, all the drinks you'd want...always top notch. Try the meatballs, they are so tasty and fresh.”

“Great find for pizza in the edge of the Northern Quarter in Manchester city centre. Staff all appear Italian and are really friendly. All customers are"the Boss" . Pizzas were every bit as good as the photos. Reasonably priced too. Must try the swing seats the next time. Will go back the next time I'm in town.”

“A beautiful place with great atmosphere, very clean, tidy and stylish decor. Service is brilliant, friendly and professional. They do vegan cheese for the pizzas (plenty of options to choose from) and vegan Nutella for their dessert option (they also delicious lemon and raspberry sorbets). The pizza base is perfect, thin and crispy. The size is perfect and filled me up nicely when I was starving. The pizza is served with vegan garlic mayo, which is OUT OF THIS WORLD!”

“Great authentic Italian restaurant, the courtyard makes you feel like you're in Southern Italy! Food is great quality and freshly made on the night. The pizza was smaller than I anticipated but that allowed for a more well rounded meal than you might get at another Italian restaurant as we also had room for a starter and a dessert. Covid safe and staff were very helpful and friendly.”

“Very cute Italian restaurant right next to the Piccadilly Rail Station and near the hotel where I had booked. Enjoyed a 10 ‘’ pizza for lunch. Perfect thin crust, great toppings and super service. The staff seem to be Italian so you are eating authentic pizzas .”

“Fantastic food quality was unbelievable so fresh and tasty we live few miles from shop n food was delicious, still piping hot when delivered. Definitely recommend this place.”

“Lovely surroundings, was seated and served straight away. Pizza came fast and was delicious, couldn't finish it as it was so big however asked for a takeout box and they were happy to do so, on way out ordered some deserts, if you like pistachio then I highly recommend. Already planning my next trip there soon.”

“A great spot in Sale! Tasty Napolitan pizza with a good variety of toppings. The decor it really nice and trendy, and people and friendly and helpful. Would love to go again.”

“Absolutely loved this place. Very friendly staff, amazing food and the outdoor seating, in the right weather, is really nice. Took my daughter for a lunch date and we both loved it. We will definitely be back.”

“Popped on for lunch on my daughters birthday. Very friendly staff, child friendly, lovely food. There is seating downstairs which is next to the river and after all the recent rain, the kids found it very exciting being so close to it and watching the ducks.”

“Amazing food, the wine is delicious too. Awesome service, very kind waiters. Will definitely come back when visiting the UK.”

“Very warm and welcoming. Food was excellent, home cooked and high quality produce. Will be going back and would definitely recommend!”

“Absolutely great restaurant. Never had a bad meal and they always do my favourite chilli and garlic roti. Great place, highly recommended.”

“Very good chippy. However do not answer the phone for orders anymore which is disappointing and means I have stopped ordering from here as I only have 30 minute dinner time and cannot wait in the shop when busy”

“Most wonderful atmosphere and service. It was our 2nd anniversary. It was Sunday and the restaurant was packed, and no wonder. Best quality Italian food ever. Superb service from staff and management. Great family atmosphere in traditional Italian style with plenty of children. Both myself and my wife will return soon. Thanks for making our anniversary so perfect”

“Sugo was recommended to me as a must eat when visiting Manchester and it did not disappoint. All of the food was absolutely delicious and so fresh. I’d really recommend the Cavatelli ‘verdure’ for main and the burrata. The restaurant was really busy, and had a good atmosphere and prices were really affordable given the quality of the food. Would book again next time I’m here!”

“Delicious Greek food! Prices are relatively low, portions are big and gyros, pies +tzaziki were awesome. Definitely will come back and recommend to others”