Special occasion menus in Manchester

“Very much well above average Chinese takeaway. Really good quality and care in the cooking. Far better that it’s predecessor which was in the same spot. Better than a lot of the restaurants in China town.”

“Firstly my photos are rubbish and don't capture the food as well as it should. Also, I forgot to take photos of the full sea bream in champagne sauce, or the bone marrow served with Pommes Anna, we just got too hungry and forgot! Pig's Head croquette - wonderfully crispy on the outside, with a strong fatty pork flavour which I loved, outstanding! Bone Marrow with Pommes Anna - juicy, delicate, and the mouth feel of the fat coating your tonuge - gorgeous. Needed the salty pommes anna alongside for the perfect mouthful. Charred Hispi cabbage - a nice bitterness and complemented by the deep sauce. Beef shin and kidney rarebit pudding - a stodgy big portion, but the suet was light and crumbly, deep meaty flavours with the kidney not overpowering. This was a meal on its own! Roast duck with port sauce - perfectly cooked, tender and juicy. Sea Bream - whole sea bream which was perfectly roasted, champagne sauce was perhaps a little rich for us by then, but the chive oil did help to balance that out. House fries - nice, but we were stuffed so not really needed! No real complaints, it was busy and we hadn't booked, so we had to sit at the bar which wasn't the most comfortable. The food comes out as its ready which means we were left with the sea bream and fries at the end - would have been better if the order of dishes could have been rearranged, but anyway, this was a great meal. Including three soft drinks, only £92 for all that incredible food! Definitely need to go again!”

“Best cafe in central Manchester, community run, delicious and affordable teas/coffees and snacks. Cosy and comfy with great service. So happy it's around the corner from my office!! :)”

“Amazing food! First time ordering, the food came quick and hot, tastes amazing and amazing prices and the guy working there who delivered my food was amazing too! 10/10, will definitely order again”

“The best Indian in the Saddleworth area! I was recommended this place years ago by a friend and have been coming here ever since. The chicken jalfrezi is my favourite with their peshwari naan, chicken chatt, onion bhajis popadoms and all the sauces. Murgh masalam is delicious, everything I’ve tried, is amazing and would recommend anyone to order from here!”

“Had a wonderful meal at Mahal this evening. Really polite, attentive staff and amazing food which came out quickly. Very lovely atmosphere and decor too. Will definitely be going back!”

“My absolute go-to for karahi chicken (on the bone. They have off the bone option also). Really generous servings and you can choose your spice level. Their rotis are the best too. Lovely amiable staff and the prices are more than reasonable, would be quite happy to pay more just for the service alone.”

“I've never been to Greece but I felt Greek after eating that. It was beautiful. hottest day of the year (38°c) this was needed. Pictures don't do it justice it was quality. Ordered through Deliveroo”

“Went out for dinner last night at Bodega and was absolutly blown away by the quality of the food!! Highly recommend the Spicy Chicken Wings, Lamb dishes and the Muscles. Service was really friendly and the food came in good time. Can't wait to go back again and try some more of the dishes. 10/10!”

“One of the best and most under-appreciated restaurants in Manchester, this. The food quality is always fantastic. The type of food is higher-end, with a varying and imaginative (but not pretentious) seasonal menu. My family has eaten here for years, and the highest standards are always upheld. Looking forward to eating here again!”

“I really loved the feel of the place. Arrived at 8.30 on a Friday. My fave cocktail wasn't in the list. The staff had no issue fixing this and getting me what I wanted to drink. Love this liitle beauty. Fantastic staff x”

“Really really really enjoyed our valentines meal here. All serving staff so lovely and attentive and food was amazing! Very well priced in an intimate atmosphere and we will definitely be back. Thanks so much”

“Came for the first time tonight and really enjoyed it, could not fault it at all, the service was lovely and very polite, and the food was really nice, the best curry I’ve had without a doubt, would definitely recommend”

“Grabbed a quick vegan sandwich and chai tea for lunch. The sandwich was fresh and the chai tea good. There was a funny poll at the till.”

“These guys are so welcoming brew all there own beers. Also good supply of red and white wine gins and persecco. My favourite place to be xxx”

“Great food, very nice staff. We've had a brilliant good family time ❤️”

“The sportsman as seating inside and outside. Hard alcohol is sold here. The tapas menu is extensive, but the spicy meat balls and barbecue ribs cannot be beaten anywhere I ve been, abroad or here. The staff are friendly and professional. Parking is not a problem, but it is the car park for morrisons so times maybe a problem. I will keep going back if it's only for the tapas. There are plenty of ales on sale at very competitive prices. And a coal fire welcomes all visitors. Visited this public house many times. Staff friendly. Still a number of ales on sale. I have been here many times, the tapas is still the best around and the portions on most foods are huge. The staff are friendly and helpful, parking is a problem. Entrance is for all people. Prices are hugely competitive on alcohol and food.”

“Great place, lovely food, service was brilliant with a really helpful friendly landlord”

“Excellent, the cleanliness of the whole place is second to none, you know your on to a good thing with nice clean fresh menus. Staff really attentive and polite. We had five different meals and all were very good, we're looking forward to going back. Would definitely recommend. Well done and thank you.”

“Always had decent food from Tai Hing. No complaints here.”

“My first time dining here. Very beautiful restaurant. The staff are amazing. The food was gorgeous and at good prices. The staff made my birthday special they made such an effort with my cake and cocktail, singing and recording it and asking permission to post it what a lovely gesture. I will defo be back here I loved it best place iv been by far x”

“A fantastic place to eat, excellent in every detail, clean, friendly, 100% recommend this restaurant to anyone.”

“Loved this place. We had an overnight stay in Manchester with a next day flight to USA so we stayed in the area. Found this place and had a beer and food. Staff were amazing looked after us really well and the food was top notch as was the beer. Wish I could go more often.”

“Qayum the great is the master chef here.. very tasty food. Highly recommend”

“Cheetham Star was closed for 19 months and finally its reopened. I really missed this place. Highly recommend their food, its usually delicious authentic middle eastern food, its fresh, especially the kobeda and chicken tikka on rice or naan. Really well made pizza's from here. Staff are friendly and the service is pretty quick, can eat inside or takeway. It can get busy at times. Really worth a visit. 5 stars!”

“Loved dinner tonight, the chateaubriand Thursday offer with a bottle of wines 2 sides and sauces was amazing at £60. Service was incredible as usual. Probably my favourite meal in a long time. Can’t wait to come back - the manager Tony always makes it a great evening and is always so welcoming.”

“First visit and loved it so much. Got the full English and the portion was so huge, had to take the rest home. Lovely staff and gorgeous back garden where we ate. Will be back again soon!”

“Delicious Indian food, cooked to perfection. One of the better Indian takeaways out there.”

“The service is good and the food is excellent. As a huge fan of Indian cuisine the food was delicious. I will definitely be going again and recommend this restaurant to everyone I know.”

“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!”