Best Restaurants in Manchester

The 17 best restaurants in Manchester United Kingdom are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best restaurants in Manchester (including any Michelin Star restaurants in Manchester and AA Rosette restaurants in Manchester). Explore these award winning restaurants below via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 17 best restaurants interactive map. Click any restaurant to view extensive information including contact details and guide awards history.
Situated in the heart of the United Kingdom, Manchester is a bustling urban settlement, boasting a rich culinary scene that stretches back to its textile mill-era roots. The city is a veritable cavalcade of gastronomic diversity, with offerings ranging from traditional British fare to trendy food markets that mingle flavours from every corner of the globe, capturing the dynamic spirit of its past and the city's evolving cultural landscape. Manchester's food journey is intertwined with its social history. Early restaurants catered to the diverse workers' crowd from the city's blooming industrial era. The spectacular rise of traditional British pubs serving hearty pies, and restaurants with signature 'Lancashire hotpots' paved the way during the early days of the culinary scene. Over time, the city's gastronomy embraced change, and today, iconic eateries jostle alongside quirky bistros and Michelin-grade refined dining setups. Additionally, Manchester's interpretation of traditional British afternoon tea stands as an unforgettable culinary experience, with many establishments adding their own regional twist to the quintessential scones and finger sandwiches. The story of Manchester is served on a platter in its eateries, charting an engaging course through time and taste.

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Best Restaurants in Manchester FAQs

Which is the best restaurant in Manchester?

The best restaurant in Manchester is Mana (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Simon Martin serves up award winning Creative British Cuisine. Mana currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 4 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 29th in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

How many award winning restaurants are there in Manchester?

In total, there are 17 award winning restaurants in Manchester, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many Michelin Star restaurants are there in Manchester?

There are currently 2 listed Michelin Star restaurants in Manchester consisting of 2 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 3 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 4 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many AA Rosette restaurants are there in Manchester?

There are currently 11 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Manchester consisting of 2 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 1 restaurant holding 3 AA Rosettes, 3 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 5 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.