Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Manchester/Greater Manchester

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Albert's Standish

4.6

4.6 (7580)

£26 to £40

British

Wigan

About the restaurant

Albert's Standish is a stunning restaurant and bar which also has a private dining room and 2 private event spaces. The restaurant space can accommodate dining for 200 guests and a fabulous covered and heated outside dining terrace perfect for alfresco dining.

The venue has ample car parking and provides a picturesque environment for dining. The menu includes traditional British favourites like home-made Lancashire Cheese and Onion Pie as well as cuisine inspired by the family’s travels around the world.

The restaurant is open Tuesday - Sunday for lunch and dinner, Saturdays and Sundays are also open for breakfast.

Top review

Emily

Dined 2 days ago

Service was amazing, from the moment we sat down. Lovely ambience. I ordered a steak and it was cooked to perfection.

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4.5

4.5 (7022)

£26 to £40

British

Didsbury

About the restaurant

Albert’s Restaurant and Bar is the second Albert’s opening and is a sister restaurant to Albert’s Shed in Castlefield. A slick, modern space with dining for 160 guests inside and a fabulous covered & heated outside dining terrace for 60 – perfect for alfresco dining.

The menu is modern British with an eclectic mix of Albert’s favourites and dishes from around the globe, all using only fresh local ingredients. The restaurant is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner and every Saturday and Sunday mornings for breakfast.

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Amanda

Dined 2 days ago

Great night staff excellent service excellent lovely atmosphere , I had the swordfish it was excellent would recommend this restaurant 😊

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4.5

4.5 (7499)

£26 to £40

British

Salford

About the restaurant

We opened our first restaurant in Castlefield, Manchester in 2004 with a clear aim: To deliver quality food to local customers at a reasonable price in a sharp, modern space with friendly, unpretentious service. We have pursued that goal ever since and it has earned us many loyal customers. Our menu is probably classed as British with some additional favourites from Italy and around the globe. Albert's Worsley provides a slick, modern space with dining for 180 guests inside and features a fabulous outside dining terrace for 60.

The restaurant is open Tuesday - Sunday for lunch and dinner, Saturday and Sunday are also open for breakfast.

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Anne

Dined 3 days ago

Very friendly, helpful staff, good service, excellent food and lovely environment. Best food we had had in ages, all the family loved it.

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Spinningfields

4.5

4.5 (1008)

£25 and under

British

Manchester

About the restaurant

Our new Bill's is now open in Spinningfields. Book your table now in our new restaurant and bar. Situated in the heart of Spinningfields Manchester our restaurant is open for breakfast, we will then be serving lunch and into the night our dinner menu will be available with dinner specials and cocktails. Our team cannot wait to see you in our new Bill's.

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Lana

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

The food and the service was great . it’s worthy .

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4.5

4.5 (207)

£26 to £40

Italian

Didsbury

About the restaurant

Didsbury is one of Manchester’s most affluent and sought-after areas. Ideally situated in the suburbs outside of bustling Manchester, Didsbury enjoys close proximity to the city centre while offering plenty of village vibes. Didsbury village is composed of high-end food shops and restaurants, and neighbouring West Didsbury is the ideal location for independent shops, restaurants and trendy bars.

Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Didsbury dining scene. Ideally situated on Lapwing Lane, Piccolino in Didsbury boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and year-round outside terrace with a fully retractable roof, for the ultimate alfresco experience rain or shine!

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Sarah

Dined on 16 Dec 2024

Delicious food and attentive and personable service. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was delicious.

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Dukes 92

4.4

4.4 (2474)

£25 and under

British

Manchester

About the restaurant

Dukes 92 was originally a stable block for the horses delivering foods off barges to the Merchants warehouse opposite. From these humble begininngs the building now houses Manchester's original bar and grill which has been refurbished and extended three times since its opening in 1991 the space today is informal and airy with the buildings heritage being reflected in a subtle blend of antique furniture and modern fixed seating.
With its most recent refurbishment Dukes can now properly call itself a venue with two bars, three private events spaces, a grill restaurant, excellent smoking facilities, canalside terrace and balcony overlooking the canal basin. Dukes continued appeal relies on its ability to transform from a relaxed, family friendly environment by day to a vibrant and stylish bar and grill by night.
The space has been extended and refurbished since its opening in 1991 and inside its interior combines contemporary features and its trademark antique furniture.

Top review

Melissa

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing service from Josh! Made my leaving drinks super special and enjoyable. Love Dukes and the vibe in there, will be back

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Popular dish

ROAST CHICKEN

Evelyn's Cafe Bar

4.4

4.4 (2028)

£25 and under

Global, International

Manchester

About the restaurant

Now walk-ins only for Brunch, with Dinner bookings from 5pm & all day Sunday

Evelyn’s is an easy-going local restaurant serving brunch classics by day and refined, small plates by night. With the kitchen centred around a charcoal Inka grill, live fire cooking adds personality to the dishes, taking inspiration from Levantine and Pan-asian favourites. A go-to for the local neighbourhood and travellers alike, the food is seasonal and humble while the intimate setting ensures that the focus is on the food and experience. Evelyn’s accepts bookings for Dinner (from 17:00) and all day Sunday (full roast menu), with Brunch operating on a walk-in basis.

Below Evelyn’s, The Daisy is a Parisian Pigalle-inspired bar with local resident DJs playing every weekend. Enjoy 20% off your bill pre- or post-dinner when you show your reservation. Expect late-night escapism with a plush, loft party energy and a refined drinks menu. The Daisy welcomes walk-ins, but booking is highly recommended.

Top review

Blanca

Dined on 16 Dec 2024

Delicious dinner menu, plenty of gluten free and vegetarian options. Everything we tried was super yummy and all the staff were lovely. The kitchen was slightly slow, but we were in no rush so we weren't bothered about it, but maybe take it into consideration if you have somewhere to be. Lovely ambiance, food, drinks & staff. Will definitely go back.

Menagerie Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (2323)

£26 to £40

American

Manchester

About the restaurant

A Modern American restaurant & bar with the world renowned "Bath Tub" Menagerie also features live shows on their catwalk every Friday & Saturday evening.
They also offer bottomless brunch 7 days a week, Saturday Afternoons are very vibrant, Afternoon Tea, Pre Theatre Menus and Sunday Roasts. Cocktail club for after work drinks features 2-4-1 selected drinks 5-7pm every weekday evening.

Please note, 48 hours noticed is required for afternoon tea bookings.

When making your reservation please indicate whether you will be dining or joining us for drinks only.

Tables are allocated two hours.

For parties of 7 or more, guests dine from our set menu or bottomless brunch menu and a pre-order is required.

We require a £15pp deposit for all Friday and Saturday bookings, this can be paid via our website.

Please note - if your party size changes less than 48 hours before you reservation, the £15 paid will not be deducted from the final bill.

Top review

Andrew

Dined 5 days ago

Such a fun and entertaining venue. Great food, friendly staff and some seriously talented entertainers.

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Popular dish

Bottomless Sunday Roast

4.2

4.2 (849)

£25 and under

American

Manchester

About the restaurant

Sitting on the corner of Hilton and Tariff street in Manchester’s lively Northern Quarter, The Pen and Pencil takes its name and inspiration from the infamous mid-20th Century bar on East 45th Street in New York.

Open seven days a week from 10am until late, the restaurant and bar not only offers a variety of beverages including cocktails, beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, but focuses on its strong day time offering with great breakfast, brunch and lunch options as well as quality coffee and freshly blended smoothies.

The Pencil and Pencil has an array of events throughout the month with a resident DJ to get the party started every weekend, a weekly quiz night on a Tuesday, and its sell-out Bottomless Brunches! It also offers a private room for corporate event and celebrations..

Unfortunately, we are unable o serve guests with Coeliacs due to the risk of cross contamination.

Top review

Sophia

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

Great time at the pen and pencil, first time at the quiz, will defo come again

The Stamford

4.2

4.2 (122)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Altrincham

About the restaurant

Located in the leafy area of Bowdon, The Stamford is a modern interpretation of pubs from a bygone era; a social space enjoyed by the local community and visitors alike, serving the wider Altrincham, Hale and Cheshire area.

We offer a fresh food a la carte menu alongside lunch specials throughout the pub and a crowd-pleasing set price menu on a Sunday, including our famous mixed meat roasts. Whether a quick pint or bite after work, a romantic meal for two, a special celebration, or a few hours sat in our sunshine garden at the front, we have space
to accommodate all in this community-focused pub made with love.

Looking to book an event or a private function we have that covered also with our fantastic function room complete with its own bar and DJ booth if needed. Perfect for any celebration with various buffet menus available.

Call the team on 0161 929 1221 to find out more or visit www.thestamfordatbowdon.com

Top review

Rachel

Dined 3 days ago

Always such a pleasure at The Stamford, food is amazing the staff are outstanding and the pub itself is very well kept.

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