Best Restaurants in Ancoats

10 restaurants

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   Italian4.7★4,024 reviews

   Rudy's Pizza Napoletana - Ancoats

   Rudy's Pizza Napoletana in Ancoats, Manchester, offers a vibrant and authentic Neapolitan pizza experience with hand-crafted dough, traditional toppings, and a lively, rustic atmosphere. Known for its light, airy crusts and quality ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes and Fior di Latte mozzarella, Rudy's serves generously sized pizzas baked in a wood-fired oven. The welcoming staff and casual setting make it a popular spot for pizza lovers seeking genuine Italian flavours at affordable prices.

   Mon–Sat 12:00–22:00 · Sun 12:00–21:00Price level $Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs

   2 min walk · 0.2 km·9 Cotton St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5BF

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   Italian4.6★1,055 reviews

   SUD Pasta Ancoats

   SUD Pasta Ancoats is a vibrant Italian restaurant located on Blossom Street in Manchester’s trendy Ancoats district. Known for its fresh, handmade pasta and small plates designed for sharing, it offers a lively atmosphere with communal tables and upbeat music. The menu, crafted by the De Martiis brothers, emphasizes authentic Italian flavors with a modern twist, making it a popular destination for pasta lovers seeking quality and convivial dining.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs

   1 min walk · 0.1 km·46 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6BF

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   Modern British4.5★1,036 reviews

   Elnecot

   Elnecot is a vibrant neighbourhood bar and kitchen in Ancoats, Manchester, celebrated for its seasonal Modern British small plates, creative brunch dishes, and renowned Sunday roasts. Housed in an industrial-chic space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Cutting Room Square, it offers a relaxed vibe perfect for casual dining, dates, or gatherings with friends and dogs. The menu highlights local, sustainable ingredients in innovative dishes like pig's head croquettes, disco cabbage, and slow-cooked lamb, paired with unique cocktails and wines. Open daily with brunch, lunch, dinner, and bottomless options, it embodies Ancoats' culinary revival.

   Mon–Sat 11:00–23:30 · Sun 12:00–23:30Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   1 min walk · 0.1 km·Cutting Room Square, 41 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AJ

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   Vietnamese4.5★1,024 reviews

   Viet Shack Restaurant

   Viet Shack Restaurant in Ancoats, Manchester, offers a lively fusion of authentic Vietnamese street food with a modern twist. Known for its generous portions, bold flavors, and casual atmosphere, this popular eatery serves dishes like pho, summer rolls, and lemongrass chicken burgers. Its vibrant setting and friendly service make it a standout destination for lovers of Asian fusion cuisine in the city.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs

   3 min walk · 0.2 km·65 Great Ancoats St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5AB

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   Tapas4.4★748 reviews

   Canto

   Canto is a stylish Portuguese tapas restaurant located in Cutting Room Square, Ancoats, Manchester. It offers a vibrant atmosphere with a Mediterranean influence, serving inventive small plates inspired by Portuguese and broader Mediterranean flavors. Known for its warm hospitality, creative dishes, and a well-curated wine list, Canto provides a memorable dining experience in a chic, tile-adorned setting.

   Mon–Wed 17:00–22:00 · Thu–Sun 12:00–22:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   2 min walk · 0.2 km·Cutting Room Square, Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 5DH

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   Restaurant4.6★580 reviews

   The Counter House

   The Counter House is a modern European restaurant located in the vibrant Ancoats district of Manchester. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, generous portions, and a menu blending comfort food with healthy twists, it offers a diverse selection of small plates and hearty dishes. The welcoming staff, excellent wine service, and stylish setting make it a favored spot for brunch, casual dining, and cozy evenings.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   1 min walk · 0.1 km·35 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AJ

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   Restaurant4.8★408 reviews

   Erst

   Erst is a celebrated natural wine bar and small plates restaurant in Manchester's vibrant Ancoats district. Featuring a Michelin Bib Gourmand, it offers seasonal British dishes grilled over a Robata, paired with exceptional natural wines in a minimalist, candlelit space. Perfect for intimate evenings with innovative flavors like urfa chilli flatbreads, fresh ceviches, and rich desserts.

   Tue–Sat 13:00–22:30Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–3 hrs

   2 min walk · 0.1 km·9 Murray St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6HS

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   Restaurant4.8★379 reviews

   Street Urchin

   Street Urchin is a vibrant seafood restaurant located in Manchester’s Ancoats district, celebrated for its inventive British cuisine with a focus on fresh, high-quality seafood and clever meat dishes. Set in a modern, plant-filled space, it offers a warm, casual atmosphere with generous portions and an ever-changing market-led menu that highlights seasonal and local produce.

   Price level $$Time to spend 1–2.5 hrs

   4 min walk · 0.3 km·72 Great Ancoats St, Manchester M4 5BG

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   Modern British4.7★341 reviews

   mana

   Mana, located in the vibrant Ancoats district of Manchester, is the city’s first Michelin-starred restaurant since 1977. Renowned for its avant-garde tasting menus crafted from local British ingredients, it offers a refined fine dining experience in a minimalist, open-plan space featuring a striking open kitchen. Chef-owner Simon Martin’s innovative dishes blend complex flavors and textures with artistic presentation, making Mana a standout destination for gourmets seeking a unique and memorable meal.

   Price level $$$Time to spend 2–3.5 hrs

   1 min walk · 0.1 km·42 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6BF

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    Italian4.1★95 reviews

    RIGATONI'S Ancoats

    RIGATONI'S Ancoats is a vibrant Italian restaurant located on Blossom Street in Manchester’s trendy Ancoats district. Specializing in rigatoni pasta dishes with bold Southern Italian flavors, it offers hearty portions and a simple yet clever menu. The modern interior contrasts with its warm, welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for pasta lovers seeking authentic, satisfying meals in a lively urban setting.

    Tue–Sun 12:00–21:30Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs

    1 min walk · 0.1 km·46 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6BA

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