Street Urchin: Manchester’s Bold English Market Diner
Bold British seafood and market dining in a modern, plant-filled space with warm service and inventive, seasonal dishes in Manchester’s Ancoats.
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.
A brief summary to Street Urchin
- 72 Great Ancoats St, Manchester, M4 5BG, GB
- +447470804979
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 2.5 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Wednesday 5 pm-11 pm
- Thursday 5 pm-11 pm
- Friday 1 pm-3 pm
- Saturday 1 pm-11 pm
- Sunday 1 pm-9:30 pm
Local tips
- Try the seafood bisque and the salt and pepper chips, both standout dishes that showcase the kitchen’s creativity.
- Book ahead for weekends as the restaurant is popular and seating is limited to around 35 covers.
- Don’t miss the playful desserts like vodka-infused panna cotta or mango kulfi ice cream.
- The wine list changes regularly; ask staff for recommendations to complement your meal.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Information Boards
Street Urchin location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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A Fresh Take on British Seafood and Market Dining
Street Urchin stands out in Manchester’s culinary scene as a confident, market-driven diner specializing in seafood with a British twist. The menu is unashamedly bold and creative, featuring dishes such as fresh oysters from Colchester, meltingly crustaceous crab cakes, and a signature seafood bisque brimming with shellfish and fish varieties. Alongside the fish offerings, clever meat dishes like ox cheek poutine and curried goat add depth and variety, ensuring there is something for every palate.Atmosphere and Interior Character
The restaurant’s interior is airy and modern yet comfortable, with high ceilings and abundant greenery that create a relaxing and inviting environment. The presence of real plants throughout adds a refreshing natural touch, complementing the fresh ingredients on the plates. Despite its contemporary look, the venue exudes a casual, street-cred vibe that appeals to a diverse clientele, from locals to visitors seeking authentic and innovative British dining.Service and Dining Experience
Service at Street Urchin is noted for its warmth and attentiveness, with the team led by Rachel ensuring a seamless dining experience. The staff’s charm and knowledge enhance the meal, helping guests navigate the varied menu and wine list, which features interesting and well-priced selections. The restaurant’s policy of not imposing a service charge allows diners to tip based on their experience, adding to the welcoming and honest atmosphere.Menu Highlights and Culinary Creativity
The menu is dynamic, changing regularly to reflect market availability and seasonality. Dishes like scallops in cream sauce, calves liver, and whole Megrim sole showcase the kitchen’s skill in balancing flavors and textures. Desserts are playful and inventive, with offerings such as vodka-infused panna cotta and mango kulfi ice cream with rum-soaked pineapple fritters providing a delightful finish. The generous portion sizes ensure diners leave satisfied without feeling rushed.Location and Local Significance
Situated at 72 Great Ancoats Street, Street Urchin benefits from being in Manchester’s vibrant Ancoats neighborhood, known for its blend of historic charm and modern regeneration. The restaurant contributes to the area’s reputation as a food destination, drawing seafood lovers and food enthusiasts eager to experience its innovative approach to British market dining. Its success has led to plans for expansion to increase capacity and meet growing demand.Commitment to Quality and Community
Street Urchin’s dedication to sourcing fresh, high-quality produce is evident in every dish. The kitchen’s early morning trips to suppliers underline a commitment to freshness and sustainability. This focus, combined with a friendly, community-oriented service style, positions Street Urchin as not just a restaurant but a valued local institution in Manchester’s evolving food landscape.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Murrays' Mill
0.2 km
Explore Murrays' Mills, the world’s oldest urban steam-powered cotton mill, where industrial heritage meets modern living in Manchester’s historic Ancoats district.
Statue of the Duke of Wellington
0.5 km
A commanding Victorian bronze statue in Piccadilly Gardens honoring the Duke of Wellington’s military valor and political legacy.
Victory Over Blindness
0.6 km
A powerful bronze memorial at Manchester Piccadilly honoring WWI veterans blinded in battle, symbolizing resilience and solidarity at eye level.
Great Ancoats Street Tunnel (tram) west portal
0.6 km
A historic tram tunnel portal in Ancoats, symbolizing Manchester’s industrial heritage and urban transformation.
Great Ancoats Street Tunnel (tram) east portal
0.6 km
Historic tram tunnel portal in Manchester’s industrial Ancoats district, linking past mill heritage with modern urban regeneration.
Arch of Chinatown
0.8 km
Europe's only imperial Chinese arch, a stunning gateway to Manchester's vibrant multicultural heart.
Robert Owen Statue
0.8 km
Honoring Robert Owen, pioneer of social reform and the co-operative movement, through a striking statue in Manchester’s city heart.
Connaught Building
0.9 km
Discover the historic Connaught Building in Manchester, a captivating landmark reflecting the city’s rich architectural heritage and vibrant urban spirit.
The Undamaged Red Post Box
0.9 km
A resilient symbol of hope standing where devastation once reigned on Manchester's Corporation Street.
St. Peter's Square
1.0 km
Manchester’s historic St Peter's Square blends rich heritage, iconic architecture, and vibrant urban life at the heart of the city centre.
Manchester City Council
1.0 km
Manchester City Council’s majestic Town Hall in Albert Square: a Victorian Neo-Gothic masterpiece and symbol of civic heritage.
John Bright Statue
1.1 km
A marble tribute in Albert Square honoring John Bright’s legacy as a champion of free trade and social reform in Victorian Manchester.
Albert Memorial
1.1 km
A grand Victorian Gothic monument in Albert Square celebrating Prince Albert’s legacy through art, science, and culture.
Albert Square
1.1 km
Explore the vibrant Albert Square in Manchester, a cultural hub adorned with stunning architecture and lively events year-round.
Landmark, St Peter's Square
1.1 km
Discover the architectural marvel of Landmark at St Peter's Square, where modern business meets Manchester’s rich historical tapestry.
Unmissable attractions to see
Mural - Cityscape under colourful sky
0.1 km
Vibrant cityscape mural brightening the historic Rochdale Canal Tow Path in Manchester’s urban waterside setting.
Cutting Room Square
0.2 km
A vibrant urban square in Ancoats blending industrial heritage, contemporary dining, and cultural art installations.
SEVEN BRO7HERS BEERHOUSE Ancoats
0.2 km
Explore SEVEN BRO7HERS BEERHOUSE in Ancoats—where craft beer meets delicious food in a vibrant pub atmosphere.
Greater Manchester Police Museum & Archives
0.2 km
Explore Manchester’s historic police station, original cells, and magistrates’ court in this immersive museum dedicated to policing heritage.
Express Building
0.2 km
A timeless Streamline Moderne masterpiece blending historic print heritage with vibrant modern workspaces in the heart of Ancoats, Manchester.
Hallé at St Michael's
0.2 km
Historic church transformed into a vibrant music and community venue in Manchester’s cultural heart of Ancoats.
The Whiskey Jar
0.2 km
Discover The Whiskey Jar in Manchester, where an extensive whiskey collection meets a lively atmosphere, perfect for every occasion.
Hilton House Mural
0.2 km
A powerful street art mural in Manchester’s Northern Quarter blending social themes with vibrant urban creativity.
Stevenson Square
0.3 km
Manchester’s Stevenson Square: the energetic Northern Quarter hub for bars, culture, and vibrant nightlife in the city centre.
Fell Northern Quarter
0.3 km
Experience the heartbeat of Manchester's nightlife at Fell Northern Quarter, where craft beer meets vibrant culture in an inviting atmosphere.
DRY BAR
0.4 km
Discover the lively ambiance and eclectic music scene at DRY BAR, a premier bar and nightclub in Manchester's vibrant nightlife.
Empire Exchange
0.4 km
Dive into Manchester’s eclectic Empire Exchange, a treasure trove of vintage comics, vinyl, and collectibles where every visit uncovers a new story.
Shops
0.4 km
Discover Oldham Street, Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter hotspot for vintage fashion, indie shops, live music, and authentic urban culture.
Band on the Wall
0.4 km
Historic Manchester music venue famed for intimate gigs, jazz roots, punk legacy, and a unique stage high on the wall.
Old Naval Yard
0.4 km
Discover the Old Naval Yard in Ancoats, a historic gateway to Manchester’s rich maritime and industrial heritage nestled in a vibrant urban district.
Essential places to dine
Street Urchin
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Bold British seafood and market dining in a modern, plant-filled space with warm service and inventive, seasonal dishes in Manchester’s Ancoats.
Viet Shack Restaurant
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Experience bold Vietnamese street food flavors and vibrant fusion dishes in the heart of Manchester’s creative Ancoats district.
Rudy's Pizza Napoletana - Ancoats
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Experience authentic Neapolitan pizza with light, airy crusts and traditional toppings in a lively, rustic setting in Manchester’s Ancoats district.
Canto
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Experience vibrant Portuguese tapas and Mediterranean flavors in the stylish heart of Ancoats, Manchester’s buzzing culinary hotspot.
Jimmy's Manchester
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Discover Jimmy's Manchester: A lively bar serving delicious American BBQ and inventive cocktails in Ancoats.
The Counter House
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A relaxed modern European restaurant in Manchester’s Ancoats, offering hearty comfort food with a healthy twist and excellent wine service.
Elnecot
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Ancoats’ vibrant modern British bar and kitchen blending inventive seasonal dishes with a warm, industrial-chic atmosphere.
Erst
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Seasonal sharing plates and natural wines in Ancoats' industrial-chic haven, where Manchester's food scene thrives.
mana
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Manchester’s first Michelin-starred restaurant, Mana serves avant-garde British tasting menus in a sleek open-kitchen space in Ancoats.
SUD Pasta Ancoats
0.3 km
Experience vibrant, handmade Italian pasta and lively communal dining in the heart of Manchester’s trendy Ancoats district.
RIGATONI'S Ancoats
0.3 km
Specialized Southern Italian pasta kitchen in Manchester’s vibrant Ancoats, serving bold, hearty rigatoni dishes in a modern setting.
Tariff & Dale
0.3 km
Historic industrial charm meets modern British cuisine and inventive cocktails in Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter.
Turtle Bay Manchester Northern Quarter
0.3 km
Experience vibrant Caribbean flavors and lively island vibes in Manchester’s Northern Quarter at Turtle Bay.
Evuna NQ
0.4 km
Experience authentic Spanish tapas and vibrant hospitality in Manchester’s Northern Quarter at Evuna NQ, a lively hub for food, wine, and culture.
Pieminister Manchester
0.4 km
Savor award-winning British pies in Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter, where tradition meets modern comfort food in a lively, welcoming setting.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Ancoats General Store
0.1 km
A modern corner shop in Ancoats mixing everyday essentials with craft beers, vegan options, coffee and an in‑store post office.
Store Retail Group Ltd
0.1 km
Explore the vibrant retail scene in Ancoats, Manchester, at Store Retail Group Ltd, where local craftsmanship meets urban charm.
Urban Exchange
0.2 km
Manchester's Ancoats shopping hub where outlet deals meet industrial chic and canal-side revival.
The Norah Store
0.2 km
Boutique womenswear in Ancoats with a slow-fashion, carefully curated edit of rare and independent labels.
Bionic Seven
0.2 km
Discover expertly curated vintage menswear and unique streetwear styles at Bionic Seven, a Northern Quarter icon since 2003.
Twisted Smile
0.2 km
Discover eclectic style at Twisted Smile, Ancoats' boutique beacon of unique apparel amid Manchester's creative revival. Curated finds and expert advice await in this urban fashion haven. (162 characters)
Form Lifestyle Store
0.2 km
Discover Manchester's hidden gem: a light-filled Grade II listed haven brimming with indie-crafted homewares, gifts, and creative workshops in the Northern Quarter.
HighMidLows
0.3 km
Uncover eclectic contemporary fashion in Ancoats' creative heart at HighMidLows, where unique local designs meet everyday style in a vibrant boutique setting.
Suzylovesmilo concept store
0.3 km
Discover unique vintage fashion and sustainable style at Suzylovesmilo, Manchester’s curated concept store blending Japanese influences with local creativity.
Fred Aldous Ltd
0.3 km
Manchester’s vibrant, family-run arts and crafts emporium with 30,000 products, vintage photo booths, and a creative spirit spanning over 130 years.
Nordic Muse Lifestyle Store
0.3 km
A quietly curated Northern Quarter boutique for simple, well-crafted jewellery and Nordic-inspired homeware.
Kiku Boutique
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Bespoke corsets and vintage lingerie in Manchester's Northern Quarter: handmade elegance that defies fast fashion.
Pop Boutique
0.4 km
Tucked into Oldham Street, Pop Boutique is Manchester’s well-curated vintage emporium for mid-century to 1990s fashion finds and eclectic accessories.
Thunder Egg
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Dive into a rainbow of quirky fashion and gifts at Thunder Egg, Manchester's colorful boutique for unique vintage-inspired styles and playful outfits.
Cow Vintage Manchester
0.4 km
Discover trend-led vintage fashion and sustainable style in Manchester’s creative Northern Quarter at Cow Vintage.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
The Jane Eyre
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Ancoats' inventive neighbourhood bar serving bold small plates, creative cocktails, and Sunday roasts in a buzzing industrial space—perfect for grazing and lingering.
The Edinburgh Castle Pub
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Historic Ancoats boozer reborn: cosy Victorian pub vibes meet seasonal gastropub mastery and local brews in Manchester's industrial heart.
KERB
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Intimate natural wine haven in Ancoats: curved peach walls, pet-nat sparklers, and expert tastings in a Scandi-style cocoon.
Hold Fast Bar
0.2 km
Dive into Manchester's Northern Quarter basement gem: nautical vibes, retro tiles, banging tunes, and chill nights at Hold Fast Bar.
The Fitzgerald
0.2 km
Velvet seats, craft cocktails and live jazz in a 1920s‑inspired Manchester speakeasy with a stage for cabaret and private hire.
7Sins, Northern Quarter
0.3 km
A vibrant basement bar and gaming hub in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, mixing cocktails, pool, arcade games, and dance club energy.
Flok
0.3 km
Lively pub with excellent drinks and friendly vibes in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter nightlife.
The Crown & Kettle
0.3 km
Grade II-listed Ancoats gem with a world-class tin ceiling, craft beer mastery, and cozy Victorian vibes—Manchester's perfect pub hybrid.
Mean Eyed Cat Bar Manchester
0.3 km
Dive into Manchester’s Northern Quarter for rebellious rock ’n’ roll vibes, free pizza, and legendary dice games at Mean Eyed Cat Bar.
blossom street SOCIAL
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Chilled wine bar in Ancoats with vinyl vibes, bottle walls, and pop-up fine dining—where sophisticated sips meet casual social hours in Manchester's creative heart.
Dusk Til Pawn
0.3 km
Secretive pawn-shop façade, intimate speakeasy interior and a menu of inventive cocktails in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
cask
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Craft beer haven on Manchester's New Islington Marina, with canal views, games, and a relaxed vibe in trendy Ancoats.
Behind Closed Doors
0.3 km
Descend into debauched delight at this Northern Quarter speakeasy, where retro telephones summon saucy cocktails amid erotic art, neon booths, and funky DJ beats until 4am.
Wilson's Social
0.3 km
All-day Northern Quarter hub: brunch by day, cocktails and beats by night in a multi-level party palace with pool, courtyard, and private den.
Bar Fringe
0.3 km
A cozy Northern Quarter bar with quirky charm, top Belgian beers, live music, and a welcoming vibe for relaxed socializing.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
YDSA Events | Queer Clubbing
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Dive into Manchester's most inclusive queer rave: grungy beats, diverse dancers, and unapologetic joy at YDSA Events in Ancoats.
Aatma
0.2 km
Manchester's underground heartbeat: live beats, pizza slices, and all-night vibes in the Northern Quarter's hidden gem.
Mint Lounge
0.3 km
Experience Manchester’s Northern Quarter nightlife at Mint Lounge, a lively club with eclectic music, affordable drinks, and an inclusive vibe.
Funkademia
0.3 km
Manchester's longest-running funk and soul night pulses at Mint Lounge in the Northern Quarter—dance to electric disco until dawn in an underground haven.
Twenty Twenty Two
0.3 km
Manchester's gritty basement haven where ping pong battles rage under DJ beats and craft brews flow freely in the Northern Quarter's creative underbelly.
Cargo
0.8 km
Manchester's Printworks powerhouse: light-up dance floors, bottomless brunches, and non-stop beats until dawn in the city's nightlife epicenter.
Club Tropicana
0.8 km
Dive into 1980s glamour at Manchester's premier gay nightclub, where drag, DJs, cocktails, and retro beats fuel the Gay Village's electric nightlife.
Satans Hollow
0.9 km
Manchester's infernal punk-rock abyss: demonic decor, dirt-cheap drinks, and mosh-pit mayhem for metalheads and rebels.
FAC251 - Factory Manchester
1.1 km
Experience Manchester’s legendary Factory Records heritage with three floors of indie, rock, and electronic music at FAC251 - The Factory.
Bijou Club
1.1 km
Manchester's hidden riverside gem: celebrity vibes, secret garden terrace, and LED-lit beats in an exclusive Deansgate nightclub.
Club Liv Manchester
1.2 km
Experience Manchester’s vibrant nightlife with exclusive VIP vibes, world-class Pan-Asian dining, and a stylish rooftop terrace at Club Liv.
Venue Nightclub
1.3 km
Manchester's underground indie haven: cheap drinks, packed dance floors, and anthems till dawn in Deansgate's electric night scene.
Kable
1.3 km
A compact, late‑night basement club on New Wakefield Street, favoured for punchy electronic nights and close‑up DJ sessions.
Viva Manchester
1.3 km
Compact stage-driven nightclub on Whitworth Street West — theatrical themed nights, DJ sets and group-friendly table service.
42's
1.4 km
Manchester’s iconic indie nightclub blending rich musical heritage with a lively, inclusive nightlife experience.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Casual
- Relaxing
- Lively
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Locally Managed
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Weekend Getaway
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Pet Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
