Written by Ian Jones
The best Indian restaurants and curry houses in Manchester outside of the well-trodden Curry Mile.
Manchester has a great number of indie pubs - public houses with an independent spirit, a classic pub feel with a solid range of beers, lager and spirits, but a forward-thinking attitude and a welcoming atmosphere.
El Capo is another addition to the Northern Quarter’s sprawl towards Manchester’s Piccadilly Basin. Between Kosmonaut and The Whisky Jar on Tariff Street.
Smart and friendly cafe bar in the very heart of Liverpool.
A vibrant and casual restaurant in the heart of Ancoats with some top-level Sunday roast options.
Delightful cafe, bar and restaurant in the heart of Chorlton. Wonderfully welcoming with a great range of food and drinks for all ages.
Snazzy cabaret-style cocktail bar and nightclub, hidden away under a Deansgate barber shop.
Charming independent pizza and cocktail bar in Alderley Edge, that prides itself on only using the freshest ingredients.
This authentic Berlin kebab and bier haus is the latest addition to the ever-growing Corn Exchange food family.
The Edinburgh Castle is one of the standout venues in Ancoats, with a laid-back pub on the ground floor and the amazing Bangkok Diners Club taking charge of the restaurant.
Wildly popular cafe and wine bar on Liverpool’s wonderfully independent Lark Lane.