The last decade has seen the monumental transformation of a small grid of streets in the northeastern corner of the city – giving birth to one of the most innovative, creative and exciting neighbourhoods in the world.
Ancoats has gone from being the “rough end” of town to leading the way in modern, independent business, home to the city’s best retailers, coffee jaunts, bars and restaurants – a far cry from the dark and dingy backstreets you’d briskly walk down on your way to Sankeys.
The area has been awarded many an accolade over the last few years, including being named 20th in Time Out’s list of the Coolest Neighbourhoods in the World – and with such a diverse range of restaurants and eateries in such a small space – it’s not hard to see why.
Historically diverse, culturally distinctive and constantly evolving, Ancoats is now home to a spectacle of restaurants, from the mighty Michelin-starred mana, all the way through to the family-run tiny Caribbean flavours of Rad’s – Ancoats has it all…
Mana
Relaxed yet refined Michelin-starred dining experience with inventive multi-course menus.
Erst
Unassuming small plates with big flavours lauded by critics across the UK.
Street Urchin
Modern British excellence with a down-to-earth attitude and soft spot for adventurous ingredients
Elnecot
Award-winning kitchen serving British cuisine with innovative twists, including Welsh Wagyu, alongside natural wines and local beers.
Edinburgh Castle
Gloriously restored 19th Century public house with celebrated bar food and a la carte restaurant.
Canto
Small plate eatery showcasing standout Iberian cuisine and wines from Douro and beyond.
Rudy’s
Acclaimed Neapolitan pizzeria, 24-hour fermented dough.
Viet Shack
Blends traditional Vietnamese flavours with a modern twist, offering unique small plates and Asian-inspired cocktails.
The Hip Hop Chip Shop
Fresh and golden era rap beats are served as standard sides at this music-focused contemporary chippy and event space.
Ca Phe Viet
Small, city centre gem serving up Vietnamese coffee and tea alongside pho and banh mi sandwiches.
The Jane Eyre
Warm neighbourhood bar by two brothers; classic cocktails, local brews, Mediterranean plates, and standout Sunday roasts.
Blue Eyed Panda
Bold and flavourful Chinese cuisine with diverse menu of Szechuan and Cantonese dishes.
Lucky Ramen
Charming brunch spot with sun-soaked terrace.
The Firehouse
A culinary experience that places a focus on showmanship, think open fire roasted food, vogue dancers, cabaret and more.
Pho No. 1
Exceptional Vietnamese eatery with authentic small dishes and pho
Flawd
A vibrant waterside natural wine bar, bottle shop and small-plate eatery on Islington Marina.
