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Newly refurbished in 2009, the elegant 80-cover Alderley Restaurant at the Alderley Edge Hotel retains its splendid views out over the Edge. The hotel sits on wooded slopes above the village in an Elizabethan-Gothic style home that was built in 1850 for one of Manchester's wealthy industrial grandees. Chris Holland is head chef at the three-AA-rosetted restaurant - which is also the current Cheshire Life Restaurant of the Year -- and has put together a sumptuous fine dining experience that incorporates innovative 'sous vide' specialities that are available on both his a la carte and gourmet tasting menus. An extensive wine list admirably complements the food and the Lounge Bar is the perfect spot for drinks before or after your meal. A selection of lighter dishes is also available here. The main restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day, except Sunday evening, and there are two private dining rooms available which overlook the flower-filled gardens. The hotel has 50 rooms and suites and is also a popular choice for weddings and conferences. The Laurent-Perrier function suite at the Alderley Edge Hotel has its own bar and exclusive entrance.Awards | 3 AA Rosettes

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The Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols makes the most of one of Manchester's best views with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Exchange Square. It has been awarded two AA rosettes for culinary excellence and is the ideal venue to savour new head chef Stuart Thomson's Modern European cooking along with arguably the city's finest wine list. The restaurant is open for lunch and afternoon tea daily and for dinner from Tuesday to Saturday. Choose from the a la carte or a tasting menu for the whole table with matched wines. The Second Floor also makes a great flexible event space and regularly hosts private launches, dinners, events and even wedding receptions! There's a separate brasserie too and a funky bar with a great cocktail list and as well as champagnes and speciality spirits. Awards | 1 AA Rosette | Good Food Guide 3

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Abode is a growing group of exclusive luxury hotels and restaurants that include city locations such as Canterbury, Glasgow and Exeter and Manchester Each encompass the best of the world of fine dining from top Devon chef Michael Caines MBE and affordable luxury from entrepreneur Andrew Brownsword. Here in Manchester, the grade-II listed building which is one of the city's most powerful architectural landmarks has been brought into the 21st century with 61 loft-style bedrooms, five penthouse suites, a fine dining restaurant, and adjoining champagne & cocktail bar and the MC Café Bar for more informal dining. Michael, one of Britain's greatest chefs, has developed modern British menus that extol the glories of seasonal local produce and contemporary culinary techniques.Awards | 2 AA Rosettes | Good Food Guide 4

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This gem of a French restaurant is tucked away near Manchester Airport and is a byword for excellent food. In business now for more than 30 years, the Moss Nook relies on a rock-solid reputation which has never faltered over the years. Great fish menu, meats delicately sauced and one of the best wine lists in the region at some 15 pages long. Choose from the a la carte or the 'surprise' tasting menu. Open for lunch (Tue-Fri) and dinner (Tue-Sat). Gift vouchers are available to buy.Awards | 1 AA Rosette | Good Food Guide 3

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The River Restaurant at the five-star Lowry Hotel combines contemporary and classical design in a stunning, light-filled oasis overlooking the waters of the River Irwell. It's looked after by Restaurant Manager Huseyin Bozkurt and a new menu has been launched by Executive Chef Oliver Thomas. He has created a back-to-basics British menu that draws upon the finest seasonal and local ingredients.Awards | 2 AA Rosettes

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The Church Green in Lymm is now home to one of the UK's hottest culinary talents, Aiden Byrne, who having earned rave reviews during his time in London has returned to his native northwest. At just 22, he was the youngest-ever chef to win a Michelin star and went on to work as Tom Aiken's right hand man and then as head chef at The Grill at the Dorchester. He's also appeared regularly on TV and has published his own cookbook, Made in Great Britain, which showcases his passion for British food and produce. The menu at the Church Green changes daily and is based on fresh local produce, with some of the greens coming from their own herb and vegetable garden. The Church Green is open for lunch and dinner every day with a choice between the bar menu and the a la carte with the wine list stretching to 75 bins. There's room for 60 diners inside and another 60 al fresco when weather permits. Partner Sarah handles front-of-house while Aiden and his young team turn out affordable and unpretentious dishes like his signature Chilled broad bean soup with black olives and Thornby Moor Stumpy goats cheese and Lancashire suckling pig with onion, sage and langoustines. The Church Green has been awarded three AA rosettes and picked up Best Newcomer at the 2009 Northern Hospitality Awards. You can book a table online through the website. Awards | 3 AA Rosettes

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