Reviews in Manchester

My husband & I had travelled to Manchester to see South Pacific at the Opera House, staying overnight at the Premier Inn next door. We were seated & served promptly by very friendly, helpful staff. We had the set 2-course Pre-Theatre menu & the food was delicious, probably one of the best meals we've had for a while. As it was early evening there weren't many people in the restaurant, which seems a shame as it was a really nice place. We'll certainly make a point of eating there again next time we visit Manchester.

Had a lovely meal here on a Friday lunchtime with family. No problems with getting a lovely table with a view out to the canal side. Service was prompt and didn't wait long for food. Ordered from the Market Menu which made the whole cost quite reasonable and the food was delicious. Although it was quiet when we first arrived (we like to eat early), it wasn't long before it was looking pretty busy.

We are so lucky to have this gem on our doorstep, food is great, menus change regularly, ambience is spot on, staff are excellent. We had our usual excellent experience at the Fat Loaf, looking forward to our next visit.

I hidden gem!!! I have been coming here for 30 years.. great food, family business, need to survive.. go and enjoy it!!!

Absolutely lovely meal. Good portion sizes. would recommend a visit. Good friendly staff & helpful nothing was too much. Will definitely be booking again.

A busy, compact Italian restaurant with friendly, fun staff, very tasty food and good atmosphere. Drinks a little pricey, but otherwise fabulous overall.

On arriving staff were welcoming and showed us to our pre booked table for two. Just one menu per table? We both had Cheese and Onion Pie for main course. Sorry to say, it was a big disappointment to us both. Very dry, as were the chips. Left most of it. The table to our side complained over their meal, not sure what was wrong with theirs? The waiter, whist collecting our plates, asked if we had enjoyed it. We said no, as obviously, there was a lot left on both plates. To be fair, after paying the bill in full, the manager came over and asked us for our feedback ‘for Chef’. We told him and he asked if we had paid, whilst apologising. We said we had….to which he said ‘oh well I’m sorry you didn’t enjoy it!! And walked off!!! Come on Rising Moon!!! Get your act together!!

Fabulous meal and outstanding service. Can’t wait to book again. HIGHLY recommend.

We went as a party of 4 for a birthday celebration. Nice welcome, cocktails on offer, we choose pomegranate mojitos which were glorious as a warm up to the bottle of good Chenin blanc. We decided to have the Veg meze as our starter which we would recommend. Mac cheese is a must. Out of the four of us only 1 person was brave enough to try the pap with their main. Strange is all I can say. The chicken skewer dish was tasty, lamb curry on the edge of spicy but worth a try. Unfortunately the chick pea potato curry didn’t hit the standard of the other mains as potatoes were cold. Returned dish staff dealt with well when returned too late and asked to remove from bill. Recommend place for a try of something different with good cocktails

I have been here a couple of times now and I love it. The staff are attentive without being overbearing. The food is delicious. The atmosphere is good. Everything you need for either an intimate meal or large group.

Excellent meal for three of us just before a daughter's graduation ceremony at Bridgewater Hall. Great food, friendly service. Provided everything we were hoping for. It was lunch time so not very busy but would certainly return if ever back in the area.

Two words that sum up Papa Luigi’s:- Quality, Excellence First class, friendly service from the second we walked through the door. The food was of the highest quality and cooked to perfection. We had a very pleasant evening.

5 Star Excellent service,lovely staff great food

Booked this for after the cricket. Amazing!! The lamb shank is incredible. Service fabulous. Thank you!!

Great atmosphere. & fantastic food

Dropped in for lunch. Promptly seated and drinks provided. Ordered Polla alla creme but asked for a couple of changes to what was on offer. This was done easily. Food was piping hot and very tasty indeed. Service throughout was pleasant and I would certainly return for another excellent meal.

Excellent food and service and well priced