Reviews in Manchester City Centre

Great South African food (50% off mains when we were there, Wednesday) great service, great atmosphere, great cocktails (two for one), rounded off with a fantastic price, I'll be back.

Sadly we were disappointed on this occassion. Pre theatre lunch before the matinee performance of Hamilton. There didnt appear to be enough staff, very busy so we waited a while to place our order. We ordered steak and dessert from the pŕe theatre lunch menu and some garlic bread to start. It was quite a while before the steak arrived, along with the garlic bread. The steak was tasteless and very tough. We had to forgo the desserts and possible coffee as we ran out of time and needed to get to the theatre. They deducted the price of two soft drinks from the bill, not much compensation but no time to argue our cause so left it at that but very disappointed.

Great food served perfectly in a nice relaxed setting by a fantastic waitress. Nothing was too much trouble.

Always a nice venue to visit early evening while in Manchester for work. A good menu choice and relaxed atmosphere.

Lovely food that is both tasty and adventurous! Service was some of the most friendly I’ve experienced + great atmosphere + very affordable! (Especially on Tuesdays). If you have yet to try South African food, this is the place to start.

Food good , drinks too expensive. Busy pre theatre timebut service was good .

Loved the South African food. Will definitely be back.

Great service and atmosphere. Fab food with lots of veggie options.

Absolutely love Chakalaka. The food is amazing and at a great price. The staff are all so friendly and helpful.

Simply superb. Food, Service, Drinks and Atmosphere We'll be back!!

This was mine and my friend’s first visit to Rio where we received a very warm and extremely friendly welcome. We we seated promptly with the menu and wine list presented to us immediately. The menu is very extensive and offers a wide variety, with something for everyone. We ordered our first and mains which were both wa served promptly. The food which consisted of bruschetta, seafood linguine and sea bass was presented very well and absolutely delicious. The wine which was Vino Verde was equally as good. Such a warm and relaxing experience. I would certainly recommend this restaurant and will definitely revisit when I next visit Manchester. Want to say a special thank you to Andrea who was very helpful, friendly, informative and made us feel very welcome.

This was mine and my friend’s first visit to Rio where we received a very warm and extremely friendly welcome. We we seated promptly with the menu and wine list presented to us immediately. The menu is very extensive and offers a wide variety, with something for everyone. We ordered our first and mains which were both wa served promptly. The food which consisted of bruschetta, seafood linguine and sea bass was presented very well and absolutely delicious. The wine which was Vino Verde was equally as good. Such a warm and relaxing experience. I would certainly recommend this restaurant and will definitely revisit when I next visit Manchester. Want to say a special thank you to Andrea who was very helpful, friendly, informative and made us feel very welcome.

The BEST restaurant in Manchester. Food is incredible and service is unmatched. Happy hour deals are great. Lovely and cosy inside as well.

Fucking amazing

Great food and astronomy Great value for money

Friendly staff and quick service, very accommodating about allergies, Generous portions for food and ambient atmosphere.

Amazing food and always feel welcome by the staff and sometimes other South African customers.

Thank you so much for a fabulous meal and exceptional service all the staff were very friendly and made mine and friends day amazing .We will definitely back again