Reviews in Manchester City Centre

Our first visit and certainly not our last! We arrived a little early for our 5 pm booking but were quickly accommodated, our coats were taken away to dry (it was chucking it down with rain) and seated at a very pleasant table. We were given the pre-theatre menu which initially seemed rather limited, but were offered the a la carte menu on request, but in the end chose all our dishes from the pre-theatre menu and felt happy with our choices and the value for money. Service throughout the meal was excellent and the food exceeded all our expectations in terms of quality and portion size.

My mum loves this restaurant, so whenever we have a theatre trip we book for lunch. Excellent service - we are always made to feel special despite not being regulars. Food is lovely and the special set menu is perfect for a pre-theatre lunch.

We booked in at Gio's in advance of an event on at The Bridgewater Hall on a Friday evening. It was a little early for dinner for us being 6pm, but as we were going to The Bridgewater with friends, we decided to eat in advance rather than eat afterwards. The restaurant was extremely busy and my wife and I were about 25 mins early, but they still seated us immediately even knowing how early we were. The staff were very attentive to us and other customers and I felt that they were in control of service in spite of how busy they were. Our friends arrived and we ordered from the pre-Theatre set menu. It wasn't a huge choice in terms of selection, but enough of a variety of pizza's, pasta and either a steak or a fish main course to cater for most people. I think the reason is they expect so many covers in a short period of time they need to adapt the menu and it's size accordingly. We all had starters and a main course and a glass of wine/beer but no desserts or coffee as we were clock watching. The food was very pleasant, nothing you could really get wrong if you were an Italian restaurant, as we only had pizzas and pasta. One of the staff had a really good sense of humour and again regardless of how busy they were, it was nice he could engage with a touch of humour as well with us. I settled the bill and I was happy to pay the optional gratuity which was included on the bill as I was very happy with the service and quality of food. I would point out though, when asked to follow the instructions on the credit card pad, there was an option to add a gratuity which I obviously ignored. I don't believe this was a conscious 'ploy' from this restaurant, but no doubt somebody who may have had several drinks or someone less observant and not realise the gratuity is already on the main bill may overlook this and double tip. I would go back again.

Always my go to restaurant if I’m visiting the Bridgewater. The pre-show menu is limited but covers pasta, pizza, chicken fish and steak. Always well cooked and tasty. The starters are good. Portion sizes are fine. Excellent service and great value for money. Probably best to book as it gets quite busy if there’s something good on.

Superb food and drink with great service as well. One of my favourite places to eat in Manchester, something genuinely different.

4.8

GG

What a stunning space to be in whether for a drink or dinner. Rich, colourful and very luxurious. We enjoyed great food and expensive drinks. Lots of lovely touches like the monogramed crockery. A special occasion place.

4.8

GG

A spectacular venue with amazing views over Manchester. Food and drink match the experience!

We dined at Giorgio's on Saturday evening. We were a group of four who were tired after a full day exhibiting at Manchester Central. In short it was the best evening, the food was spot on, we all agreed one of the nicest Italian meals we'd had in this country.! The service was fantastic, friendly, full of fun ( especially when rubber gloves brought to one of our group who had joked about washing up!!) Wonderful ambiance .We were made to feel as if we were regulars. I wish we lived in Manchester then we would be regulars !! To be sure we will return at the earliest opportunity, thank you all for making our evening .... my only complaint.. We didn't have room for a pud !!

4.8

GG

Extremely impressed with our food! Pigs head croquettes, Braised featherblade etc. Our wine was excellent too, a very pleasant Macon to start and a Greek bottle of Red that was very good. Busy lunch service with efficient service

Visited Giorgios on Saturday evening for the first time and May I say it won’t be the last. Food, service, ambiance all excellent and reasonably priced too! Well done guys keep doing exactly what you’re doing.

Went for a pre theatre birthday meal on Saturday. Staff attentive for the most part. Meal was very good and served in a timely manner. Food fresh and very tasty. The restaurant itself is spotless. It does get busy so I suggest you book. They do a pre theatre menu until 6:45pm but you can ask to order from the main menu if you ask.

Visited this restaurant a number of times. Always a great atmosphere with friendly staff and super food.

Lovely meal service spot on and friendly

The food was fantastic it's the best Italian I've had in a long time and there tiramisu is out of this world, the service was great the same as the general atmosphere of the restaurant, I'd definitely recommend it

Visited Gio’s for the pre-theatre menu, lovely as always. This is the 3rd time my husband & I have been here & we have enjoyed every meal. Great service & value for money.

Visited Gio’s for the pre-theatre menu, lovely as always. This is the 3rd time my husband & I have been here & we have enjoyed every meal. Great service & value for money.

A big disappointment. Having visited and celebrated at The Armenian Taverna over 20 years I returned on Saturday. I chose simply. Hummus and bread overpriced at £5 and lamb kebab. Lovely but very meagre for the price and not up to the past standard. All ok but not worth a return visit ever for me as the traditional ambience and food quality has been lost. If you like the menu give it a try. It is fine, not spectacular. If you are returning expecting the past establishment , don’t. It is a far cry from that. Really sad.

Truly Amazing food.brilliant service and lovely staff.very lovely atmosphere