Reviews in Manchester

Went to Wings as we were going to the Ricky Hatton fight at the City of Manchester stadium. Restaurant was pretty full to say it was 5pm. Food was outstanding. I loved all the little touches like putting the dim sum on your plate for you. They even made our duck pancakes at the side of our table for us. Food was amazing and service was even better. Will definitely be going back. The best Chinese restaurant I have ever been to. Would definitely recommend it to everyone.

Went to San Carlo mid week for my hubby's birthday. When we arrived the place was half full and already had a great atmosphere. By the time we left it was full to capcity. A really good sign mid week. Loved the food and enjoyed a large platter of shellfish to share. The only downside was our table. We were sat next to the waiter's station and were constantly interrupted by waiters leaning over us picking up peper mills and parmesan cheese etc. This did get quite annoying until the place got so busy that nothing was ever returned back to the station! Therefore I would make a point of not being seated near this area again, but apart from that a great place!

Sorry to disagree with popular opinion. Having read its rave reviews we pitched up at the New Emperor on Sunday last and the whole experience was pretty depressing. One starter forgotten. Crispy duck was dry and had poor texture, king prawns in satay sauce had no flavour or seasoning, the brown gloopy sauce barely distinguishable from the fillet of slimy beef in ginger and black beans. Bland, bland, bland! Ordered a decent premier cru Chablis that was served too warm from cheap, horrible glasses. The request for an ice bucket for the sparkling mineral water that came at room temperature resulted in a wine cooler full of ice with the bottle sat on top. Clueless. Then the bill has 10% added automatically and the staff push you to add a tip when they bring over the credit card machine. It wasn't overly busy, but FOUR other tables complained about slow service or dishes that had been ordered but forgotten. The decor is tired. Don't often eat Chinese in town and if this really is one of the best, I'll stick to that policy.

after reading various reviews on this site, i decide to treat myself and and members of my family today. unfortunately it did NOT live up to the reviews. the floor was dirty in places and the chairs were of all different types and styles. most of the potatoes were undercooked and so were the vegetables. the meat was passable, the only shining light was the rhubarb crumble pudding.when we pointed these things out, the waiter wasnt really bothered. my advice is think twice about booking a table at this place.

From the outside, this place looks like a gym on a retail park but step inside - and you're in a different world. Cinnabar upstairs is great - but was empty when my friends and I went last Saturday. It really needs to have more people in it as the atmos is totally lacking upstairs. I thought the food was ok but nothing amazing - especially when we were charged £12 for ONE scallop - I kid you not. This place could be amazing but somehow manages to fall short of the mark.

We visited the Shere Kahn on Sunday 18th May 2008. We had excellent curries served by friendly staff. But to add to our enjoyment we spotted a certain American musician in the restaurant......none other than Jimmy Carl Black from the Frank Zappa band "The Mothers of Invention". Obviously the reputation of this fine restaurant has spread beyond Manchester.

Have ate here several times with family and not been disappointed at any of our visits. Generally have mixed starter - ribs are to die for!! All our varied main courses have been excellent. All the staff are lovely, especially with our younger child, they really cant do enough for you. Surroundings are nice and the entrance is a bridge over a fish pond - lovely and authentic. Went last saturday there again this weekend its sooo good! This restaurant is a credit to thai cuisine - enjoy!

i must admit the food is to die for! sirloin and the garlic mushrooms is my favourite! i like the haddock aswell but the plate comes out very very hot and i always burn myself - once quite badly, silly old me! lol if a husband was as good a cook as the chef (dale) all women would be more than happy and vice versa lol i go here alot with my husband and we love it - service is always with a smile, unfortunately the desserts can be quite a wait and the bar service is slow especially if busy (and it's not that big of an establishment)- the service has gone down hill since we first starting going which was just under a year ago but i guess that's the owners problem, but believe me don't let this put you off good service is not the easiest to come by these days but other than that this place is fantastic! definitely go there and treat yourself or a loved one to some of the mouthwatering dishes available! 10/10 to the chef - he's a work of art!

wow This is one of Manchester's best restaurants. Really authentic and top quality thai food. Soooooooo reasonably priced 10 out of ten. It's hidden away on an upper floor in Manchester's china town. It's a real gem why isn't there more hype about it.

I have been going to Happy Seasons for longer than I care to remember. Moved away and forgot about it. Then five years ago went back for meal with my now partner who is Chinese. So maybe it can be romantic!!! Anyway I always thought it was good and he thinks it is the best value in China Town. Try taking somebody who can read Chinese, the Chinese menu has some great dishes not on the English menu.

recommend this place you must be mad. It's chav and vile. Would'nt be caught dead in there a second time. A girl could get a bad name being seen in there. I'm just insulted the door staff let me in they clearly mistook me for an coke fan that would welcome the advances sleezey men for whom a song comes mind. The great prentender. The food was ok. A lot of a certain type of person in here and it's not footballers and celebs.

fantastic food, really tasty, lovely staff and very friendly, always a great meal, happy customers, bury.

I went today and would NEVER go again! It must be difficult to find such surly, slow illiterate staff but they managed it. I ordered a salad which took ages to prepare and did not come with any salad dressing nor was any salad cream or mayo available. The vegetarian carvery was just help yourself to vegetables! I know that the food is cheap but that does not have to mean poor quality. I recommend going anywhere else.

I love Puccini's! My friend and I went along on a Thursday evening recently without booking and although busy - they did everything they could to make us feel welcome and comfortable whilst we were waiting. This truly is a family restaurant and as been there for over 20 years - you are made to feel as though you are part of the family!The salmon was amazing and so fresh, the wine list is huge! I would recommend this place to anyone - not overpriced, amazing food and service.

I have visited Sweet Mandarin many times and the food is delicious and the service friendly and efficient. I brought some friends from London to the restaurant and had a brilliant time. I've just bought their book too and can't wait to read it. If you've not tried Sweet Mandarin you must! Also northern quarter is a great spot now - buzzing and cool.

This is a restaurant with a good atmosphere. It has a bonus in that you can take your own drinks in with you which of course helps to keep prices down. Service is excellent and the food is of a really good quality. Chefs specials include rice or nan bread and at around £8.00 for the dearest dish is really reasonable. They provide all your glasses also for your drinks. Give this place a try you will not be disappointed.

This is an absolute gem of a restaurant - shame we've only just found it!! We've been twice in two weeks! The food is outstanding and very tasty with a huge choice, and unlike many other restaurants, they appreciate your business and are so friendly. We've had the meat meze each time and it is stunning - but be warned there is plenty so don't have a snack before you go! I highly recommend this restaurant, you will not be disappointed.

Went to the Hare & Hounds on friday evening for a quick tea, and I have to say the food was lovely when it eventually arrived, one hour late. So would recommend this place for the views and the food, but not for service or speed of service.