New restaurant & bar listings to hit Confidential Guides: February 2023

Located in the beautiful Grade II-listed India Buildings, just a stone’s throw away from Castle Street Hawksmoor Liverpool opened to much excitement in late 2022.

Yes Lah is a delightful restaurant in Didsbury that offers a fusion of Malaysian and Filipino cuisines. The founders, Zosima (Mama Z) and Yen (Woks Cluckin), have been doing street food and pop-up events since 2017, and their dream of opening a permanent location was finally realised in May 2022.

Metamorphica is a modern British restaurant based in Rossendale that focuses on quality. It is an independent project run by Chef Steven Halligan.

Fold Bistro and Bottle Shop is a new addition to the foodie scene in Marple Bridge, and has already gained a reputation as a must-visit spot in the town.

Lucky Mama’s is a vibrant Italian restaurant on Barlow Moor Road in Chorlton, Manchester serving fresh Roman-style pizza, Veneto-style pasta and a range of Italian-inspired sweet treats.

Sterling is probably one of the most luxurious bars to hit Manchester in recent years, located on the subterranean level of the historic Stock Exchange Hotel.

Gaijin Dumpling House is a hidden gem in the heart of Levenshulme’s main strip, serving authentic halal-friendly East Asian dishes.

Sushi Haus along busy Stockport Road in Marple is a small and cosy restaurant that specialises in sushi and sashimi platters.

If you’re a fan of brunch and baked goods but it just has to be Instagrammable, Gooey should be top of the list.

Lucky Ramen & Sushi restaurant is known for its late-night dining offering of fresh bowls of stewed ramen that are carefully prepared by a head chef with over 15 years of experience.

Homage is a unique lounge located on the mezzanine floor of Wood Restaurant in Manchester. It is an intimate setting dedicated to fine cheese, wine, beer and cocktails.

Provence Wines, located in the heart of Spinningfields brings a refreshing and innovative approach to the traditional wine-drinking experience.

Ornella’s Kitchen is owned and operated by Ornella Cancila, who was born in Castel Di Tusa on Sicily’s north coast and later moved to Bologna at the age of 19. With her extensive experience and deep roots in traditional Italian cooking, Ornella has created a menu that truly captures the essence of Italian cuisine.

My Back Home Chai is a Bangladeshi café located on Market Street in Hyde, Greater Manchester. The café is owned by Abdul and Hiron, who aim to bring authentic Bangladeshi flavours to the area.

On the rooftop of Blackfriars House, Climat is a simply exceptional dining experience owned and operated by the team behind Covino in Chester, who have established a reputation as a wine-led restaurant with a focus on changing menus and a passion for wine.

The Halcyon Project Distillery is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a unique and immersive cocktail experience in Manchester. Owned by the Zymurgorium Group and run by brothers Aaron and Callum, this bar is located in the heart of the city in the Bonded Warehouse and boasts its own in-house distillery.

Exciting news for foodies in Manchester as Higher Ground, the permanent restaurant from the team behind Flawd, opened its doors in February 2023.