Maray Bold St
EuropeanServing irresistible Middle Eastern fusion small plates, Maray is a slow-burning smash hit. Inspired by (and named after) the Middle-Eastern flavours of Paris’ Marais district, it provides an informal, communal dining experience which revolves around excellent falafels, small plates, fine wines and cocktails.
The attention to detail is spot on. In particular, there’s a sizeable vegetarian offering, which could includes hummus, muhammara, confit squash with ginger, harissa-pickled eggs, and pumpkin arancini with brie and a fresh rhubarb chutney.
In reference to its cosmopolitan namesake, the fish and meat plates feature modern European staples shot through with eastern colour; for example, monkfish cheeks with Aleppo aioli, or smoked ham with fennel, date syrup and Egyptian spices.
The interior explores the possiblities offered by wrought iron, exposed brickwork and pendulous LED lighting.
They bake all their own Persian bread in house, and together with sister venues in Allerton and Albert Dock, Maray is a hipsters’ favourite.
Finish off at the bar where cocktails could include their marmalade-infused house whiskey sour, or an Agent Cooper – a bittersweet concoction of vodka, Patron XO, Frangelico and bitter chocolate.
Want to be the first to receive all the latest news, tips, articles, guides and updates from Confidential Guides? Sign up here.
You might also like…

Mughli
RusholmeMughli is the contemporary, social media embracing, second generation Curry Mile restaurant that paved the way for the likes of...

Abyssinia Cafe and Restaurant
West YorkshireAbyssinia Cafe and Restaurant has been dishing up its award-winning traditional Ethiopian recipes since 2014, showcasing the cuisine's abundance in...

Sugar Junction
Northern QuarterWith a very vintage vibe, homemade cake and cocktails, and tempting hot and cold plates dished up all day every...

Black Dog Ballroom
Northern QuarterBooze, food and pool is on the menu at Northern Quarter's Black Dog Ballroom, a New York-style speakeasy hidden downstairs...

The Goods In
PrestwichJust across the road from the Heaton Park tram stop is The Goods In, a newbie cafe-bar from the team...

Peck & Yard Manchester
Manchester City CentreOk, so Peck & Yard in Ancoats is more of a takeaway than a bona fide restaurant but there are...