Best Dinner Places to Eat in Ashton-in-Makerfield

"Manchester's highest bar and restaurant - recently named one of the best in Europe - is a must for the city's most glamorous residents. From the terrace bar at 20 Stories you can soak in views right across the city centre and all the way to the Peak District, all with a champagne cocktail in hand. Trees stand two storeys high, with al fresco fireplaces and an outdoor barbecue on site too."

"For the ultimate swanky experience, dine high in the sky serenaded by electric violinists at 20 Stories. The restaurant is serving a special four-course menu for the occasion featuring Aberdeen Angus beef wellington and lemon tart with raspberry sorbet followed by truffles and fudge (£70). A vegan menu is also available."

"It's billed as Manchester's highest restaurant, boasting gorgeous views of the city below and matched with equally impressive interiors. 20 Stories is an excellent choice for dinner, and a small photoshoot in the botanical decor or among the outdoor foliage on the roof terrace."

"With a recent expansion to a third site on the beautiful Albert Dock, the Maray team continue to evolve and astound. The original Bold Street venue is cosy and uncompromising, with a basement bar for those waiting for a table or just after some tasty nibbles and a drink. The other two venues are a bit more spacious, but in all three venues you’re receiving some of the highest quality food in Liverpool (and outside of London) right now."

"Serving 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."

"It’s become such a major part of Liverpool’s culinary identity it is strange to think that Mowgli has only been around for five years or so. Mowgli is all about how Indians eat at home and on their streets, serving healthy fresh food. In addition, the Mowgli Trust has raised nearly three quarters of a million pounds so far, donating to charities including Claire House children’s hospice and The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity."

"If you have never heard about this restaurant before - then where have you been?. Mowgli serves Indian street food on Bold Street and Water Street and the people of Liverpool have been going crazy for it since 2015. The restaurant serves up a variety of meat and vegetarian dishes in tiffin boxes."

"Also located on Bold Street, Mowgli serves authentic Indian street food at a small price. Here you can have a meal from £4.50. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, it’s a favourite for many in Liverpool."

"One for the vegans here, Bundobust is the perfect example of proving that you don't need meat to pack a punch. With a proper fast-food feel, despite being able to eat in at their Piccadilly location, each time those lovely little pots are plonked in front of you is just as exciting at the last. The tarka dhal is to die for, their food has a real grab-and-go feel to it and it's very reasonably priced considering the amount of flavour you get out of each dish."

"This laid-back Piccadilly street food favourite has canteen and booth-style seating, and bespoke artwork nodding to Manchester’s industrial heritage. The informal menu is entirely vegetarian: think spiced okra fries, or bundo chaat, a delightful mixture of crunchy samosa pastry, chickpeas, tamarind chutney and turmeric noodles. An excellent beer list showcases local breweries."

"The team at Funky Food in Birkdale consider themselves to be 'vegan and gluten-free specialists'. Their Facebook page says "We can cater for any needs including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant, diabetic, low-sugar and sugar free."

"Michael Caines MBE is arguably one of Britain’s most acclaimed chefs with two Michelin-stars to his name. Therefore, it would be an erroneous not to visit Manchester’s own Michael Caines Restaurant, located in the Grade II listed ABode Hotel. It has won a host of awards including ‘Manchester Restaurant of the Year’ 2008 and 2009 and boasts an elegant design that exudes a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere."

"ABode Manchester is ideally located in the very heart of the city, just minutes from bustling Piccadilly. The Grade II listed hotel retains the period character of a Victorian cotton merchant's wholesale warehouse. The building, completed in 1898, was designed to impress, with its stylish and decorative front and its splendid walnut staircase with detailed tile and wrought iron work."

"7 Coronation Walk, Southport PR8 1RD, EnglandTakeout, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit CardsMediterranean, European, Spanish, Turkish, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, BrunchHK$165 - HK$385+44 1704 512009"

"With it Tex-Mex menu, it is a fantastic restaurant and bar which hosts 5 full length ten pin bowling lanes within the same venue, so you can eat, drink and play all within the same building. Part of Black Dog Ballroom, Dog Bowl is a quirky and unique venue that’s guaranteed to add a little fun to your Manchester stag weekend…. Nothing beats a little competitiveness between friends,"

"Here at Dog Bowl, kids under 12 can play bowling for free when they dine in the venue. What’s best, this offer is also valid even in half term!. They have special features for little ones including bumpers, ramps, lightweight bowling balls and others."

"Keep things fun and casual on a quirky Manchester date with Dog Bowl. Not only can you knock back craft beers and ample American bites, their state of the art bowling alleys are sure to keep you busy (and a little competitive) well on into the night."