Best Dinner Places to Eat in Sowood

"Officially the highest eating and drinking spot in the city, in its short existence 20 Stories has become a Manchester icon thanks to food and drink menus that are able to do justice to its sweeping panoramic views. Think dishes like Manchester Gin beetroot cured Scottish salmon with sour cream and pickled cucumber - and a very Instagrammable Manchester tart cocktail. As far as rooftop terraces go, it ticks all of the boxes and then some with a mixture of cosy fire pits and plenty of cover for cold snaps, as well as uncovered spots to soak up the sun."

"Occupying the 19th-floor rooftop of No.1 Spinningfields, 20 Stories is the first Manchester project from the D&D London restaurant group, which alr ..." Read our full review"

"If you’re after a ‘restaurant with a view’ in Manchester, you can’t do better than 20 Stories. Found on the 19th floor of No 1. Spinningfields, the entire city …"

"Available all week long, Bundobust’s pancake offering sees them put a sweet twist on the traditional dosa. These mango puree and rosewater rice pancakes are £5 and come served with shrikhand (a sweetened cardamom yoghurt), mango ras, pistachio, and pomegranate."

"You can eat for well under a tenner at Indian kitchen Bundobust. Located in the Northern Quarter, the restaurant is a veggie haven of spicy cooking; we recommend the masala dosa, a warming combination of soup and mini pancakes."

"We already know that Tattu is a swoon-worthy date night bar in Manchester, but did you know this place serves a quirky cocktail featuring a mini cherry blossom tree inside it?. Sip on this and plenty of other unique mixes while grazing on Pan-Asian plates for the ultimate experience."

"Offering the double whammy of stunning surroundings and a delicious menu, Tattu is a top restaurant in Manchester for vegetarians. Enjoy selection of modern Chinese cuisine, including shiitake bao, vegetarian chicken with black bean sauce and OK glazed tempeh."

"The Ivy has long-reigned as one of the most beautiful restaurants not only in Manchester but across the UK. Offering up three floors in the Manchester venue – each with a completely different experience – the restaurant is unbeatable if you’re after a lively date night, with a fantastic atmosphere flowing from floor to floor. On the ground floor, you’ll find a stunning, floral brasserie, the second – a decadent, oriental-inspired Asian restaurant, and on the rooftop – a bright, summery floral terrace also serving the varied brasserie menu."

"Another special spot in Spinningfields suitable for both celebrations or just a boujee Tuesday – The Ivy’s roof terrace is stunningly decorated, with plus velvet furniture, fire pits for warmth and grand trees throughout setting a botanical theme for its brasserie offering. Most of the space is for diners, however, there’s a lovely bar within the terrace, too, where you can perch up for a drink or two. The Ivy, The Pavilion, Byrom St, M3 3HG."

"Not satisfied being one of the most gorgeous restaurants in Manchester, The Ivy Spinningfields is offering up Insta-ready puds to match the surroundings. A long-standing feature on their dessert menu, the Chocolate Bombe is a thing of beauty. A hard chocolate shell is turned molten by a hot caramel sauce to reveal a delectable vanilla ice cream and honeycomb core within."

"Open seven days a week, this expansive Italian dining destination is the epitome of authentic Italian cooking. With a mix of seasonal Yorkshire produce, and quality ingredients are flown in from the markets of Sicily and Milan, you’ll find an array of seafood, fresh pasta, and trattoria classics. Up in Roundhay, San Carlo Flying Pizza impressive covered outdoor terrace is the place to be when the sun is shining."

"Situated in the heart of Leeds’ smart legal and business quarter, this branch of San Carlo promises sleek, stylish good looks, a cheery, welcoming vibe and a wide-ranging menu peppered with trattoria classics."

"Tuck into delicious Vietnamese cuisine at the popular Bistro Saigon restaurant. Whether you fancy a leisurely lunch with the whole family or a memorable evening meal, it makes for a great choice while in the local area. Signature dishes include roast duck red curry, chilli beef and chicken pho, plus much more."

"Manchester’s legendary stand-up comedy club remains an ever-popular destination, and has hosted pretty much every big name in comedy over the past 19 years. TripAdvisor reviewers had high praise for the venue’s staff, drinks and hot food offering. Typical reviews include: “Food was good, staff friendly and comedy funny."

"The one you think of when someone says comedy in Manchester. Located on Deansgate Locks, this perfectly placed club offers some of the best stand up in town. Their auditorium set up makes it perfect for stand up."

"Kokoro Leeds is a Korean-Japanese takeaway store that is boasting of 25 different branches all across the UK that serves the best tasting meals that are authentically Japanese and Korean in taste and style. They have hot and cold food and sides, soup and salad with sushi dishes ranging from salmon, tuna, sushi katsu, nigiri, hosomaki and many others that are sold in sets. Adapting to your convenience, they offer a click and collect service through their mobile app."

"Kokoro is a Korean-Japanese takeaway store that is boasting of 25 different branches all across the UK that serves the best tasting meals that are authentically Japanese and Korean in taste and style. They have hot and cold food and sides, soup and salad with meals ranging from katsu curry, teriyaki, yakisoba, udon, sushi, sashimi, gyoza and many others. Adapting to your convenience, they offer a click and collect service through their mobile app."

"For quick, easy and delicious sushi in Leeds, Kokoro is the place to go. There’s a huge array for you to choose from made-to-go, with tuna, veggie and California rolls alongside more unusual options like inari pockets – fried tofu stuffed with sushi rice. Salmon lovers won’t be disappointed either, as they’ve got an all-salmon set."

"Issho is a rooftop restaurant with views that look out across the rooftops. The menu is designed for sharing, so you can choose from a selection of premium sushi alongside bao buns and robatayaki dishes like pork belly with spring onion and shichimi. Head Chef Joe Grant is a seafood expert and he’s travelled all over the world to perfect his culinary creations."

"Issho’s name is taken from the Japanese word for ‘together’. Dishes are designed for sharing, or to be enjoyed at one of the open kitchen counters, specialising in either robata or sushi. Take it outside to the oasis of plush sofas & lush greenery, overlooking Leeds city centre; the terrace is the ideal place for cocktails with friends or an al fresco lunch."