Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Arbury

"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."

"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."

"Specialising in Middle Eastern-inspired small plates, Maray has cemented its legendary status within the city with 3 restaurants. Their original Bold Street restaurant is going stronger than ever with famous dishes like their Disco Cauliflower. View the menu at https://www.maray.co.uk/"

"Chips don't get much better than this offering at Maray on Bold Street - thick cut potatoes with hummus and a house green chilli sauce. Better make it two portions."

"The story behind this restaurant is fantastic, as is the food, that’s why Mowgli is our number one destination for street food in Liverpool. Started by Nisha Katona after she left her job as a barrister to pursue her dream of bringing the culture and food with her from her home country of India to Liverpool Mowgli has gone from strength to strength. In a short space of time Mowgli was opened and had gained worldwide success as the first Indian street food restaurant in Liverpool."

"Mowgli prides itself on showing the truth about how Indians eat at home and in the street. They emphasise mixing and matching up smaller dishes; particular highlights fr us would be their signature Yoghurt Chat Bombs, the Gunpowder chicken and the Mowgli Chip Buttie (with turmeric fries). Their take on a traditional Goan fish curry is also nothing short of mind blowing."

"The simple dishes of the Mowgli menu are a million miles away from the curry stereotype, often vegan and packed with fresh flavours. Situated on the bustling Bold Street, Mowgli brings a buzzing atmosphere with delectable food to match. A visit to Mowgli with your friends is a must when studying in Liverpool, whether you fancy a treat, or for a special occasion."

"Bundobust is many things (craft beer haunt, Indian street food hangout, veggie restaurant) but it sells itself as a ‘beer and Indian joint’. The basement bar is filled with casual, communal tables that encourage interaction with fellow punters, and has a relaxed order-at-the-bar system that keeps the crowd mingling. The food menu is all about vegetarian Indian street food."

"A vegetarian and predominantly gluten-free restaurant, Bundobust is serving some of Manchester's best cheap eats. For just £6, you can munch on a bhaji butty, vada pav veggie burger and raghda pethis mushy pea cakes, with a wide choice of cocktails to top it off."

"Formerly known as William Sicilian, Sicilian NQ is the first and only true Sicilian restaurant in Manchester – offering up hearty, traditional dishes that aim to encapsulate the culture of Sicily. Think Sicilian wines and beers, antipasti, pasta, cannoli and even lovely traditional Italian desserts that go down extremely well with a good old cup of coffee. Sicilian NQ, 14 Turner St, M4 1DZ."

"A quirky dive bar on Fleet Street, Motel combines the spirit of American graphic novels with a post-punk edge to create a trendy establishment that is the perfect destination for any Ropewalk’s night out. Broody and intimate, inside you’ll find hipster-esque exposed brick work and a raw, industrial feel. The walls are covered in original artwork by illustrator Dave Baddeley and bold neon signs willing you to forego sleep."

"The Club House brings the refined air of the Hamptons to the very centre of L1. For Liverpool One restaurants and bars, Chavasse Park is the beating heart, with a range of chain restaurants and bars, a delightful outdoor space that rises above the shopping and gives a great view of the Albert Dock and the river. The Club House takes you a step away from the madness, a timeless space where you can relax with a cocktail in hand, an elegant casualness that can’t be matched anywhere else in the city centre."

"The Club House has quickly become one of the most popular destinations to head to on a sunny day in Liverpool. Offering outdoor seating and a first floor terrace, you can take your pick from the many seats at one of the city’s newest restaurants. The smells from the outdoor kitchen will draw you in alone, but you’ll most definitely stay for the cocktails in the sun."

"Good times lie ahead at the Club House, whether it’s a belated celebration, a long-awaited hanging kebab or a cold drink on the terrace, they are ready to welcome you back for a taste of their delicious menu. View this post on Instagram. ☀️ Blue skies alert ☀️ Our kitchen is back opened at 5pm and we are serving drinks all day!!"

"About: Patisserie Valerie in Deansgate is a haven of self-indulgence. This luxurious, continental-style patisserie and café is famed for delicious handmade cakes and pastries. Under the counter you'll discover a mouth-watering array of sugary treats such as tarts, macaroons and gateauxs."

"I wouldn’t normally have chosen this flavour, but on a hot day they only had three to choose from. Had a changing flavour – hints of coffee, cream and caramel with little bits of caramel which gave a nice texture change."

"23/05/2021: A very warm welcome at La Boheme at lunchtime today. The staff were very warm and courteous and the food divine as always. I can not speak highly enough of this lovely French restaurant."

"Opposite the Lowry on the south side of the Manchester Ship Canal in Trafford Park is one of five branches for the Imperial War Museum, opened in 2002. This remarkable building, with three interlocking metallic shards (invoking air, earth and water), was designed by Daniel Libeskind and intended to induce a feeling of disorientation apt for war. The entrance is in the 55-metre-high “air shard”, while the permanent exhibition is on the first floor in the “earth shard”."

"Dot-Art offers a wide variety of well-curated art collections that will catch your attention and enhance further your enthusiasm for arts. With their years of experience in the industry, they understand how art can be an integral part of the community and the lives of the people that is why they provide an avenue that will further cultivate the talent of different artists and inspire all budding ones to continue doing their craft and excel on their passion. Apart from showcasing these brilliant creations sourced from different local artists, they also offer them for sale to all art enthusiasts and patrons who wish to bring home wonderful pieces and to provide all artists with a chance to gain profit from their work."

"Situated around the corner from The Cavern Club is arguably the most unique gallery in the city: dot-art. With the clear aim of supporting local artists, dot-art exhibits in its city centre store and externally, sells local art at affordable prices, runs regular workshops and supports school art initiatives."

"Dot-Art Gallery opened on Queens Avenue in 2011, however the business has been running for 11 years. The team host regular exhibitions which change every six-eight weeks, displaying the work of local artists. At the moment the theme is "seasons" featuring five different paintings."

"137, The Orient, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 8EQ. Cafe Rouge are a chain of French restaurants. “Whatever the time of day, we have a dish to suit your mood; from steak frites and boeuf bourguignon to a selection of croques, baguettes and vegan options too – all on our menu of classic French food with a contemporary twist.” They offer breakfast and brunch dishes such as the Grande Breakfast (two free-range eggs, two Cumberland sausages, sweet cure bacon, beans, mushroom, tomato, black pudding, sautéed potatoes and sourdough toast), Pancakes (three warm pancakes topped with your choice of sweet cure bacon, banana and maple syrup, or fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and pineapple with fruit compot, and French Toast (two slices of sweet brioche bread topped with your choice of sweet cure bacon, banana and maple syrup, chocolate sauce, banana and hazelnuts or fresh seasonal fruit, honey and vanilla crème fraîche)."

"With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since it opened way back in 1989. Now with over 90 sites across the country it's just the place to mull over…"