Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Stretford

"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."

"20 Stories rooftop terrace is famous across the city for its stunning 360 ° views of Manchester’s skyline. The perfect spot for a girls night out, the terrace restaurant is open for bookings for food from 12th April, with walk-ins if you just fancy a drink. Oh Manchester 😍 #ILoveMcrpic.twitter.com/0mtxlqNrTy"

"20 Stories is one of Manchester's most romantic rooftop restaurants, with stunning views and equally impressive interiors filled with botanical touches. As for the menu, expect brassiere-style British classics with a focus on fresh and seasonal ingredients."

"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."

"Tattu delivers modern Chinese cuisine in a fabulously decorated venue. Cherry blossom trees fill the restaurant whilst traditional Chinese decor accentuate the walls. Small sharing plates as well as banquet-style set menus are available celebrating contemporary Chinese flavours."

"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."

"A very special spot standing proud in the centre of Spinningfields, The Ivy consists of three charming floors – one of which is completely decked out in the most spectacular, Far Eastern-inspired decor. And the nods don’t end there. The menu is completely inspired by Asia, too, taking inspiration from all corners of the continent when curating their menu."

"The Ivy's roof garden is one of the most glamorous places in the city, perfect for celeb-watching. Opulent fabrics, masses of plants and a retractable roof (plus essential heaters) make it an luxurious hangout in all weathers. You can order from a huge menu of food, including afternoon teas and brunches."

"With three sprawling levels that include a traditional brasserie, modern Asian bar and stunning rooftop space, there's plenty of choice at The Ivy. Nab a spot at the Spinningfields favourite and indulge in all-day dining with alluring cocktails to match."

"Credit: Ian S licensed under Creative Commons for commercial use. A gem of a pub in the sprawling hills North of Halifax, The Causeway Foot Inn is well worth the 50-minute drive. It’s surrounded by greenery with stunning views from the beer garden."

"33 Oldham Street is a party palace that also happens to provide sustenance for the following morning. The Norther Quarter brunch restaurant will fill you up with English breakfasts, bacon sarnies and vegan hash. And come summer, head up to the roof terrace for cocktails and tanning."

"Subway have really stepped up their game this year, offering veggie and vegan patties, two types of vegan cheese and vegan dressings including garlic aioli. The sandwich artists will even offer to change gloves while making your sarnie."

"Located beside the O2 store, Subway offers visitors their own choice of delicious and customisable Subs, made to order for each and every Manchester Fort visitor."

"Frurt specialise in Frozen Yogurt (Froyo), with dairy and non-dairy options available. The dessert spot has several locations scattered around Manchester, with more than 50 toppings (many of which are vegetarian, with some vegan) up for grabs. You create your masterpiece by picking and choosing from fresh fruit, dry fruit, sweets, Chocolate and premium sauces such as pistachio, ruby and Bueno including warm sauces like biscoff and Nutella."

"Formerly known as William Sicilian Street Food, this authentic Sicilian restaurant popped up in the Northern Quarter earlier this year – renamed and reworked as Sicilian NQ. The lovely little restaurant hones in on the idyllic region’s homely food, bringing dishes such as arancini, cannoli, cipollini, pasta and more to our rainy city. Sicilian NQ, 14 Turner St, M4 1DZ."

"Veeno also serve brunch “Our authentic Italian menu boasts the finest cured meats and cheeses and some classics with a twist to ensure your gastronomic experience is one to be remembered. Whether you’re joining us for brunch ora sharing board with friends, we have plenty of options to tempt your taste buds.”  The brunch menu for two allows you to choose one salad from options like: Insalata Caprese (Beef tomato, mozzarella, olive oil and oregano) or Insalata di Pollo (Grilled chicken, mixed leaves, avocado, grilled peppers, cherry tomatoes and cucumber). Then choose two Brushette from options like: Nduja e Scamorza (A spicy spreadable sausage from Calabria, not for the faint-hearted, with smoked cheese) or Salmone Affumicato (Smoked salmon, mascarpone and dill, perfect pairing for a glass of Prosecco)."

"Croma is on the busy Wilbraham Road in Chorlton but there are also branches in Manchester’s Albert Square and in Prestwich and Didsbury. All of them are popular haunts for families."