Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Manchester/Greater Manchester

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Italian

4.8

4.8 (30)

£25 and under

Italian

Stockport

About the restaurant

Ciao! We are a family ran independent Italian restaurant specialising in rustic traditional Italian home-cooking.

Owned and managed by Ferdinando Mercogliano and family, we have been at the heart of the Romiley community for over 38 years.

Customer favourites include our fresh pasta and proper Neapolitan pizza, but you will also find a whole range of items on our menu including traditional Italian antipasti, grilled meats, seafood, risottos and more.

Everyone is welcome here! Our noisy and lively atmosphere is reminiscent of old school trattorias in the backstreets of southern Italy and we pride ourselves on our friendly fast paced service. We have also recently opened a ground floor section with more of a laid back bistro vibe compared to the bustling chaos of upstairs.

...and of course, how could we not mention our popular Earlybird Offer?! Any pizza or pasta dish is available here for just £7.95 from 5 till 7:30pm, everyday except Fri-Sat and Mondays (we are closed Mondays)

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Sheila

Dined 2 days ago

We all enjoyed our meal and had a very enjoyable evening as always 😊

Eden Italian Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (265)

£26 to £40

Italian

Eccles

About the restaurant

Welcome to Eden
We serve classic Italian cuisine in Monton, Manchester.

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John

Dined 1 day ago

Great service & great food. The lunch offer is great value for money

Onda Pasta Bar

4.7

4.7 (458)

£25 and under

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

A fresh pasta bar based in the Circle Square neighbourhood of Manchester.

Open Wednesday to Sunday every week.

We are a cashless venue

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Abbie

Dined 1 day ago

It was our first time visiting Onda for dinner. The staff were super friendly and welcoming. The restaurant itself had a super laid back, chilled vibe to it and the decor was very aesthetic. The focaccia bread with trio of butters was delicious, we then ordered the vodka pasta and carbonara both of which were super fresh, packed with flavour and the pasta was amazing. Great selection of cocktails and wines which were also very yummy. Only let down for us was the desserts, two of us got the tiramisu however the sponge was very bitter with the flavour of coffee and the cream was slightly bland. And the gelato with cherry, chocolate and Italian meringue was not as tasty as it looked. I felt the chocolate was too bitter to the taste but the gelato and meringue were very nice but wouldn’t opt for it again. Overall we will be back for the pasta definitely a highlight for us.

Piccolino - Bramhall

4.6

4.6 (162)

£26 to £40

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bramhall, one of Cheshire’s most exclusive locations. With its leafy village setting and close proximity to bustling Manchester, Bramhall is ideally placed for visitors.
Bramhall is home to dozens of bars, restaurants, and boutiques, and according to a study by Sheffield University, Bramhall is also home to the friendliest residents in the country. We like to believe this is because Bramhall locals have the area’s best Italian restaurant on their doorstep in the form of Piccolino – who wouldn’t feel friendly?!
Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the Bramhall dining scene. Ideally situated on Moss Lane, Piccolino in Bramhall boasts an open kitchen, cocktail bar, and year-round outside terrace with a fully retractable roof, for the ultimate alfresco experience rain or shine!

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Hilary

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Our food was really lovely as usual. High quality as always but perhaps a little on the expensive side side

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4.6

4.6 (34)

£25 and under

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Step into Forbici
Discover the pizzeria where Napoli meets Manchester, craft meets art, and pizza lovers meet their match.
We prepare our signature three-generation Biga dough to our not-so-secret recipe of 5.0pH with 12H of proofing at 24ºC, all to create a uniquely risen pizza with towering crusts of mouthwatering flavour.
We cut our pizzas like the masters of Naples, four-ways - always - and with scissors.
e use only the finest, fresh Italian produce to prepare our pizzas, bringing the taste of Naples to the bustling streets of Manchester.

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Dennis

Dined 3 days ago

Came in to celebrate a big milestone and left with a full belly and a bigger smile. The capricciosa pizza was divine — crispy base, rich tomato, perfect toppings. But the star of the show? That pistachio ice cream. Creamy, nutty, and utterly unforgettable. Might’ve cried a little (just from joy). Service was warm, vibe was spot on, and honestly, I’m already planning my next visit. If you’re thinking about it — stop thinking and go eat!

Bruco

4.8

4.8 (81)

£26 to £40

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Bruco Italian Bar & Kitchen, Ancoats, Manchester. Serving up an authentic taste of Italy, with a menu of small plates and sharing dishes.

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Christina

Dined 3 days ago

One of my favourite spots to visit in Manchester! The place never fails to impress with their service and food. It is genuinely worth the price point and is a fun place to visit with friends and share food!! :)

Salvi's Mozzarella Bar

4.5

4.5 (1540)

£25 and under

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Our original Italian Mozzarella Bar based at the Corn Exchange.

Here you’ll find an authentic Italian Deli serving the very best produce from Naples and beyond, as well as an apperitivo bar, plus a restaurant downstairs!
Visit us for a glass of prosecco and some beautiful Italian nibbles (including our famous mozzarella boards) or a full dining experience!

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Kathryn

Dined 7 days ago

Lovely food as always. Attentive service. Wil return when next in Manchester, thank you.

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Popular dish

Pasta Ragu

Cibo Manchester

4.3

4.3 (289)

£26 to £40

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Cibo Manchester is set to redefine luxury dining. Housed in a Grade II listed building renowned for its breathtaking architecture, our new restaurant seamlessly marries Cibo's renowned chic and glamorous interiors with the timeless elegance of panelled wood, marble tables, plush velvet textures, and opulent chandeliers, elevating Manchester's dining scene to unparalleled heights of sophistication.

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Emmanuel

Dined 1 day ago

It was my first date in a while and i was keen on making a really good impression.. which i believe i did, she enjoyed the food and the drinks.. i believe i just might have met the love of my life .. its safe to say i made it through the first date .. thank you Cibo Loved my experience yesterday it was worth it

Salvi's Deansgate Square

4.4

4.4 (342)

£25 and under

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Salvi’s at Deansgate Square is a modern twist on the well-known and celebrated Salvi’s brand!

Our Deansgate Square restaurant encapsulates all the best elements of Salvi’s. We offer not only just a restaurant but a bar area and a private dining room for a more VIP experience. We have a large outdoor terrace including an Amalfi inspired garden and bar. Last but not least, our deli, with only the best 100% authentic Italian produce that we get shipped in weekly from Italy.

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SarahVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Fantastic food and service. Pasta was exceptional. Thank you.

Piccolino Caffe Grande Manchester

4.6

4.6 (789)

£26 to £40

Italian

Manchester

About the restaurant

Manchester’s stunning Piccolino Caffe Grande sits on Clarence Street, just off Albert Square and overlooking Manchester’s iconic Town Hall. It’s a fittingly-impressive location for our elegant restaurant which boasts an open kitchen, wine boutique, cocktail bar, oyster and caviar bar, Juicery, and a large alfresco terrace facing the Town Hall.

Italy’s diverse cuisine is the heart and soul of Piccolino in Manchester. We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. As you’d expect from the best Italian restaurants, Piccolino in Manchester offers a menu of Italian classics with a distinctly modern twist. At Piccolino, passion for provenance is at the forefront of our menu, which incorporates the best and freshest seasonal produce, Italian cheeses, meat and seafood, all delivering pure classic Italian flavours.

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GeraldVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Lovely meal. Great service. Better than last visit.

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Popular dish

Spaghetti Frutti di Mare

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