The best restaurants in Chorlton Manchester North West

I must admit, I originally came here out of curiosity to read the negative review mentioned by another reviewer. I’m a bit ashamed that my intrigue outweighed the desire to rate a local gem that has been feeding my family for many months! So here I am, finally leaving my thoughts—especially after having a laugh at the "award-winning chef’s" critique. Stretford Canteen is exactly what this town needed: a cosy spot with real character, where you can enjoy a great brunch or dinner. Their concept has clearly proven successful, and their consistency is undoubtedly one of the keys to that success. There’s a brilliant balance of familiar “go-to” dishes alongside fresh additions to the menu. This means returning customers, like us, can always count on our favourites while being pleasantly surprised by new offerings. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and intimate, yet we’ve always felt welcome with our kids in tow—even with our noisy little crew. It’s a rarity to find a small venue where you feel completely at ease as a family, but Stretford Canteen has nailed it. They also offer a great selection of drinks and a varied menu to cater to everyone’s tastes. Brunch is our favourite; the menu is customisable to an extent, and we always leave completely satisfied. Now, I’d like to address the negative review I came across. I pride myself on writing honest and constructive reviews, so I hope this will be helpful to others. If your priority is massive portions at bargain prices, then no, this isn’t the place for you—perhaps an all-you-can-eat chinese buffet is a better option. However, in my experience, the portions here are perfectly reasonable. The brunch is consistently filling, and I have to give a special mention to the Sunday prix fixe menu, which is excellent value. The prices, in my view, reflect the quality of the ingredients and the overall experience. They also reflect the unfortunate economic climate we’re all living in, with inflation and skyrocketing import costs. Let’s face it: complaining about food prices at this stage feels futile, should have thought about it back in 2016! Personally, I’d rather skip a meal out elsewhere and come to Stretford Canteen than spend £15 on a bland, pre-packaged burger at a pub. At least here, the food is worth every penny. It’s also worth noting that businesses that haven’t adapted to these challenging times are either (a) closed, (b) sacrificing quality, or (c) serving smaller portions. Stretford Canteen has found the perfect formula to not only survive but thrive—and that’s impressive given the tough economy and the disruption caused by major local roadworks. Finally, I want to touch on the French inspiration in their cuisine. As someone who has lived in France and worked with French clients, I think they do an excellent job of capturing the spirit of French cooking while giving dishes their own twist. I doubt anyone familiar with French cuisine would take offense—after all, even French Michelin-starred chefs like Etchebest have taken liberties with other traditions (with insulting versions of carbonara and bolognaise!). In summary, Stretford Canteen is a local treasure that deserves recognition. It’s a welcoming space with consistently great food, friendly service, and a menu that keeps us coming back again and again.

Solo quería un tocino tostado y me dijeron que no lo hacen porque las cocinas son demasiado pequeñas, prefieren perder la costumbre que hacer un sándwich de tocino tostado y me dijeron que solo puedo tenerlo en un granero! Los trabajos que vale la pena originalmente le darían a este lugar 5 estrellas, pero los trabajadores no quieren tratar de ayudar

Worst meal I've ever eaten. Chicken was over done and clearly prepped days in advance. Coating was burned yet mushy on the inside with a woody texture. Waffle was of a wall paper paste consistency! When we complained at the bar, once the member of staff decided to get up from sitting on the back bar he told me "you don't know what you're talking about this is what waffles should taste like" Ive never left so much food iny life and feel I've been robbed of £30 for two meals, but it wasn't worth eating!

Después de que el grupo musical ("Owen’s Little Music Makers") baja por el pasillo, generalmente nos quedamos a almorzar. El personal es amable y el servicio servicial. Hay conexión inalámbrica a internet gratuita y un buen café, aunque por lo general tomo té de constructor en una taza.

Excelente café, dulces, y servicio. Muy limpio y con los niños. Fuimos a tomar un café en una mañana soleada. Genial y muy recomendable. El único inconveniente es que es pequeño y no pueda encontrar un lugar :).

Excellent place to visit with a fully stocked bar, sports on demand, tv and viewing areas ideal for a comfy and friendly experience with the locals. Live entertainment on various weekend and a nostalgic Monday afternoon and evening with karaoke & an array of music for everyone's taste!

This is a fantastic fish shop with a vast variety of seafood available and at very good prices The staff are very friendly and informative Before Covid they also had brilliant sushi and I do hope that returns Some fresh vegetables and eggs, again excellent quality I love going here

Top notch pizza! I've had kebabs and chicken previously from chicken and cheese and that's been brilliant too! Ordered a special chicken shwarma pizza tonight and although cleaning up and getting ready to close fired it all back up and made me one of the best pizzas I've ever had. The staff are such lovely people and nothing is too much trouble. Love this takeaway. Well worth checking out.

Lovely bar, very much enjoyed the drink and the vibe

Dropped in this dreary mid January afternoon for a taste of Spain. Very authentic- warmed the cockles 😊 thank the waitress for sending my daughter a voicemail wishing her luck in her Spanish A-level tests - she appreciated it very much.

Otro excelente plato para dos, ha pasado un tiempo desde la última visita. Todavía excelente relación calidad-precio y oído mucho aprecio de otras tablas también. Número uno en Chorlton en mi libro.

Warm friendly welcome as soon as you enter. The service was attentive and the waiting staff were able to give recommendations. The portion sizes were good especially given the prices and the food was just excellent. We had the gyudon, the tonkatsu kare, the pickles, the meatballs and the vegetable tempura. My favourite was the tempura. The dishes felt authentic and the curry had a nice kick of heat to it. They serve a good selection of drinks also and we enjoyed a roasted rice tea and local soda. I would recommend this to anyone wanting Japanese food in Manchester, particularly if you are a fan of donburi.

Top class great staff and the food is excellent. Definitely worth a visit...