Set on Manchester’s prestigious King Street, All Bar One Manchester is a stylish, easy-going choice for everything from lunch with friends to dinner, drinks and weekend brunch. Its central location means it's within easy reach of the Arndale and the city’s main shopping streets, making it especially handy for turning a day in town into a longer social occasion.
The atmosphere is pleasingly relaxed and perfect for bringing friends together with contemporary interiors designed for casual catch-ups as much as celebrations. It works well for groups who want to begin with food and continue into cocktails without moving elsewhere, whether the plan is an after-work dinner, a birthday meal or a late-night get-together.
The menu mixes familiar favourites with a few more contemporary options. Chicken Milanese comes with rocket salad, roasted pepper mayonnaise and seasoned skin-on fries, while the fish and chips keeps things classic with battered haddock, crushed minted peas and tartare sauce. For something lighter, there is a chicken Caesar salad with little gem, cherry tomatoes, radish, Parmesan and croutons.
The miso salmon is a good option for anyone after something more refined, pairing the fish with sticky jasmine rice, pak choi and a savoury miso sauce. Those in the mood for a burger can choose the crispy miso chicken version, topped with som tam slaw, crunchy noodles and miso mayonnaise, with fries on the side.
Desserts are deliciously indulgent. Sticky toffee rum pudding arrives with ginger ice cream, while the popcorn chocolate brownie is served with vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce. A vegan lemon and blueberry cheesecake with coconut crème and berry coulis offers a fresher finish.
Bottomless brunch is another major draw, available by advance booking. Dishes include the All Bar One brunch with crispy cornbread, avocado, chorizo and poached eggs, maple and bacon French toast, or a peach and raspberry version with coconut flakes and vanilla ice cream.
The drinks list keeps the mood lively, from Sarti and Hugo Spritzes to Pornstar Martinis and Long Island Iced Teas. Cocktail masterclasses add an interactive option for groups, making All Bar One Manchester a flexible choice for dining, drinking and making a full occasion of it.