Tucked away on Oxford Street, Pizza Express sits right in the heart of Manchester's vibrant Chinatown – Europe's second-largest Chinese quarter. Just around the corner from Oxford Road train station, this lively pizzeria makes the perfect pitstop whether you're exploring the colourful streets adorned with red lanterns or heading to one of the area's stellar cultural attractions.
Location-wise, you couldn't ask for better. The restaurant is brilliantly positioned for theatre-goers, with the Palace Theatre, Manchester Central Convention Complex and Bridgewater Hall all within easy reach. Culture vultures will appreciate being just a short stroll from the Museum of Science and Industry, whilst the buzz of Portland Street and the city's Gay Village are practically on your doorstep.
Inside, the restaurant is packed with pizzazz and delivers exactly what Pizza Express does best – authentic Italian dining with a contemporary twist. The menu champions their thin and crispy Romana pizzas alongside crowd-pleasing classics, all made with perfectly sourced, fresh ingredients. Start with their legendary Dough Balls – whether you fancy them tossed in famous garlic butter, drizzled with hot honey and chilli, or loaded with crispy pancetta and pineapple. Pizza-wise, you're spoilt for choice, from the fiery American Hottest to the indulgent Triple Chilli Cheese. There's an excellent selection of vegan options too, ensuring everyone's catered for.
The restaurant gets particularly busy during evenings, and it's easy to see why – the combination of great food, friendly service, and that unbeatable location makes it ideal for everything from a quick bite before a show to a proper sit-down meal with friends. With Chinatown's dynamic energy right outside and authentic Italian flavours inside, this Pizza Express captures the best of Manchester's multicultural dining scene.