Lina Stores

Lina Stores has long been synonymous with exceptional Italian food, a legacy that began in 1944 in London’s Soho. Now firmly part of Manchester’s dining landscape, the restaurant and delicatessen continues to celebrate the very best of Italy’s culinary traditions with a unique blend of old-school charm and contemporary flair.

At its core, Lina Stores is all about fresh, handmade pasta and carefully sourced regional ingredients. Expect beautifully crafted dishes like pappardelle with lamb sausage ragù, or the signature 30-egg yolk tagliolini with truffle and parmigiano, alongside seasonal secondi and indulgent dolci. Lighter daytime plates range from salads and antipasti to stuffed panini and rich, flaky pastries filled with pistachio, ricotta or chocolate. Everything is made with authenticity in mind, using ingredients imported from trusted producers across Italy.

The venue also houses a delicatessen fully stocked with pasta, oils, vinegars, biscotti and more—ideal for those looking to bring a little piece of Italy home. It’s also the go-to for breakfast coffee and pastries, a quick lunch on the go, or sweet pick-me-ups like bomboloni and orange polenta cake.

Evenings are made for settling into Bar Lina, the on-site aperitivo lounge with a carefully curated cocktail list full of Italian classics and reimagined signatures. Think Bloody Martini with Sicilian tomato, or the bright and herbaceous Basilico made with gin and Rinomato Bianco.