Mana

Manchester’s first Michelin-starred restaurant in 40 years, delivering a boundary-pushing tasting menu with British ingredients and Nordic precision.

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 7pm - 12am
Thursday: 12pm - 1:30pm, 7pm - 12am
Friday: 12pm - 1:30pm, 7pm - 12am
Saturday: 12pm - 1:30pm, 7pm - 12am
Sunday: Closed

Since opening in 2018, Simon Martin’s Mana has been at the forefront of Manchester’s fine dining revolution, becoming the first restaurant in the city to earn a Michelin star in over four decades. Located in Ancoats, the sleek, modern dining room rejects traditional luxury in favour of clean Nordic aesthetics, an open kitchen, and a meticulous focus on precision cooking.

A former Noma chef, Martin has crafted an uncompromising experience—a single, ever-evolving tasting menu of 12 to 17 courses, showcasing the best of British seasonal produce through a blend of fermentation, fire, and foraging. The kitchen is organised into sections by temperature, ensuring every dish is executed with scientific precision. The ingredients are sourced from small farms, foraged in the wild, or aged to extract maximum flavour, resulting in dishes that push boundaries while remaining deeply rooted in nature.

The wine list offers both classic and unexpected choices, while the service is relaxed yet highly orchestrated, allowing diners to watch the chefs at work just metres away. Unlike some fine dining establishments, Mana embraces Manchester’s casual charm, welcoming guests in everything from tailored suits to sportswear.

Mana’s impact on the city’s dining scene is immeasurable, proving that Manchester is more than ready for world-class gastronomy. For those seeking an exceptional, immersive culinary experience, this is the ultimate destination.