Arman & Arusyak from Armenia are the third restaurateurs to run the restaurant which is said to be the oldest restaurant business in Manchester being formed in 1968. One of Manchester's most beloved restaurants, Armenian Tavern has welcomed guests to enjoy its traditional Armenian food, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service for nearly five decades.
Chef Yianni pelekanos, menu consists of mouth watering dishes with a rustic influence that showcase the restaurant's relationship with its traditional home cooked food. Head chef Pelekanos has been cooking for over 20 years and has previously been cooking within the USA and Canada, his signature dish being with fish.
Chef Yianni pelekanos, menu consists of mouth watering dishes with a rustic influence that showcase the restaurant's relationship with its traditional home cooked food. Head chef Pelekanos has been cooking for over 20 years and has previously been cooking within the USA and Canada, his signature dish being with fish.
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Having had a new re-brand and refurbishment in late 2016 by Cube 8 Studio the restaurant now embraces the Armenian culture to the fullest. Armenian architecture is very symbolic and often includes, symbols, colour, fine detail, symmetry and natural materials such as, carved wooden doors, stone/basalt walls, decorative ceramics and intricate embroidery and fabrics.
Reviews (28)
Aaron Bern
Jan 19, 2022
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Martin Farrow
Jan 13, 2022
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The food here seems like genuine home cooked food - absolutely delicious and prepared with much care.
The staff are an absolute delight, they really care about you having a good time and enjoying your meal. I've been a number of times and each time the experience is the same - definitely worth a visit.
The staff are an absolute delight, they really care about you having a good time and enjoying your meal. I've been a number of times and each time the experience is the same - definitely worth a visit.
E. P.
Jan 07, 2022
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Philip Senczak
Dec 29, 2021
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Gary Dufton
Dec 21, 2021
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Mike Patrij
Dec 09, 2021
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Michael Scott
Dec 03, 2021
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Josie
Nov 18, 2021
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Firstly, it was absolutely incredible food- opted for the mushroom stroganoff and it was delightful. Full of richness and a great umami flavour, without being too heavy, and my partner was also delighted with their dish- the pacsus dolma.
Staff were fantastic, very hospitable and knowledgeable on the menu, and can't fault them, quick service and didn't feel rushed either. Definitely returning soon!
Staff were fantastic, very hospitable and knowledgeable on the menu, and can't fault them, quick service and didn't feel rushed either. Definitely returning soon!
Andy Roberts
Nov 11, 2021
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Mike Tennant
Nov 09, 2021
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Sarah Edmondson
Oct 22, 2021
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Eftychia Tsekoura
Oct 20, 2021
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Veronica J.
Aug 15, 2021
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Fantastic place, the food is beyond delicious. Plenty of veggie options too!
Overall, I really enjoyed the selection of foods - Eastern European and Armenian, and everything I tried there (I have been here a couple of times) was up to the mark. Some of the starters (like Khachapuri) are so filling, you don't need a main dish. Overall, portions are very generous! Can't wait to be back.
Overall, I really enjoyed the selection of foods - Eastern European and Armenian, and everything I tried there (I have been here a couple of times) was up to the mark. Some of the starters (like Khachapuri) are so filling, you don't need a main dish. Overall, portions are very generous! Can't wait to be back.
Ellis
May 23, 2021
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Wow this place is exceptional. Decor inside is homely and love the music, takes you straight back to Armenia. Family owned and everybody is really friendly and hospitable. Huge selection of both armenian and georgian wines which in my opinion are the greatest on earth. Lots of traditional dishes on the menu and everything we had was outstanding. Yerevan Khachapuri is a highlight and the meat starter platter was perfect. Khinkali were also full of flavour. Can't wait to return and try everything else they have to offer.
Emil D.
Dec 06, 2018
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Peggy S.
Jul 13, 2018
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Ellen F.
Apr 12, 2016
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Penny L.
Nov 27, 2014
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I was meant to come here last Valentine's day...but didn't happen :( so I was glad I had the opportunity to come here last night.
Walking through the disappointing Xmas markets I was a bit nippy and hungry...when I saw the sign for this place so l thought why not?
Going downstairs led to a beautifully warm environment, the walls are painted in a beautiful warm red with Armenian motif..the waiter led us to a table adorned with candle light ..
The waitress was really approachable and friendly...who informed us the card machine was not working, luckily I had cash on me for a change.
Walking through the disappointing Xmas markets I was a bit nippy and hungry...when I saw the sign for this place so l thought why not?
Going downstairs led to a beautifully warm environment, the walls are painted in a beautiful warm red with Armenian motif..the waiter led us to a table adorned with candle light ..
The waitress was really approachable and friendly...who informed us the card machine was not working, luckily I had cash on me for a change.
Jonny Q.
Sep 25, 2014
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We came to the Armenian Taverna having heard good things about this hidden gem off Albert Square and I have to say that it was exactly what I was looking for - it really did live up to it's reputation!
Ok so it was a fairly quiet Thursday night and our table of 10 was stuck down in the back but it still had a quaint and cosy feel to it. Put it this way, I reckon I could take my 93 year old grandma out here (she still enjoys a good meal out and a few glasses of wine) and she'd have a great time with all the waiters fussing around her and the warmth and friendliness of the owner. Don&apos
Ok so it was a fairly quiet Thursday night and our table of 10 was stuck down in the back but it still had a quaint and cosy feel to it. Put it this way, I reckon I could take my 93 year old grandma out here (she still enjoys a good meal out and a few glasses of wine) and she'd have a great time with all the waiters fussing around her and the warmth and friendliness of the owner. Don&apos
Emily B.
Sep 16, 2014
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I actually ate at this restaurant on the very first day I moved to Manchester back in November, so it has some fond memories. This was in my pre-Yelp days and I never got round to reviewing it after being converted to the Yelping ways.
So obviously another visit was in order. I was the first to arrive, unfashionably early. The staff were friendly and welcoming, giving me an option of where to wait and offering drinks and such.
I was disappointed that they had ran out of the local beer (which I think they actually said was Ukrainian) so settled for Efes, which was fine, nothing new.
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So obviously another visit was in order. I was the first to arrive, unfashionably early. The staff were friendly and welcoming, giving me an option of where to wait and offering drinks and such.
I was disappointed that they had ran out of the local beer (which I think they actually said was Ukrainian) so settled for Efes, which was fine, nothing new.
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Natalie W.
Sep 14, 2014
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Having just got back from 10 days in Georgia, where the food was incredible, I was excited to sample the cuisine from its neighbour Armenia, which I had read had more of a Middle Eastern influence. That is certainly true with a lot of barbecued meats (kebabs) and starters like baba ghanouj. I wasn't particularly paying attention to what I was eating off the mezze platter, but it was all pretty nice. My main I didn't enjoy so much, I felt like the components (meat, egg, garlic) didn't blend together as deliciously as I imagined, it just all felt a bit heavy. However my appetite might
Rana M.
Sep 12, 2014
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"Excuse me, do you know someone called Barouyr Der Haroutounian?" I wasn't even ashamed to ask the question and the answer was irrelevant. (It was a private joke and I was already texting two of my childhood friends, who both instant replied with glee and customary LOLs)
It'd taken me 20 years to venture into this place having first heard about it from a school friend with the aforementioned name. So discreet is the entrance to this place you'd be forgiven for walking straight past it as I nearly did.
Having planned to attend the Making Waves event at Trof (https:/
It'd taken me 20 years to venture into this place having first heard about it from a school friend with the aforementioned name. So discreet is the entrance to this place you'd be forgiven for walking straight past it as I nearly did.
Having planned to attend the Making Waves event at Trof (https:/
Calvin T.
Sep 11, 2014
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Jessica D.
Mar 07, 2014
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I had read about this place a lot and had wanted to try it so when my friend and I couldn't decide on where to eat one Friday night we decided to try it. Located down in an underground lair and decorated like my grandma's house, the restaurant was practically empty. The staff were friendly although not particularly efficient (the father/son owners spent a lot of time reading the newspaper or eating their dinner while a poor girl ran around doing everything.)
My friend and I ordered the vegetarian mezzeh and a goulash to share and we were overwhelmed by the amount of food we were served
My friend and I ordered the vegetarian mezzeh and a goulash to share and we were overwhelmed by the amount of food we were served
Lucy W.
Feb 26, 2014
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My friends and I visited the Armenian Taverna early on Saturday evening, following the recommendation of a colleague. The restaurant is opposite the town hall and at 6:30 (we were very hungry!) on a Saturday it was packed - always a good sign.
We ordered a mixture of meat and veggie things and it was all yummy. A special mention goes to my friend's Armenian Goulash which according to the carnivores was delicious. My veggie mezze was yummy with traditional Turkish/southern European/Middle Eastern hummus, bureck and aubergine yumminess, there was also some yummy additional lentils.
We ordered a mixture of meat and veggie things and it was all yummy. A special mention goes to my friend's Armenian Goulash which according to the carnivores was delicious. My veggie mezze was yummy with traditional Turkish/southern European/Middle Eastern hummus, bureck and aubergine yumminess, there was also some yummy additional lentils.
Ellen S.
May 11, 2013
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A classic ethnic restaurant. Dine on delectable food from Armenia (similar to Greek, Turkish, or Middle Eastern), surrounded by memorabilia from there and from the business' 45-year history, all with attentive service and reasonable prices. We eat here almost every time we're in Manchester.
Come hungry, because you'll eat a lot! Sample a little bit of everything on the mezze platters. Everything seems to be good, but I suggest you try the Armenian goulash for an entree.
Come hungry, because you'll eat a lot! Sample a little bit of everything on the mezze platters. Everything seems to be good, but I suggest you try the Armenian goulash for an entree.
Angela B.
Oct 28, 2009
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Armenian Taverna is one of those tiny little treasure troves of a restaurant that is barely visible from the street. You really have to be told about this place otherwise you could quite easily pass it by.
Being a neighbouring country to Turkey and Iran, expect a lot of the cuisine to mimic Eastern European dishes such as Baba Ganouge and Ful (with slight differences to the spelling and presentation). The Mezze is great but there's also national favourites such as Armenian Goulash or King Prawns which I highly recommend. I also tried the Cous Cous Bidawi, a taverna specialty using seasonal
Being a neighbouring country to Turkey and Iran, expect a lot of the cuisine to mimic Eastern European dishes such as Baba Ganouge and Ful (with slight differences to the spelling and presentation). The Mezze is great but there's also national favourites such as Armenian Goulash or King Prawns which I highly recommend. I also tried the Cous Cous Bidawi, a taverna specialty using seasonal
Qype User OldHob
Feb 12, 2009
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The Armenian survives for romance because it is interesting and novel.
Also recommended if you want to eat lunch or dinner quietly alone. The lighting is subdued and customers are not on display.
A good place for a social, business lunch, romantic or casual dinner. Very welcoming without complication.
A relaxing Manchester oasis (yes,I did say that) from urban noise.
Wonderful tastes and flavours from the many dishes.
Check the website menu and latest reviews.
We enjoyed a generous range of mezze(h) treats.
You will always need more of the wonderful bread.
With a long history Armenian
Also recommended if you want to eat lunch or dinner quietly alone. The lighting is subdued and customers are not on display.
A good place for a social, business lunch, romantic or casual dinner. Very welcoming without complication.
A relaxing Manchester oasis (yes,I did say that) from urban noise.
Wonderful tastes and flavours from the many dishes.
Check the website menu and latest reviews.
We enjoyed a generous range of mezze(h) treats.
You will always need more of the wonderful bread.
With a long history Armenian
