A modern food lovers paradise at the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, led by accomplished chef Anthony Fielden. TNQ believes in using only the finest seasonal ingredients the British Isles has to offer, to create bold & thought provoking contemporary British cuisine. Served in a relaxed & stylish dining room, loved for its exposed wooden floor & grand windows showcasing the iconic Smithfield Fish Markets.
Every plate achieves that TNQ-defining balance of fresh locally sourced ingredients & seasonal flavours. Be it a business lunch, romantic dinner or relaxed Sunday roast; TNQ with head chef Anthony Fielden has a plate for every occasion. Enjoy our Express Menu with 2 courses for 15.95 & 3 courses for 19.95 between 12 pm & 6.30 pm Monday to Saturday or our award winning roasts every Sunday 12 pm until 7 pm!
Every plate achieves that TNQ-defining balance of fresh locally sourced ingredients & seasonal flavours. Be it a business lunch, romantic dinner or relaxed Sunday roast; TNQ with head chef Anthony Fielden has a plate for every occasion. Enjoy our Express Menu with 2 courses for 15.95 & 3 courses for 19.95 between 12 pm & 6.30 pm Monday to Saturday or our award winning roasts every Sunday 12 pm until 7 pm!
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We proudly serve only the finest ingredients available from the British Isles, with everything prepared daily at TNQ. Our menus change every 3 months to keep our food exciting, fresh & in line with the seasons! If you have any special requirements or questions regarding any of our dishes or suppliers please feel free to get in touch.
Whatever the occasion TNQ is available for exclusive hire for all occasions including birthday's, business functions, corporate & branded events, weddings and everything in-between! TNQ presents a fantastic venue for your wedding day set on a cobbled street opposite the Grade 1 Listed Smithfield Fish Market.
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Patricia Millatt
Jan 26, 2022
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Rick Jagger
Jan 25, 2022
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Keiron Riley KeironRiley
Jan 04, 2022
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Louise Parry
Dec 30, 2021
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Jonathon Mcluskie
Dec 09, 2021
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Went on Friday and had a great meal with my partner. The Venison Carpaccio was wonderful and the thick cut pork main was top notch. The service was good although the waitress forgot a few things and had to come back to double check as well as some things not being in to make certain cocktails. But hey that stuff happens and didn't take away from a great dining experience
Phil Wright
Dec 04, 2021
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Elaine Lambert
Dec 03, 2021
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Tina Simpson
Nov 30, 2021
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We decided to try this restaurant based on the reviews and photos and we were not disappointed.
We had the mushroom dish and the mussels to start, followed by the lamb dish and veg gnocchi for mains. The gnocchi is quite filling, so be aware if you don't have the biggest appetite.
Somehow we managed a pudding too; chocolate terrine, which was heavenly and a sticky toffee pudding. The latter is something I wouldn't normally choose, but having tried some of my partner's serving I may just have it on our next visit. If you are a custard fan then just be aware that it isn't on offer with the puddings
We had the mushroom dish and the mussels to start, followed by the lamb dish and veg gnocchi for mains. The gnocchi is quite filling, so be aware if you don't have the biggest appetite.
Somehow we managed a pudding too; chocolate terrine, which was heavenly and a sticky toffee pudding. The latter is something I wouldn't normally choose, but having tried some of my partner's serving I may just have it on our next visit. If you are a custard fan then just be aware that it isn't on offer with the puddings
Daphne Michailidou
Nov 10, 2021
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Jaime Mozo Dutton
Oct 30, 2021
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We had the Monday special which was £35 for three courses with free wine. With tip and additional cheese course we paid about £90 for two which certainly isn’t nothing for a Monday night and yet all night we had the feeling of being treated like the cheap seats… for example when asked what drinks we wanted we were asked Red, White or Rose, no mention of the type or region or name of any of the wines, just red, white or rose. It felt like since we had gone for the offer with the free wine they felt we wouldn’t care less and were there to just neck it down. I mean the waiter was pleasant
Kathryn Creech
Aug 20, 2021
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Rosaleen Sawdon
Aug 08, 2021
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James West
Jul 01, 2021
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The streets were very busy on Saturday and we were trying to get food with two dogs in tow. After a very poor experience in a more central place in town, TNQ was great. Food from the express menu was very good and service was exceptional. The only thing that stops it being 5 stars was limited availability and the price of drinks, particularly beer. £5 for a 330ml bottle of what was a decent local beer was too much.
Merve Simsek
Nov 25, 2020
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We visited TNQ during eat-out-help-out and positively surprised with the fact at the end that they were doing more discount than the rest applying the scheme, which was exactly the half of what you eat(not only limited with £10 each). Nowadays they are still following that guideline. So, if you wanna have delish food with a discount, it seems like the time.
About the food, I liked that they run a fusion kitchen. Especially fancied Middle Eastern and Asian dishes with a modern twist.
About the food, I liked that they run a fusion kitchen. Especially fancied Middle Eastern and Asian dishes with a modern twist.
Marina S.
Jun 16, 2019
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Ok my review is solely on the food. The location was nice and the staff was also very nice. The food however was absolutely horrible. I ordered the bass. Which came on a bed of chorizo, mashed potatoes and green beans. All of which lacked flavor. It was simply just a mesh of things put together without any flavors...too complicated of a dish and bland. And the fish was bland..not only did it not have taste but the skin was soggy. I'm sorry but if it were done right the skin should've been nice and crispy and full of flavor. There was no star in that dish...just a bunch of halfly put together
Josh O.
Jul 03, 2016
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I had my heart set on a Sunday roast, unusually, and thought it an opportune moment to try out TNQ. First impressions: the place is quite small, though on pleasant days their outdoor seating across the street might appeal. The huge windows make for a bright dining room, though the echo from the high ceiling and bare walls can make it quite loud even if it's quiet.
I started with salt and pepper squid on rice noodles, with a peanut, lime and chilli dressing. It was light, fresh, and piquant, with good flavours to match meaty chunks of squid.
For the main, I got the roast beef I was after
I started with salt and pepper squid on rice noodles, with a peanut, lime and chilli dressing. It was light, fresh, and piquant, with good flavours to match meaty chunks of squid.
For the main, I got the roast beef I was after
Emily B.
Jun 07, 2016
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I really enjoyed everything about my meal at TNQ. Food, wine, service and company were all excellent. We ate from the Thirsty Thursday set menu offering three courses and unlimited wine for just under £30. As set menus go this was brilliant value and pleasingly the main courses came with veg and carbs - quite often these need ordering separately which ramps up the price.
Less of my miserly chat and onto the food. I went for asparagus with ham croquettes and hollandaise; sea bass with Jersey Royal galette; and creme brulee. I enjoyed all aspects of this meal and wouldn't really fault or
Less of my miserly chat and onto the food. I went for asparagus with ham croquettes and hollandaise; sea bass with Jersey Royal galette; and creme brulee. I enjoyed all aspects of this meal and wouldn't really fault or
Katie H.
Jun 06, 2016
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The Northern Quarter has been here at least since I moved to the NQ. I'm pretty sure I ate here before I moved to the NQ. What I'm trying to say is, that this is a bit of an institution. I'm pretty sure the seating over the other side of the street is relatively recent, maybe in the last 5 years or so, they definitely didn't have that the first time I came.
I wouldn't say I'm a regular, but I should be considering how close it is to home and how nice the food is. It's a really safe deal - the food is always going to be nice and it's always going to be
I wouldn't say I'm a regular, but I should be considering how close it is to home and how nice the food is. It's a really safe deal - the food is always going to be nice and it's always going to be
Elsa L.
May 04, 2016
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This review is based on my visit in Autumn 2015.
I've been interested in this place for a while due to their seasonal menus and rich foods including game and uncommon vegetables. I went there for early dinner accompanied by my friend.
The inside has a rustic charm with it's soft lighting, olive green walls and wooden furniture. The windows are large giving an airy feel during the day but the atmosphere really picks up late in the evening as the restaurant fills up. Each menu had a varied selection so there is bound to be something for everyone. It was quite hard to pick something as
I've been interested in this place for a while due to their seasonal menus and rich foods including game and uncommon vegetables. I went there for early dinner accompanied by my friend.
The inside has a rustic charm with it's soft lighting, olive green walls and wooden furniture. The windows are large giving an airy feel during the day but the atmosphere really picks up late in the evening as the restaurant fills up. Each menu had a varied selection so there is bound to be something for everyone. It was quite hard to pick something as
Stuart F.
Mar 30, 2016
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Had a great meal in TNQ with my bro Joe and we both agreed it was excellent and I nearly went back to have the exact same thing again the following night on my own, kind of in secret. But decided against in the end.
We both had Spinach and Watercress soup, which rocked, and then I had chicken which also rocked.
We both had Spinach and Watercress soup, which rocked, and then I had chicken which also rocked.
Charlotte E.
Jan 10, 2016
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I really want to like TNQ, however I don't get a good vibe from the layout of the restaurant.
To start there is no host stand at the front, so if there is nobody around to meet you, you have to walk across the restaurant to get somebodies attention...or hover in the doorway and feel like everybody is staring at you like a scene from the league of gentlemen haha
We were pretty hungry so ordered some olives (thumbs up!) and then dove straight in to mains.
I went for the hake with mussels, spinach. It was a delicious big piece of fish, however the sauce was extremely salty (and I like my
To start there is no host stand at the front, so if there is nobody around to meet you, you have to walk across the restaurant to get somebodies attention...or hover in the doorway and feel like everybody is staring at you like a scene from the league of gentlemen haha
We were pretty hungry so ordered some olives (thumbs up!) and then dove straight in to mains.
I went for the hake with mussels, spinach. It was a delicious big piece of fish, however the sauce was extremely salty (and I like my
Laura F.
Jan 05, 2016
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One of the best lunches I've had in Manchester.
If you're looking for a NICE place to go for lunch then TNQ is it.! Every dish we ordered was exceptional in taste and in presentation.
The soup was creamy and light and the salt and pepper squid was cooked to perfection.
For mains, the TNQ pot pie that I ordered was one of the best pies I've had in a while and the chunky cut chips only added to the dish when I dipped them in my leftover chicken and mushroom inside of the pie.
Neil's risotto was also cooked spot on.!
Their lunch (express) menu is available Monday - Saturday
If you're looking for a NICE place to go for lunch then TNQ is it.! Every dish we ordered was exceptional in taste and in presentation.
The soup was creamy and light and the salt and pepper squid was cooked to perfection.
For mains, the TNQ pot pie that I ordered was one of the best pies I've had in a while and the chunky cut chips only added to the dish when I dipped them in my leftover chicken and mushroom inside of the pie.
Neil's risotto was also cooked spot on.!
Their lunch (express) menu is available Monday - Saturday
Marjorie L.
Nov 23, 2015
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I am always trying to find a great Sunday roast in Manchester, and found this place when I was wandering around Northern Quarter one day. It was pretty busy so I made a reservation for that Sunday... Normally the roast portions are quite big so we only did the 2 courses for £13.95 or if you are really hungry there are 3 courses available for £16.95...
My reservation was a bit late and it was a busy day, so they had sold out the lamb! GUTTED.
That is usually my first choice. i had a beef and my friend had duck. Both are really good, quality of the meat are nice, the Yorkshire Puddings are baked
My reservation was a bit late and it was a busy day, so they had sold out the lamb! GUTTED.
That is usually my first choice. i had a beef and my friend had duck. Both are really good, quality of the meat are nice, the Yorkshire Puddings are baked
John L.
May 23, 2014
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I really owe this place a review, so here it is.
This is the quintessial neighbourhood restaurant. It doesn't get much attention, it's not fashionable or glitzy. It just serves very good food and drink at a reasonable price.
A few years ago they seemed to have a bit of a wobble, but my more recent visits have been very good. As a local kind of place it's not necessarily somewhere you'd plan an entire weekend around, or somewhere for the "shock of the new", but if you want a decent tasty meal, this is really a great choice, and easily the best modern British place
This is the quintessial neighbourhood restaurant. It doesn't get much attention, it's not fashionable or glitzy. It just serves very good food and drink at a reasonable price.
A few years ago they seemed to have a bit of a wobble, but my more recent visits have been very good. As a local kind of place it's not necessarily somewhere you'd plan an entire weekend around, or somewhere for the "shock of the new", but if you want a decent tasty meal, this is really a great choice, and easily the best modern British place
Gareth P.
Apr 23, 2014
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For British classics cooked with twist, The Northern Quarter Restaurant ticks all the boxes.
It might have been cold and damp outside when we visited for lunch recently, but we were met with a warm and friendly welcome.
I chose the burger and fries, cooked just to my liking with a tasty homemade tomato relish and Cheddar, while my dining companion, the wife, tucked into fish, chips and Manchester caviar, i.e mushy peas.
We washed it all down with a glass of Prosecco each ( hey we're not Champagne Charlies, it was included in the deal) and was a great way to spend a Tuesday afternoon when you
It might have been cold and damp outside when we visited for lunch recently, but we were met with a warm and friendly welcome.
I chose the burger and fries, cooked just to my liking with a tasty homemade tomato relish and Cheddar, while my dining companion, the wife, tucked into fish, chips and Manchester caviar, i.e mushy peas.
We washed it all down with a glass of Prosecco each ( hey we're not Champagne Charlies, it was included in the deal) and was a great way to spend a Tuesday afternoon when you
Lucy H.
Apr 07, 2010
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A bit of early bank holiday celebrations around the thrust of the Northern Quarter, a few hours into the relax came the onset of hunger and the pondering of where to go to fill the hole and fuel us up for a lengthier outing. With the desire of more than just the usual bar food mix, the question of where for real cuisine, around the vicinity, became quite a struggle. With pizza being off the cards, there only was two other suggestions and The Northern Quarter restaurant became the recommendation of choice.
Tucked away and easily missed, this establishment is a little gem for the date to impress
Tucked away and easily missed, this establishment is a little gem for the date to impress
Sarah-Anne M.
Dec 12, 2009
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So for a little while I'd wanted to go here but never really found the occasion. However, the other night I had planned to go to Grill on The Alley with a couple of the girls when I realised none of us had booked. It being a Saturday close to Christmas, the place was of course completely full.
We tried Modern as I was going out with some proper food snobs and I wanted to make sure we were going to somewhere good. However, having just won 'Best Restaurant' at the Food and Drink awards, it was also full.
So TNQ was a bit of an after thought really. They had tables, we needed one
We tried Modern as I was going out with some proper food snobs and I wanted to make sure we were going to somewhere good. However, having just won 'Best Restaurant' at the Food and Drink awards, it was also full.
So TNQ was a bit of an after thought really. They had tables, we needed one
