Steak house · Manchester
A Sunday roast here comes as beef, lamb and pork on one plate with bottomless gravy, and it's genuinely enough for two — plenty of families end up splitting portions rather than ordering separately. The chophouse setting is warm and low-lit rather than stark, with a kids' menu and high chairs if you've got little ones in tow. Steaks and chops are the draw, cooked properly, and the sides deserve ordering in their own right — the broccoli and walnut salad gets particular praise. Staff talk you through the menu without hovering, and managers do check-backs. Worth knowing: it gets rammed, especially Sundays and weekend evenings, so book ahead and expect noise rather than a quiet lunch. The team hold it together well when it's full, but this is a busy, buzzy room, not a calm one.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A relaxed mid-priced Manchester restaurant with a kids' menu, high chairs and vegan options, rated 4.7 across 365 reviews.
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