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What's On in Manchester This Week
New restaurants, best movies, and must-see events in Manchester this week.
New Openings
Restaurants and bars worth knowing about
- Fairmont Cheshire — The iconic country estate formerly known as The Mere has undergone a massive £90m transformation to become the luxury Fairmont Cheshire. This major redevelopment positions the venue as a high-end destination for dining and hospitality in the region. 5 stars, corporate office.
- Taylors Fish and Chips — Located in Woodley, this chippy has been officially recognized as one of the best in England. It is a standout destination for high-quality traditional fish and chips in the Greater Manchester area. 4.6 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, fast food restaurant.
- Carrs Pasties — A staple of the Bolton food scene, this bakery is widely considered one of the best places in the area for a traditional pasty. It is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience authentic local pastry culture. 4.7 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, bakery.
- Ambala — A long-standing Manchester institution that continues to draw queues after 18 years. It is famous for its unique traditional sweets and snacks like gulab jamun and pista barfi. 4.1 stars, confectionery.
- The Flying Horse — This cosy Irish pub in Sale has gained a local reputation for its welcoming atmosphere and lack of distractions like TVs. It offers a traditional pub experience that stands out for its simplicity and community focus. 4.2 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, pub.
- Great British Doner — Great British Doner is celebrating World Kebab Day with a special one-day-only promotion offering free food to customers. It is a notable local spot for those looking to participate in the kebab-themed festivities. 4.9 stars, fast food restaurant.
- SpudBros — The viral jacket potato specialists are expanding with a new location at the Trafford Centre. They are expected to draw significant crowds when they open in time for the summer holidays. 3.6 stars, point of interest.
- Dadar — Dadar is a new Indian restaurant in Manchester inspired by the vibrant street food and culinary traditions of Mumbai. It offers a unique take on Indian dining, focusing on authentic flavours and street-style dishes. 4.9 stars, indian restaurant.
Don't Miss
Events happening soon
- The Nest — A new private rooftop lounge bar located on the uppermost floors of the Treehouse Hotel Manchester. 4 Dec, O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester.
- The Portico Library — The Portico Library is hosting an 'Inspiration' event in partnership with the Royal Literary Fund on 15 July. The evening features a panel of local authors discussing their craft and publishing experiences, followed by a Q&A session.
- Salford Cathedral — Salford Cathedral is reopening its doors to the public on 4 July following an extensive £20 million restoration project. The site promises a revitalized experience for visitors interested in local heritage and architecture.
- Reflections: Sangat and the Self — An exhibition exploring 500 years of Sikh wisdom and its application to individual and collective healing.
- Goat — The mysterious Swedish psych collective Goat have announced a UK tour for 2027, including a headline show at Manchester's O2 Victoria Warehouse. The band is known for their masked, anonymous performances and unique blend of psych-rock. 16 Oct, Albert Hall.
- Zouk Tea Bar & Grill — Zouk is celebrating the 2026 graduation season with special set menus, complimentary welcome drinks for graduates, and a photogenic flower-filled terrace. The restaurant offers a stylish setting for celebratory banquets featuring Indian and Pakistani fusion cuisine.
- Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos — An immersive family-friendly exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum exploring space, the solar system, and the wonders of the universe.
- 53two — Manchester's award-winning arts charity is celebrating its 10th birthday with a month of fundraising events. Highlights include a star-studded Birthday Dinner Dance on August 1st featuring poet Tony Walsh and comedian Toby Hadoke.
- Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos — An interactive, family-friendly exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum that explores space through the lens of the popular BBC series. Visitors can engage with hands-on experiments, see rare space artifacts, and learn about the realities of life as an astronaut.
- Science and Industry Museum — The Science and Industry Museum is hosting a space-themed summer programme featuring interactive exhibits, live shows, and a special solar eclipse event on 12 August. Families can explore the 'Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos' exhibition and enjoy free activities like Rocket Wednesdays.
- BGL — A new NYC-inspired bagel shop in Altrincham offering deli-style fillings, including gluten-free and vegan options.
- BGL — A new NYC-inspired bagel shop in Altrincham offering deli-style fillings, including gluten-free and vegan options.
- The Spooky Men's Chorale — The legendary Australian men's singing group return to Manchester with more humour, classic tunes and unexpected covers from across 25 years of tourin
- Lo-Key: Live Jazz in the Loft — Lo-Key Live Jazz returns for a second edition; featuring a new guest instrument and player each month in the intimate setting of Wallop DIdsbury loft
- Spies, Lies and Deception — A blockbuster exhibition at IWM North delving into the secret world of espionage and intelligence history.
- Firehouse x World Cup (England V Argentina) — Join us at Firehouse this Wednesday for the World Cup Semi finals (England v Argentina)
- Kilnhouse Records Presents Portobello Lane + Support — Kilnhouse Records presents Portobello Lane; a guitar driven band from South Yorkshire. Support comes from locals The Silent Echoes and Limit Switch
- Bushman — Torchbearer of conscious reggae 16 Jul, Band On The Wall..
- Fields Of Gold Summer Festival 2026 — Fields Of Gold Summer Festival 2026 is a two-day music festival taking place in Ashton-Under-Lyne, Manchester.
- Shed Without A Roof — A Shed Without A Roof brings you... Clive P.S.M. & Earwig A mixture of hard hitting bands that will help blow the roof off of anyone's shed
- RAMONA x World Cup (England v Argentina) — Join us on Wednesday to watch the Semi Final World cup match
- Skof — Chef Tom Barnes' Michelin-starred restaurant offers a relaxed yet precise Modern British tasting menu in a beautifully converted textile warehouse. 16 Oct, Manchester Academy 3.
- StoryFest — Oldham Library is hosting a free, family-friendly festival featuring author talks, illustration workshops, and interactive sessions. The event includes appearances from acclaimed children's authors and poets, and marks the launch of the 'Read to the Beat' Summer Reading Challenge.
Worth Watching
What to watch this week
- Nirvanna the Band the Movie — Comedian-filmmakers Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol bring their anarchic style to the big screen in this new mockumentary. The film is noted for its guerrilla filmmaking techniques and playful references to 80s cinema. 7.6/10, 100 min.
- The Death of Robin Hood — Grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a chance at salvation. 10/10, 123 min.
- The Odyssey — Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point. 5.75/10, 172 min.
- Moana — Disney's live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit brings the story of the wayfinder to life with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui. It is a highly anticipated family film for the summer season. 7.001/10, 100 min.
- Bitter Christmas — In 2025 Spain, a celebrated film director struggles to write the screenplay for an autofictional film set in 2004 Spain about an unsuccessful movie director turned director of commercials who suffers a panic attack that forces her to take a break by visiting the Canary Islands, where she begins work on a new film. 6.5/10, 112 min.
- Chickenhare and the Secret of the Groundhog — Chickenhare embarks on an epic quest, a mysterious groundhog with the power to reverse time and save his species. His adventure takes a dangerous turn when his group discover they are not the only ones searching for this ancient power. 7.4/10, 88 min.
- The Pout-Pout Fish — Living on a rundown shipwreck, Mr. Fish one day discovers a hyperactive young sea dragon Pip – who had mistaken his home for a junkyard – pilfering his belongings. The heated argument that ensues leaves both their houses in ruin. But there is hope! Embarking on a seemingly impossible quest in search of the mythical 'Shimmer' to grant them a wish, there’s only one problem: someone else is on the hunt... 5.5/10, 91 min.
- One Night Only — Two love-starved strangers crash into each other on the one night of the year when single people are allowed to have sex. 6/10, 90 min.
- Aarya — Aarya is a happy-go-lucky young man who goes to college. When he falls in love with Geetha at first sight, he proposes to her - in front of her boyfriend Ajay, who recently also proposed to her. She bluntly refuses, but ... 6.5/10, 151 min.
- Colony — Professor Se-jeong is thrust into a bloody nightmare when a rapidly mutating virus is released during a biotech conference causing authorities to seal the facility. Trapped inside with no escape, Se-jeong along with a small group of survivors must fight to stay alive while the infected undergo horrific transformations. 6.966/10, 123 min.
- Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion — SEELE orders an all-out attack on NERV, aiming to destroy the Evas before Gendo can advance his own plans for the Human Instrumentality Project. Shinji is pushed to the limits of his sanity as he is forced to decide the fate of humanity. 8.3/10, 87 min.
- Ice Cream Man — An idyllic summer town descends into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results. 5.452/10, 84 min.
- David — From the songs of his mother’s heart to the whispers of a faithful God, David’s story begins in quiet devotion. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward. Pursued by power and driven by purpose, his journey tests the limits of loyalty, love, and courage—culminating in a battle not just for a crown, but for the soul of a kingdom. 8/10, 109 min.
- Pressure — In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice—launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether. 5.595/10, 91 min.
- Leviticus — Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most — each other. 5/10, 1 min.
- Taxi Driver — Martin Scorsese's iconic masterpiece returns to cinemas for its 50th anniversary. It remains a powerful and essential exploration of urban isolation and psychological crisis. 8.124/10, 114 min.
- Enola Holmes 3 — The third installment of the Enola Holmes series sees the young detective stepping out of her brother Sherlock's shadow to tackle systemic inequality and a new mystery involving the British crown. Now streaming on Netflix, the film highlights Enola's unique approach to detective work driven by empathy and social awareness. 7.152/10, 109 min.
- Evil Dead Burn — This latest entry in the horror franchise is a grim, nihilistic take on the series that abandons the humor of previous installments. Critics find it to be a grueling and unpleasant experience that lacks the creative spark of its predecessors. 7.043/10, 110 min.
- The Last One for the Road — This Italian road movie by director Francesco Sossai offers a textured, leisurely look at daily life and desolate landscapes. It is noted for its Beckettian tone and avoidance of grand cinematic epiphanies. 7.5/10, 98 min.
- Evil Dead Burn — The latest installment in the iconic horror franchise, directed by Sébastien Vaniček. It blends family dysfunction with intense supernatural horror in a secluded setting. 7.043/10, 110 min.
- Desperate Living — This dark comedy by John Waters is being released in 4K by the Criterion Collection. It is noted for its gritty, transgressive style and remains a significant piece of Waters' filmography. 6.4/10, 91 min.
- The Invite — As Olivia Wilde’s latest film hits cinemas, this feature explores the enduring appeal of the dinner-party movie genre. It highlights the tension and drama inherent in films that focus on heated rivalries and toxic revelations. 8/10, 107 min.
- The Girls — A significant 1978 coming-of-age drama by Sumitra Peries that is returning to screens in a new restoration. It serves as a key entry point into the under-recognised cinema of Sri Lanka. 6.537/10, 115 min.
- Scary Movie — Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer, the Core Four are back in the killer's crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe. 5.818/10, 96 min.
- Supergirl — When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice. 5.6/10, 108 min.
- Masters of the Universe — After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia, where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. 141 min.
- The Furious — After a criminal network kidnaps Wang Wei's daughter and the corrupt police refuse to assist him, Wei sets out on his own to locate her. Navin, a tenacious journalist whose wife has mysteriously vanished, is his only ally. In this explosive martial arts showdown, the unlikely duo fights the kidnappers ruthlessly driven by a furious vengeance. 113 min.
- Toy Story 5 — When Bonnie receives a Lilypad tablet as a gift and becomes obsessed, Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs become exponentially harder when they have to go head to head with the all-new threat to playtime. 7/10, 102 min.
- Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway — When a string of deadly highway incidents begin, Conan Edogawa's investigations point towards an orchestrated plot rather than mere accidents. As he uncovers a conspiracy involving hidden identities and advanced technology, the case escalates into a high-speed race against time to stop a calculating mastermind before more lives are lost. 8.6/10, 109 min.
- Big Trouble in Little China — Initially a box office bomb, this John Carpenter film has evolved into a beloved cult classic. It is praised for its subversion of genre tropes and its unique blend of martial arts, comedy, and fantasy. 7.213/10, 100 min.
- Peddi — In 1980s rural Andhra Pradesh, a spirited villager unites his community through sports to defend their pride against a powerful rivals. 8/10, 192 min.
- Mollywood Times — Vineeth Madhavan tries hard to become Malayalam cinema's greatest horror filmmaker, but will the toxic industry affect his dream? 6.1/10, 167 min.
- My Father's Island — A Norwegian survival drama directed by Vladimir de Fontenay, adapted from David Vann's semi-autobiographical stories. It offers a poignant and intense cinematic experience. 4.5/10, 115 min.
- The Odyssey — Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated, star-studded epic adaptation of Homer's foundational saga. Featuring an ensemble cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Zendaya, it is widely considered the must-see cinematic event of the summer. 5.75/10, 172 min.
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