Best Gambas Al Ajillo in Manchester

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The Wishing Well
94/100 (412 ratings)
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Lava Cake
Guinness Draught
Sunday Roast Sirloin of Beef
Gambas Al Ajillo
Fish and Chips
Chicken Breast with Gnocchi
prosecco
Chicken and Waffles
Steak and ale pie
Sunday Roast Lamb Roulade
Beef burger
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Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
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El Rincon De Rafa
El Rincon De Rafa
92/100 (5732 ratings)
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Mediterranean
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Tortilla española
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Calamares
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Croquettes
Prawns
Bruschetta
Tapas
Lamb
Hake
Ribs
Lamb chops
Fish
Prawns
Croquetas
Gambas al ajillo
Chorizo
Albóndigas
Tortillas
Jamon Serrano
Bruschetta
Sangria
Omelette
Chorizo Al Vino
Pulpo a la gallega
Chicken Skewers
Oxtail
Pan Catala
Salad
Beer
Meatballs
Gambas Al Ajillo
Chili
Paellas
Octopus
Patatas Bravas
Crab
Hake
Croquetas
Calamari
Sit down
Mediterranean
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Accepts Credit Cards
Television
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"What an amazing place. You feel like you are sitting in a restaurant in the middle of Spain. The food is some of the best we have ever tasted and..."
Paul Jones
"I’ve been here a few times now and enjoyed every single meal. The venue it’s self is so traditional Spanish and the staff very good. I must admit..."
Andy Kenyon
"Nestled away in a side street and down some steps, fantastic place, food is plentiful and really tasty. I really like it here, food is great, wine is..."
Kerri Davies
"Definitely best tapas in Northern Europe. I’ve been there every three of my last visits to Manchester bringing a new group of international..."
Henrik Holmskov
"Went in last night after going to El Gato Negro first. What a difference! This place "felt" authentically Spanish and we loved it. I'm learning..."
Scott Dixon
"I don't normally write reviews but this place deserved it. Stepped inside the building and transported to Spain. Food fabulous. Enjoyed every dish...."
Duncan Clark
"My favourite tapas in Manchester , a hidden authentic gem 😊 Enjoyed a late leisurely lunch and price reasonable . Fantastic Calamari and Bravas..."
Wendy Hoban
"We had lunch today and it was delicious! The pork in honey was absolutely to die for!! The last time I visited was 17 yrs ago ... I will not be..."
Joanna Watson
"I've got to say this is the best tapas I've ever had short review but to the point..."
Julie Ann Strafford
"Real Spanish food, with beautiful decorated dinning room and music to set the tone.. reasonably priced wines and delicious..."
Iky Mehasi
"NY meal again - we goto El Rincon every year on NYE - staff attentive, food excellent and atmosphere fantastic. Truly authentic..."
Stuart Carswell
"Best food in Manchester. Best tapas outside Spain. Been to loads of tapas placew in the UK and non stand up to this place. Been many many times and..."
Simon Ewing
"Love this place, a real favourite. Rafa and his family were in enjoying a meal, it really is authentic Spanish, not like a chain restaurant. Keep up..."
Mark Chetham
"Love this place. Food is excellent service is spot on. Want a night in Spain come to El Rincon Manchester...."
Lynn Johnson-Roberts
"A little hidden typical Spanish restaurant, gorgeous food and excellent service. Can't wait to go..."
Joanne Hassall
"I try to visit here once every couple of months being one of my favourite places to eat around the city, with the food being hearty and the..."
Gastroadventures
"Food and service just excellent. A real authentic taste of Spain. Relaxed atmosphere and very friendly helpful staff. Well worth a..."
Steve Hawkley
"This is a great place, we were 26 people and yes we did book and pre order the food in advance but nevertheless that’s a lot of people to serve...."
Priya Arora
"Fantastic place hidden behind Deansgate. Football shirts and scarves displayed on the walls. But the real treat is the food. Exquisite tapas and nice..."
Tarun Khandelwal
"Ordered the octopus, king prawns with chilli, chorizo in red wine sauce, fried potatoes in tomato sauce, chick peas and the Spanish omelette...."
Fly
"Really nice..."
Alex Desteve
"As Authentic as it can get !!!. If you manage to find it you have to congratulate yourself!!! In the end you will say it was well worth the..."
PavRo
"A real taste of Spain, right in the heart of Manchester. El Rincon is as authentic as it gets, just make sure you get there early on..."
Cap'n Bullseye
"The food at El Rincon was brilliant, but the place needs to slow down. The staff were rushing around like a flustered Benny Hill sketch. Great food..."
Victoria “Mrs” Petticoat
"Go again? Maybe with a group of friends who just wanted a lot of reasonably priced food, but I'll go elsewhere to get my culinary..."
North West Nosh
"We have visited El rincon a couple times and never been disappointed . The food is very authentic , good value and service excellent , I look forward..."
Dean Speight
"Joy! I love tapas and this is as near as you can get to Spain with getting on a plane. Forget your chain tapas restaurants this is the real deal...."
Le Clap
"What a gem. Great service. One woman looking after an entire room was fantastic to see. If they were British, they would need at 4 people to do that..."
Bruno F
"Nice Spanish place, the sangria and shrimps were incredible. For a Sevillian guy it was weird to see British people ordering cruzcampo, the food was..."
Carlos javier
"Absolutely delicious. Hidden from the sight of the main road, this restaurant is an absolute gem. Huge portions for tapas and incredibly tasty...."
Holly Sedgwick
"Great Spanish food with a cheap price. One of the old man at the reception looks not happy when we told him we don’t have any reservation.-It was..."
Tanda Qi
"A slice of southern Spain slap bang in Manchester City centre. Second time I’ve dined here and the food did not disappoint. Langoustines, gambas..."
Sarah Jenkinson
"Looking for some nice food in Manchester on an early Saturday evening and this came up as recommended top of the list, off the main..."
Martin Connell
"The place is not big, if you don't have a reservation, it's better not to take risks, the paella is not very delicious, but it must not be..."
manyi Jiang
"Lovely little hide away Tapas Restaurant 💜 Family Mother's Day meal. Thoroughly enjoyed the Atmosphere, Staff and Owners were Friendly, Helpful..."
Lesley Corr
"Ordered the pulpo a la gallega (octopus) and paellas. Tasted really good 👍🏻👍🏻really enjoy..."
M&A
"Beautiful authentic Spanish restaurant with a proud Mancunian presence tucked away down a quiet back street. The food was amazing & the staff were..."
Gavin M
"incredible experience! place is a little hard to find but you feel like you’re in spain…the atmosphere and food are extremely authentic vibes are..."
lau
"A good choice. Once you enter the premisses, you realize you're in a traditional homey Spanish restaurant. The food is homemade, and all you ask for..."
Hugo Domingues
"An amazing paella in a such cozy place. Definitely, you should try the olives, nothing like in the supermarket and the fresh calamari. About the..."
Geanina Taralunga
"Lovely food and very reasonably priced. Very quick, efficient service. Friendly..."
Damian J
"A must try in Manchester city center for Authentic Spanish tapas. The atmosphere at El Rincon de Rafa feels like you have been transported to Spain,..."
Chris Davila
"Amazing little place hidden in deansgate. Saw a few reviews that said it was good and wanted to check it out, so glad we did! It really is a hidden..."
alex meldrum
"A real hidden gem. Great service very friendly. Great prices and authentic food. We have gallician style octopus in he canary Islands and have never..."
Emma C
Nueve Tapas Bar
Nueve Tapas Bar
89/100 (3114 ratings)
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Spanish
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Green Beans
Gambas al ajillo
Tapas
Chicken and Chorizo Paella
Padron Peppers
Cod
Fish Board
Paella de carne
Ribs
Churros with Nutella Chocolate Sauce
Sangria
Prawns
Gambas Al Ajillo
Caipirinha
Patatas Bravas
Sunday lunch
Padron Peppers
Wine
Meatballs
Paella de Carne
Beer
Octopus
Cake
pork ribs
Paella
Chorizo
Calamares fritos
Seafood Paella
Peri peri chicken
Patatas Bravas
Salad
Croquettes
Calamari
Lamb
Calamares
Fish
Pork
Gambas Pil Pil
Spanish
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Table Service
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Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
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Live Music
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Mid-range
"Went to Nueve Restaurant on the 25th June and received an excellent service.The food is delicious( loved the fried calamari), great music and great..."
Karroll Gld
"Not really a massive Tapas fan, but I am now. Really impessed with the food, every course was spot on & the lamb stew I could have ate it 3 or 4..."
Paul Stevenson
"On all 3 occasions I've dined here, I've had both amazing service and food. Recommendations from the staff on what and how much to order are spot on...."
Esmé Hickey
"Came here last night, food is the best tapas around Manchester! And the service is definitely a 10/10! Can’t recommend..."
Rachael Watmough
"Visited Nueve on Sunday and I have to say it's one of the best tapas restaurants we have been to in the North West. Very nicely laid out restaurant..."
Sean Howe
"Gorgeous food really friendly staff who made it fun - highly..."
Steph Walker
"Gorgeous meal last night and what amazing staff! Every effort was made to ensure we had a fantastic first visit, definitely be back..."
Michelle Brocklehurst
"2 meals in a week. Excellent and fast service. Food is delicious and well presented. Wine selection is good and value for money is great. Would..."
Lucian Broughton
"Had a lovely lunch with friends the food was delicious the staff was friendly would definitely go back..."
Harminder Cheema
"Went to Nueve yesterday (Sat night). Staff were great friendly and efficient. Food was delicious and so was the white Sangria. Great atmosphere too...."
Michele Wehden
"Right from opening weekend this place has been excellent, Service and food top..."
Katie Broom
"Excellent tapas . We went with Spanish friends and they gave it five stars ! We did too . Tasty food , buzzing atmosphere . The place was full . We..."
Mala Rajput-Driver
"Our first time for my sons birthday, lovely food, excellent staff, wonderful atmosphere will definitely be..."
Karen Brophy
"Great night out with the girls.Very nice food here and the atmosphere is awesome. would recommend this place for it's dedication to..."
Naina Singh
"I visited Nueve Tapas Bar with my wife, and we got seated pretty quickly since it was a chill Tuesday evening. The menu looked promising with lots of..."
Samuel J. de Heer
"First time dining here and will definitely go again. Food was absolutely delicious - perfectly cooked, fresh, vibrant, packed with flavour. Highly..."
Chess M
"Absolutely spot on, food authentic, great atmosphere, nice setting, good friendly service. Can't understand any of the negative reviews, will..."
Tom Griffiths
"Great authentic tasting tapas. A good selection of plates to choose from and sample. Cosy warm and relaxed atmosphere. Dog friendly..."
Robert Anscombe
"Valentine’s dinner. Set menu at £35 a head. Our first time here and definitely not our last. Great portions for tapas and AMAZING food. My..."
John Preston
"Great food, great staff, very accommodating, great atmosphere... 11 out of 10 Great selection, great flavours... Really fresh... food cooked to..."
Eamonn Keane
"If you are going to eat tapas in Manchester eat it here. Brilliantly relaxed atmosphere, the food was amazing and very reasonably priced. We had a..."
chris
"Paulicarus tells me I have been here before but if so, I have no memory. Nice Tapas bar with upstairs kitchen and toilets. Paulicarus brought Mum for..."
MADDOGLEP
"Absolutely wonderful food!! Everything tasted perfect, cooked to very high standards! We loved the sangria too! The bar has a very cosy feel, loved..."
Lilla Cserfai
"Went for late lunch on a Sunday and wasn't busy at all. Service was great and absolutely everything we ordered was eaten. Though some dishes were..."
Rebecca W
"Booked a table for my partner's birthday. The staff were lovely, very attentive & great service. The food was..."
michelle laverty
"Delicious food, great staff and we had a lovely evening. Would highly recommend...."
Fiona Munro-Muotune
"The food was absolutely incredible, definitely the best Tapas I've eaten outside of Spain! The service was on point, Jose made us feel welcome..."
Ella Somerset
"Excellent find. Didsbury has been lacking a decent Tapas Restaurant since Casa Tapas closed a dozen years ago or so. Paella as good as we've..."
John Quigley
"Located just off the main high street where Barlow Moor Road begins The ambiance is cool Spanish vibes, rustic and casual Good service is lighting..."
Tas Hirani
"The ribs here were the best I have tasted in a long while. The staff are very friendly and kind. Every dish was tasty. However, the food is not..."
Tyler Goodall
Box Deansgate
Box Deansgate
77/100 (878 ratings)
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Cerveza Artesanal
Beer
Classic Nachos
Spicy chicken wings
Chili Nachos
Chicken Kebab Wrap
Pizza and Chips
Gambas Al Ajillo
Tapas
Pizza Margherita
BBQ Ribs & Haloumi Fries
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Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
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"Great place to watch live sport during the day and in the evening but I recommend booking as we turned up on a Saturday morning and everything was..."
Matt Hall
"Went to watch the Newcastle vs psg game. Great atmosphere showed the Newcastle game upstairs and the Man City game downstairs. Was extremely busy but..."
ashfaq ahmed
"Great place to watch the sports. Also has a very good selection of beers and food on the menu. Very open and airy place. Large glass..."
Ste Withington
"Visited this place for the first time. Me and my friends were just walking past and noticed the live music which drawn us in. What a nice place the..."
Chazaksworld
"My girls and I had the best night at this place a couple of weeks back! We really enjoyed the vibe and the best part was their drinks!! I absolutely..."
Mitali Kulkarni
"Had the best time with my pals. The food was surprisingly good, and the bartenders were very charming. I didn't know much about the drinks but lovely..."
Nivedita Reddy
"Vising Manchester on the 1st night of the footie season and wanted a table for myself and son who is 16. Fully booked which was unfortunate, however..."
Allan Adam
"Brilliant new Bar on deansgate. The atmosphere was great and bar staff were friendly. Looks like this venue is a popular place for hen and stag..."
Tom Hurst
"Really enjoyed our visit, great atmosphere and the food was great. Special mention needs to go to Sudi who served us, she went above and beyond and..."
Kyle Randell
"Only just came across this sports bar after a friend recommended it. It did not disappoint, great atmosphere and service, excellent variety of..."
Jonty 1970
Peachy Keens Manchester
Peachy Keens Manchester
70/100 (4688 ratings)
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Chocolate Fountain
Kabobs
Pancakes
Apple and Cinnamon Crumble with Custard
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Pasta
Brownie Sundaes
Salad
Gambas Al Ajillo
Lamb
Wings
Club Sándwich
Pesto
Chili
Duck
Fish
Gambas al ajillo
Chicken tikka masala
Ribs
Seafood
Lamb chops
Beer
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Lo Mein
Chicken soup
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Chicken Wings
Beef
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"Can't rate this place enough. The best buffet restaurant I have ever been to! The food is amazing. So much choice. Something for everyone! Everything..."
Nathan Rothwell
"A well priced buffet from around the world ... if you are in Manchester and want to have a huge meal at a reasonable price than Peachy Keens is the..."
Keith Abela-Wadge
"Went to Peachy Keens in Birmingham 5yrs ago was great then and now in Manchester's one... still great food and good choice... can't eat another..."
Tom Aherne Snr
"I visited this place with my family while I was in Manchester. This place looks good and has a great ambience through it . The indian options and the..."
Shashank Sharma
"Amazing ! Defo go !Wow amazing selection of food ! The mussels are super ! Top quality for starters mains and desserts ! Staff lovely ...."
Naira Gill
"I have two conflicting memories of buffet style restaurants. The first was some horrific Chinese place that made me horrendously sick. That was a low..."
DollyBakes
"Really nice place. If you come day time (midday) the choice isn't the best but if you come in the evening around 5 it's really nice. Great service..."
PLANET FAZ
"One of the best low price buffet in Manchester. Buffets are not my favorite but this one is an exceptional. Good food decent..."
Rasheed Abdullah
"Very good variety of food, very tasty, halal range of meats, Very friendly and polite service. Fantastic location. And the live kitchen was amazing..."
MCBPONTHEMIC !!!!
"Lovely place, plenty of meals to choose from, all you can eat, prices are very good and not at all expensive, friendly staff and very helpful,..."
Pebbles
"Spacious although small. This place is definitely quality over quantity. Price is very good and could stay as long as we wanted. Drinks were fairly..."
taylor richardson
"An unexpected discovery. Steps up although there is a lift. A wide selection of food and exceptional value even the drinks are reasonable prices. ..."
Nic c
"Absolutely excellent. 11of is turned up . No problem at all. Staff smiling and looked like they actually enjoyed their jobs . Food amazing and wide..."
Caroline Morlidge
"Been twice in the last month, very good selection of nice tasty food, the Lamb Lasagne is superb! Desserts are wonderful! Great value, nice well..."
There's Dave!
"Had a brilliant experience here. One of our party has allergies and we were shown round by the chef pointing out all dishes which were suitable. The..."
Marie Eastwood
"We were very happy with all the measures In place such as one way system, providing a disposable glove to serve yourself, gel dotted around....but..."
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