Didsbury may be a suburban village, mostly enjoyed by those who reside there – but its drinking and dining scene is unbeatable. From tasty brunch spots to upscale dining, the village literally has it all, and with it, of course, being the home of the Didsbury Dozen pub crawl, there’s truly something for everyone. To help you explore and get the best out of it, we’ve rounded up the best restaurants in Didsbury.
1. Caramello
Caramello of Didsbury serves up possibly the most Instagrammable grub of all the Didsbury restaurants, specialising in well-portioned brunch-style dishes and indulgent desserts. Tuck into a sundae crafted with homemade gelato, dig into a huge stack of fluffy American pancakes, or start the day with a seemingly endless brunch menu featuring all the classics.
đź“ŤCaramello of Didsbury, 10 Whitechapel St, Didsbury, M20 6UB.
2. Volta
A gorgeous casual spot serving luxurious looking dishes (and incredible Sunday lunches!), city dwellers may know of Volta already, given the duo behind it are also responsible for The Refuge. The restaurant specialises in small plates, deli boards and charcuterie inspired by the founder’s travels, with a number of influences (including Greek and Spanish) being prominent throughout the menu.
đź“ŤVolta, 167 Burton Rd, West Didsbury, M20 2LN.
3. Hispi
Situated in a former bank building, Hispi provides intimate dining, with each dish as beautifully presented as the next. The restaurant serves posh bistro dishes that are full of flavour, even offering up a sirloin of beef Sunday roast sharer. Think crispy pig’s head croquettes, pan-fried fish, and stuffed pork belly.
đź“ŤHispi, 1C School Ln, Didsbury, M20 6RD.
4. Proove
Fans of Proove Pizza frequently argue that it’s the best pizzeria in town, and it’s definitely a strong contender for the top spot – that’s for sure. Serving authentic style Neapolitan pizza, the wood-fire specialists offer up casual dining in West Didsbury, with a huge menu of Italian goodies. There’s a whole range of toppings to choose from for your pizza, but additionally, Proove offers traditional Italian street grub, such as arancini, crocchĂ© and pizza fritta.
đź“ŤProove Pizza, 160 Burton Rd, West Didsbury, M20 1LH.
5. Albert’s
One of the many Albert’s restaurants in Manchester, Albert’s Didsbury has gorgeous dĂ©cor – and a fantastic cocktail list. There’s an outdoor area for dining in the summer, plenty of food options with varying cuisines, and an extensive wine list for those who fancy kicking back with a vino. Enjoy plenty of seafood options, a menu of tasty pizzas, and a number of classic British dishes.
đź“ŤAlbert’s Didsbury, 120-122 Barlow Moor Rd, M20 2PU.
6. Rudy’s
A Manchester institution when it comes to pizza but the popular pizzeria Rudy’s now has a spot in good ol’ Didsbury. Bringing their infamous Neapolitan-style pizza to the south of Manchester, diners can get a taste of the Italian dolce vita as they gorge on that soft sourdough crust and sip on Aperol Spritz. Plus it’s one of the restaurants in Didsbury that boasts a covered outdoor terrace, which is great to escape to come rain or shine.
📍Rudy’s, 653 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, M20 6QZ.
7. O Kitchen
Offering a taste of Korean BBQ without the stress of cooking on the grill, O Kitchen is great for those looking to try the cuisines of Korea and Japan in Didsbury. O Kitchen serves up the likes of grilled pre-marinated meats such as chicken, beef, pork and pork belly, all accompanied with Bulgogi sauce, two types of pickles and lettuce for wrapping. You can also enjoy spicy squid and pork, boneless flat beef rib or seafood bulgogi on the grill at O Kitchen, alongside a range of Korean and Japanese dishes like Korean soup, fried chicken, sushi, sashimi and stir fries.
đź“ŤO Kitchen, 43 Barlow Moor Road, Didsbury, M20 6TW.
8. FOLK
Owned by four friends, this neighbourhood restaurant and bar focuses on serving up seasonal produce alongside great coffee, beers, cocktails and wine. Serving brilliant brunch dishes like fry ups but FOLK-style featuring tater tots, veggie black puddings, sourdough toast, fried egg and either bacon and sausage or halloumi and smashed avocado. FOLK also offer an apple pie French toast as well as small plates like Guinness braised pigs cheek, ‘nduja croquettes and maple glazed roots later in the day.
đź“ŤFOLK, 169-171 Burton Road, West Didsbury, M20 2LN.
9. No4 Dine And Wine
First opening in Didsbury back in 2005, No4 is a neighbourhood restaurant serving modern English food. Tucked away down Warburton Street in Didsbury Village, which is the last of the original cobbled streets, you’ll find a small, intimate dining spot housed within a building that’s almost 200 years old. Complete with slightly wonky walls and floors, No4 Dine and Wine is a place to eat and drink if you’re looking for plenty of character and comfort food like twice baked cheddar cheese soufflĂ© and pork belly with mash, black pudding and mustard sauce.
đź“ŤNo4 Dine and Wine, 4 Warburton St, Didsbury, M20 6WA.
10. Thyme Out
Another spot for banging brunches in Didsbury is Thyme Out. The menu boasts dishes suitable for everyone with a full English plus vegetarian and vegan variations, as well as breakfast burritos and burgers. There are plenty of plates that give an ode to Manchester including Manc Eggs (poached eggs, Greek yoghurt, garlic and chilli butter, sriracha, Bury black pudding and sourdough toast) and R’Kid (honeyed and grilled goats cheese salad, courgette ribbons, pumpkin seeds, cherry tomato, radish, walnuts and balsamic vinaigrette).
đź“ŤThyme Out, 147 Nell Lane, West Didsbury, M20 2LG.
11. The Original Third Eye
Possibly one of the best restaurants in Didsbury for a curry, if not in Manchester, is The Original Third Eye. The restaurant serves up Indian and Nepalese dishes and it’s butter chicken curry is one of its best-sellers and not to be missed. The menu is brimming with delicacies imported from India and Nepal to Didsbury with the menu featuring the likes of steamed and fried momochas, spice stuffed pommi naan, dal makhani, bringal, kabuli channa, and kantipur king prawns. And it’s not just good for us, as the restaurant has had some big names visit and show their appreciation including Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes and Bugzy Malone.
đź“ŤThe Original Third Eye, 661 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury, M20 6RA.