Fancy trying something new this October? Manchester’s got ya. Despite seeing some closures over the past few months, October brings plenty of brightness with some exciting new locations opening up, as well as exciting independent dining spots and concepts. From a Korean BBQ restaurant to a rooftop spot serving Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, as well as some of the most exciting spots to enjoy a meal, here are some of the best new restaurants, cafés and bars to try in and around Manchester this month.
New restaurants, bars, and cafés opening in Manchester
1. Chotto Matte
Joining the new St Michael’s neighbourhood is Chotto Matte, an acclaimed Japanese-Peruvian dining experience. Set to open on October 10, the stunning rooftop restaurant will be part of the St Michael’s development bordering Jackson’s Row and Bootle Street. Chotto Matte is known for its fresh, healthy and inventive Nikkei dishes such as ceviche, tiradito, anticucho BBQ, sushi, sashimi and tempura, masterfully crafted cocktails, and lively atmosphere. The restaurant will feature a selection of bold graffiti-style murals, a 348-capacity roof terrace accessible all year with panoramic views across Manchester, open sushi and robata counters, two large private dining rooms that open onto the terrace and more.
📍Chotto Matte, No.1, St Michaels Building, 36 Jackson’s Row, Manchester, M2 5WD.
2. Berry Boys
Berry Boys, founded by local entrepreneurs Finn Hall, Josh Young, and Harry Stocks, has launched at Deansgate General Store this October with fresh, flavour-packed açaí bowls. The menu features three bold signature bowls: El Clasico with açaí, granola, strawberry, banana and blueberry, Health’n’Wealth with açaí, banana, kiwi, strawberry, blueberry, honey, chia seeds, and coconut shavings, and The Works with açaí, granola, strawberry, banana, blueberry, kiwi, cacao nibs, peanut butter, Nutella, and coconut shavings. There is also a Build Your Bowl option, allowing customers to personalise their açaí experience.
📍Berry Boys, Deansgate General Store, 9 Owen Street, M15 4YB.
3. Seoul and Tokyo
Seoul and Tokyo is bringing a first-of-its-kind venue to the UK, combining authentic Japanese dining with a specialist deli this October. Guests can sit in and enjoy original Japanese delicacies, including customisable hot pots – rich, flavourful broths filled with a variety of meats, seafood, noodles, and vegetables. For those on the move, Seoul and Tokyo will also feature a fresh meat counter and deli offering grab-and-go lunches, daily sushi boxes, and Asian street-style dishes such as grilled Japanese sausage, steamed pork or chicken buns, and Japanese oden. The deli also stocks a selection of premium ingredients and daily essentials, salmon fillets, natto, tofu, fresh cheese, and seasonal vegetables, alongside specialty drinks, including Korean cocktails, for customers to take home.
📍Seoul and Tokyo, Square Gardens, 5 Botanical Avenue, M15 6AA.
4. Bar Shrimp
The team behind the award-winning restaurant Higher Ground and wine bar Flawd are opening a new seafood and listening bar in Manchester. Known as Bar Shrimp, the Manchester bar will be serving up “considered cocktails”, beers on tap, British seafood and snacks with “world-class sound”. Set to open on Manchester’s New York Street from October 22, Bar Shrimp aims to be an extension of the ethos found at their current Manchester venues, offering a relaxed and focused bar with delicious food. The seafood-focused menu will offer shellfish over ice, plates such as Cornish crab cocktail and British bluefin tuna crudo, and other bar classics. An Oyster Happy Hour will run every weekday between 4-5pm.
📍Bar Shrimp, 7 New York St, Manchester, M1 4JB.
5. Mit Alles
A grab-and-go kebab kiosk has opened up in Manchester’s New Cross neighbourhood. Mit Alles is operating with a takeaway model at The New Cross kiosk, whilst also offering seating in the existing bar and event space. Mit Alles – meaning ‘with everything’ in German – will be serving up fresh shawarma (marinated, stacked and grilled in-house), charcoal-grilled meat, köfte, falafel, and breads made to order. Also on offer will be an array of salad boxes and house-made sauces. For the evening crowd, a more extensive and changing range of mezze will be served, including köfte cooked over charcoal, hummus, labneh, and babaganoush.
📍Mit Alles, The New Cross, 6 Cross Keys St, M4 5ET.
6. Heavenly Desserts
Heavenly Desserts, known for its artisan and luxury desserts, is opening a new venue located at Cheetham Hill Shopping Centre. The restaurant will boast chic interiors where guests can unwind, connect, and indulge in beautifully crafted desserts and brunch dishes. Be sure to try their autumnal special Carrot Cake 2.0 served in a cute tin too!
📍Heavenly Desserts, Unit 2, Cheetham Hill Shopping Centre, 40 Bury Old Road M8 5EL.
7. Bullgogi
The UK’s largest Korean BBQ restaurant, Bullgogi Korean Grill, is opening at Piccadilly Plaza on October 10. It will be a sister-restaurant to Bullgogi Notting Hill, and comes from the team behind viral Korean street food brand Bunsik, which opened in Piccadilly Gardens in 2023. With 165 covers, Bullgogi will introduce a large-scale Korean BBQ experience to Manchester, where guests will cook premium cuts of meat, seafood and vegetables at the tabletop grill. Alongside its signature BBQ, the menu will feature authentic Korean dishes including Bibimbap, Korean pancakes and signature noodles, paired with Soju-based cocktails.
📍Bullgogi, 6A Piccadilly Plaza, Manchester, M1 4AH.
8. Flat Baker
Famous around Ancoats and beyond for its sweet little hatch and pistachio croissants, The Flat Baker is set to expand by opening a dine-in cafe and brunch spot, just one building over. This means lovers of their baked goods can soon enjoy their pastries sat down with a coffee in a dedicated space, as well as tuck into some delicious brunch dishes. But don’t panic, the little hatch will remain, but much to your relief, the queues may go down much quicker with two locations to choose from.
📍The Flat Baker, 97 Jersey Street, Ancoats, Manchester, M4 6JG.