Sexy Fish Manchester

Sexy Fish Manchester is absolutely stunning. The interior alone is a 10/10 elegant, bold, and beautifully designed, it instantly sets the tone for a luxury dining experience. From start to finish, everything felt well thought out. The food was incredible, full of flavour and perfectly presented, and the service matched the atmosphere…attentive, friendly, and professional without being overbearing. It’s the kind of place where you feel genuinely looked after while still being able to relax and enjoy the moment. Overall, it’s a beautiful restaurant with amazing food and great service. I would highly recommend Sexy Fish Manchester for a special night out or if you’re simply looking for a top-tier dining experience.

I have been waiting to come here for the longest so was excited when I could reserve a table. Upon arrival, staff were very polite and attentive. Decor was cute but overall the toilets stand out the most! However I was very underwhelmed by the food served after hearing how nice it was. Sushi, and starters were very nice and tasty. We booked the brunch. Main course was mediocre, kimichi fried rice was bland and cold. Baby chicken was a very weird texture and lacking flavour. Desserts were okay but nothing special. Disappointed as like I stated heard nothing but good reviews. I will try again but not in a rush to go back unfortunately, especially not for the brunch.

The food was good but not amazing, nothing really surprised me. The presentation makes up for it. It's very noisy, so I wouldn't recommend it if you want to have a quiet conversation. We ordered the tasting menu, so the waiter should have been able to hear us, but it was so noisy that at one point, when the music changed, we couldn't hear what we were being served, which is a very important part of a tasting menu. That was a big minus. The menu is clear and easy to read.

Very nice Japanese fusion restaurant. The food was delicious – I tried the miso soup, miso black cod, maki rolls, and four other dishes. Finally, we finished with the doughnuts. I enjoyed every single one of them. The service was extraordinarily amazing. We were served by Alina and Sebastiano – both were excellent, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. The atmosphere and decoration were stunning – modern, stylish, and vibrant with a touch of luxury. The lighting, music, and interior design created a lively yet elegant vibe that perfectly complemented the dining experience.

We visited Sexy Fish Manchester for my partner’s birthday in January, which worked out well timing-wise as there were a few seasonal deals around. It was his choice, so he made the booking. The day before our reservation, the restaurant rang to confirm we were still attending completely understandable, especially for a venue working with premium ingredients. On arrival, we were greeted by a large doorman who asked if we were “looking to go in”, which felt a little unnecessary given we clearly had a reservation, but we were quickly directed inside. At reception, we were told there would be a short delay with our table and were invited to wait at the bar, which we were happy to do. The venue itself is very glitzy and extremely Instagram-focused, mermaid statues, glowing tentacles, and origami fish suspended from the ceiling. Visually impressive, if slightly overwhelming. The bar staff were a real highlight. All the bartenders wore fish-themed waistcoats adorned with little brooches, seahorses, fish, and other aquatic details ,which I absolutely adored. It felt playful and well thought-out rather than tacky. They were also incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. I was genuinely stunned by the Japanese whisky collection, easily the most impressive I’ve seen outside Japan. They also stocked my partner’s favourite rum, Ron Zacapa (including the XO and 27-year), so given it was his birthday, that was an easy yes. I opted for a miso-based Japanese whisky cocktail; it tasted a little unusual but was beautifully presented. Once seated (there was quite a wait, we hadn’t placed our food order until around quarter to nine, and I was admittedly getting a bit hungry), the staff were accommodating about table choice. I opted for a corner table as I prefer a slightly quieter spot, though the atmosphere overall remains quite busy and sensory-heavy. The January set-menu deal had unfortunately finished at 8pm, so we opted for one of the tasting menus instead, the £85 per person option with around 11 courses. In hindsight, it offered better value than ordering individual dishes. Highlights included: Crispy duck with pomegranate and watermelon (unexpected but tasty) Yellowfin tuna with ponzu Tuna and salmon sashimi Soft-shell crab Nori rolls Tenderloin beef (exceptionally tender one of our favourites) Tempura prawns Black miso cod, cooked perfectly Thinking we might still be hungry, we also ordered a side of kimchi rice. While it was enjoyable, at £14 for essentially a bowl of rice, it felt overpriced and not particularly memorable compared to the rest of the meal. The only real disappointment was the tenderstem broccoli, ironically my favourite vegetable, which was badly undercooked and very tough. We did mention it, but were told no adjustment could be made as it was part of the set menu, which felt a little inflexible at this price point. Dessert was indulgent and satisfying: a rich multi-chocolate fondant followed by fresh mini doughnuts with white chocolate and passion fruit dip,( chefs kiss) Service throughout was polite, warm, and knowledgeable. That said, the venue does lean heavily into the “see and be seen” crowd even getting to the bathrooms was difficult due to people taking mirror selfies. With service charge included, plus water and a drink each, the total came to around £280. Not unreasonable for a special occasion, but definitely not an everyday dining spot. Worth noting: drinks at the bar range wildly, from £9 shots to eye-watering £500 pours, so it’s wise to keep an eye on the menu. Overall A very good experience with excellent food, standout drinks, and genuinely lovely staff,particularly behind the bar. It’s just a little too flashy and overstimulating for my personal taste. I left full, content, and glad we’d gone, but it’s not somewhere I’d visit regularly. Tip: enjoy the bar, admire the whisky collection and the waistcoats but double-check prices before ordering.

We had an absolutely fantastic dinner at Sexy Fish, choosing the experience set menu. Each plate was carefully prepared, fresh, and full of flavour — from a perfectly cooked Wagyu steak to a brilliant black cod, beautifully executed and simply delicious. What truly elevated the evening was the team, especially Christos and Sebastian, who were knowledgeable, attentive, and took the time to explain both the dishes and the cocktails with genuine passion. Their service made us feel very well looked after. The dinner concluded with exceptional desserts. As a dedicated chocolate lover, it takes something special for me to rave about non-chocolate options, but both the cheesecake and the orange cake were outstanding. Congratulations to the whole Sexy Fish team, and a heartfelt thank you for delivering such an exceptional dining experience. We left with big smiles and will definitely be back.

Don’t waste your money! Food was nice, but no nicer than The Ivy Asia and not as well presented - expensive for what it was. Waiter was really efficient and helpful, but we were asked to leave our table, reserved for 20:30 at just 22:30, no mention of this at the point of booking and just after the food plates were cleared - before being offered dessert/drinks or anything more. (No other tables were asked to leave at this point?) Total disappointment. We will continue to go to Ivy Asia instead of here. If you like superficial shite, posing in the toilets, really loud music etc, then you’ll probably enjoy a 2 hour stint in here, at a price! …Surreal.

I had a lovely experience here on a Monday evening. It was quiet, but the atmosphere was elevated by the great music. The venue itself is beautiful and makes for a perfect date spot. I tried the oysters and crab sushi—the oysters weren’t the best I’ve had, but still enjoyable. Drinks are on the pricier side, with cocktails around £17. Overall, a great experience, made even better by the friendly and attentive staff.