The Blues Kitchen Manchester

My first visit here with friends after curling (previous review) and we were served by Jack. They are doing January deal 50% off on food. We ordered some small plates to share: Popcorn squid, Buffalo chicken wings, and Ox cheeks nuggets. My husband and I ordered Smoked pork belly rib and Sirloin steak as our mains. All the food and drinks came at reasonable time. The small plates were very good. My favourite was the ox cheeks nuggets which were crispy on the outside and meaty and juicy inside. The mains were the real deal. Portion size was decent for both. The Sirloin steak was cooked perfectly as requested. The smoked pork belly was meaty (not much fat) and tender. The components paired well with the meat too. Friendly staff and positive service throughout but there was a bit of wait for attention when the place got busier.

Good deal, £10 lunch deal so value for money was fab. We had a veggie burger, the mac and cheese and a beef brisket burger, as well as some additional sauces. Veggie burger: 3/5 - very nice but given I eat a lot of veggie burgers lol it was nothing to write home about. Beef brisket burger: 4/5 - meat was delicious but used to come in a baguette but now it comes in a burger bun, so loses a star for that! Mac and cheese: 4/5 - once we added salt and pepper this was delicious. Main complaint for me would be the fries - way too crispy, like little bricks! Gorgeous venue and service was fine 😊

Music ★★★★★ | Drinks ★★★★ | Food ★★★ This place is full of old-world charm, and honestly, the food isn’t really the highlight. It’s more about soaking in the atmosphere — enjoying good music, unwinding, and sharing stories. Perfect spot to grab a drink, listen to some tunes, and let life slow down a little.

Came here to celebrate a birthday! We came for the lunch menu and stayed late into the evening for cocktails… The food was lovely and the drinks were fabulous. Huge shoutout to our sever Tom who went above and beyond to make the evening special. He was friendly, professional and attentive without being overbearing! The interior design was beautiful and created a cosy atmosphere. Lovely place to grab a bite to eat or to have a few drinks!

Such a gorgeous venue, stunning decor and lovely chilled vibe. Friendly bar staff too. Perfect for pre theatre drinks if visiting the Opera house as we were. We could have stayed all afternoon though tbf.

Fantastic place! Shout-out to our super lovely server Ruby 🫶 Must visit if you're in Manchester. My local friends had just been here for the first time a few days before and since I was in town, they suggested we come to the Blues Kitchen because they loved it so much. Please try the artichoke & spinach dip, it's divine, as good if not better than ones I've had in Canada. The short rib is massive, my mates struggled to finish it between the two of them and loved it. Great margarita options too. The live music was also a great addition to the evening. I'm not surprised this place was packed on a Tuesday!! Booking ahead recommended. Will definitely be back when I'm next in Manchester.

I had an incredible experience at The Blues Kitchen Manchester. The food was absolutely amazing - genuinely the best BBQ and cornbread I’ve ever had. Everything was full of flavour and really well prepared, and the prices are excellent for such high-quality dishes. The drinks menu is also fantastic with plenty of great options to choose from. Another huge plus is that the place is dog friendly, which made the visit even better. Service was outstanding from start to finish - friendly, attentive, and really welcoming. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and great service!

We went to The Blues Kitchen days ago and I can't stop thinking about the sweet potato and peanut curry that I had, it was delicious, beyond outstanding. The place itself is quirky, old school vibez, everywhere you look there is something to admire and take in. It's very loud, there's loud music and a bustling scene, so if you are hard of hearing, this place may not be for you, but I loved it!