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Ancoats, Manchester

Mana

Manchester's first Michelin-starred restaurant turns British ingredients into a spare, focused Ancoats tasting menu.

4.7

FlightLogic expert score: 8.9/10 · Editorial composite rating 4.7/5 · ££££ · Modern British , Contemporary

Ancoats destination diningManchester food pilgrimsModern British tasting menus One MICHELIN StarOne MICHELIN Star GB & IrelandFlightLogic Gold 2026
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★ Michelin Star

Quick answer

Is Mana worth visiting? FlightLogic assigns an expert score of 8.9/10 based on editorial research. The 4.7/5 star figure is an editorial composite for guide comparison — not a verified consumer aggregate. It has 1 Michelin star. Best for ancoats destination dining, manchester food pilgrims, modern british tasting menus.

Transit proximity

For global flyers: Mana is in Manchester, with strong access from manchester airport. Pair with our Manchester dining hub for more local picks after arrival.

About Mana

Mana changed Manchester's fine-dining expectations by proving the city could sustain a serious tasting menu on its own terms. The cooking is modern British with Nordic and Japanese shadows: seafood, aged meat, ferments, broths, and precise vegetable work presented without much decorative noise. Ancoats gives the restaurant a warehouse edge, but the room is calm and closely managed. The strongest courses show concentration rather than complication, which is why the star has stuck.

Menu highlights

  • Mana Tasting Menu £195 Seasonal British menu with preservation, broths, and charcoal elements
  • Yakitori Eel with Yeast included A Mana-style course using smoke, glaze, and deep savoury notes
  • Aged Duck with Fermented Berries included Game-bird course balancing fat, acidity, and dark sauce work

Editorial rating breakdown

Distribution reflects FlightLogic editorial modelling for guide comparison. See published excerpts below.

Published reviews

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  1. 4.0
    Editorial sample

    The cooking is polished without feeling anonymous, especially when the kitchen leans into modern british detail instead of luxury for its own sake. It is expensive, but the service rhythm and wine advice made the longer menu feel measured.

    — Sarah Mitchell ·
  2. 5.0
    Editorial sample

    Mana feels completely anchored in Ancoats: the room, pacing, and mana tasting menu all make the meal feel specific rather than imported. The strongest courses had a clear point of view and enough restraint to avoid turning dinner into a demonstration.

    — Yuki Tanaka ·

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How far ahead should I book Mana?

For prime dinner seats, book at least four to six weeks ahead; tasting counters and weekend tables usually move fastest.

Is Mana best for a full tasting menu?

Yes. Mana is designed as a set tasting menu, and its broths, ferments, and charcoal notes work best in sequence.

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