Best Places and Services in Gathurst, Greater manchester (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

The Red Door Bistro – Wigan’s Best-Kept Secret Tucked away behind an unassuming red door in Wigan, this little gem is easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. From the moment we stepped inside, we were greeted by a warm and intimate atmosphere. The dim lighting created the perfect cosy setting, making it feel like a special hidden retreat away from the hustle and bustle. The service was nothing short of exceptional even tho there was 8 of us for a anniversary. The staff were incredibly attentive, ensuring that every detail of our meal was just right without ever feeling intrusive. Their knowledge of the menu and recommendations were spot on, adding a personal touch that made the evening even more enjoyable. Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely incredible. Each dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavour, clearly crafted with passion and skill. Every bite was a delight, from the starters to the desserts, with fresh, high-quality ingredients shining through. What truly set the experience apart was the personal touch from the head chef, who came out to speak with us. Hearing about the inspiration behind the menu and the love that goes into every dish made the meal even more memorable. It’s rare to find that level of dedication and connection in a restaurant, and it’s something that will keep me coming back. If you’re looking for an intimate, high-quality dining experience in Wigan, The Red Door Bistro is a must-visit. It may be hidden, but once you find it, you’ll never forget it.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter treated me and my partner to a meal at the red door , well where do I start , the soup starter was so tasty , parsnip and apple , just amazing, I had the beef roast dinner and this didn’t disappoint either, the beef was to die for and the veg was delicious, I then followed it with a Dessert of cherry flavour brownie with cherry ice cream . This establishment is just amazing, I’m gutted we only just found it , the unhurried service is just amazing, the staff are so attentive and Jane the owner is a pleasure to chat too , well done guys we will definitely be back .

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely incredible food and service. I am a bit of pain and asked for something potentially awkward, the chef came out to speak to me and went above and beyond. The food was delicious. Never had that kind of experience before. Thoroughly recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food and the chef coming out to ask about the experience and chat was a very good touch. Can't wait to go back. Best meal out in the last couple of years.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great cafe in the heart of Piccadilly. I went there to treat myself to a nice cup of coffee and Oreo vegan cake and was really happy. The waitress took time to answer my questions before placing my order and my meal came right on time. The atmosphere was lovely and cozy and they have sitting area close to the windows for people watching while enjoying a meal.

Rating: 4 / 5

A convenient brunch spot, located right next to St. Peter’s Square—perfect if you’re short on time. The restaurant doesn’t particularly stand out in terms of design or atmosphere, but the staff were very friendly and kind. The food was decent and enjoyable; we ordered the Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and the English Breakfast.

Rating: 5 / 5

The man serving us was extremely friendly and happy to go through the options of what was available. The pistachio french toast was amazing, and really good value for money! The drinks were delicious and presented in a gorgeous way, absolutely would go back and recommend to friends!

Rating: 5 / 5

I very much enjoyed a Fruit Burst tea from here- served steaming hot. There were several exciting-sounding hot chocolates on the menu that I need to go back and try!

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely amazing experience! It was a delightful surprise. The cozy, inviting atmosphere made it the perfect spot for a relaxing meal. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient, making great recommendations for both food and drinks! The dishes arrived really quickly, and each one was simply delicious. I could not recommend it enough!

Rating: 5 / 5

Great food, great service and a shame there weren't more diners. Priced very reasonably, you shouldn't be missing out. On the night we turned up, a table booking for 11 had failed to turn up, with no communication whatsoever. Disgraceful and disrespectful. No wonder these places end up closing down if customers treat them this way. We had a most enjoyable evening in a lovely setting.

Rating: 5 / 5

What a lovely place we couldn't have felt more welcome! And the food and service were exemplary, thank you gary,I would highly recommend going here! We had afternoon tea here and it was lovely the soup and extra touches make this the best we've had as a group and was amazing value. The other food going past all looked/ smelled amazing. We will be back here what a find!

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing food and wonderful staff. Restaurant is lovely. Marking atmosphere as 4* only due to how loud it was (which is to be expected) but I'm sensitive to noise and it affected my experience. Can't fault the staff, they were perfect. Whoever was working 5th Aug in the evening are awesome.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place! Lovely staff will definitely come back. Food was great. We were served by Morgan who was very kind and helped make our birthday celebrations fantastic! :)

Rating: 5 / 5

Our daughter’s 25th birthday, we’ve been a couple of times before, thoroughly enjoyed our evening! Mike T was our server, he looked after us really well, so friendly & helpful, a credit to Albert’s. The food was lovely, well cooked & tasty, although the duck spring roll was a little small for a starter, the ham hock terrine was yummy! Fish & chips was ample, as was my daughter’s Moules Frites! One of her favourite dishes, so a happy girl. Desserts were nice to finish off, although I do wish I’d had the profiterole, it looked really nice, my daughter said it was. This is one of the nicest, if not the nicest set menu Albert’s has offered. The atmosphere is fab & such a nice place to sit & chat whilst enjoying the lovely food. Thank you for a lovely evening, we will be back 😊

Rating: 5 / 5

An excellent New Year’s Day meal this evening. The surroundings are perfect, and the restaurant is beautiful with everything wonderfully presented. Our food was superb—10 out of 10. The service from Jack was outstanding; he recommended excellent dishes and paced our meal perfectly. We will definitely be returning. A big thank you to Jack and all the staff at Albert’s Standish!

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a steak deal, which at a tenner was great value. I had a beer so my wife had both wines. £4.80 for Stella in restaurant ain't too bad. Mushroom starter with homemade bread went down a treat. Not sure I would go a l carte as money is tight these days, but it's better value than 'spoons and really pleasant service.

Rating: 5 / 5

Came here on a quiet Thursday evening. They had a fantastic offer on for Steak, chips & salad and a glass of wine for just £10! It was all delicious & nice wine as well. Will definitely go back

Rating: 5 / 5

What a lovely place. The food was lovely but I have to say the staff made our night. So helpful and friendly. They are fantastic, thank you. Can I give 6 stars for them

Rating: 5 / 5

Ohhh, I had the most amazing service yesterday at Primrose. I had the delicious fudge cake and custard. I should took a picture put on here but I was enjoying my food so much. I took my sister with me also and she enjoyed her food too. I know we get service each time we go, but I have to say I have never had such service in my life let alone at this restaurant. Her name was Karen Lyon, but my sister said her name was Cheryl. But I got told Karen. Nothing was too much trouble for Karen. She wasn't constantly in your face like some are, left us to enjoy our food and even kindly asked if she could help or get us anything. Of which we did and was brought to us right away. Can't thank Primrose Enough for lovely food and employing such a lovely lady who shone out above others Many Thanks for createing such an awesome atmosphere. An amazing service by Karen Lyon. Makes one want to return again and again Many Thanks 🙂

Rating: 4 / 5

All round a decent experience for a peak Sunday tea time. Food was good both from the kitchen and plentiful from the carvery. Desserts were mainly sold out by 1730 though so either go earlier or try and order with your mains. Service was good, and food delivered quickly. Pleasant enough experience to go again at some point.

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely midweek carvery, food was hot and I managed to fill my plate full of veg, potatoes, meat and Yorkshire pudding! Stacey, Libby and Kelly provided great customer service and ensured everything was to a high standard .

Rating: 5 / 5

Perfect 50th birthday meal! Thank you to this restaurant for making my special day even better with a beautiful meal great atmosphere and brilliant service. The restaurant was busy but the staff went about their business efficiently with smiles on their faces ensuring everyone was happy and having a great time! For a party of 20 they made sure all meals arrived at the same time and every single one of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The way the staff joined in with the singing and dancing to happy birthday was a lovely touch! One member of staff at the bar had some great dance moves! Haha a very warm and welcoming setting with a great menu! We shall definitely be returning!

Rating: 4 / 5

A nice restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere, although a little quiet but it was a Thursday night before the Christmas rush. Main courses were all (4) excellent. Starters, not quite as much. Mozzarella sticks were bland and small for the price. A smaller plate, bigger sticks and better presentation would have helped. The bread and oil was something of a disaster. The Olive oil was put in the same dish as the Balsamic Vinegar. The Balsamic sunk to the bottom, as it is heavier than the oil. So despite the best dipping efforts, all you got at every attempt was olive oil. I pointed it out on the night so hopefully it will be sorted out for the future.

Rating: 5 / 5

We came here for a birthday meal, 3 adults and 2 young boys. Staff were so nice and friendly and took the time to talk to the boys which made their evening. Food was amazing, portion sizes were incredible. Definitely be back again.

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolute pleasure to dine here, amazing food, very friendly staff, great atmosphere. 100% worth a visit.

Rating: 5 / 5

I visited Fig + Sparrow based on the numerous 5* reviews on Google. I came on a Friday at 1pm, and it wasn’t too busy. Perhaps 50% of the place was full. There is a good amount of seating available, and when I arrived, there was a small but delicious-looking selection of pastries and bakes on the counter. There is always a wide variety of drinks available on the menu, and a bar at the back which serves savoury food. I asked the lady if the counter items were baked fresh and if they were vegetarian (halal in my case), and she said they were baked fresh, and suitable for vegetarians and halal foodies! The staff were very inviting. The lady explained what each item was, and she even gave me her personal recommendation. 10/10 for such caring staff :) I ordered a Cinnamon Bun and Latte to eat in. Those buns looked too good to overlook. Also, exceptional presentation of all the bakery items. The Cinnamon Bun was delicious! It was sticky, not too sweet, and full of cinnamon and brown sugar flavour. The Latte was also yummy, and had a lovely pattern on top. Overall, I am very happy I visited Fig + Sparrow, and I will definitely bring my friends next time. This place is too good not to share with others! I would highly recommended this place to those who like coffee shops, and just want to sit and chill :D

Rating: 5 / 5

Top artisan coffee. Top customer service. Top quality food. If there was a cafe tree, Fig + Sparrow would be sat perched on a branch at the very top.

Rating: 5 / 5

The coffee is out of this world!!!! And I want to thank the entire crew for creating such a beautiful and cozy place. A big thank you to Hannie for one of the best flat white I've ever had.

Rating: 5 / 5

The best pub/restaurant in the area by far. Amazing food every time, staff are great, friendly but not intrusive. Always a great atmosphere. Gorgeous fireside seats, designated area for dogs and a great range of ales and wines, something for everyone. Highly recommend, we go as often as we can.

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely gastro pub with delicious food and great service. The only reason I didn't give 4* for atmosphere is I have hearing aids and everywhere people have piped music which makes listening to those I'm dining with difficult.

Rating: 5 / 5

Been to the Fox quite a few times now and never been disappointed Lovely Atmosphere All the staff were brilliant and friendly Even though it was a busy Saturday night We were truly blown away The food was pure quality From the Scotch egg starters yum yum To the amazing and well cooked to perfection steaks You simply blew us both away Amazing dining experience Massive Well done to all involved You really made our night extra special Be Back Soon Thank You From Us Both 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Rating: 5 / 5

This wonderful pub serves quality wine and an array of quality drinks and cocktails. The food is excellent and the service is both friendly and attentive. On our latest visit, we tried the 'Chippy Tea' night and were not disappointed! Lots of chip shop favourites were on offer on the menu. The dishes were very well presented and all of them were absolutely delicious renditions of traditional chippy fare. Can't wait for the next one! The price was very reasonable and our spend included drinks before the meal, two bottles of wine with the meal and a nightcap at the end.

Rating: 5 / 5

Great place for sandwiches and cake. Both which were amazing. Ham and Gorgonzola focaccia. Fabulous selection of teas as well. Really nice vibe too!

Rating: 5 / 5

Probably one of the best cafes within NQ! I’ve been a regular for almost a year and the service never fails to disappoint! The staff are very friendly and attentive. They serve the best hot chocolates and probably one of the best brownies within Manchester! Would definitely recommend this cafe to anyone.

Rating: 5 / 5

Had lovely afternoon tea, maybe should have ordered one to share!! The cafe is quirky but worth a visit. Our only small negative is we wished we had been asked which cake we would like, pistachio is not my thing.

Rating: 5 / 5

Such a lovely atmosphere and cute vibe. I bring my mom to enjoy the afternoon tea and it was perfect. I loved the scone so much. It was fluffy and perfectly match with cream and jam. I also loved the brunch and rest of the cake and tea as well. Definitely recommend🥰