The Best Restaurants in Higher End, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (2025)

Lovely food, very welcoming and great atmosphere. Wish I took more photos to share with you! The cheesecake was amazing home made and truly delicious. Thank you so a lovely evening with great food!

We have recently moved to the area and it’s been the best place so far! Will definitely come back 😍. Chistorras and Gambas Pil Pil were delicious. Highly recommend 🥰

Visited last night for the first time. Absolutely gorgeous food, lovely ambiance & excellent sangria. We chose 6 dishes between 2 of us and we couldn’t finish it all. The mussels special was delicious and the sauce was lovely with soft bread. Sophia makes an excellent Biscotti Cheesecake! No doubt we’ll be back.

Cannot praise Casa Carlos enough. Right from being greeted by the lovely Sophia the atmosphere was second to none. Feeling relaxing, comfortable and at home it took me back to my many times abroad visiting tapas bars certainly could have been anywhere but Wigan Town centre. We were offered drinks then later ordered our food at no time did we feel rushed and our personal requests were taken into consideration with no fuss. Oh my days the food was delicious and presented so well and good portions compliments to Callum the chef perfection on a plate! Deserts were delicious almost too nice to eat as they were presented so well. As we wrapped up our dining experience we all agreed we would definately be returning . A beautiful place amazing staff and wonderful atmosphere with fantastic prices to top it off. Thankyou Sophia, Callum and Casa Carlos

We had a lovely meal here last night. A live pianist was playing too which added a nice atmosphere.

Just got back from the most stunning meal. Food was incredible, staff were polite and accommodating and the live piano made the perfect setting for a top quality meal Will definitely be returning.

Superb food whenever we have been, the best risotto I have had bar none! Lovely relaxed atmosphere as well

What a beautiful little find... the food last night was gorgeous and so fresh. The staff were really attentive, thoughtful and happy. Then to top it of Danny played live piano music...Amazing!... If you want quality then this is the place to eat. The atmosphere Danny created with his beautiful music has to be experienced. We will be back and and will be telling everyone about this little gem.

Less than a mile from Junction 27 of the M6. Extensive menu including specials. Cask ales pouring today were on the traditional side from Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company. Huge outdoor seating area - much undercover with heaters and blankets if necessary.

This is a great pub serving great food, the garlic bread with cheese was delicious, the cock and bull that I had was tasty, the lamb Sunday roast my partner loved and the kids cheeseburger was enjoyed too with great service.

Just stopped here for lunch whilst on a long drive up north as it had great reviews and just off the M6. Save your money at the services and come here instead! Not only will you be helping a local business but you won't be disappointed! Food was great value and really tasty and fresh. The staff were super helpful and attentive. Dog friendly and even has a dog menu!

Great meal for 4 here today. Hadn't booked and the pub was busy at 1pm on a Saturday. Never the less helpful staff found us a suitable table as we were with our dog. Lovely service. Great food. Nice menu. Could not fault. Will be back for sure ☺️

Absolutely amazing food, went here on a whim after typing tacos near me on google. Did not disappoint, large portions and tastes amazing. If you like spicy food I suggest taking some hot sauce or asking for some as food is mild, but tastes amazing.

Lovely building and a really nice restaurant. The food was really nice with lots of flavours and colours like you would expect from a Mexican but my only critique is I like spicy food and asked for it to be hot but unfortunately it was very mild. Other than that we really enjoyed it

First time at La Sentidos Loca, and definitely won’t be the last, had amazing service as soon as we stepped through the door, sharing nachos to start with Cluck and Moo burger and Slow cooked beef tacos, all fantastically presented and delicious. Food is well priced with a good prices drinks menu . Absolutely worth a visit

I had the beef chilli tacos, and wow, the portion was huge! The tacos had melted cheese, beef chilli, radishes and pink onions, all three were full of filling. There was nicely flavoured rice on the side too, and a side salad. The soured cream dip was nice too, coming from someone who doesn't like soured cream! It was only £13.75; great value for money. Service was fast and staff were polite. Good atmosphere too: every table got a sombrero!

Great atmosphere for my guys 40th on Saturday

Excellent quality food. Starters and wine are a bit expensive, desserts are good value. It was quite noisy but the restaurant was full, so that's always a good sign.

Best tacos I've had filled with beef and peppers and mushrooms and the shells remained crunchy the whole time instead of going soggy. Really good portion size as I was left stuffed. The staff were lovely and our drinks and food arrived pretty fast at the table considering it was 9 people.

I recently celebrated my birthday at Melis Restaurant , and it was an unforgettable experience! The atmosphere was perfect for the occasion, and the food was absolutely fantastic—full of flavor and beautifully presented. A special shoutout to our amazing waitress, Daniela, who went above and beyond to make the evening truly special. She was attentive, kind, and made sure everything was perfect for my party. Her warm and friendly service added so much to the celebration. Thank you, Daniela, and thank you, Melis, for making my birthday so wonderful! Highly recommend this place.

It was our wedding anniversary yesterday and we decided to have a dinner outside the home with the kids. The services were top notch. Daniella was awesome! The meals were so filling and the kids were happy. We will definitely be visiting again and I would recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Amazing food and outstanding service. The waitresses were super polite and attentive. Courses were served quickly and everything tasted fantastic. We were entertained by a lovely lady doing a belly and swords dance. I'd definitely eat here again.

Called on spec about 2.30pm. Food was great but took a long time to arrive. I had the chicken skewer and a chocolate mousse type dessert.

Was there last Friday for my wife's birthday 🎂 loved the pulled pork with loaded fryes will be comeing again try the pulled chicken 🐔 next time service was good freindly staff 10 out of 10

Good bar. Friendly helpful staff. Great beer. Lovely decor. Good range of drinks.

Lovely food, great service - just a bit cold in the restaurant.

Great atmosphere. Food was brilliant. Good selection of drinks

Can only comment on the proper chips, baileys hot chocolate and the service but all three were spot on! Proper pub hand cut chips - amazing sized portions Bailey Hot chocolates were lush just what I needed after a day without power And the service, the two ladies and one gent behind the bar were very accommodating of me needing to charge my devices, really lovely quick service. All in all, would return as the bill was a lot less than I thought it would be! Great prices

Lovely evening spent in the Holts Arms celebrating my friends 50th birthday. Attentive staff, cosy atmosphere, great menu selection. I enjoyed the smaller portion of fish and chips, very generous portions . Very tasty homemade food. Definitely 100% recommend

Great pub that I have not visited before. Lovely location, plenty of parking. Staff were great and food was lovely. I ordered the really dirty fries, really big sharer, the meat and the cheeses tasted great. My friend had the salmon that she also loved. Would highly recommend a visit.

Everything about this experience was fantastic. Thank you to the team. Brilliant service, absolutely fantastic food. Peaceful and lovely environment. Had a lovely meal for family visiting from the lakes. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you again, we will be back again soon.

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 .

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.

Me and my family very enjoyed our experience at this restaurant. The food served was perfect, and atmosphere was very cosy, however only thing noticed was the temperature was slightly cold. overall, the service, food and atmosphere was amazing. Thank you!

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.

This restaurant is a really lovely great fabulous place to eat. The staff atmosphere are amazing 👏

We’re sat here now having Christmas dinner. Couldn’t fault a thing. Excellent service, the students are a credit to the college. All 6 of us had a variety of starters, mains and desserts. All perfect and fantastic value for money.

Fabulous food at the wheel restaurant 😋 I went with my mum and sister and had a great meal. It was a shame that there weren't many tables in dining, as these young students need the experience of a full restaurant. They are open Tuesday and Thursday for lunch at 12,12:15,12:30, and the same days but for the evening at 6 pm, 6:15,6:30. We arranged a table on the day so they do take in last min bookings and the drinks prices are excellent 👌 Highly recommend the fish n chips 😋 the fish was the best fish n chips I've ever had, the batter was lovely and light, and the home-made tarter sauce was excellent only thing missing was some mushy peas but the veg that we had to share between us was excellent and could have fed another 4 people, we had carrots, new potatoes, green beans with a ragu sauce and another portion of chips. Honestly, I can't recommend this place enough, and for the price of £17.95 ( for the evening/dinner menu), we all left completely stuffed. we also had a cup of tea at the end and a homemade biscuit 😋

Fabulous food… best food around. Staff are so friendly and polite. Will definitely return…