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

We booked for a party of 8 on a Sunday afternoon, and everything was spot on. The standard menu is supplemented by a range of specials and (as it was Sunday) a choice of two roast dinners. Everything was reasonably priced, service was attentive and the portions were ample. Will definitely return.

Everything about this place is absolutely amazing, but especially the food. My boyfriends known about this place for ages but he’s only recently brought me here. The staff are extremely lovely, the food is always 12/10 and the atmosphere is just lovely.

4 of us visiting for lunch on Wednesday 23rd Jan 25 after a lovely 5.5 mile walk around the Piethorn valley. We sampled the well kept Titanic Ale before ordering our meals that were Steak n Kidney pie, Steak n Kidney pudding and 2 Rag puddings all with gravy, a generous portion of chips and a large bowl of mushy peas. I have to state that we cleared our plates and enjoyed the food immensely! Friendly lady behind the bar made us very welcome as did the few locals present. A proper pub with good warm feeling and pleasing decor. Very much recommend a visit and intend to return very soon!

Three of us ate at the la mancha Friday evening, a very warm welcome (food was amazing thanks to the amazing female chef who works there) it was busy but didn't have to wait long for our food. This is our second time eating there since Christmas and will definitely be going back.

It is a great little restaurant the food is good although if it gets busy with lots of orders at the same time the kitchen can get overrun. However the staff let you know and we were offered free bread while we were waiting. Some of our dishes didn't come but that was ok because we ordered too much as usual and the staff happily removed those item's from the bill. Overall good experience iron out some minor things it would get 5 stars from me.

First time visiting here, every dish was amazing, fresh and so flavourful. Felt a little unwelcome upon walking in but this was more than made up for by the very friendly and attentive service by the waitress assigned to us. Atmosphere felt very authentic.

Visited on Boxing Day so it was a fairly quiet afternoon. The atmosphere and service were very good and the food was delicious. If you like tapa then this place is a must

I've eaten at Grape N Grain many times. The Sunday lunch is delicious and comes with a lovely variety of accompaniments. The portions are plentiful and well presented. I've also had the small plates on offer. The cheese pie is perfect to name but one! The atmosphere is always very relaxed, with a good choice of background music to enjoy the food, beers, wine and lovely cocktails. The staff work so hard to give an enjoyable, relaxing experience to the customers at this Bar and Restaurant. I hope they continue to be successful!

This was our first visit and we will certainly be back. The menu is fantastic, the food is outstanding with great service. Would 100% recommend

Called in tonight with my friends after seeing a show in Manchester. We didn’t book a table but was seated immediately. Had a lovely meal and wine at a very reasonable price. The staff are lovely and attentive. Will definitely return.

Amazing food and fast service. Staff were really friendly and efficient I wanted something added to a dish and it was no problem at all

Just ate here tonight. 2 meals for £20. What can I say…? Wow! Outstanding! I’d have been happy to pay twice that. Fresh, tasty, REAL chips, perfect portion and a good but not too overwhelming wine list. Our waitress was lovely and attentive and the owners popped over to say hello. We will definitely be back. Thanks very much 😃

Best pub in Littleborough Will be back every Wednesday until Christmas Food, atmosphere, beer. All superb

What a wonderful pub. Welcoming to walkers and dogs. The food was delicious and homemade with lots of choice. Service attentive and friendly. The Guinness was like cream. We can't wait to go back. Be sure to get a selfie with the somewhat frightening wax elephant.

We booked here for a family meal to celebrate our daughter’s 21st. As always the food was amazing, the service was fantastic and there was a real warm atmosphere. Having been here before, we were very well looked after by Mark who always provides outstanding service. A lovely meal to end a weekend of celebrations.

Wow! What can I tell you? What a place - we were booked in (30+ of us) on a Saturday night. The place was packed! At least another table of 30 on our floor, another function downstairs plus walk ins. Service was fantastic and fairly prompt for such a large group, food was incredible, tasty and fresh, the beer was good too! The staff were excellent and despite clearly being extremely busy and at times stressed they were friendly and jovial. Absolutely would recommend! For a function or a nice meal.

I recently attended a work meal at Bellavista with around 30 colleagues, and I must say, the experience was absolutely stellar! We booked for an early evening on a bustling Saturday, and despite the crowd, the service was prompt and efficient, thanks to the fantastic team. The food selection catered wonderfully to both adults and children in our group, offering a wide array of choices that left no one wanting. The staff were notably attentive, ensuring our drinks and meal orders were taken and served without any delay. As a wheelchair user, I was particularly impressed with the accessibility of the venue, which provided a ramp for easy access. The quality of the food was top-notch, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the menu to anyone looking for a delightful dining experience. Bellavista truly deserves a 5-star rating!

One of our favourite restaurants. We visit regularly and are never disappointed. The staff are incredibly attentive and friendly and make special occasions fun for all! Food is outstanding and great value for money. Gorgeous setting with a great atmosphere.

Came across this place on a whim, and wow! The steak was cooked to perfection for both the Sirloin (Rare) and Fillet (Medium-Rare), topped with Blue Cheese sauce, and the salad was drizzled in a delicious sauce. The table also had heavily favoured reviews for the Sea Bass and the Homemade Classic Burger. For dessert, I had the Chocolate Fudge Gateau, and it was so good that it didn't last long on the plate. The service was exceptional, very friendly, and quick to serve with food and drinks. The place was also very clean, considering it's a bar, especially the toilets.

We had our daughter’s 1st birthday party here last week and it was lovely! The food was amazing and had something for everyone, there was more than enough for everyone also. It’s a great place for families, we had small children there and they were able to walk around without feeling like they were getting in the way. Rachel is so lovely and made sure everything was sorted, thank you so much!

We have been several times as a family for meals and they are always delicious. We recently held our mums surprise 60th here and I can’t speak highly enough of everyone at the Cedar Tree, especially Rachel. She was so helpful and accommodating, helped us with planning from the get go and was open to all our crazy ideas!! Helped us with everything even organising entertainment and drinks on arrival for guests. On the night the team were all fantastic and took care of everything so it was seamless. The Buffett was phenomenal with fresh tasty dishes not your average beige selection. We’ve been back for dinner again since and wouldn’t hesitate to host another event here. A huge thanks to Rachel and the full team 💛

Greeted with a lovely warm homely atmosphere. The staff were so welcoming and smiles were plentiful. The food was absolutely superb and nicely presented. Best steak and ale pie I've ever tasted and the sticky toffee pudding was unbeatable.

Had a delicious meal at Riva tonight. All the staff that dealt with us were very pleasant, efficient and professional. For some unknown reason we haven't been there for a while but we'll definitely be eating at Riva again in the near future.

We showed up on valentines (Saturday) we hadn’t booked and we were welcomed. We had Bruschetta to start then my wife ordered sirloin steak (medium) with Skinny fries. I ordered Lamb (medium) with mashed potato and veggies. We ate all of our main dishes, then we had this platter of sweets. Which OMG was awesome. Can we thank you for the delicious meal. Friendly service and certainly a valentines night to remember. 😉 Bob & Fiona.

Delicious italian food, ravioli comparable to what we had in Italy. Mushroom soup was thick and luscious; mussels appetiser was very flavourful. The dessert tasting platter was disappointing though, cream puff tasted stale and chocolate cake lacked flavour. Great ambience by the lake.

The food here was absolutely delicious and well presented. The early bird menu is great value for money and has a good selection of dishes on it. It was just less than £22 for 3 courses which is excellent. I had the bruschetta, sea bass and crembrule, each dish was very tasty. The decor was nice and the staff were friendly. Great experience.

Lovely place, excellent food. Every tapas dish we had was special in its own way. A new favourite, we'll be back. Only thing that didnt wow me was the weird art on the walls: painting of a stag, with sparkles?! Photo of leaning tower of Pisa in a Spanish restaurant?! Odd.

Generous portions. Meat balls were large and stodgy. Too much chllly in prawn dish. Mixed salad and bread were very good.

The Rake Tapas and Bed and Breakfast offers an outstanding experience, seamlessly blending exceptional cuisine with cozy accommodations. Located in a charming setting of littlebrough, The Rake's tapas menu is a culinary delight, featuring a diverse array of meticulously crafted small plates that highlight both traditional Spanish flavors and innovative twists. Each dish, from the succulent patatas bravas to the expertly seasoned gambas and melt in the mouth beef short rib are a testament to the chef's skill and passion. Complementing the dining experience, the bed and breakfast provides inviting, well-appointed rooms that ensure a restful stay. With its warm hospitality, picturesque ambiance, and top-notch culinary offerings, The Rake Tapas and Bed and Breakfast is a true gem for both food lovers and travelers seeking comfort and quality.

Upon walking in the atmosphere was absolutely amazing! Such a gorgeous restaurant. The staff are super friendly and helpful. The room was very warm, the nice lady had made sure it was cosy and warm ready for us arriving. The food- where to begin?! The flavours and portion size we can’t fault it at all. Really enjoyed it. Our room was really nice and the bed was very comfy. We will come back again I’m sure of it!

The pub is situated near the canal for a lovely walk. We called in for lunch when it was fairly quiet in early afternoon. I had the best homemade cheese and onion plate pie that I've EVER had, and I choose it alot. My friend had the kebabs, well cooked, tasty as well as well presented. We'll definitely visit again.

Called in for a drink while out for a walk, lovely pub and friendly staff. Food menu seems plentiful and reasonably priced be trying next time when in the area.

Had a lovely meal here today. Really quiet but the waitress was so welcoming and chatty!! She was a pleasure to speak to. The food, as usually was fresh, well made and totally worth the money. Thanks for a wonderful lunch 😊

Overnight Stay here. Staff were polite and helpful couldn't do enough for us. Rooms clean and comfortable. Food was excellent the full English amazing. Well worth considering if you are in the area.