Food and Drink in Altrincham

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor

The world of food and drink in Altrincham is full of hidden and not-so-hidden delights. Over the past few years, Altrincham has gone from another pretty market town to arguably the number one must-visit destination in the North West for lovers of food and drink. Helped in no small part by the impressive Market Hall, here’s where you’ll find dozens of fantastic, independently-minded restaurants, cafes and street food vendors, and plenty more besides.

The range of venues is vast, taking in all kinds of cuisine, from fiercely authentic tapas to diligently-made sushi, with a host of cute cafes and cosy coffee houses, designed to appeal to everyone from the most avid coffee aficionado to health-conscious smoothie-lovers.

Every single establishment covered in this guide has been doing a fantastic job when it comes to customer safety

And of course, as British towns go, it’s hard to think of a more attractive destination than Altrincham. It’s packed with green space and beautiful, historic buildings – just a short tram journey from Manchester city centre yet a whole world away in terms of ambience.

And if you’re worried that restaurants and bars aren’t going to be playing by the rules then let us put you at ease. The very existence of the industry depends upon people feeling confident and safe, so we can confidently state that every single establishment covered has been doing a fantastic job.

The very best produce in the North, courtesy of the country’s most passionate and clued-in chefs, baristas and restaurateurs

So if you want to sample the very best produce in the North, courtesy of the country’s most passionate and clued-in chefs, baristas and restaurateurs, a trip to Altrincham is an absolute must. Our guide to the best food and drink in Altrincham is the perfect place to start.

Our top picks

Altrincham Market

Altrincham Market, Greenwood Street, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 1SA - Visit now

A day at Altrincham Market isn’t just fun for all the family, it’s fun, full stop, with the added bonus that you’ll invariably end up with a bunch of goodies to take home to decorate your home or vastly improve your cooking. What’s not to love?

Altrincham Market
Image courtesy of Altrincham Market

Evuna Altrincham

Evuna Altrincham, 84 -86 Stamford New Road, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 1BS - Visit now

The food at Evuna Altrincham is as fantastic as you’ve come to expect from the award-winning team, including the full tapas menu featuring all the greatest hits, such as goat’s cheese croquetas with alioli, patatas bravas and giant garlic prawns with chilli and oil, but the menu also offers a host of regional specials, designed for the people of Altrincham alone.

Evuna Altrincham

Sugo Pasta Kitchen Altrincham

Sugo Pasta Kitchen Altrincham, 22 Shaws Road, Altrincham, WA14 1QU - Visit now

Sugo Pasta Kitchen Altrincham is the town’s go-to destination for plates of traditional Italian pasta, as well as an impressive variety of vegan and gluten-free dishes.

Sugo Pasta Kitchen Altrincham

The Con Club Altrincham

The Con Club Altrincham, 48 Greenwood Street, Altrincham, WA14 1RZ - Visit now

The Con Club is a perfect example of Altrincham’s dazzling food scene. The menu is wide-ranging but everything fits together perfectly, delivering excellent food for tastes, set in beautiful surroundings. If you’re looking to plan a birthday, meeting or even a wedding party, The Con Club has the looks, range and in-house talent to make it run perfectly.

The Con Club Altrincham

Unagi Street Food Altrincham

Unagi Street Food Altrincham, Central Way, Altrincham, WA14 1QU - Visit now

Unagi has earned a reputation across South Manchester as the go-to place for the very best sushi and Japanese food. They assure customers that “everything is made with great care and precision, meaning it takes a little longer than the average takeaway”. This is what makes Unagi such a one-of-a-kind. The staff won’t settle for anything less than the very best for their customers.

Unagi Street Food Altrincham

Where to go in Altrincham

Manchester
Bar or Pub
Kennedy’s Irish Bar

A fan favourite in Altrincham, Kennedy’s Irish Bar offers live music, a vibrant atmosphere and undoubtable Irish charm and hospitality.

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Restaurant
Axe & Cleaver

This is the perfect pub for an indulgent weekend, following up a long countryside walk with a hearty and high quality meal.

Riddles Bar
Altrincham
Bar or Pub
Riddles Bar

Riddles is Altrincham’s favourite vintage cocktail bar. Tasty, hand crafted treats and stunning classic drinks made by our expert bartenders.

Porta Tapas Altrincham
Altrincham
Bar or Pub
Porta Tapas Altrincham

Porta is a tapas and wine bar on Altrincham’s Greenwood Street, opened in 2016 by Joe and Ben Wright, the brothers behind Joseph Benjamin and Porta Chester.

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