On our date night a while ago, Emily and I ventured to Salt Bar in Macclesfield to try something…read moredifferent (I work in Macc so it's not like it was a trip for both of us) On entering Salt Bar it's quite minimal and small but pleasant. To start we shared the Smörgåsbord which was a large crispbread covered with various things including mackerel, prawns, beetroot and apple salad, ham, meatball, pickled veg and probably a few other things I can't remember. It was all very good and an excellent start to the meal. For mains we decided to share lamb with red cabbage and potatoes, and venison meatballs with liquorice sauce and fries. Both dishes were very tasty and very rich, although I have to say the meatballs were my slight preference. After eating all this (it was a lot of food) I had to dig deep to find room but sure enough we both did and ordered a chocolate and ginger trifle to share. This was quite decadent but not too sweet which was perfect for the end of the meal. Upon getting home we both laid on the sofa feeling sorry for ourselves but very content at the same time. The meal came to about £60 I think which isn't bad, not cheap but not too expensive either. I would definitely recommend people try it if they're in the area.

After an evening that included several beers and a thorough exploration of Macclesfield, we'd…read moredefinitely worked up a hunger. I was a bit worried that it'd be pushing our luck trying to find a decent place to eat at 7.30pm on a Saturday night with no reservation, and when we were both utterly clueless about what was available. Turns out I was wrong, and The Salt Bar was exactly what we were looking for. An independent bistro offering Scandinavian cuisine, with a fairly meat and fish orientated menu. It was small enough to feel intimate and cosy, yet large enough to feel relaxed and have two spare seats available at the last minute. The waitress was super friendly when we inquired about not having a booking and gave us a seat in the window. I ordered Kåldomar, which is a beefy-porky-cabbage wrapped dish and my OH ordered what can only be described as a sort of meatball bruschetta e.g. on toast. Now, my other half is a fan of what is officially termed "A square meal" whereas I'm all for picky bits - this meal satisfied both of us by serving two hearty main dishes with a few additional swedish pickled veg and garnishes on the side of our plates, nothing excessive, (think Wagamama style, when the menu states you get a few pickles) but these were a welcome and tasty surprise! Both dishes were very tasty and the meatballs were so heavenly, that I felt that my meat in the Kåldomar was slightly dry in comparison, it didn't ruin my meal but I did get major meatball lust. We stuck to beer and other than Swedish Åbro lager and Rekordelig, drinks-wise they've interestingly chosen to support local breweries instead of opting for Scandiavian. Stocking a wide selection of pales, ales, bitters and stouts from both Wincle and RedWillow. If I were to make any recommendations, it'd be about the music, The Salt Bar had a fantastic atmosphere and the ONLY thing that didn't feel right was the music - generic mellow poppy chart tosh, pretty sure I heard Taylor Swift at one point *shudder*. Now I'm not suggesting that they have to be overly themed, but if they're promoting Scandinavian cuisine then why not slap on some Scandi artists? Bit of Lykke Li, Neneh Cherry, The Cardigans, Peter Bjorn and John... etc. Would have been much more in keeping with the vibe in my opinion.

When I went inside, I started crying because of how beautiful this place is. I also noticed that…read moreall the children were choking on the cutlery which made me really happy! The waiters served me lots of fruity very zesty food which made me Mexican.

Situated in Ashton Moss and surrounded by Cineworld & Hollywood Bowl, it would be normal to think…read morehmmmmmmmmm Chinese after leaving one of the above 2 establishments. Like most Chinese Buffets the layout is a bit canteenie with the most decorated feature being the bar where again if you are a frequent visitor to these kind of places you will no doubt know that the food is overly salty and thus your hankering for a drink means £££££££££££ for the owners. Yes the drinks are expensive. I'm not 100% but I'm sure a pint of coke (not sure if it was coca cola) was close to £2. We when to the evening menu so everything was on offer. We have also been to the afternoon menu and for the price it was rubbish. The food on offer is nothing special. I've had better but I would have to travel further into Manchester City Centre.

Great little restaurant we ended up in as our usual (The Legh Arms) was closed due to a fire…read more Sometimes it's the places you find by accident that turn out to be the most memorable. Although the name and the interior is a little deceptive, the menu is superb. The Prestbury Rarebit was a feast of oozy cheesy goodness, and the grilled goats cheese and beetroot salad was superb. I have it on good faith that the mushroom stroganoff was excellent as well. Sadly I was too full for desert (eating out three times in one day will do that to you) but the home made cakes looked delicious. According to the front-of-house manager (one half of the two sister owners), everything is made fresh in house using quality local ingredients. Definitely worth a visit if you're down that way.

Excellent traditional English cafe, really tasty food and very friendly service. I can highly…read morerecommend the quiche of the day and the fresh scones and cakes.

The meals for the party was late and 2 meals had to be sent back as they had things wrong with…read morethem. The price for the meals are great especially if you have a discount code.

I'm not a religious man but if there is such a place as hell, this is it! Based on the…read moreAmerican-style all you can eat for x ethos, this place attracts the waddling obese in epic proportions. There is a vast array of old, heat-lamp-dessicated food to look at before you finally decide you dare not risk eating any of it, for fear of ingesting the lard-laden sweat that's dripped off the hands of the pie-taster in front of you in the queue. It is truly a (disgusting) sight to behold as you watch piggy after piggy return to the buffet area for more and more tasteless funk to shovel down their 40 inch necks. To be fair, the staff were pleasant but they must have done something fantastically horrible in their previous lives (note: previous lives are not possible) to end up working in this god-forsaken cesspool, being forced to constantly look at the walls of flesh as they walk through both front doors. A disgusting experience in my life that I will never repeat. I would rate minus infinity, if it was allowed. My wife likes Taybarns.

Always love coming to Sutton Hall anytime we're visiting family. Wonderful atmosphere and a great…read moremenu with some Veg options. In nice weather there are several spots to enjoy your lunch outdoors. Highly recommend!

A great gastro pub for a Sunday Roast. With really cosy settings the family (nine of us) instantly…read morefelt at home and were looked after well, despite how busy it was. Service was a little slow but we were all catching up and in no rush. We had booked the table for 9 but it had only been set for 7 - staff were good at solving the issue promptly. The roast beef was delicious, cooked to perfection and I particularly loved the pickled cabbage. Only disappointment was that the plate was cold and so parts of the roast had instantly gone cold before even reaching the table. The sticky toffee pudding was to die for - absolute heaven. Nine happy diners at the end of the meal! Would definitely recommend - dog and child friendly.

I don't normally bother reviewing chains because they're all the same but this Botanist stood out…read morefor 1) Charming service 2) Excellent live piano player 3) Nice seating in a conservatory-like space at the rear (where there were also a couple of hilarious novice teenage dates going on) 4) Delicious main of gnocchi with roast butternut squash, Tenderstem broccoli, candied walnuts, garlic chips, rocket and walnut pesto - tasty and unusual combo of textures and flavours

Our group ventured in for predinner drinks. While most selected local beers, a few of us enjoyed…read morecocktails. To start, I have to say I was impressed with the cocktail list. Not only did it have a lot of variety, but it also seemed to mix in local, seasonal fruits into the drinks. I selected the Melon & Basil Smash. It was fresh, but not very strong. In fact, I noticed very little alcohol being added. Also, it had a lot of ice. Still, a great tasting drink. I liked the atmosphere - the whole look and feel of the place. The service was prompt and prices were good. Next trip to Alderley will include a visit!

I had a really great affordable meal here. Service was great and handled our large group without…read moreany major issues. I had the Sherpa lamb curry which was richly spiced and delicious, and shared sides of garlic and coriander naan and dal tarka, along with a few beers. Everything was tasty and everyone in our group enjoyed their meal. I'd happily return when next in Macc.

From the owner: We offer authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine in our restaurant based in Macclesfield, Cheshire.read more

Delightful italian restaurant in the heart of Macclesfield…read more Be sure to try the mushroom appetizer (along with a brilliant take on the universal "dough balls" which are bathed in garlic). My companion had a wonderful pizza, I enjoyed the lamb chops ... both wonderful. For dessert, both Creme Brulee and Profiteroles were superb. Great little restaurant ... worth a visit!!

Currently Picturedrome has seven different food kitchens along one side including Flower Water…read moreSalt, Tender Cow, Rubens, Terroni, Sam Joseph, Honest Crust, Fin plus 2 really good bars on the opposite side, Jack In The Box and Reserve Wines. The food hall itself when I've been is a busy, bustling place with large tables running down the main thoroughfare. They often have old black and white movies playing on the rear wall - Laurel and Hardy (silent) was playing on my last visit. Amazingly, the food hall is dog friendly, which adds to the overall appeal rather than takes anything away. Outside of the main building, the Picturedrome Yard is in the final stages of construction and is expected to open around the first week in November. This will extend the choice with even more kitchens and bars. The current opening hours are; Monday - Closed Tuesday To Saturday 9am to 10pm Sunday 9am to 6pm

Hi a party of 14 whent last night food was very poor and not very good burgers for £15 a rip off…read moreather meals told at7pm an rice best think are the cakes and coffee will not go again total rip off Geoff Arnold