We were a group of four girls out for a night out in Manchester, we booked in for the early doors menu 2 courses for £12.95. There was an extensive choice of starters and mains. I would recommend the mussels for starter (it was a meal in itself), garlic king prawns was another starter which my friend said was delicious.... more

Just in case anybody else is expecting the food to be as creative and adventurous as the decor at this extremely friendly, happy place, I thought I'd best mention it here. We thought it would be indulgent food to match the surroundings but the menu is, as somebody else has written, "based around comfort food". We were even given two... more

Try this funky little place on Canal Street,,,good food and drink, Don't be put off by the busier end of Canal Street more

All I can say is eat here if you get the chance. The best by a mile. more

Ate here on a Friday night, we were warmly welcomed and sat on a nice table in the corner unfortunately being out of the main flow of the restaurant we felt kind of forgotten which was disappointing because when we did actually get a waiter they were fantastically friendly. Food was excellent but as the place was busy it was... more

Eateries on Canal Street come and go, but Velvet is like a trusted friend, always there with a menu based around comfort food. It's intimate and cosy without seeming crowded, at lunchtime at least. Try it, you'll go agai and again.... more

I live in London and am used to eating at only the best restaurants the capital has to offer. When I visited friends in Manchester I did warn them that my dining standards were high and not to dissappoint me. They informed me they had booked Velvet on a Thursday as it was one of their favourites and reminded them... more

I have been eating in Velvet for a number of years. They have recently changed the menu (for the better in my opinion) and redecorated. Velvet is a fun venue and a great place to eat with friends. The upstairs bar is a nice place to meet and have a drink before and after your meal. The portion sizes are... more

Good Sunday lunches more