Lupo in Bury

Second visit. And please sort your staff out! Couldn’t be more disinterested in keeping customers happy! An opinion shared with the 2 tables next to us. Had to ask for cutlery when told she would bring us some, no no apologies for being left waiting and just a very miserable moody atmosphere. Food was average this time. Although the starters were lovely and we didn’t have to wait long for our food. Just please please please get some staff who have some people skills. It literally made us want to leave asap and not return which is a shame.

Okay food, abysmal service. 2nd time here, first visit was good which is why we returned, however things seem quite bad now. From the moment we arrived, we were left waiting without acknowledgment and had to flag down staff ourselves to get a table. We were seated at a flimsy, unstable table in the outdoor structure, which added to the discomfort. Throughout the meal, we had to actively seek out staff for anything we needed as they seemed inattentive and unapproachable. Our starters arrived, but the server failed to bring cutlery. I had to go inside to ask for some, only to be met with a dismissive attitude as the server begrudgingly handed me the utensils. The table next to us also experienced poor service, as their mains were brought out while they were still eating their starters, leading to an awkward situation. As for the food, I ordered the tuna pizza, which was disappointingly soggy. With the server preoccupied in the car park on his phone, there was no chance to address the issue. We decided to simply finish our meal and request the bill, which surprisingly included a service charge. Given the dismal service, I refused to pay it. Overall, the dining experience was uncomfortable and far below expectations. Sadly, this visit has discouraged us from returning in the future.

It's overrated and I don't get why it's on the Good Food Guide. The coffee was well diluted and below average, for over £3. The prices are not only inflated, but also they charge you a 12% service charge for the service that doesn't really exist. Like someone said in their review, it's in an industrial estate, hasn't got a restaurant atmosphere, yet they charge more than Manchester city centre prices. I wouldn't recommend and won't be back.

It was very average .Service wasn't great .lobster Ravioli a bit tasteless & not very hot . It was very busy so people must like it . Not for me I'm afraid ,it was abit grim & over priced .

Absolutely loved it here. Will be back even though it's a 30min drive from us. The staff were amazing, as much as the food and decor. Love!

lovely place, great service and delicious pizza :) we will definitely be coming back to try more!

Everything about this place is fantastic. Nico, the owner, is incredibly passionate about great food and great service. The pasta and pizza are excellent and your really can't go wrong with anything you choose, but the highlight is the desserts. The Mille foglie is as good as you'll get anywhere on the UK! It's a small place, and whether it's busy or not there's a great buzz. These kinds of venues need to be supported by the people of Manchester. They kick the crap out of places like San Carlo and Piccolino, as they're British representations of what Italian food is. This is the real deal, and it's serving the local community. Give it a tr, you won't regret it.!

Have to try and limit visits here to once every couple of weeks. The food is upsettingly good... And so is the coffee.

Off the beaten track discovery around Manchester - perfect food and service!

This place is our weekly morning coffee and cake stop and mid week dinner treat. It should be yours…

I didn't want my donaught and coffee to end. Great place!

Amazing pastries and service! Definitely would recommend :)

The food was so good we came twice during our 24h stay. Great atmosphere too. Definitely coming back! :)

Amazing food in a lovely place, quiet and relaxed atmosphere that leads to a restaurant that you'll definitely want to revisit

If you want an authentic taste of Italy 🤌🏻, step into this place! You won't regret it. The food is delicious, staff is friendly, and the prices are reasonable. Amazing find! 😍

After all the hype, with food and atmosphere we decided to try Lupo, yes food was excellent but the service was a big let down and the fact no provision for baby's seat being told that we cant place pram at the table as direct entry into kitchen. I'd have moved us to the outer area where it seemed a bigger spacious area. The dining room was small and cramped. Some of staff were good the others seemed very distracted. Which overall was a shame for such a niche place on an industrial estate

Amazing authentic Italian food.

Another amazing meal at LUPO. ........l just love it here. The food is fresh and amazing. Nico's passion for food just ooooozes out!!

Lupo isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a middle finger to every watered-down “Italian” joint out there. This place gets it. The carbonara? No cream, no nonsense—just silky, salty perfection that’d make a Roman weep. Every bite was a mic drop. If you’re after real Italian food, not the tourist-trap version, Lupo’s your new religion.

Went for my birthday. Food was awesome (look at size of calzone) and cakes to die for, too much choice. So had to take some home too!

Excellent food and very good service, this place is a little gem with big surprises! The pasta is so fresh and delicious.

My 1st visit today, not sure why I left it this long to visit. The welcome, location, atmosphere, service and food was gold standard. I enjoyed the delicious cannelloni for mains. The portion size and warm flavours were perfect, made my tummy do a dance! The beautiful apple tart and breakfast tea was a perfect desert pairing. Thank You all, It was all so lovely xxx

Was excited to try Lupo but found the Spaghetti Bolognaise and Carbonara dry and the Calamari was too chewy for my liking, perhaps this was because our food was collected. We will try Lupo again but will sit in to eat, the place looks like it has a good vibe and staff are friendly. I just felt for what I paid wasn’t upto the quality I expected .

First time here I think we got lucky getting a seat because it was 11:30 , will definitely be going back soon to check out the rest on the food what we had was really good.

First visit today despite living five mins away from it. It will not be the last. It was busy and we didn’t have a booking, but they managed to give us a table. Food was amazing. Service was amazing. Lovely stuff.

Went for lunch. It’s not fine dining but if you like authentic Italian food that feels home cooked by some ones Nona , you won’t be disappointed ; we had pasta and it was perfect and although we never get desert we went home with the most amazing chocolate eclairs and a pistachio version. Will definitely recommend and will be going back for seconds .

food was very nice, atmosphere was nice and chill went at 6pm food was amazing service from max was spectacular would recommend

Absolutely stunning … had a fabulous lunch with my daughter … great food and people … food homemade with love ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The food is excellent, easily the best Italian food I’ve eaten this side of Switzerland. This is how Italian food should be, simple quality ingredients prepared properly. Bravo

Turned up with no booking and thankfully they could fit us in because the food was AMAZING...I will be back for sure

Wow amazing food, pastries 🍰 and great coffee ☕️ This was or first time here but we will definitely be back. Staff were helpful and polite, and Nico the owner thank you for being so attentive.

This is our local italian and it’s great. The charm of the place is its location and its size, long may it continue!

Had the gnocchi di lupo. Good flavour but some of the meat was a little tough

Strange location. Not sign posted. Cramped industrial unit transformed into an over priced restaurant. Service random. No chilli oil....food however is authentic and good. Bakery items amazing.

Great little stop off bit of a hidden gem. Great food and good service. One issue but not with the place but with what happened when we were there. Some rude guy (who from the moment he sat down I could tell was going to be a problem) trying to complain about the portion sizes and price trying to get it for free but the owner/manager dealt with it perfectly. Will come back

Hi everyone! I have been on Thursday to Lupo with a friend and a pram because i have a small baby. They found us a place to seat fuming and not welcoming at all. After ordering the dessert and coffees took a while to come and it was not busy that day. After all of that they came a couple of times to our table telling us we need the table and told us to not come anymore there with the pram especially on busy days. So apparently mums with babies on the pram are not allowed he said on busy days only Wednesday and Thursday 3 o clock because is not very busy. I really didn’t like their attitude at all and just wanted to let all the mums know this information to not have the same experience as me .

Disappointingly average after all the hype we had seen and heard. MCR Finest has not helped Lupo and it is quite clear having chatted to the server that they could not cope with the influx of customers, at the detriment of the food. In terms of the restaurant itself, lovely traditional Osteria-style décor and atmosphere. Relatively small in size and quaint, bordering on snug: we were shoe-horned into the corner almost beside the till / counter itself. The food was okay. My Arancini starter felt rushed: hot and crisp exterior but soon uncovered a cold Bolognese and un-melted cheese core. Could have been delicious if it had been fried for longer rather than hastily expedited from ticket-to-table. My main and the most popular dish on the menu, Shin Beef Ragu and Gnocchi was adequate. I was expecting big things based on the recommendation from the server but it definitely fell short. AT least this dish was served hot. Service itself was lack-lustre also, failing to provide information and confidence-inspiring answers when questions on pretty common allergens. I'm half tempted to give the place a second chance when the new-found buzz dies down, but equally I feel there is better homely Italian restaurants around Greater Manchester which wouldn't give such doubt.

I was really hopeful that this place would be great but it lacked in every way possible. Signature gnocchi ragu looked like boiled fray bentos "stuff off nightmares" meat. Wait staff were randomly walking around auctioning off food to any table that would make eye contact. Asked for the bill, was told to go to the counter. Happily obliged but was ignored for 10 mins so thought I was mistaken so sat back down. My mum then asked to pay.. again , they asked us to stand at the counter where we watched the same waiter bottle up behind the bar and then proceed to start making drinks. I asked the manager if we could pay as my mother is disabled and we needed to get her back to her chair and he curtly responded that we haven't been waiting long and that we just stood up. He failed to notice that it was the second time we had attempted to pay. Awful experience. Cold, dank, dirty, and shitty attitude of manager. If you like unwiped plastic tablecloths and begging for your cutlery, go for it. Also, take your own napkin... didn't get one of those either.

Food was nice. The decoration was also cute and made it feel authentic (although this is essentially a restaurant / cafe in a warehouse). As the place is small, the tables/chairs are so close together that people are bumping to each other all the time. Service was suboptimal...the place was very busy and often had to go to the till to ask for something ....the worst thing though was when we first sat I asked for a diet coke, the waiter made the decision for me to get me an "organic cola" ..when I asked him about this drink whether it has sugar he confirmed there is even I asked for a diet drink!?.. I told him I don't want that drink and he proceeded to make another decision for a sparkling water for me without really asking me. That's not really how you ask for orders from a table! I found that quite an arrogant approach and ruined the experience for me from the start. Also at the end they charged us an extra cappuccino that we didn't order (honest mistake) so I had to also tell them about that.

We are not local to the area but we found this place by chance and have visited several times whenever we are in the area. What a wonderful find. The staff are welcoming and friendly, and even welcomed our dog. The food is delicious, every time. Such a wonderful place and we will absolutely be returning again.

Went as a group of 5 on a Sunday evening- very busy, buzzy atmosphere, nice homely decor feeling inside. Food was good but not exceptional. My friend and I shared the margarita pizza and the fennel sausage orechiette. The pizza was quite burnt around the crust , the pasta was lovely though- very al dente but I like it this way. service not so great, it took us ages to get somebody's attention to order. We asked a waitress if we could order and she bluntly said 'I don't do orders' so we asked her if she could get somebody else. She came across as rude; no smiling and whenever we asked her for something she just looked put out. She also didn't know what the dishes were, when she gave us the melazane parmigiana she thought it was lasagna which caused some confusion.

Amazing food at good value. A buzzing atmosphere inside.

Food was excellent - service wasn’t perfect but was pretty good. I think we had a new starter waitress

Wow what a gem of a place. Food absolutely delicious.

Amazing food, best Lasagna I have ever had and can also recommend the lobster ravioli. Our daughters love the margarita pizzas, definitely something for everyone. Great coffees and deserts was an added bonus.

Lupo is all about the food and it's well worth every penny. The ingredients are high quality and the menu is authentic. The café is small but this adds to the lovely atmosphere. Nico is a lovely gentleman and you can tell that food is his passion. He was happy to chat with us and advise us in relation to the menu due to our dietary requirements. The wine list is quality and the bakery items are the best that I have seen in the UK. I can honestly say, I will be back and the 3 hour journey there and back is well worth it.

Lupo is quite simply my favourite place to eat. A hidden gem that I'm so grateful I discovered. Every time I visit I agonise over what I am going to choose and I am never disappointed. The menu is chocka with tantalising pasta and pizza dishes, as well as weekly specials... but then there is the counter of freshly baked produce too. I can't visit without getting one of the bolognese balls, which are made from a dough that is softer than I thought was physically possible. As for the selection of desserts, they are truly beautiful - both to the eye and the mouth. I would go as far as to say the tiramisu cheesecake is quite probably the best thing I have ever eaten. My only reservation about writing this is I don't want the place to get so popular that I can't get a seat. But when you love something as much as I love Lupo, you have to shout it from the rooftops.

Our favourite authentic Italian Restaurant in Manchester.

I recently visited with a friend and her 3 month old baby, and it was a pretty unpleasant experience. The baby started crying (nothing out of the ordinary) but the staff started clearing our plates before we were done. They basically hinted that we should leave because it was getting busy, even though nobody was waiting to be seated. We told a staff member how uncomfortable this made us feel, but he didn't seem to care at all. No apology, nothing. It felt really unwelcoming, and it's clear that Lupo is not a good spot if you have kids who might make some noise. If you have young children, I'd suggest staying away. Clearly, this place isn't accommodating for little ones.

Came recently for dinner with a large group - fantastic experience from start to finish. The food is all delicious with a vast array of fresh desserts and a great wine list. We went for the arancini, lasagne & Lupo Pizza which was a 10/10. Nico is an excellent host and made us all feel incredible welcome, along with offering a great explanation of the menu/its origin etc. Couldn’t have been better. We will definitely be back!

Went to Lupo last week. Food excellent good coffee lovely atmosphere. If want authentic true Italian Food Lupo is for you. Its a little Italian Gem in Prestwich. My sister couldnt believe that the quality of food we had right in the heart of Prestwich!!!!! Molto Bene

LUPO is one of those special places where you feel instantly teleported to Italy ✨. The atmosphere is warm, the service is friendly, and the food is made with real care. We enjoyed the Bolognese arancini, LUPO pizza, and a side salad, all of which were simple, well-executed, and full of flavour. To drink, we had the house red wine and a Birra Moretti, both classic choices that paired well with our meal. Beyond the great food, LUPO also offers a fantastic selection of baked goods—perfect for rounding off your meal or taking something home for later. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to return to, not just for the food but for the welcoming experience. A real gem!

Nico catered an event for us, really amazing feedback everyone loved it and really good value! 10/10 would recommend

Amazing food, coffee and service

Always excellent. Lovely warm atmosphere, fantastic fresh pastries and excellent italian coffee. A credit to the owner.

Expensive for what it is. Restaurant was rammed so we got takeout. For 2 small coffees and 2 pastries (both of which were 90% whipped cream and pretty tasteless) it cost £16

Sorry that wasn’t a good experience at all and I feel that was overpriced pasta for what we had for £16.50 you would expect fresh pasta or homemade dry orecchiette.Really misleading the reviews

Great place. The owner is very friendly and the coffee is perfect ( if you like proper Italian coffee that is, if you like Costa and massive cups of milk it may not be for you) authentic food, great pizza. Can get busy if you have no patience go to McDonald’s. Like all things best experienced on site. I would never deliveroo a pizza and tbh never deliveroo anything. My daughter loves the pastries and I love the cinnamon swirls. Dog friendly too simply the best and not some pretentious Didsbury thing..

The food and service okay but I don't think that being in a shed at their prices is a good cafe /restaurant.

An authentic and friendly restaurant. I can’t recommend Lupo enough! The pasta and pizza dishes are delicious and I’ll be back to try the pastries. It’s great to have a restaurant like it in Prestwich - thank you!

We had an awful experience with deliveroo. Food cold when we received it. Deliveroo gave me a credit for less than £3 when I complained! The food went in the bin! I messaged Lupo and didn't even get a response. Poor service!

Been a fan ever since they started In Started In Salford Quays. Nico knows his food, and the selection on offer is fantastic. Im just gutted its now a bit of a trek away from where I live. 100% worth the trip though! Bravo Nico and team.

Lupo is an absolutely lovely little Italian café. It's tucked away on an industrial estate in Prestwich, and can be a bit hard to find. But once you get there, it's so worth the trip (I went back a week later). A little unassuming from the outside, once you go in you're greeted with a small but cosy and homely interior as well as lots of baked goods in a glass case. The people here are just as amazing as the food. All the staff are super friendly and gave us some good recommendations. The cappuccino and njuda bun I had on my first visit were divine, light and delicious I ended up having another coffee and then a custard pastry. On my second visit, we enjoyed the peppers, courgette flower fritters, and olives for starter, then the wild boar ragu and creamy mushroom pasta, all of which was delicious. We had a tiramisu to share for dessert, which just topped it all off. Both visits, I left feeling satisfied and I'm already planning my next trip!

9 of us ate here tonight..kids and adults. It was beautiful and we will be back and recommend to our friends. If I had to find a fault I'd say the calamari needed a mayo dip or something. My salmon pasta was divine. The desserts are exquisite.

Found Lupo when planning a catch up with another family 🙂 The location was a surprise but once inside it blew us away 🤓 Friendly and helpful staff. Italian feel and relaxed atmosphere. The menu catered for the whole group and we didn't want long once we had ordered 🤓 Starters, mains and desserts didn't disappoint 😋 Very reasonable price for the 9 of us 🤓 We will be returning in the future.

Fabulous food.. and the cakes/desserts are amazing too.. staff were lovely.. friendly and attentive.. well be back...

Fantastic food Fantastic service Fantastic atmosphere Weird location on an industrial estate but it does add to the charm The only slight criticism is though the coffee was amazing they are small

Having a place in Italy and then coming back to England is so difficult to find an authentic Italian restaurant. Lupo is by far the best authentic Italian restaurant we have ever eaten in in England. The pasta is outstanding cooked perfectly and none of the bloating that normally comes with pasta. Perfecto. If you have a sweet tooth you will be blown away with the variety of scrumptious cakes, crostatine, doughnuts and biscotti. Obviously the coffee is as it should be excellent. It’s rustic inside and in an unusual place but that truly adds to the authentic feeling of Italy. The best places to eat are never on a high street you have to look for them and Lupo is no different. Go and enjoy this little gem.

Lupo has a delicious array of fresh cakes and pastries. They also sell fresh calzones and other items which are out of this world. My daughter had a small portion of Spaghetti Bolognaise which was really tasty. I’ve also been lucky enough to have food picked up from here for me. I visited with a friend and our 2 small children, 7 months and 16 months. They don’t offer any high chairs and we were put in a corner with a 2 seater table. It was a small area hemmed in with 2 buggies. When there were 2 x 4 seaters close by. One taken up by a member of staff with his laptop and another with a few pictures on it. We didn’t feel particularly comfortable crammed in a corner and the experience was made more difficult with no high chair for one of the small children. For these reasons I don’t feel it is child friendly. Which is such a shame as we could have both sat there enjoying a lot more food. Sadly I won’t be attending as a family again. There are many other places in Prestwich and Whitefield that can provide a much comfier experience as a family.

Went for lunch with the family, it's hard not to have everything on the sweets counter. Great atmosphere and the food is amazing.

Beautiful place and wonderful staff, but if you know good food, this place is extremely disappointing. Extortionate for the quality and completely inauthentic. Microwaved, bland frozen broccoli. Stale fried calamari. Ravioli and pizza were just okay, could find food like that in cheap town locations. Pastries/desserts were nice! But also extremely overpriced. Many of the staff/possibly the chefs seemed like teenagers? Hoping we just went on a bad day but seems like overhyped visually aesthetic viral insta place with bad food - sold to people who are easily influenced/aren't foodies. Love the interior and the vision though!!!! Just was kinda hoping for the passion behind the food that Sparrows has as a "hidden gem" kinda place. Paid £96 for 2 mains, 2 starters + olives (£5?!), 2 drinks, 1 dessert and 2 pastries.

We recently visited, and it was a fantastic experience! My partner, who loves Italian food, was thrilled with the authentic menu, while I was pleased to find some great gluten-free pasta options. The pasta was absolutely delicious, though you can’t make modifications to the dishes, so be sure to choose carefully! I had a coffee, which was smooth and well-made, though only oat and regular milk were available, and I didn’t spot any dairy-free dessert options. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making for a pleasant meal. If you’re planning to go with a large group, I’d recommend booking in advance, as it can get busy. Overall, it was a lovely experience, and we’re definitely planning to return! (££)

Great hidden place with lovely setup, reasonable price and variety menu. Coffee is above average and pasta is par with large Italian restaurants. Will try their dessert next time!

Incredible - it was like stepping into a tiny italian bistro with amazing food, great prices (like the real italians do it) and perfect atmosphere. going to become my local for a quick hit of authenticity

Really nice authentic Italian food. Never had a bad meal here and the staff are very friendly! Cakes are stunning also :)

The food was delicious and the service was on point. The cakes and pastries are a sight to behold. We will be back. Loved it.

Lovely little cafe with lovely coffee and cake.

WOW.Our third visit but first time for food.Didnt disappoint.Loved it atmosphere and service was spot on,food was delicious.will definitely be going back

Lupo Caffè Italiano is a hidden gem, tucked away but well worth the effort to find. I visited for lunch and enjoyed delicious coffee, cakes, and food. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. The cosy atmosphere and excellent food make this a spot I’ll definitely return to. A true delight in a somewhat secluded location!

Great little place for Italian pasta . Had the lobster ravioli the sauce is so unctuous and not like the overly creamy ones in town . Great service, highly recommend this place instead of the usual town places

Pretty disappointing. Arancini was bland and a quite pathetic portion of gnocchi for 20quid! Carbonara was nice and so was pizza but again… pricey!

Cozy Italian place to hangout with friends It's pet friendly too

Quirky small cafe with restaurant prices,food was tasty but small portions for the price,staff were nice but had to ask for side plates for sharing pizza she brought one but needed two,we expected parmesan to be offered for our pasta dishes as is usually done in Italian restaurants,nice selection of cakes but expensive .

Having read reviews about this cafe on social media we were keen to visit for ourselves and it did not disappoint. Parking was easily available and the outdoor area is pretty and inviting. The interior is delightful and instantly transforms you. The counter is set our with the most beautiful presentation of pastries. We had pastries and coffee. Both delicious. We stayed for an hour and easily could have stayed longer. It is such a warm, inviting space.

Great coffee - great food. Lovely little hidden gem on an industrial estate. Well worth hunting out.

Fantastic place, owner Nico very kind and friendly!! Truly Italian food with only Italian products!!! Every Italian who is in Manchester and wants to feel at home must absolutely come here! Thank you for everything Nicola for the beautiful moment and the delicious amatriciana and those phenomenal homemade desserts that you made me eat!!!! Until next time !!

Very busy when we went at 5.30 pm. They had difficulty coping I think. My cacio pepe was a very small, dry portion of vermicelli with clumps of pepper and cheese fused together. My wife had to wait over 20 minutes after the rest of us for her main course - a pata and pork dish she liked. One of my son's had a pizza which was very nice. The other had a dry (no pasta water?) carbonara. Starters of calamari and arancini were ok.We had some cakes afterwards and they were lovely. So a real mixed bag food wise.

Absolutely 💎 Good food good vibe. Nico and team know how to make good food and good service

I was occasionally in Manchester with friends and happened to come across Lupo! Omg ! As an Italian I wish we had Lupo in London, food is so genuinely Italian, I felt like I was back in Italy. We tried everything ! 😅😅 Best breakfast ever !!!

We played with our band in Lupo for a private event and we had a blast. The owner was super nice to us and the food was absolutely fantastic ! Great idea to have an outdoor party like you see in Tuscany!

Just 5 words needed Absolutely Fantastic And Massively Recommended

Excellent food but awful service.

Food and service was top notch! Second time going, Rigatoni Calabrese was incredible.

Incredible pasta, huge selection of pastries, great wine

So good, will be coming back again!

Don’t come here with babies or young children, no attempt to accommodate them in any way - was even forced to change my baby outside on the floor of the industrial estate

We came last year and the prize are over the roof now. 3 cappuccino, 3 bomboloni and 2 small calzoni. 35 pounds.

We’ve been here a couple of times for dinner now and highly recommend. On our last visit, we also bought some of the homemade biscuits which we took to take away - they were delicious! 10/10

Amazing coffee and doughnuts from this unassuming little cafe tucked away on an industrial estate.

Wonderful place, authentic drinks, dishes and baked goods with real Italian spirit. Can't wait to visit again soon. Grazie mille!