Salt & Pepper in Manchester

Did not expect something to be so delicious! Afternoon wondering what to have for dinner we decided to pull in here, place was buzzing, and service was quick but the food was incredible. Had a surf and turf which I thought was great value, prawns were exceptionally crispy and paired great with the lemon mayo and the FLANK STEAK, SOOOOOOO DAMN GOOD, was so tender and juicy and had an incredible smoke flavour, the chips were awesome and the salad gave great freshness, not ur bog standard salad! The mixed box with the trilogy meats was also outstanding, crispy sticky beef, salt and pepper chicken and sticky chicken were all so tasty, will deffo be back and don't forget to try all the sauces!!!!

Visited Manchester for a day trip with my partner and a friend said we must visit here for food, they were absolutely right! We had the mixed box with 2x chickens and beef with half and half fries and rice. The food was fantastic and if it was open later on in the day too we have returned on the same day! Next time we visit I shall be checking it’s open so we can definitely visit again.

LOVED this place. Wanted to visit for so long & it did not disappoint.

I have previously been here several times and thoroughly enjoyed the food but lately the portions have been inconsistent. Ordered a mixed box today only to get 3/4 bites of chicken and 3/4 of beef and a hell of a lot of chips to bulk up the box. Truly disappointed

The food is so good and the staff made sure to get it in time as we were rushing to catch train . Staff were nice and quick

Had grilled chicken half rice/chips.. rice was good, chicken sooo bland no seasoning at all. They previously offered a soy sauce based condiment which you help yourself to but that's been replaced with a range of mayo sauces which does not go with grilled chicken. Not sure why the wait was 15 -20 mins today, it wasn't busy but was so disorganised. No beepers to call you to collect your order but staff just constantly shouting people's names out. So annoying.

Actually used to rate these guys but just ordered of uber eats. Firstly the price is more on there, but cool. What really annoyed me is when u come into the shop, they give a pot of sauce with the meal. On my order i requested a SMALL pot like they usually give anyway in store and was told i have to buy?? So im paying more and receiving less than if i came in. Makes no sense and highly disappointed

Good food with fast service! Every time in Manchester

We’ve tried this place before a couple of times (last year) as we aren’t from mcr, we travelled over specifically for this as we remember it being so good! Honestly, it was awful, we both got a mixed box, I had all chicken and it was squidgy and only just about cooked… the beef tasted like fish? Were they cooked in the same pan? Who knows but not what you really want when you order sticky beef but hey ho, just an overall disappointment to be honest, food was just about warm and the portions are tiny now, really sad and won’t be bothering again!

Portions have become smaller and more expensive. Still tasty but not like what it used to be. Less choice of sauces and you can’t take more than one pot which for the money you are paying is a shame.

Really nice Chinese food. Super filling and worth £10.

Great place, just wish you opened later in the day! We need more chicken! Always eat here when I get some time in Manchester.

Really good place to eat good menu selection and reasonable prices.

Salt & Pepper is a solid choice! I'd give it a 4/5 stars. The food is really good, and the flavors are on point. The atmosphere is nice too, making it a great spot to chill with friends. Definitely recommend giving it a try!

Salt & Pepper is a solid choice! I'd give it a 4/5 stars. The food is really good, and the flavors are on point. The atmosphere is nice too, making it a great spot to chill with friends. Definitely recommend giving it a try!

Food was very salty more, tasted artificial. The prawns batter was so hard and without taste, I had to peel the off to get to the prawns. The sauces, chilli mayo tasted like medicine. The toilet was unclean and the floor very slippery, it was easy to slip. Owners need to have a look at their recipe. Not going back there for sure!

I’ve been a customer for more than 2 years but the portions are getting smaller and smaller, the last order I made came with a few fries and a bit of rice, it’s very disappointing.

Must visit, not to be missed. Great!

The best salt and pepper chicken I’ve ever had. Already planning my next trip! The salt and pepper hash browns were pretty neat too.

After finding this place on TikTok we had to go. And we were not disappointed. The food was absolutely amazing with us getting the sticky chicken and sticky beef. Prices are reasonable also. Staff friendly and helpful. Very busy and it closes at 6 so get there early! Will definitely be returning on our next trip!

food here is absolutely delicious and the staff are so lovely and friendly! usually busy, and now i can totally understand why :]

The only place to get the salt and pepper flavour craving dealt with!

I have become a regular at this place for more than a year now.

Great lunch spot and always rammed as soon as the doors open. Don't worry if you see a long queue when you land - the staff are next level and it's incredible to see how quickly they handle the crowds (always with a smile too). Foods great and make sure to hit up the sauces.

Great place to go for food.. was absolutely delicious and such a good portion. We had the sticky chicken half and half, hash browns and salt and pepper wings which were amazing would definitely recommend

I love salt and pepper my favourite place to ho in town but feel like the portion size on the rice keeps getting smaller

Have to say that this is one of the best street food places in Manchester. I ordered the Salt and Pepper Chicken meal with a side of Curry and it was absolutely delicious! The chicken was crispy on the outside but tender and succulent on the inside. Sitting on top of perfectly cooked crinkled cut fries with a coleslaw, I couldn’t have asked for more. Great portion, just right for a dinner or big snack. Curry sauce was spot on. Not too hot, sweet but had a little after kick. I would highly recommend anybody come here for lunch, dinner or a night time treat! Five Stars all the way ❤️

Really nice food, great service, little bit too busy and chaotic setup that's the only negative, so you can have a calm meal but the food and staff are great. If the layout was changed to be a bit more tranquil, that would be good

I'm a fan of this restaurant, reasonably priced and a good selection of various salt and pepper style meals, a bit busy during certain times of the day and considering its not that big of a restaurant you could get slightly frustrated by this

I rate the street food vibe here, tasty options, yes the dishes are quite salty but I didn’t expect anything less! We had sticky beef, surf & turf, hash browns and calamari - surf & turf I would go back for and only criticism would be that the calamari could have been crispier! Reasonably priced for what it is

Great food, service and atmosphere 🤞

Still got receipt and I went there on 11/07/2024 at 12:56. Order salt and pepper chicken with just boiled rice £9!!! They don’t even do egg fried rice. The boiled rice was nice but the chicken was non existent. It was all batter. Worst salt and pepper chicken I’ve ever had. Went here with work on lunch and eat at office, if I wasn’t in work I would have walked it back and got a refund.

Food was delicious and plenty for what you pay. It's a little chaotic when ordering, but staff do well, they were polite and quick to respond to questions.

Excellent fresh food and speedy service

Great value delicious food ! Dining area could do with a bit more love with the traffic it gets!

Arrived around midday and very busy. Great choices but taste is similar regardless - but tasty in any case. Had to wait 15 minutes for lunch to arrive but worth it I guess. Regular portions are plenty enough and good choice of sauces to dip/add. Would go again but only if I fancied a pricey streetfood type lunch and had plenty of time.

Nice quick eat in Manchester. The steak is pretty good! Everything is super salty though so you’ll be thirsty for days after.

YOUR CHICKEN GAVE ME FOOD POISONING!!!! IVE BEEN SICK FOR A WEEK AND IT WASNT EVEN THAT GREAT!

Great value for food ratio, ruined by dreadful food hygiene. Honestly, the food was a tad too salty but still very delicious until the point we found hairs in two separate boxes. After glancing at the kitchen it appears none of the staff cooking were wearing hair nets 🤢 I wish I could give this place more stars and it could've become our new favourite spot if it wasn't for the lack luster hygiene.

Unreal! It’s salty and unhealthy (as you would expect) but boy is it good. Service was fast but friendly be prepared to struggle to find a seat in peak hours.

The food was quite nice, but the portion lacked size

Food was nice, price was average for Manchester centre. My only real gripe was the music being played, felt like I'd walked into JD Sports. But that's preference I guess.

Yes. They sell salt and pepper food but it was too salty to me. Try less salt and try to use msg

such good portion sizes , very very delicious

We first tried salt and pepper back in February and ever since it has became the benchmark for me and my partner whenever we eat out. My only regret with Salt and Pepper is that I didn’t try some of the smaller items before having what i believe to be the best item on the menu, the mixed box. For just £10 me and my partner would get the mixed box each (£20 total) and within this we would have the sticky beef, salt and pepper chicken and then half salt and pepper chips and half rice. 🤌 and only recently have I decided to have the £2 extra option to have the sticky chicken added. You simply cannot get enough of this place. My advice to someone who goes here is to try the rest of the menu before the mixed box, work your way up to the best item. But a place as good as this comes with its con. It is always full but that is a good problem to have 😂 despite it being full, the staff are very quick and friendly with their service. I have never found that I have had to wait any longer than 10 minutes for food even if the queue is out the door.

Definitely worth the hype - very friendly service and the food was fantastic. A great stop for any salt and pepper lovers!

My sister was raving about this place So I thought I’ll go with her n her 2 kids Very busy Make sure you look at the menu before heading towards the tills to order I got the sticky beef, sticky chicken and the normal chicken in a box of half chips and half rice £12 not bad as it’s a big portion You get a selection of sauces to choose from Garlic herb mayo, Canton and Szechuan chilli mayo ( my favourite) Absolutely delicious food Crunchy, sticky, lip licking and finger licking food The smell is intoxicating and addictive A must go to place if your in the centre of Manchester and it’s not expensive compared to some other places

Easily my favourite street food place in the UK, this place is gem to Manchester. If you like Chinese food then it's a no brainer!

This place is worth the hype, loved the hash browns & tofu & the different types of dip. Well priced considering its popularity, location & portion sizes. “Small bites” easily a full lunch for myself & my partner (bigger appetite) had one of the wraps, without the chips, & it was enough for him. Quick service considering how busy it was & food was fresh & tasty. Want to go back already!

Usually I order off uber eats delivery, but my order has been wrong 3 times so I decided to visit the venue. I have an intolerance to green leaves like lettuce and other salad items. I clearly stated I wanted no salad. My daughters box came perfectly how we ordered. I have to be honest the flavours are delicious but just not worth getting poorly over. My box came and looked perfect but for some reason had a full variety of green salad leaves and onions and all sorts not even the usual slaw and cucumber. The whole half of the box underneath my food was salad. This disgusted me but I tried to not let it bother me too much. Then I remembered last week when I ordered and paid extra for prawns and didn't receive them. Give the girl her due they did offer to replace it but my daughter had almost eaten hers at this point and I don't like complaining about food and getting new food. Rather it was right to start with. Safe to say I won't be making it 4 times of bad orders only once I have had my food correct. Very disappointed. If you don't mind squashing in and getting not what you ordered definitely visit.

Fantastic choice for all. Sticky chicken went down a treat. Would definitely recommend to others

Absolutely 10/10. The salt and pepper hash browns are the best I've ever had! 2 boxes 2 drinks and a portion of hash browns 26.90 bargin! Thanks guys we will be back

Lovely café/take out place. Delicious salt and pepper flavours and they serve beer. I got the mixed box and the chicken/beef is loaded on top of crinkle cut chips and pickled veg. Very nice sticky beef and chicken. Excellent value for money too.

Stunning, lived up to the hype! Had the salt and pepper tofu wrap, salt and pepper chips and the hot curry sauce. Food was on point, and the service exceptional. Will be a regular stop in Manchester!

The hype form tiktok is overrated. I went there today to try with my friend food was eatable. Service is really friendly, and that's all positive, I have to say. It's been 9 hours after our mean, and we can still feel it. It does not sit well in our stomachs. I can not imagine going back to work, and while talking, ppl could smell what I had to eat... tables where moving never knew is its going to fell over barley holding on.

It is obvious from the name what is served here! I tried the mixed chicken box which was a very generous portion. It was very busy which is a good sign but the restruaunt was rather noisy. The service was very efficient.

Great food! Combination of Asian Fusion Takeaway style food which tasted great! Had the chicken wing, tofu and prawn which all were good. Would come back and try more of different foods on the menu

The food was very salty and it wasn’t pleasant to order. There wasn’t any wow factor about anything. However the portions size was good

I have been a regular customer for a long time. I love the food there especially squid and salt and pepper chicken. first time i tried it i love it that i shared the address with all my friends and sisters. Every time we go to town, the only place we go to eat was here. But recently my sister felt sick after eating it, vomiting at night …. We thought it was something else. But yesterday i ate the same meal she ate, the salt and pepper chicken which is my favourite. Same thing happened with me. I wasn’t able to sleep bc of the stomach cramps, diarrhea and i vomited as well. I an just scared that is salmonella infection, as i saw on google bc i have same symptoms. I would like you inspect about that.

Absolutely unreal, I'd eat here for the rest of my life for every meal of the day if I could.

Very tasty food. Shrimps are delicious. There are always many people in the institution, long queues, but it is worth it. I recommend

I think this place is well worth the hype. It tasted absolutely amazing and they have a great selection of sauces available. The tofu option is great and the hashbrowns were amazing. Big portion sizes as well. The only reason why I am giving it 4 and not 5 stars are the opening times. There’s absolutely no way a person working a 9-5 will be able to go here as this place shuts at 6pm every day. On the weekend you have to start queuing for this place about 10 min before the opening time to get a seat. It’s very popular but definitely worth it. Just wish they’d stay open a bit longer. The prices vary a lot from the online menu - in person it’s way cheaper.

Super tasty!! Really enjoyed the food and it was a good sized portion. Fast service even during a busy lunch.

Great portions and really good flavor. Love that you can try the array of sauces.

Amazing food, well worth a visit. It tastes amazing but does get very busy!

Cheap and yummy option. Choose the sticky version 😏

Fast Asian food in a wrap, great, did exactly what I expected. Was just a bit to heavy on the msg for me though.

A bit over rated, yes it’s fresh and presentable but the flavour isn’t all that great. Tastes kind of boring and bland. Got the crispy salt and pepper prawn and chicken. It’s not the best salt and pepper out there and I don’t think I’d come back. The price is also very expensive which doesn’t help since it’s not a 10/10

Really busy, impersonal, felt a bit rushed. Table was really dirty and cleaned ourselves, not sure if this is what you're supposed to do. Very loud. Quite pricey for what it is. Have heard people raving about this place and it was OK. We had sticky chicken, salt and pepper tofu and chicken all either rice and chips. The sticky chicken was quite sweet. The extra sauces are good. If you're looking for a quick eat then this is the place. Portion size was quite big. Tofu was really good and the salad with the tofu was better than with the chicken. Not terrible but not raveable either.

Need a salt and pepper more local. Very tasty indeed

Very taste and come in the big portion!

Been looking forward to a visit here for a while. We ordered a mix box, salt and pepper chicken and salt and pepper calamari. While the mix box was lovely and the chicken also delicious, my calamari tasted just a bit floury but otherwise nice. The place was super super busy, seating area full and loads of people waiting for to go orders. Even though it was busy, the staff were really nice and our orders came out quick. All in all, a good visit. I'll give it another try next time we're in the area.

My recent visit to Salt and Pepper Manchester left much to be desired. Despite the hype on social media, the experience fell short in various aspects. Firstly, the food was disappointingly bland, lacking the flavor profiles expected from a restaurant that boasts about its culinary offerings. Secondly, the pricing seemed unjustifiably high for the quality delivered, leaving a bitter taste in the mouth, figuratively speaking. Lastly, the curry sauce, a staple in many dishes, failed to impress with its lack of taste, further adding to the overall disappointment of the meal. In conclusion, while Salt and Pepper Manchester may have garnered attention on social platforms, my personal experience did not live up to the expectations set, making it difficult to recommend to others seeking a flavorful dining experience.

Amazing food, great service. I’ve ate here multiple times, food is always very flavourful and staff very friendly. Highly recommend

Salt and Pepper offers a flavorful journey right in the heart of the city. It's been recommended by many, and so, we finally came. My recent visit here allowed me to indulge in their much-acclaimed food, specifically salt and pepper chicken, (pictured) accompanied by a generous portion of chips. The chicken was outstanding—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and seasoned perfectly with just the right balance of salt and pepper with spice that tingled my taste buds without overpowering the natural flavors of the meat. The chips were a delightful companion, crisp and golden, acting as the perfect foil to the spiced chicken. Prices were fair, but perhaps a tad too high. However, the popularity of Salt and Pepper does come with its downsides. The restaurant was overwhelmingly busy, which led to a few issues. Firstly, the waiting time was minimal, yet we had no where to stand to wait for the order, and the bustling atmosphere, though lively, felt a bit too chaotic at times. The staff, while courteous, seemed run ragged, struggling (but succeeding) to keep up with the demanding pace of the crowded eatery. In conclusion, if you’re planning to visit Salt and Pepper, be prepared for a bit of a chaotic time and a bustling crowd, especially during peak hours. But rest assured, the delicious food, particularly the salt and pepper chicken, is well worth the inconvenience. For a more relaxed experience, consider visiting during off-peak hours or opting for takeout rather than sit-in, to enjoy their delectable offerings at your own pace.

Too busy during weekend, but the food tasted great

Delicious and good value for money

Wanted to try here for ages and it did not disappoint! I had a sticky chicken wrap and the chicken was so good and we shared some salt and pepper hash browns, which were a big hit!

I'm a delivery driver, I really enjoying picking up orders from Salt & Papper, the staff are very friendly and treat you well, I never had an issue.

A great lunch spot. A good amount of food for the value. It can help very busy so be prepared to wait. The hash browns are a must

Beautiful food!! Came highly recommended from a friend, and boy, did it live up to the hype. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and chips were amazing. Also recommend the hash browns, the nicest hash browns I have ever had! They opened at midday, and we arrived at 12:05. After 10 minutes, there was a queue out the door, so arrive early or be prepared to queue.

Speedy service. Food was nothing special.

Amazing food, nice treat stop while.out shopping. Would love to live closer so I could visit more often

I arrived 15 minutes after opening, and the queue was pretty long. Its obviously very popular, easy to see why. I has salt and pepper squid and chicken with sticky rice and chips. The dining area is busy, with a few booths and then tables with people sitting where they could. Is it delicious - yes, very Is it healthy -nope, not at all However, the food must have MSG in it... in the sauces. I was ill from it the following day.

We've been here about 5 or 6 times over the past few years. Before, when they were based in the Arndale market and then subsequently in their new store. It just seems to get better & better. A lot more efficient now, menu layout is great, self serve sauce counter is boss and the food never misses. The portion sizes are huge. A box could easily satisfy me for two meals!

Soooooo tasty! Absolute must visit!!!

Definitely an example of somewhere that's lost it's quality since going viral. Ate here when it was a pop up in a different location and the food was incredible. Unfortunately since getting there own place it was all pretty dry and overall really mediocre when we went. Think maybe it's turned into a fast food approach just getting as many people in and out to try and keep up with demand vs keeping the quality up.

Tried the trending Hash Browns here. They are worth the hype. This place is very busy not sure whether you will get a table.

A very busy eatery. Popular with young student types. The food is reasonably priced, I guess. It’s fairly decent in terms of portion size and quality.

Always busy, but service is fairly quick. Amazing food.

Really enjoyed the food, was very tasty! Restaurant was packed but managed to grab a table, ordering was efficient and didn't have to wait too long for food to be ready

Economical and tasty grub Update 26/03 - food was so off today. Salt and pepper chicken was like thin fried crisps, difficult to chew. prawns batter was undercooked and quite raw to eat. Wasted my money today :(

The perfect mix of british chinese food. salt and pepper flavouring for anything is the best. It was very busy when I went and has fight for a seat. However, the food came out very quickly and tastes amazing and fresh I definitely recommend the wrap.

Felt absolutely dirt after this, way too much salt & msg. Mouth in bits and feel violated, help. In a nutshell - dirt sauce

Great place. Very caring for allergies.

So delicious!! Really busy but very quick service!

Don’t let the queue for this place put you off, it’s there for a reason. Had the sticky chicken kabab, good amount of food and tasty too. Seating is abit of a nightmare if your not taking away but all round good place to good.

I saw many recommendations, and I was worried that it was overhyped, but it was the opposite. The hash browns were so crispy, and the tasty prawns were a bit too salty, but still, I enjoyed it so much.

The food was very good, I got a wrap. I was satisfied with it although it contained more salad than chicken. The place has a calm vibe and it’s quite nice to sit in and enjoy your meal.

Busy lunch time quick food, very tasty and reasonably priced. Toilets on site and short walk to Shudehill Tram stop. Will visit again