This & That in Manchester

Tasty good value curry house. Friendly service

Great value for the price. Can choose three kinds curry from £6.00.

Unreal. 2 meat 1 veg with rice on a Wednesday: lamb and pea, chicken curry, spinach and potato. All the garnish. Samosas fire too. Lovely little place for quick tea, nice seeing all sorts of people eating there. Staff very friendly. One day I will try every single dish

I'd heard about This and That a few times, it's reputation proceeded it. I knew it was rice and three and canteen style. But I was a bit anxious about ordering as ihave anxiety and had never been before but the lady was lovely and explained to me which curry wss which. The food was delicious and hot and I paid £9.50 for my rice and three and a drink.

I heard a lot about this infamous Manchester three & rice, so when visiting the city thought it’d be worth a try. I tried the chicken tikka masala, keema and kidney beans and potatoes with rice, but to my surprise didn’t think much of any of it.

Very tasty food and excellent price (£6 to £8 pounds). The restaurant is super simple and has a buffet with different curry options, which change according to the day of the week. They have fresh naan and the service is very welcoming and pleasant. I wish I had never visited the place, because now I want to go back every week. I highly recommend it!

Lovely curry’s but the onion bhaji was rock hard and garlic naan bread wasent very upto scratch

Nah this place is unreal! I can’t believe something could be so literal of the meaning of a hidden gem. Tucked away, this delicious restaurant/takeaway offers some of the best tasting, generous, affordable food in the whole of Manchester. I have tried multiple 2-3 curries on rice and this by far is the best one in Manchester.

First visit in over 20 years. If anything better

Another top notch scran at Manchester's finest R&3! Honestly got nothing bad to say the place at all, great food, great staff & great atmosphere. Barely a tenner for the R&3, Roti & a Meat Samosa. Fantastic value!

I had a fantastic experience here enjoying their flavorful nasi briyani! The rice was perfectly cooked and fragrant, with a generous portion that’s both filling and satisfying. It came with three delicious side dishes, each full of authentic spices and rich flavors that complemented the briyani beautifully. The best part is the affordability—great quality and taste without breaking the bank! Highly recommended for anyone craving a tasty and budget-friendly Indian meal.

only criticism is that they hadn't cut the pizza

As normal a really good hot tasty pizza.

Amazing food at bargain prices. Just left with the Mrs, both absolutely stuffed for 20 quid.

Used several times so far. I took curry and chapati home twice as well as in the store. I previously lived in India for 5 years, and although the spices in the food here are not as strong as they are here, it is always the best. The store staff are generally friendly and kind.

Very friendly service, food served almost immediately. The food is tasty, even large portions. We ordered chicken tikka masala, curry chicken, garlic naan and samosa and paid £17.

Fantastic and incredibly affordable Indian food with wonderful, friendly and very attentive staff! 10/10 would eat here again.

I had rice, beef keema, lamb nihari, and chickpeas takeaway. It was an amazing meal, and it cost me only £7. I would definitely come here again. The food was homely and delicious. The space was crowded because who wouldn’t want to come here and have this food?

The hidden gem of Manchester, if you're wanting frills then this isn't the place for you, but if you're wanting good decent food at a very good price then this is the place to go. We chose the 3 meat with rice for £8, she got keema and peas, chicken curry and chicken tikka and a plain naan for £1.50, all tasted amazing, perfectly cooked and very filling. The real testament was how busy it is, the guy next to us said it was his third time this week, another said 2nd time this week. If you're in Manchester this place is worth the visit.

Great place serving excellent food. Rice and 3 curries £6-£7, what’s not to like? Good choice of meat and veg curry, bhajis, samosas and bread also on offer. Cafe style place no frills and great food.

Nice curries at cheap prices. Perfect for a quick lunch if you fancie some tasty indian/Pakistani Street food.

Delicious and cheap for England and probably even Poland. I recommend

Great place hidden on Soap Street. Fantastic choice of curries, lots of possible combinations; rice with three vegetable curries or two veg one meat, two meat one veg or three meat. Around £7 depending on combination. Add a fresh roti for £1. One of the best curry houses in central Manchester. Well worth a visit...

Can't fault this amazing authentic eaterie! Lovely people, unbelievable value and a gem tucked away from the crowds. Can't wait to visit again.

There's a 50% chance you’ll probably miss it or look at the dark alley and wonder - this can't be it...because this place is literally at the corner of an alley, blocked by bins from the bar or barrels. But this is an absolute gem in Manchester! Nothing spectacular, simply basics and that's the beauty of it! Set of curries with rice, good portions, great atmosphere and very reasonably priced...like £6-£7! A proper DESI food, when you’re craving for chana daal, keema, or sabzi bhaji. Great stuff! Since 1984. And halal.

In a back alley, looks like it's not finished but Mo was lovely, food was decent. If you want no frills good value quick meal this is the one. Lassi was lovely

Wow! Was over from Bradford, popped in on basis of reviews and website photo (lol!) Brilliant food, lovely ambience and service, fantastic ethic and unbelievable value for money (as a Yorkshireman this is a big plus haha!). Please don’t move to a bigger venue/ cash in, this is perfect as it is and I’ll definitely come back with friends and family. Thank you!

Decent quality and delivered hot!

Do not walk past this place without ordering something

Came here with my brother after walking round Manchester for a few hours - what a great place to stop at. The food tasted great. We had curries, rice and naans and left with empty plates - delicious and hot but not too hot. The place is easy to miss, tucked down a side street but well worth a bit of searching. We liked that within 3 minutes of walking in we were eating. Definitely a place to come back to 👍

Delicious as always. Very friendly.

Tasty fresh homestyle food at reasonable prices. It can't be faulted and luckily I don't live in Manchester as I'd be there twice a day and 20 stone heavier!

This was the first time I had visited This & That. My son always raves about it & insisted on taking me. All he did was tell me not to judge the place by what the premises look like outside. We visited on a Saturday evening and within 45 mins of closing. I have to be honest, on turning into Soap Street and seeing the restaurant front I didn’t hold out for much. On entering the premises there was a healthy amount of people sat down eating their food, as well as people queueing up to order. The servery looked like a school dinner counter, but well stocked with piping hot food. The lady who served us was very pleasant and advised us on what each dish was. I chose Chicken Tikka masala, Keema curry, chicken curry & rice, with a side of a garlic naan. I’m a spicy food lover, so was a bowl of pencil chilli’s to add to my dish. We took our seats on the provided benches & tucked into our food. I have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food for the £7 we paid for our plate full. The food was lovely, the staff were all chatty & happy to engage in conversation & banter. To summarise, don’t judge a place based on its appearance. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit & will definitely go again. The only negative I can think of, is that they have a Man U crest on the wall, which made me feel nauseous when eating. 😂😂

Every time I eat here, it's the best curry I've ever tasted in my entire life.

A hidden gem with lots of atmosphere. Tried This & That for the first time off recommendation and it certainly didn't disappoint. There's a charismatic feel to this place which feels quintessentially Mancunian. Highly recommend.

Rice and three curries. I liked mutton curry.

Place is down an unattractive side alley. First time here about 6pm. Place was hectic but the staff kept on top of everything and was served pretty fast. Food was amazing and the nan bread came straight from the oven steaming hot. Prices are very cheap considering its in the heart of Manchester.

Great place always go here and always consistent and friendly staff thankyou for your delicious food we will be back every Friday

Tucked away in a back street (Soap St) this place does excellent food not a fancy place Sit wherever you want the food makes it staff great, service quick well worth a visit

Delicious food, great value, nothing more to add!

Probably the best value curry house Manchester.

the chicken here got me very sick in the hospital for 3 weeks. would not recommend. the old man is also vert rude

Hardly get any food fir your money these days, tiny portion sizes and the same choices day in day out. Bland and boring

Really a hidden gem! You wouldn’t notice it if you didn’t have the intention of finding it. Small place (I don’t imagine the outside has changed since the 80s!), basic set-up: you go up and get your rice and 3 main items. £7 for rice, 1 veg and 2 meats. Can put as many white onions, chillis and coriander on your plate as you like at the end. They also sell samosas, pakoras, naans etc. All really fresh and flavourful food - in particular I’d recommend the keema. Staff also had a smile on their face. Solid stuff, I intend to come back!

We went to This and That for the first time today. Very authentic, very delicious and incredibly good value for money. Samosas were absolutely divine! Staff are lovely. We will definitely definitely return.

Wow, we just had the best meal! Everything was so flavorful and cooked perfectly. The service was great too, our server was so friendly and helpful. We'll definitely be back soon to try more of the menu. Highly recommend this place!

I have found one of the best restaurant In Manchester.

Lovely people, we left full and happy.

Pizza’s are delicious and the staff are lovely!

My friend was very eager to take me to her favourite place and she said its halal (not sure now because can't see halal sign online or anywhere) but guy who own that place was Muslim I guess because I spoke to him on the counter). I trusted my friend as she was very excited to show me best curry place . I won't say this is the best curry I have ever had but it must be the only available best in town .my whole score is to their atmosphere.how welcoming and friendly environment they have for all communities.clean place ,food was warm and fresh ,quick service. If you in town and want have warm samosa or naan,then I highly recommend it these 2 items from their menu.

First time - friendly staff, great service and delicious food. Thank you.

Cheap, delicious curry, and decent portions.

Nice food and good portion. Owner is very attentive and kind.

Fantastic food, genuine care and quality. Fast service too. Small place but a jewel for taste and value. I plan to keep coming back here during my visit to Manchester.

Be prepared to que for 10-15 mins, its like a cafeteria of sorts with excellent range of high quality food and serve soft drinks worth the wait!

Absolutely love this place! Even though it can get super busy, I like that it still feels like a local secret and unless you go searching for it, you’ll hardly ever just stumble upon it! The vegan/vegetarian cabbage dish and the chicken tikka masala are must haves when available, very delicious! All vego curries are also vegan and to my knowledge, ALL curries are gluten free!

If you have been, you know ! Finest food in town.

Cheap tasty lunch,wots not to like

Manchester legend. The OG rice & 3. Great food, great prices!

The food is amazing! Really good value for money. Must visit

Super tasty Indian food with good price. Highly recommended

Absolutely delicious street food style Indian , an absolute diamond of a place , doesn’t look much from outside but tastes amazing and lovely staff , 3 curry and rice a bargain 👌

Cheap and cheerful, but excellent curry! I always try to visit when I'm in Manchester!

Unreal. Don't even think about it just go. £6 a plate in 2024. Don't know where they are making savings because it isn't on flavour.

Love this place, great food, fast friendly service. Great prices xx

Incredible bargain. I had a large Lamb Nehari with two naans for £10! The service is incredibly fast and very popular.

This place is NOT a restaurant, however, the food, the staff and, amazingly, the ambience was great. Cheap and cheerful but a lucky find.

This place left me seriously ill with food poisoning for over a week. Not been ill like this in a long time and defo not from a place in the UK. Never again.

Absolute hidden gem of Manchester! Favourite place to eat in the whole of Manc such good quality of food and amazing price! Staff are so lovely! Must visit!

Restaurant behind the most dodgy looking alleyway 😆 but restaurant interior is decent and simple but not fancy - what you would expect from a quick eat place A handful of curry options based on the meat or veg. Changes each day, and to be honest, half the time, I have no clue what curry they are, but they're all so nice. Some are slightly spicier than others, so if you can't eat spicy food, then make sure to ask. Portion sizes are large for the price, and the curries are delicious. Mango lassi is also available by the glass - just ask for it when you pay at the counter.

Famous for it's Rice & three, and the place does it nicely. Decent quantity for a single person for the price.

Nice cafe style Indian for a quick dinner if ure local. I got the three meat curries and rice for 8 pound absolute bargain I got lamb karahi , chicken tikka masala and keema .the lamb was really soft and probably my favourite not the tastiest curry I’ve had but definitely a good meal at a good price.

Basically on a side alley where it could be easily missed one gets a 2 or 3 item platter with naan or other bread for about 8 quid. Fast & easy-the items of the day come ready to plate. Nothing amazing but a great option when one is on vacay in Madchester & needs a quick meal.

Great value high quality food served simply and with a smile 😊

Me & my mate are in bed with food poisoning. Really bad. Unsure if it was the kebab or curry, but it’s defo food poisoning l!

Rice, three excellent curries, a paratha, bhaji and a rubicon for 12 quid...

Great place for a curry. Cheap, friendly, delicious, spotlessly clean,great vibes.

Just the best value food anywhere. Lamb and spinach curry, Dhal Bombay potatoes and rice. Plus samosas and onion bhaji with side salad yoghurt and tamarind? sauce. It looks so unlikely from the outside but it's a genuine gem.

One of the best places for curry

So I've been meaning to come here for a few months now after seeing a social media post about it. I wasn't disappointed! Such amazing food in a friendly vibrant atmosphere!! Next stop will be with the family ❤️

This is indeed a hidden gem in Manchester!!! I got a 2 meat + 1 veg + rice set for 7 pounds. The portion was huge, definitely enough for ppl who are starving. There was a generous amount of meat in the curry, and the lamb was especially impressive with its extreme tenderness. HIGHLY recommend ppl who eat lamb to try their lamb dishes!!! Both chicken and lamb curry were spicy but great for those who need some heat on these chilly days. The mixed vegetable curry was kinda sweet, great to have it with spicy flavours. A MUST in this restaurant is definitely the mango lassi. Ppl who love lassi PLEASE order it, you will not regret it (or else you will be regretful 🤣) this is the BEST lassi I’ve had in my entire life. Thick and smooth, rich and creamy, and right point of the sweetness and sourness… can’t explain how good it was, and how happy I was when I had a sip of it. Overall, this is a place I would recommend visiting if you are in Manchester. This place feels like the kitchen in your house (family atmosphere) It was quite crowded around 12:30, but there were still abundant seats.

Cheap and delicious really delicious Indian curry You can choose up to three curries

Excellent food and customer service. I will return

The food is very good, you can choose from a menu and pick between rice, protein and vegetables. The prices are very good as well , very recommended if you’re on a budget but still enjoy eating well

for vegetarian curries this is the place

best curry i’ve ever had, can’t recommend enough

Icarus saw a YouTube video from GaryEats reviewing this café that has been here for 40 years. Decided to give it a go. Tucked away down a side alley it is easy to miss. The rice plus three curries ranges from £6 for 3 veggie dishes to £8 for three meat dishes. (Or have one selection 3x!) The choice of 8 or 9 dishes is set by day. Chicken curry and Keema seems to be on the menu every day. The lamb dish varies. There is a fish dish one day and a lamb and kidney on a Wednesday. Had two meals, a good naan and a can of coke for £20. All very good. A sociable shared eating space. Really enjoyed Ic buying our meal as his Advent Calendar Christmas present. Hard to find better value.

Excellent value, good food. A hidden gem.

an absolute gem! the food was amazing (tikka masala was my favorite!), had some naan, samosas and the fried onions with it. i highly recommend getting the 3 curry plate! lassi was great too! the owner is very friendly and clearly shows his passion for his family owned business, we will be back!! :)

Institution. One of the best rice and 3 going and it's got great competition.

Really delicious, for a quick lunch whether you are a tourist or even if you are a local, highly recommended and good value for money

Wow what a nice little find. The food is amazing. The safe was fevy friendly and helpful. I will definitely recommend the food. Will definitely be going again

A real hidden little gem, the food is great.

First time eating there it was absolutely gorgeous definitely go there again

Great food, excellent value, lovely people 👏👏👏

Very friendly place and the food is superb.

Best ultimate 3 curry and rice worldwide with an epic following, seriously the biggest hidden gem in Manchester.

This place has got to be the best in Manchester I've been going for 40 years love it. A must to visit when your about staff are great.

One of the best desi food places in the land! The guy who runs it is a very generous and down to earth person.

This and that is an excellent canteen-style curry house. For £7.00, the 2 meat curries and 1 veg curry are amazing, quick service, with a new selection of curries everyday. I have honestly lost track of the amount of times me and my friends have visited this and that, never had a bad experience. I'd recommend the mixed vegetable curry, along with the lamb and carrots and chicken curry.