The best restaurants in Bury North West

What an authentic experience! We booked the Lancastrian Lunch for our family of 4 for my Dad’s 80th birthday. The 3 hour trip just flew by in the most memorable way! From arriving and being shown to our First class seats (they are all 1st class by the way) , a glass of fizz already on the table, a substantial 3 course meal with friendly and attentive staff, to the gentle ride through the lovely Bury/Ramsbottom countryside, it was all perfect! My Dad was allowed up into the engine to see the stoking and have a chat with the driver. This was actually the highlight for him, so a huge thanks for that!

Me & my wife wanted to try some where new for food in Bury to take my mum who lives locally. We were passing through as we headed home to South Wales. Our waitress Megan was friendly, welcoming & attentive as well as the waiter who also served us. The food did not take long. And was lovely, great quality, a good sized portion & worth the price. We would definitely come back here again.

Absolutely fabulous place ran by an ex squaddy where a reunion was held. Food lovely, real ales in stock. Great staff. Fab owner. Apparently no longer there

Fabulous food, excellent service, will definitely come back again. We had the mixed starter to share followed by an excellent soup and crispy duck dishes. Thank you

Fabulous food , lovely relaxed ambience and great service !!! The pizzas are excellent and the arancini are a must , served with a tasty dipping sauce . I would definitely recommend!!!!

We order regularly from Lupo and it’s always fantastic…except today!! Not only was my food terrible when I phoned to speak to the manager he was rude and not willing to listen to what I said. Has now put me in a position as I feel like I don’t want to order from them again with an owner who doesn’t take criticism well.

Lovely authentic Italian food, really nice thin pizza.

Where to start.... There were 6 of us for lunch and none of us had been before, even though we all live and work in Bury. The veggie one had the vegan brunch which she really enjoyed and was pleasantly surprised with the cookie dough dessert. Two of us had Eggs Benny...delicious and the other 3 had different sandwiches which they all enjoyed. We all thought the price and value for money was outstanding and we are already planning our next visit. I, personally, would like to try the evening menu sometime. The only down side is that it doesn't open more lunch times.

Just had my first gluten free chippy tea in 16 weeks. Best gluten free fish around.Was nervous about going but social distancing is all good and only 2 people allowed in shop Excellent service and friendly staff Thanks Jackie

When I was a rep I travelled round the country. I knew all the butty shops in the north. Now they are almost gone. However, here is a stunning butty shop. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or general takeaway they do everything. Fab food, lovely girls, all so clean and tidy. Breakfast, burgers, wraps, steak, salt and pepper chicken, just about anything. The girls obviously have their regulars, first name terms and orders recalled but there was a steady stream of, mostly trades people, all personally addressed and catered for. I am retired and am lucky enough to eat in all sorts of places, usually without reviewing. On this occasion I just had to put fingertip to keyboard. Well done girls, I’ll be back.

I was recently on a date in Bury having a few drinks and we decided to get something to eat. Before I continue let me explain that this was a first date and I couldn't believe my luck, this girl was incredible, unbelievably gorgeous, funny, easy to talk to the whole package and then some. More amazingly she still seemed happy to be out on a date with me. I was punching harder than Rocky when he fought the Russian. Way out of my depth and desperate for things to go well. I don't know Bury all that well but had recently done some work there for an Italian gentleman who took me for an authentic Italian pizza after work one evening. It was the best pizza I've had in my life no contest so seemed a no brainer to go for a pizza. When we arrived at the restaurant I had previously been to it was closed. I was devastated and didn't have a clue where else to suggest. We walked a little further up the road and spotted Meliá. After having a drink at the bar Michael found us a table and I soon discovered the restaurant we was in was the same restaurant I had been to before only in a new premises. Everything about the night was perfect, the food, the wine, the service, the atmosphere and most of all the company. It was certainly a night I'll remember with a smile for a long time. Thanks to Michael and all the staff at Meliá for making me look good. Fingers crossed we'll be back sometime. 😉

A late lunch for my son. He had a chip bap with red salt....his words were "That is lovely". I wasn't planning on eating, but was tempted by staff recommendation of mac 'n' cheese. It was delicious.... And at half price....a great deal!!! Well done to the chef!!

Visited The Bank Pub while the women enjoyed some shopping in the nearby Bury Market and can highly recommend this place after spending an enjoyable afternoon here.Drinks are very reasonable with promotions also on offer and the young lady serving is a credit to the place,so friendly and welcoming.The bar is spacious with comfortable seating,nice decor and plenty of screens for music and sport.

It's about 3 years since I last visited - pre covid and wow how it has changed. The outside space had been totally transformed with fountains and fairy lights. The little herb garden is full of flowers that you can see have been lovingly home grown, not bought from a garden centre for show. And that reflects the food too. A great selection of healthy vegan food with care taken to make it look good before you even taste it. Great friendly welcome without pretention. I defy anyone not to love the relaxing outside spaces. I am very pleased to once again give this little place a big rating.