Gastro's

Situated on the fringe of Manchester's famous Gay Village in the former home of Gaia, Gastro's is a welcome addition to the city's culinary landscape.

In the basement of this restored Victorian warehouse you’ll find a classy restaurant with pine flooring, exposed walls and open kitchen. The modern British menu focuses on ethically-sourced, organic produce from the North West of England.

If you like what you’ve eaten head upstairs to the delicatessen where many of the ingredients can be purchased. The well-stocked area offers local cheeses, cured meats, fish, sauces, chutneys, olives, cakes, wines and more. Here you’ll also find a café offering the same menu as the restaurant, plus early morning coffees and breakfasts, light brunches, and meals to go.

Review / Comment / Additional Information

Mr C, London

I had a late lunch Gastro's at the start of the year and was treated to a tantalisingly tasteful Lancashire corned beef hash whilst my wife devoured her favourite eggs Benedict dish with organic, free range farm fresh eggs - overall a taste sensation! Great value lunch menu. Lovingly prepared by the top notch team of chefs. Attentive service beyond belief from all the staff. We enjoyed the ambience so much that we ended up staying for champagne (and superb coffees) until around 6pm and were very close to joining the early supper diners! Until the next time, our taste buds are longing for more.

Anonymous

I went last night and was thoroughly impressed by the food and service at Gastro's. I had the scallops and pork to start which were excellent, if a little salty, and my partner had mussels which were served with a delicious sauce. I had the lamb for my main which was absolutely divine and my partner had the fish of the day which was delightfully fresh and really tasted of the sea. To finish we had cheeses. Overall, the restaurant is a lovely addition to Manchester, with friendly service and nicely presented, different food. Whilst it may be a little on the pricey side, and the portion sizes a tad small, it is a very nice restaurant with high quality, exquisite food. 4/5

Richard, Proprietor

Here is our Valentine's Menu 2008
To Start
Jerusalem artichoke soup
walnut pesto & garlic crouton (v)
Lobster & organic salmon tortellini
saffron & shellfish sauce
Tea smoked chicken
chicory salad & walnut crème fraiche (n)
Potted Cheshire ham hock
soft egg & artisan mustard
Mains
Navarin of lamb
turnip puree, potato gratin & salsa verde
Guinea fowl
stuffed savoy cabbage, blanco jus & apple
Sea bream
grilled purple broccoli, mussel veloute & olive oil
Polenta cake
catalan peppers & manchego emulsion (v)
Dessert
Selection of local cheese ( for 2)
oat crackers & piccalilli
Eton mess
lemon curd cream & blueberry compote
Valhrona chocolate pots
hazelnut cookies (n)
Vanilla panna cotta
roasted figs & sea salt caramel
£24.95

Brian M

Had a fantastic experience the other night. Service was quick, attentive and friendly. I had the venison, cooked rare as recommended by the chef. Delicious and tender. The roast beetroot that accompanied it was a thoughtful addition. I would recommend and hope to visit again soon.

Richard, Proprietor

Here is a selection from our menu (Jan 2008):
Sharing plates, appetizers & starters
Daily baked grissini sticks £2.95
Baked with pecorino (v)
Munx bread tin £3.25
Daily selection from our award winning baker (v)
Roast chorizo £4.25
Cooked with red wine
Mixed marinated olives £2.95
Italian olives marinated with fennel, mushrooms & herbs (n)
Antipasto plate £4.95/£9.75
Meats from Calabria, olives, bruschetta and dips
Baked mussels £6.25
Chorizo & butter beans
Jerusalem artichoke soup £3.95
Walnut pesto (n)
Kidderton ash goats cheese salad £4.75/9.25
Local beets, pine nuts & shallot (n)
Carpaccio £6.95
Gorgonzola croutons, radish & cress salad
Grilled quail – ras-el-hanout £6.25
roast aubergine & tomato tagine
Seared diver caught scallops £7.25
Daikon & pork belly
Squid a la plancha £6.45
Chilli, garlic, olive oil & cannellini bean salad
Fish & seafood
Roast Pollack fillet £11.95
Cockles, brandade & sorrel vierge
Baked mussels £6.25/11.45
Chorizo & butter beans
Grilled whole mackerel £9.25
Line caught, with fresh mayonnaise
Meat & game
Local venison loin £13.95
Glazed chestnuts & roast beetroot (n)
Roast whole partridge £11.95
Maple bacon & bread sauce
Cumbrian lamb rump £11.95
With a mutton hot-pot & turnip puree
Grill
Local rib-eye steak 200g / 300g £12.95/15.95
Aged for 36 days simply grilled
Local onglet steak £9.95
Simply grilled with a sauce
Whole Spatchcock chicken £9.95
in a sherry vinegar marinade
Grill of the day £market price
Please ask your server for details – this will always be from a local, free range & ethical source