Best Restaurants & Bars in Altrincham 2026
Greater Manchester's foodie destination - award-winning market and destination dining
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About Altrincham
Altrincham's remarkable food revolution began with the transformation of its Victorian market in 2014. What was a struggling traditional market became a showcase for independent food vendors, and the town never looked back.
The success of Altrincham Market sparked a wider regeneration. Empty shops became restaurants, cafes, and bars. The town went from struggling high street to national destination, winning numerous awards for its approach to urban renewal.
Today, Altrincham offers a food scene that punches well above its weight. The market remains the anchor, but the surrounding streets now feature destination restaurants that draw visitors from across the region.
Market Town Revival
Altrincham's story is held up as a model for high street regeneration across the UK. The focus on quality food and independent businesses has created genuine destination appeal.
Foodie Destination
Food writers, critics, and celebrity chefs have all praised Altrincham's transformation. The town regularly features in national 'best places to eat' lists and has won multiple awards for its market and restaurants.
How to Get There
From Manchester Oxford Road:
- Metrolink:Altrincham (35 mins from St Peter's Square)
- Train:Mid-Cheshire line from Piccadilly
- Driving:25 mins via A56, parking at Stamford Quarter
Metrolink Ticket Info
Metrolink single. Consider a day pass if visiting multiple areas.
Local tip: The Market House is a 2-minute walk from the interchange. Arrive early on weekends - it gets busy!
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The Altrincham Hot List
Week of 22 February 2026
This Week
Hello Altrincham, and welcome to this week's Hot List! I'm your host, ready to countdown the very best places to eat and drink in our amazing town. And at Number One, for the first time ever, it's Dadar! They've climbed three places to take the crown, a brand new peak position! What a success story for this fantastic restaurant. Holding firm at number two, we have Jardim Rodizio Grill, still proving incredibly popular! And sticking strong at number three is Jadugar! We've got some serious climbers this week, folks. Bar Etna, the Italian restaurant, jumps up two places to number four. But the biggest leap of the week goes to Nell's Altrincham, soaring a massive five places to number five! Now that's what I call a mover! Right behind Nell's, another fantastic climb, Noria Restaurant moves up five spots to number six. And don't forget Libatory Brewing Market Stall - see you soon! Climbs two to number eleven. So, will Dadar be able to hold onto the top spot next week? Will we see any new entries shaking things up? Tune in next week to find out!
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Altrincham Dining FAQs
Altrincham Market is an award-winning food market that transformed the town's fortunes. The Market House features independent food vendors, while the surrounding streets have filled with quality restaurants and bars.
Absolutely. Altrincham is widely considered one of the best food destinations in Greater Manchester. The market and surrounding restaurants offer quality that rivals Manchester city centre.
The Metrolink tram runs directly to Altrincham from Manchester city centre (about 35 minutes from St Peter's Square). There's also the Altrincham Interchange for buses and parking nearby.
The market is busiest at weekends, especially Saturday. For a more relaxed experience, try Thursday or Friday evening. Food vendors typically operate Tuesday-Sunday.
Still have questions? The best answers come from locals at the venue.
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