Damo Altrincham is a italian restaurant in Altrincham, Manchester. Rated 4.9 stars from 450 Google reviews. Known for handmade pasta and in-house desserts. Best for birthday celebrations and romantic dinners.
Damo Altrincham is rated 4.9★ on Google (450 reviews) and 4.9★ on TripAdvisor (139 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
Damo Altrincham
Across 404 rated reviews, 99% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.9★ |
| Reviews | 450 |
| 1-star share | 0.2% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Food tasted great, superb selection of wines and service was A+.”
“The staff are amazing & gave us super yummy starters on the house.”
“Lovely family run place with an atmosphere and food quality to match.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
589 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Fresh handmade pasta, in-house desserts, and service that makes you feel like a guest in their home.
You want fresh Italian pasta and a team that treats you like family.
About Damo Altrincham
Lunch or dinner at Damo in Altrincham lands somewhere most Italian restaurants in the area don't reach: food that tastes genuinely homemade because it is, with pasta made fresh and a kitchen that keeps the menu tight enough to do everything well. The lasagne is the dish most people mention first, and it earns it — properly homely, the kind that makes a 2 hour 45 minute round trip feel reasonable. The duck gnocchi and pistachio tiramisu are the other two worth planning around; the tiramisu here is the smoother, more restrained version, nothing like the coffee original. The meat is all halal. The room is cosy, the open kitchen visible from the dining area. Staff like Adam, Yaman, Antonio and Rush are the kind who'll bring out a candle, get the room singing, and still know the menu cold when you need a steer. Book ahead for dinner.
In the last 90 days, Damo Altrincham has drawn 33 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Handmade pasta
Lasagne, duck gnocchi, and tagliatelle arrive fresh and properly executed; one reviewer noted 'pasta handmade locally' and another said the duck gnocchi was 'ultra authentic'.
In-house desserts
Tiramisu and pistachio tiramisu are made daily; reviewers consistently praise the quality and mention them by name.
Attentive, knowledgeable service
Staff bring out candles for birthdays and lead group singing, remember regulars by name, and help diners choose dishes; one reviewer noted staff 'went above and beyond' and 'really looked after us'.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Damo Altrincham
Damo Altrincham in Altrincham, Manchester goes above and beyond for birthdays: staff bring out candles and lead the table in singing Happy Birthday. One recent reviewer celebrated their wife's birthday there and noted the team 'made the evening special' and 'really looked after us'.
Damo Altrincham's most-mentioned dishes are lasagne, duck gnocchi, and pistachio tiramisu. The lasagne is described as 'homely' and 'recommended', the duck gnocchi as 'ultra authentic', and the tiramisu is made in-house daily. Calamari and carpaccio di zucchini also earn praise for freshness.
Damo Altrincham welcomes dogs both inside and outside the restaurant, making it a pet-friendly neighbourhood spot in Altrincham, Manchester.
Damo Altrincham offers halal meat options throughout its menu. One reviewer noted 'all the meat is halal' and another mentioned 'plenty of halal options', including the lasagne and tagliatelle.
Damo Altrincham in Altrincham, Manchester requires reservations, especially for dinner—tables fill quickly. However, the restaurant never rushes diners, so booking ensures you get a table without pressure to leave early.
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Hot Score: 62/100 · ranked October 2026
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