Maray Manchester is a middle eastern restaurant in Deansgate, Manchester. Rated 4.7 stars from 1143 Google reviews. Known for staff attentiveness to dietary needs and vegan and vegetarian execution. Best for lunch and solo dining. Features a terrace, dog-friendly. Price range: ££.
Maray Manchester is rated 4.7★ on Google (1,143 reviews) and 4.4★ on TripAdvisor (129 reviews) — a consistent rating across both platforms.
Maray Manchester
Across 869 rated reviews, 93% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.7★ |
| Reviews | 1,143 |
| 1-star share | 1.7% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Lovely staff, great food, fab place - the espresso martinis were amazing!!”
“Excellent food, excellent service, friendly, helpful staff, good prices.”
“Great selection of dishes, meat or veggie.”
Consistently rated across Google and TripAdvisor
1,272 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Small-plate Middle Eastern cooking executed with care, staff who read the room, and a menu that treats vegetarian and vegan dishes as the equal of meat.
Book if you want contemporary Middle Eastern small plates where the staff know exactly how much to serve.
About Maray Manchester
Lunch or dinner at Maray Manchester on Deansgate is Middle Eastern sharing plates done with real conviction — fresher and more considered than most of what this city serves under that label. The disco cauliflower is the dish everyone mentions first, and rightly so; the goats cheese and the oyster mushroom shawarma are close behind, and the sea bass rounds out a menu that gives vegetarians and vegans a genuine reason to lead the booking rather than just tag along. Staff read the table well — a server named Cameron drew particular praise, and the team brings a tablet app to help identify allergens before anything goes wrong. The lunchtime offer works for a lighter meal, and the flat fee for unlimited water is a small thing that people notice and appreciate. Portions are sized for sharing, so order across the menu.
In the last 90 days, Maray Manchester has drawn 81 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
Staff attentiveness to dietary needs
A server brought a tablet app to the table to identify potentially harmful ingredients; another recommended the perfect portion size for first-time diners.
Vegan and vegetarian execution
Reviews praise the vegan options as thoughtfully executed rather than an afterthought, with the oyster mushroom shawarma and disco cauliflower among the most-mentioned dishes.
Value for the occasion
The lunch-time offer is described as great, portions are generous enough to split for a light bite, and water refills are unlimited at a flat reasonable fee.
Practical Information
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“The lamb kofta was just plain meatballs with sauce and flavours on the outside”
— Kishan Patel
Frequently Asked Questions about Maray Manchester
Maray Manchester in Deansgate, Manchester has a menu built on small plates where vegetarian and vegan dishes receive the same care and creativity as meat options. The oyster mushroom shawarma, disco cauliflower, and goats cheese are among the most-ordered plates, and staff are trained to flag ingredients and help you navigate the menu.
Maray Manchester's most-mentioned dishes are the disco cauliflower, oyster mushroom shawarma, goats cheese, and sea bass. The menu is designed for sharing, and staff will recommend portion sizes based on your appetite and the occasion.
Maray Manchester in Deansgate, Manchester is popular for solo dining and lunch. The small-plate format works well for one person, portions can be split for a lighter meal, and water refills are unlimited at no extra charge.
Maray Manchester in Deansgate brings a tablet app to the table so staff can help identify ingredients that might affect you. Servers are trained to flag potential allergens and work with you to navigate the menu safely.
Maray Manchester in Deansgate has a casual, cozy atmosphere with a bar stocking wine, cocktails, and beer. The space is wheelchair accessible with gender-neutral restrooms, and dogs are welcome to sit outside.
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Hot Score: 71/100 · ranked October 2026
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