Chotto Matte Manchester is a japanese restaurant in Spinningfields, Manchester. Rated 4.4 stars from 471 Google reviews. Known for rooftop terrace with city views and craft cocktails. Best for celebration dinners and rooftop dining with views.
Rankings updated August 2026
Chotto Matte Manchester
| Rating | 4.4★ |
| Reviews | 471 |
| Best for | Celebration dinners |
Quick Verdict
Chotto Matte delivers polished Japanese dining with rooftop drama, cocktails worth ordering twice, and staff who treat every table like a special occasion.
You want Japanese cooking with rooftop views, craft cocktails, and service that remembers your name.
About Chotto Matte Manchester
Chotto Matte Manchester occupies a striking position in Spinningfields with a rooftop terrace commanding views of the city skyline—a rare asset that transforms seasonally when the retractable roof opens to reveal Manchester's skyline in full. The Japanese restaurant has built a reputation for precise, flavour-forward cooking across meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes, with particular strength in vegetarian execution that surprises even experienced diners. The cocktail programme draws consistent praise, with signature drinks like the Kakigori and Paloma Negra treated as craft objects. Service stands out as the defining strength: staff move with attentiveness and genuine warmth, with multiple reviews singling out individual team members—Rashkov, Rodolfo, Serena, Anna—for their knowledge, professionalism, and ability to elevate occasions from anniversaries to birthday celebrations. The atmosphere hums with live music and a curated energy that feels intentional without being forced. At 4.3 stars across 292 reviews, it ranks 13th in the Spinningfields hot list, sitting just below the 4.4–4.5 cluster of established neighbourhood anchors.
What Stands Out
Rooftop terrace with city views
Multiple reviews highlight the roof terrace with great views of Manchester City skyline, with a retractable roof that opens in summer months for outdoor dining.
Craft cocktails
Cocktails consistently praised as 'art' with signature drinks like Kakigori and Paloma Negra receiving specific mentions; one reviewer noted 'amazing cocktails omg those cocktails we're an art'.
Attentive, knowledgeable service
Multiple named staff members (Rashkov, Rodolfo, Serena, Anna) singled out for exceptional attentiveness, professionalism, and ability to enhance occasions; one reviewer called it 'one of the best services I've ever experienced'.
Practical Information
Contact
No.1, Chotto Matte Manchester, Chotto Matte, St Michaels Building, 36 Jackson's Row, Manchester M2 5WD, United Kingdom
+44 161 553 1155Visit WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions about Chotto Matte Manchester
Yes—vegetarian dishes receive particular praise for quality and creativity. One vegetarian reviewer noted being 'blown away at the good quality' of the vegetarian options, with the menu offering diverse meat-free choices alongside fish and chicken dishes.
The vibe is described as cool and alive, with great music, unique decor, and a rooftop terrace with Manchester city views. In summer, the retractable roof opens for outdoor dining, creating a special seasonal experience.
Highly recommended for celebrations. Staff go out of their way to make birthdays and anniversaries memorable, with named waiters consistently praised for turning occasions into standout experiences.
Cocktails are treated as craft creations and receive consistent praise. Signature drinks like Kakigori and Paloma Negra are frequently mentioned, with reviewers describing them as 'art' and worth ordering.
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