Manchester – Eating & Drinking – Restaurants – Tapas
I‘ve known Dimitris for a good few years, but never actually went there before tonight. The restaurant is located very close to the Instituto Cervantes, and is within easy reach from either Castlefield, Salford, or city centre.
You are greeted by friendly and excited staff who dutifully take you to your table. This is a trendy place, and they have an outdoor seating area, so on a summer evening you have every chance to relive the Mediterranean dining experience, complete with earthenware dishes, wooden furniture, and traditional music. The interior is dim but stylish, with huge windows overlooking Deansgate and LalQuila bar across the road. It all seeks to fuse a traditional Greek taverna with a touch of urban Mancunian modernity.
There are a lot of Greek dishes on the menu, as well as some pastas. They have an extensive wine list, but my friend and I opted in for a jug of sangria. Their stuffed wine leaves and Octopodi come highly recommended, as well as mouth watering Hot Camembert and chillli beef. And Greek yogurt and honey will serve as the most beautiful crown on this feast of succulence. But beware: it is very rich and filling and is served in a large glass dish. Don’t try it after a full meal… unless you have a good rest between the courses!
