In the late 1800's thousand of Italians made new homes amongst the mills and factories in the run down area of Manchester city centre called Ancoats, or 'Little Italy' as it became affectionately known. Whilst the inhabitants became the pioneers of the modern day British ice cream industry they also introduced generations of Mancunian Italians to the city.
Today there are over 120 Italian restaurants and pizzerias in Manchester and the surrounding area.
Successful Italian Restaurant chains like The Olive Press, Piccolino, San Carlo, Gusto, Pesto, Croma, San Rocco, Felicini and Est, Est, Est all started in the area whilst there's hundreds of excellent independent Italian ristorantes in Manchester too.
Whether you're looking for fine dining Italian cuisine or a cheap pizzeria, there are Italian restaurants in Manchester to suit everybody's requirements.
Paul Heathcote's fantastic family-friendly Italian pizzeria, restaurant, bar and grill just off Deansgate. less than 5 mins walk to the Opera House - ideal for pre-show meals
Wonderful family-friendly pizzeria in the Northern Quarter, offering great value for money pizzas with gluten-free, wheatfree and dairy-free homemade dough bases
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