The best restaurants in Sale at the moment
Picking the best restaurants in Sale at the moment was tough, as the food scene has boomed in M33 in recent years. So this selection is based on meals that are worth every penny – and dishes that will leave you wanting to return again and again.
Chez Nous Bistro
Cosy, comfy and friendly. If you’re looking for a local restaurant that delivers good food and wine, Chez Nous Bistro should be high on your list.
In their own words, Chez Nous is a “suburban bistro with urban attitude” and offers a modern British approach to its dishes, with the odd classic French and bistro dishes thrown in for good measure. Using only the freshest of produce, the team at Chez Nous always work hard to ensure that its customers get the best experience possible.
📍Chez Nous Bistro, 179 Marsland Road, Sale M33 3ND
Dosa Kingss
Dosa Kingss (yes, with two 's') opened in Sale in 2023. With a large menu of curries, plus lots of different types of dosa available, you will be spoilt for choice.
📍 Dosa Kingss, 15 Northenden Road, Sale M33 2DH
The Fat Loaf
If you’re looking for that winning combo of delicious, fresh food and a relaxed atmosphere, try The Fat Loaf in Sale’s Ashton upon Mersey village.
Using local suppliers where possible, The Fat Loaf is a popular stalwart of Ashton Village, thanks to its classic British neighbourhood menu and reasonable prices.
In the warmer months, the restaurant opens its bi-folding doors to allow for al fresco dining. Now we just need that good weather to arrive…
📍The Fat Loaf, 62 Green Lane, Ashton upon Mersey, Sale M33 5PG
Greens Sale © Life in Sale
Greens Sale
When word got out that Greens was coming to Sale, the town went wild. Many locals have been regulars at the original Greens in Didsbury for years and now one was arriving on our doorstep? Brilliant!
And thankfully, since its opening in 2022, it hasn't disappointed. Given Greens’ history and quality of food, it goes without saying that you do not have to be a full-fledged vegetarian or vegan to enjoy its dishes.
With the founding team’s experience in innovative veggie food and business knowledge, Greens Sale is already well on its way to becoming one of the most well-loved neighbourhood restaurants in Sale.
📍Greens Sale, 14-16 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7WZ
Linguine, Sale
Linguine Restaurant
In a great location on Northenden Road, Linguine is a lovely Italian restaurant that offers authentic pizza and pasta dishes at a good value. With its relaxed atmosphere, Linguine isn’t pretentious and can be an excellent place to catch up with friends over a few select dishes and a bottle of wine.
📍Linguine, 20 Northenden Road, Sale M33 3BR
Mano a Bocca
“Thin crust artisan pizza straight from the heart of Rome” – what more could you ask for?
Specialising in Romana pizzas, expect pizzas from Mano a Bocca to have a thin base and crispy edge. But contrary to what Meghan Trainor says, it’s not all about the ‘base’ (sorry) – the toppings make the pizza sing. The chefs at Mano a Bocca create their own pizza sauce from rich Italian plum tomatoes and add seasoning, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil. Every batch of sauce rests for at least 24 hours to maximise the flavour. And if you’ve ever tasted it, you’ll definitely know that the wait was worth it.
Mano a Bocca fitted into their spot at the Waterside Plaza from day one and, aside from the pandemic causing chaos for us all, has gone from strength to strength. If you consider yourself a pizza guru, get yourself along to Mano a Bocca. If it’s a hot day, you could even enjoy your meal on the outside terrace.
📍Mano a Bocca, 2A Waterside Plaza, Sale, M33 7BS
Osechi, Sale
Osechi Japanese
Since its move just down School Road last year, Osechi’s reputation has grown massively. Specialising in sushi, Osechi also cooks ramen, pad thai and curries – all of which are full of flavour, at reasonable prices.
Offering a reliable takeaway service too, if you’ve been craving sushi recently, Osechi has everything your heart desires! 🍱
📍Osechi, 60 School Road, Sale M33 7XE
Petisco
We couldn’t have been the only ones to rejoice when news of Petisco was announced for Stanley Square. It’s as if Sale’s very own slice of Portugal has always been there, despite only opening its doors earlier this year.
Owned and run by locals, the team are on a mission to honour you with the Portuguese dishes you’ve been missing out on all this time. Expect small plates showcasing the likes of salt cod croquettes, meatballs and short rib pica pau. All 💯.
If you can get your hands on a table booking at Petisco, do not let it go.
📍Petisco, 56 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
Rudy’s Pizza
Rudy's Neapolitan Pizza - Sale
The town (not to mention, the whole of Greater Manchester) went nuts when Rudy’s announced it was opening a restaurant in Sale.
With an open kitchen and a modern but cosy interior, you can spend a lot of time watching Rudy’s team do their thing with dough.
If you’ve not tried Rudy’s Neapolitan pizza yet, their menu has plenty of toppings to choose from – highlights include the classic Margherita, the spicy Calabrese, and the delectable Capricciosa.
📍Rudy’s Sale, 2 Northenden Road, Sale M33 3BR
The Oystercatcher
Opened in 2023, Sale's The Oystercatcher offers a laid-back atmosphere and small but mightily tasty fish menu.
It's a fantastic restaurant for trying fish dishes that you might not have heard of before. Many of the dishes are cooked on coal, which really adds to the taste.
Due to the nature of the food, menus change regularly, depending on what is both fresh and seasonal. Highly recommend!
📍The Oystercatcher, 10 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7WZ
The Perfect Match
A small bistro situated on Cross Street, The Perfect Match has been an absolutely fantastic addition to Sale’s food and drink scene. And you don’t have to just take our word for it – even the Michelin Guide agrees.
Run by Jacinta (Jazz) Navin and Andrea Follador, the former takes on the role of head chef and the latter an experienced sommelier. Food fanatic + wine expert = ‘The Perfect Match’.
With a regularly changing menu, each dish on the menu has a suggested wine match recommendation. Unassuming from the outside, The Perfect Match more than deserves its growing reputation as one of the best restaurants in Sale. Enjoy! 🍷
📍The Perfect Match, 103 Cross Street, Sale M33 7JN
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Wan Thai Street Food, Sale Moor © Life in Sale
Wan Thai Street Food
A new business in Sale in 2023, Wan Thai Street Food opened in Sale Moor village in October. Promising to bring authentic Thai street food dishes to M33, they have certainly delivered.
Popular appraisers include tod man pla (fish cakes), gai satay (chicken satay) and we highly recommend their tom yum soup.
Expect some fan favourites such as pad Thai alongside some dishes lesser-known in the UK, such as whole seasonal fish fried and topped with a mango salad.
Takeaways also available.
To book a table or place an order for collection, call 0161 383 1771. Walk-ins are welcome.
📍 Wan Thai Street Food, 126 Northenden Road Sale M33 3HD
Zumuku Sushi Sale
Zumuku Sushi opened its Sale unit in Stanley Square in 2022.
Some of the menu’s most popular dishes include Uramaki Rolls with fillings such as spicy tuna, chicken katsu and soft shell crab. Zumuku’s stir-fried noodles dishes are recommended and if you’re not sure what to have, staff are super helpful and will help you to decide.
📍 Zumuku Sushi, Unit 9, Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
