Top restaurants in Sale
Picking the best restaurants in Sale at the moment is tough, as the food scene has boomed in M33 in recent years. So this selection is based on restaurants and dishes that will leave you wanting to return time and time again.
Canteena Bar & Grill
Canteena Bar & Grill is an all-day restaurant specialising in steak and classic dishes.
Whether it's for brunch, lunch or dinner, Canteena has become a firm favourite with locals since opening
📍 Canteena Bar & Grill, Stanley Square Sale.
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
Fortune House
Fortune House is a long-standing, well-respected Chinese restaurant in Sale. Offering a diverse menu of authentic and flavourful Chinese cuisine, the restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and its menu features a variety of dishes made with fresh ingredients.
Call 0161 969 3838 to book a table.
📍 Fortune House, 29 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
Indian House
Indian House opened in June 2024 and is tucked just off Sale's high street.
The space is friendly and open, perfect for nights out with the family or catching up with friends. As for the food, prepare yourself for large portions of delicious-tasting dishes!
👉 Read our full review of Indian House, Sale.
Takeaway available? Yes.
Or call 07492 666000 to book.
Opening hours
Friday and Saturday 11am-11pm | Sunday-Thursday 11am-10.30pm
📍Indian House, 6 Hereford Street, Sale M33 7XN
Massala Lounge
Massala Lounge is somewhat of an institution in Sale, having opened in 2006.
The menu is plentiful and the service is prompt and welcoming.
It can get quite busy, especially at weekends, so worth popping in to book a table if you’ve got your heart set on dining in.
Call 0161 972 0400 to book a table.
📍Massala Lounge, 3 School Road, Sale M33 7XY
néel panéer
néel panéer has become a popular Indian restaurant in Ashton on Mersey village since it opened due to its excellent starters and sides with tandoori grills.
📍 néel panéer, 13 Green Lane, Ashton on Mersey, Sale M33 5PN
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
Ouvra Indian Kitchen © Life in Sale
Ouvra Indian Kitchen
A very exciting new addition to Sale’s food scene! Opened in June 2024, Ouvra Indian Kitchen boasts a menu that caters to a variety of tastes, whether you're a seasoned Indian food enthusiast or a curious newcomer. The menu is extensive, but high quality - it’s a real testament to the rich culinary heritage of India.
👉 Read our full review of Ouvra Indian Kitchen.
📍 Ouvra Indian Kitchen, 65 Cross Street, Sale M33 7HF
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
Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant, Sale © Life in Sale
Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant
Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant on Northenden Road in Sale showcases vibrant Eastern Mediterranean flavours, blending traditional dishes with modern twists.
The menu caters to various dietary needs with numerous vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options and the drinks menu features reasonably priced wines. The early bird menu, available on weekdays for £12.99, offers great value.
Veranda has become a beloved local spot since it opened and it deserves broader recognition.
For reservations, call 0161 282 7200.
👉 Read our full review of Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant.
📍 Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant, 16 Northenden Road, Sale M33 3BR
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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
Wood Fire Smoke
Wood Fire Smoke opened in Stanley Square in September 2024 to positive reviews. Bringing the authentic flavours of Naples to Sale town centre, this neighbourhood pizzeria offers a quality dining experience.
👉 Read our full review of Wood Fire Smoke.
📍 Wood Fire Smoke, 7-8 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
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
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