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Armenian Taverna & Restaurant

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Buzzing, retro-style basement eatery serving authentic Armenian fare including meze and kebabs. People often mention staff, restaurant, friendly, recommend, Armenian, great, good, Manchester, service, visit,


Address

3-5 Princess St, Manchester M2 4DF, United Kingdom

Website

www.armeniantaverna.co.uk

Contact

+44 161 834 9025

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: staff (15) restaurant (14) friendly (13) recommend (11) Armenian (11) great (9) good (9) Manchester (7) service (7) visit (7)
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  • 5/5 Hana M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing family run restaurant! We ordered lamb chops and lamb skewers with chips. I would really recommend the skewers! The plates are big and food is very flavourful. We also tried Armenian baklava which was super interesting (stuffed with walnut and cinnamon on top). The staff were very nice, I would really recommend trying this restaurant. All food is halal as well, which is great!!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tom G. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was very good. I have been to both Armenia and Georgia before, and I was happy to discover that the taste and flavours were the same as "over there" The staff was very friendly and caring. I recommend this restaurant if you want good authentic food.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ale R. 2 years ago on Google
    A must dining experience in Manchester! My friend & I absolutely loved this place, it is what I call "a gem of a restaurant": family place with a very friendly & comfortable ambiance, and top notch service. The food is amazing (as you can see from the pictures below), and if I can recommend one dish that you CANNOT miss out on, I would say the Yerevan Khachapuri (photo 1): delicious! Going back soon with a bigger group of friends who like to explore & try new cuisines. #loveArmenia
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nathan s. 10 months ago on Google
    Such an amazing restaurant! Been here a few times and would recommend it to anyone! Great staff and great food!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gary D. 1 year ago on Google
    1st visit, lovely place, friendly staff, food was gorgeous, prices were good. The wine was too expensive (£20 for house red). 3 courses with wine £75. Will be returning.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carolyn L. 6 months ago on Google
    Stumbled across this "hidden gem" Sat 21 Oct, as we hadn't reserved anywhere to eat. It was about 7.30, went downstairs to check availability for 4 people. The owner kindly found us a table, it looked very busy, nice atmosphere. We all had a delicious meal; starters of houmous/ bread & cheese/spinach parcels. Village Stew & Veg Moussaka, for mains. All really tasty home cooked food, meat was very tender. Staff were very friendly, attentive ( but not overly). We had wine & couple of desserts, very good value. Will definitely visit again ( & reserve a table next time!). Would highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jesús B. 7 months ago on Google
    Perfect. Delicious food and drinks, super friendly and hospitable staff, prompt service, plenty of vegetarian and vegan options, everything is correctly signposted on the menu regarding dietary requirements, and our seats were super comfortable. The place itself is also gorgeous. definitely get some appetisers and go for dessert. The smoked red pepper and aubergine dip was spectacular. We had a blast. Thank you so much!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melody J. 1 year ago on Google
    The starter was delicious along with the main. The table was really clean until we finished eating. Excellent artwork too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ivy L. 1 year ago on Google
    We ordered quite a lot for table of 2. There were not enough space on the table when the staff served us a new dish. As we were struggling with the space, instead of helping us, the staff handed the plate to me and left. We asked for water, two times before they served. First staff forgot. Staff checked on our neighbour's table for three times. And we got none.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Northern M. 9 months ago on Google
    The food was great. We had meat sharer, which comes with starters too. Staff were great, especially the new boy who was on his first night. Very friendly and professional. The score should be a 4.5 but not an option, so i went for 5 because food and service were excellent. The restaurant needs better air con as some people were warm. Some were cool and a little music or something to give a better atmosphere as this is a basement venue. Great central location next to the town hall in Manchester. Prices were reasonable at 45 per head, including beers and tips.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jorge G. 11 months ago on Google
    Beautifully prepared dishes that taste great. The service is also fantastic. This place is a hidden gem in Manchester. We had the hummus, tabbouleh, and panirov borek as starters. We then had the trchny and the nur havi
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ann S. 1 year ago on Google
    A triple celebration found us heading for the Taverna. Although we had not booked ahead, the staff kindly accommodated us. The atmosphere was buzzing! Several languages could be heard amongst the diners. The food was divine and the selection of Armenian wines etc interesting. Look forward to returning.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 A S. 1 year ago on Google
    Having lived and worked around Manchester for close to 18 years, I have always been curious to visit this restaurant. Judging by the decor, I don't think much has changed during that period. The restaurant is in the basement bit it is well lit and spaced out. The Khachpuri starter was excellent. The bread to cheese to egg ratio was spot on. It was salty and rich but not too much to be overly filling. Unfortunately, my main wasn't on the same level. The stew was pretty average. Whilst hearty, it wasn't overly flavoursome and lacked seasoning. My friend really enjoyed his main though. We shared a bottle of Armenian wine which had a really nice finish. The service was polite, attentive and efficient. The gaps between courses were just right. I'd happily give this place another go but perhaps ask for a recommendation next time.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eftychia T. 2 years ago on Google
    We went today and we had a great time! The food here is very tasty, the prices are reasonable and the stuff was very friendly. The waiter suggested to order a glass of white dry wine that was indeed a very good option. Totally recommend this place and we will come back soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aaron B. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect 👌 very tasty food, definitely coming back 😋 😎 on my favourite list now 🍖🍗🥩🥘🍲🥗🥣 Extra advantage: friendly staff plus speaks Russian 💪🤛👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michelle M. 8 months ago on Google
    Visited the Gallery and need some food and drink... never had Armenian food... and we were utterly surprised how good it was. The service was outstanding too.

  • 5/5 Ralitsa A. 4 months ago on Google
    Extremely friendly personal and delicious food in a nice atmosphere. We felt well welcomed.

  • 5/5 Anna 5 months ago on Google
    Greatest and most fresh food I had in Manchester so far. Great food, traditional Armenian dishes. The staff was very friendly, helpful and was happy to give us guidance on the menu. We will definitely be returning.

  • 5/5 Doris C. 3 months ago on Google New
    The food was absolutely AMAZING! Service was phenomenal! And the whole experience was great! Great value, good quality! I would highly recommend it!

  • 5/5 James G. 1 year ago on Google
    Had lunch here with my wife on Saturday 17th September. Wonderful food, well cooked, which didn’t burn a hole in my pocket. Would definitely recommend this restaurant and will definitely visit again, next time we visit Manchester.

  • 5/5 Kirk S. 7 months ago on Google
    Lovely cellar restaurant, nice high quality decor with a comfortable timeless sort of feel. Food was outstanding, couldn't fault it. They were also great with us changing our reservation and when a few of our group didn't turn up. They had a solid vegetarian and vegan selection as well as a virtual festival of meat options. I had beef rib, so tender I ate it with a spoon and I now cannot move there was so much meat on it. It smelled so good I didn't stop to take any pictures... I was amazed how quiet this place was given it's clear quality and middle price bracket - strongly recommend this for work group lunches or for a nice meal with your partner. Five stars, will definitely be going back.

  • 5/5 Gary D. 2 years ago on Google
    An amazing little place. Truly a food experience. All kinds of stuff I've never had or heard of before, along with of course what you might call southern Russian, Black Sea type foods. Fantastic different kind of eating experience. Not expensive at all. Check this place out.

  • 5/5 Mella 8 months ago on Google
    I chose it based on vegetarian options (plenty!!) and have been multiple times. I encourage everyone to go dine here as the atmosphere is amazing, the staff is attentive and the food is great. The variety is really good and makes me want to eat new dishes. However, my favourite starter (filo feta honey pastry) seems to have changed recipe and wasn’t as divine as when I first tried it in February. Decor is very comfortable too!

  • 5/5 Octavia B. 4 months ago on Google
    Never had Armenian food before, and was highly impressed. Delicious food, full of flavour. Also interesting selection of Armenian and Georgian wines. Would visit again!

  • 5/5 The Green Dragon - Rồng X. 9 months ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic. Quite possibly my new favourite restaurant. I have never in my life had meat cooked as well as I have had here. Each and every dish is served by delightful and friendly staff, who go above and beyond to ensure their customers have a pleasant dining experience. On top of this the decor embraces Armenian culture and is beautiful. The restaurant is clean also and well set out. If you are in Manchester, and you have not tried Armenian food before, you most definitely need to visit. If you have tried Armenian cuisine before, then you may just find your favourite Armenian restaurant in the UK.

  • 5/5 Filips I. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant Eastern European cuisine. Have been planning to come here for some time already and finally did, all I can say -the place did not dissapoint. Food quality was brilliant same as the service.

  • 5/5 Ashkan N. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely a restaurant to go if you are into Middle Eastern or South Asian food. Everything is wonderful and the staff very friendly. I would go back every day in the week.

  • 5/5 Vicki F. 1 year ago on Google
    First experience of food from Armenia and Georgia and it was delicious. The staff were attentive and friendly and were able to recommend the dishes to us. Would absolutely go again.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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