When the days are getting colder and darker, you know it's the time for some winter warmer dishes. But, it can be hard to scout out the crème de la crème of gooey goodness among all those seasonal menus. That's where we come in.
Whether you're in the mood for fresh bread dipped in melted cheese, or rich chocolate poured over fruit, we’ve followed our noses and the sounds of people going 'mmmm' to bring you a guide to the best fondue in Manchester.
Best Restaurants For Fondue In Manchester
Albert's Schloss
If you like your fondue boozy and with a side order of entertainment, then bier palace Albert's Schloss is the one for you. Their gourmet sharer of melted gruyère and Vacherin Fribourgeois cheese is served alongside white wine, while being topped off by sourdough, pickles and potatoes for dipping, with the option to add Bratwurst too. This costs just £25, fit for anywhere between two and four people.
From pretzels to strudel and great sloshing steins washing it all down, this truly Bavarian foodie experience is bringing Oktoberfest party vibes to Spinningfields year-round. Plus, they often host live music and cabaret performances to keep you entertained while you eat.
Bavaria does it best when it comes to cheese fondue in Manchester.
Bombay To Mumbai
Who said fondue had to be plain old fromage? There are no rules here. Head a little out of town to Bramhall, where you can uncover this hidden gem of authentic Indian plates taking the famous street food dish pav bhaji and giving it a twist.
Bombay To Mumbai will have you dunking handmade soft dinner rolls in their Indian fondue - a blend of mashed veggies, spices, cream, milk and cheese - in no time at all. Plus, it costs only £6.95 per serving - bargain.
Spice up your Manchester fondue restaurant at Bombay To Mumbai.
The Mews
A double-whammy of the good stuff can be found at The Mews on Deansgate's menu, with two kinds up for grabs. Better yet, this is the place for bottomless fondue in Manchester too, setting you back just £37.50 per person for drinks.
Tuck into a pot of melted gouda cheese, which is served with sourdough and British charcuterie, or opt for the indulgent three-cheese version with blue cheese and brie too, all while enjoying unlimited wine or pilsner. Then, if you fancy more winter offerings, there are themed cocktails for afters.
Gobble up two different kinds of molten goodness here.
The Laundrette
Sweet-toothed folk will feel at home at The Laundrette, as it's offering up Alpine favourites for your dessert. This quirky restaurant specialises in delicious cocktails and gorgeous floral interiors, and you can get your fix of chocolate fondue too.
Their chocolate fondue sharing board comes with a rich, melted fondue pot, alongside plenty of things to dip in it. We're talking strawberries, marshmallows, Belgian waffles, brownie pieces and chunks of sticky toffee.
This indulgent platter is the perfect end to any warming winter meal.
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