Grand Pacific Manchester
You would be forgiven for forgetting you were in Central Manchester at all with this beautiful building that draws inspiration from the age of exploration. Grand Pacific is set in a historic space and is themed around the tropics, with high vaulted ceilings contrasted by golden leaf chandeliers. The 120-seat dining room offers an all-day menu, while the Long Bar, taking cues from Raffles Hotel in Singapore, serves bespoke cocktails until late. Food is equally as unique, with everything from an elegantly presented starter of chicken and spring onion gyoza, to a generously portioned tempura Szechuan sea bass featuring tender fillets in perfectly crisp, lightly spiced batter.