Ресторан · Manchester · ⭐ 9.9/10 · 8107 reviews · updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
Address: No 1, St Michael's, 36 Jackson's Row, Manchester M2 5WD, United Kingdom
A spectacular Big Mamma trattoria in Manchester
Circolo Popolare Manchester brings the cult Big Mamma group’s most photogenic Italian to the city — cascading ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and walls lined with thousands of bottles. With a Sicilian, Mediterranean spirit and a vibrant, candlelit atmosphere, it feels like a joyful, oversized trattoria.
What to order
The signature is the Gran Carbonara, served from a 4kg pecorino wheel. Expect also Neapolitan pizzas with San Marzano DOP tomatoes, burrata from Puglia, fritters and garlic bread, plus the famous XXL lemon pie and chocolate profiterole.
Who it’s for
A fun night out, a celebration or a date where the room is part of the show — generous portions, fair prices. Booking ahead is recommended.
Questions and answers
What food does it serve? Generous Italian — pizzas, pasta, burrata and big desserts.
What to order? The Gran Carbonara from a 4kg pecorino wheel and the XXL lemon pie.
What makes the interior special? Ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and thousands of bottles.
Where is it? In central Manchester.
Website and social:
Official website
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–23:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–23:45 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:45 |
| Sunday | 12:00–23:00 |
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A wonderful place for a girls' dinner or a birthday celebration – wonderful atmosphere, and the service really enhances the vibe of this place. The service our waitress Chops gave us was well above average and really mad…
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
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We had a wonderful dinner on a Saturday evening for my husband's birthday. Warmly greeted and shown to our seat. We sat on the ground floor, the spot was nice and atmospheric. Our waiter served us quickly and warmly. The…
The pasta was brought warm, it hadn't been reheated with a torch. The pasta was nearly served while I was in the toilet. Weak internet connection upstairs when paying the bill, which for some reason blocked my card. I ha…
I'd like to note that the overall service was truly exceptional. The restaurant's atmosphere and decor were thought out down to the smallest detail, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Most importantly, the quality…
This place is just incredible, from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, the service was incredible. Scott was very attentive and informative, even explaining about rennet and so on. Even the other staff by…
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