Ресторан · Manchester · ⭐ 9.3/10 · 4587 reviews · $$$ · updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
Address: 52 King St, Manchester M2 4LY, United Kingdom
Award-winning Spanish tapas on King Street
El Gato Negro is one of Manchester’s best-loved Spanish restaurants — a Michelin Bib Gourmand tapas spot from chef Simon Shaw, across three floors of a historic King Street townhouse, with a ground-floor bar, a buzzy restaurant and a rooftop terrace with retractable cover. Lively music and warm décor make it vibrant and welcoming.
What to order
The award-winning tapas blend modern and traditional, with Josper-grilled meats. Try the famous Bikini (Jamón Serrano, Manchego, truffle butter), beef short rib, harissa chicken with mojo picón and chargrilled lamb skewers, finishing with crema catalana.
Who it’s for
A sociable dinner with friends, a date or a celebration — sharing plates for groups and a rooftop for warm evenings.
The space
Three storeys of a restored townhouse, each with its own mood: a snug bar at street level that spills onto the pedestrianised pavement, a first-floor dining room where the chef’s table looks straight into the open kitchen and its charcoal Josper, and a rooftop up top whose retractable roof keeps it open in any season.
Questions and answers
What food does it serve? Award-winning Spanish tapas, with Josper-grilled meats.
What to order? The Bikini sandwich, beef short rib and harissa chicken.
What makes it special? A Michelin Bib Gourmand, three floors and a rooftop terrace.
Is there a menu for bigger groups? Yes — parties of seven or more share the Taste of El Gato feast, with pescatarian, vegetarian and vegan versions available.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–21:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–21:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–21:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–21:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–21:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 21:00:51
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So tasty that we had to come back twice in 2 days! The lunch offer more than justified its cost – 3 tapas dishes for 20 pounds. The staff were extremely friendly. Very fresh, tasty tapas and a wonderful wine list.
Overall 4.5/5. Tasty food and atmosphere. Small portions, but full of flavour. Highly recommend the Bikini with jamón serrano and especially the torrija dessert. A little above the mid price range. A wonderful place for…
Calm, tasty, flavourful — exactly what you want after a hard day.
To say it was tasty is an understatement! It was spectacular! Very, very tasty! We ate octopus and chicken. The flavour was super. The service is also very friendly. And the prices are very good. Thank you
Wonderful interior design and wonderful atmosphere. The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. One of my dishes came out a little late, and the team kindly took it off the bill and served it free. I didn't even noti…