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Welcome to Tops

At "Tops," we believe food brings people together. Nestled in the heart of Manchester, our vibrant venue offers a mouthwatering fusion of cuisines, from tantalizing Asian dishes to hearty Indian curries and gourmet pizzas. Whether you're enjoying a lively group outing or a cozy family dinner, our diverse menu caters to every palate, ensuring that even the pickiest eaters feel satisfied. The all-you-can-eat experience, combined with a selection that includes succulent grilled seafood and delightful desserts, keeps our guests returning. At "Tops," we invite you to step in, explore new flavors, and create lasting memories over a shared table filled with love and laughter.

Tops: Reviews & Ratings

Bader A.
Bader A.

Pros: Tons of food from different cuisines you won't know where to start from. The taste is great for most dishes. My fav were the food straight off the grills. Cons: Only 2 types of sushi rolls. Drinks are not included. The Italian section was poor, maybe a few types of pizza.

Bingo W.
Bingo W.

The seafood here is fine. It is randomly fresh. Good luck, guys!~ But highly recommend the Chinese fish(水煮鱼?) at the corner, which is suppppppper delicious. And the robert noodle is also interesting. The lobster festival is in these days.

Belinda A.
Belinda A.

This is not a bad place if you are going with a group of people and want to keep the cost down but still enjoy a variety of dishes which are mostly oriental with a few indian curry dishes and pizza on the side row. The plates are medium size so i had no trouble filling them with a selection of starter and main then they have a dessert section ,drinks are seperate from the upfront cost i had a variety of spring rolls for starters and for main i opted to try both chinese and indian dishes all very good and nothing greasy or vile to the mouth.cant actuallly remember all the dishes i tasted as to busy talking but in total i tried around seven tasty dishes and two homemade desserts all good value for money and speaking of money lunchtime cost till around four is around £8 each excluding drinks then a think its around £14 each excluding drinks its a very busy place and staff came and took each old plate away as soon as you had finished the good thing about this place its very busy you dont seem to have to queue up at the self service bar and dishes were very full .

Paul R.
Paul R.

I'm so full. It's the day after my visit and I had to skip breakfast, which is very unlike me. £13.99 for all you can eat is a great price. Especially when you consider the epic selection on offer. You also get 15% off with a student card! I filled myself with incredibly juicy satay chicken, various other starters, a mountain of crispy duck pancakes, dumplings and a pile of mini cakes and icecream. This place is ideal for groups. There were 12 of us and we didn't book ahead, but it's probably best to at the weekend. We were sat quickly and then you just help yourself. You can pick from the huge hot buffet or get something made fresh at the side grills. One friend had baby squid compete with little wiggly legs!! The area for improvement for me would be the staff. The staff on the bar were OK but the reception ladirs were thoroughly miserable and didn't even say hello. As it's self service these were the only staff we reaslly talked too, so they really need to pull out the stops. Otherwise a great recommendation.

Abel P.
Abel P.

I'd say it's a bit pricey but the variety of food and sweeties makes it worth, it's my second time I've been there and as usual, had a lot of food! It's the type of place I'd recommend to go in a large group, as everyone can make their own menu unless they're very picky. Regarding drinks, whether alcoholic or not, I think there should be more options, that's a weak area from my point of view. I liked overall the music and the volume at which is played, yes, that's important to me the place not being a hell of noise. The staff always helpful, we happened to deal with an Italian waiter and my French friend started joking with the other staff members, very funny, one of the fewest time I've been laughing so much in a place just to have dinner!

Beki A.
Beki A.

I have to say I'm with James G on this- I love world buffets! You never have to wait that long even on a saturday, without booking a table! The staff are always trying to be helpful, even if they speak english that well and are ALWAYS and forever topping up the food! This is always a good bet when you can't decide whether you want, pizza, chinese or Indian.... why not have ALL of them?! I get that some people dislike this place as they don't like stuffing themselves but maybe don't come to an all you can eat.............? Just a thought! They really have everything here! Amazing meat and veggie curries, rices, starters- including chicken nuggets, chips, calamari, prawn toasts, samosas, onion rings, kebabs, MAINS include pizza, thai curries, chicken chow mein, vegetable chow mein, BBQ sections with sweet sticky ribs, Sushi, massive pudding section and popcorn machine they've got pizzas coming out their eye balls, teppenaki where they will cook anything you desire as well as a..................CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN! Does life get any better than this? Well yes it actually does as they have gone to the next level and acquired a robot that cuts noodles- yep you heard it here! They have chefs all day cooking bits and bobs up for you in sauces of your choice! This includes steak, seafood, ribs and much more! On Saturdays it is around £16 for an all you can eat and drinks are separate but it really is worth it! Drink aren't too exspensive either and they have a range of soft drinks, juices, beers on tap, spirits, wines and ciders though not a massive range it does suffice! Basically I love this place!

James G.
James G.

I know... I'm giving 5 stars to an all you can eat gluttony hall... but I just can't help it! It might be down to the fact that we only end up here when we can't decide between cuisines or have fussy eaters... but I always have a great time and you can just turn up without booking and get a seat on a Saturday night without waiting an hour. The food is what you would expect, lots of sweet sticky sauces and meats, a selection of currys, sushi, BBQ, crispy duck, and some veggie options too, but for the amount of food this place is churning out each hour they don't do a bad job and the food is tasty. But what I love about this place isn't the good (for an all you can eat) quality food... it's the experience! I love getting up with friends, plate in hand and having uber choice! You start to discuss tactics, what's the best dish to start on... the don't eat any carbs ones... the let's get one of everything... the let's put these guys out of business troopers! You instantly feel relaxed and laugh at how ridiculous your food strategy is! That's why this place deserves a 5 stars review! And the staff aren't half bad either quickly clearing any used plates and offering help to the un-inniciated. All I can finish with is give it a go... look past the glutinous consumer gone mad attitudes and get your food tactics right! Let eat all their food and put them out of business ; )

Andrew Y.
Andrew Y.

As far as buffets go, its one of the more expensive ones. It cost £14.99. This is the same price of Red Hot World buffet is for a Saturday - although Red Hot World buffet at lunch time is £9.99. Its similar to Red Hot in that that is food from around the world and also chefs cooking food fresh in front of you. All sorts of different foods including Chinese, Indian, Pizza, Sushi, Thai, Teppenyaki etc plus lots of desserts. The quality was pretty good but you could argue you are paying for it. I am more stuffed because I just wanted to try different things rather than the food was "amazing". It was overall good - very good for a buffet. However, there are some negative things: The Teppanyaki - it took ages!! I was waiting for about 15-20 minute and there only about 4 people in front of me. The problem was the chef was really slow and he also just cooked one person's order at a time. He also had a spend time slicing the meat - really it should have been prepared especially since hes so slow. Instead of getting a few peoples order and basically multi-tasking, he just focussed on one person - which was a maximum of 2 items. The items available included sirloin steak, calamari, lamb chop, scallops, prawns. I had steak and calamari. The pieces of steak were tiny! Both were OK but can be the problem with teppenyaki, it can be too salty. By the time I had got my food, the queue was much bigger. This meant the queue extended back into the food "stall" next door - which was for Wonton soup. And that one had a long wait too. As well as the waiting, next door to the teppenyaki was some dim sum. If you wanted some, it meant jumping in-between people in the queue. I tried most of the different cuisines. Sushi was nice - had about 3 plates - they didn't have wasabi though. Curry was tasty - meat was a bit tough but nice flavour. Poppadoms were actually some of the tastiest and crispiest I have ever had. Nice selection of Chinese starters/mains which were decent. The only dessert I had was an ice cream in a cone. Not much of a dessert person but also was very full. It was just from one of those machines you help yourself and it was as you expect - pretty good but very sweet. Another negative was the breaded crab claws. Now we all know these are never 100% proper crab but you expect it to taste like crab and have some crab in it. This tasted just like potato - and very bland potato! I am tempted to knock it down to 3/5 but the service was very good. (Although saying that, the guy at the front sent us to the wrong side of the desk to pay by credit card but no major issue but it could have potentially put as to the back of a queue and basically queue twice). The woman who showed us to table was very friendly and the plates were cleared up efficiently by the staff. Tops has been open less than a week - grand opening was 17th June - so maybe the minor issues to iron out???? I would actually give it 3.5/5 if I could but Yelp doesn't allow half marks.

Location

  • Tops
    106 Portland Street Manchester M1 4RJ Hotline: 0161 237 1000

Welcome to Tops: A Culinary Paradise in Manchester

Nestled in the heart of Manchester at 106 Portland Street, Tops is a vibrant culinary destination that caters to diverse palates with its extensive menu featuring an array of cuisines. Whether you're in the mood for succulent grilled meats, fresh seafood, or delightful vegetarian options, this restaurant has something for everyone. With a moderate noise level and a classy yet casual atmosphere, Tops is perfect for family outings, group gatherings, or a cozy meal with friends.

Reservation and Accessibility:

  • Takes Reservations
  • Offers Delivery and Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating and Bike Parking available
  • Street Parking nearby

An Epicurean Adventure Awaits

Guests at Tops rave about the impressive selection of dishes available, ranging from tantalizing starters to hearty mains. Bader A. highlights the delightful grilled dishes, while Paul R. relished the robust satay chicken and crispy duck pancakes. If you're a fan of Asian cuisine, Bingo W.'s recommendation of the Chinese fish and robert noodles cannot be missed.

For those dining in groups, Belinda A. encourages trying various starters to share, making sure to sample the flavorful spring rolls along with an explosion of tastes from the Indian curry dishes. The restaurant's medium-sized plates allow for a communal eating experience, which perfectly complements the social atmosphere.

Value for Money:

The pricing at Tops is especially attractive, making it an ideal spot for budget-conscious diners looking for excellent value. With lunchtime deals starting at around £8 and dinner options around £14 (excluding drinks), this buffet-style venue offers a delightful escape without breaking the bank. Furthermore, students can enjoy an extra 15% discount, as praised by our reviewer Paul R.

Room for Improvement:

While Tops shines in terms of food variety and quality, some guests noted that the drink options could be more expansive, suggesting that this is an area for potential enhancement. Additionally, a few visitors expressed dissatisfaction with the reception staff's demeanor, feeling that a warmer welcome would elevate the overall dining experience.

Conclusion:

In summary, Tops stands out as a must-visit dining destination in Manchester, where flavors from around the globe come together in a festive setting. With a robust menu featuring countless options, friendly atmosphere, and great value, it’s perfect for gatherings of all sizes. So gather your friends and family, and indulge in a culinary adventure at Tops—you won't be disappointed!

If you're interested in visiting, call them at 0161 237 1000 for more information or to make a reservation.