Zizzi - Manchester Corn Exchange

Set in the heart of Manchester’s Corn Exchange, Zizzi Manchester Corn Exchange offers a relaxed place to step away from the city’s busy pace. Whether settling into a cosy table indoors or dining outside in Exchange Square, the restaurant strikes an easy balance between lively and laid-back. Just moments from Selfridges, the AO Arena and the Royal Exchange Theatre, it’s well placed for everything from shopping trips to evening plans. And while the setting might feel a little Italian-inspired, a jacket is never a bad idea. This is Manchester, after all.

The menu begins with dishes designed for sharing and easy conversation. Garlic Bread, Burrata and Calamari are popular choices, sitting alongside lighter bites and seasonal specials. It’s the kind of menu that works equally well for a quick lunch or a longer catch-up over a few plates and a drink.

For mains, Zizzi’s contemporary take on Italian-inspired food offers plenty of variety. Rustica Pizzas remain a favourite, while comforting dishes such as Truffle Carbonara and Lasagna sit alongside fresh salads, risottos and vegan options. Familiar flavours meet more modern combinations, creating a menu that feels approachable and varied.

Its central location makes it a natural choice before a concert, cinema trip or theatre show, while also lending itself to family meals, date nights and relaxed dinners with friends. With coffee, gelato and desserts like Tiramisu available to finish, Zizzi Manchester Corn Exchange is an easy place to pause, unwind and make the most of a day in the city.