Ocasa

Ocasa brings a sun-warmed slice of Mexico to The Avenue in Spinningfields, Manchester. Opening its doors in 2025, this vibrant restaurant and bar channels the beachy ease of Tulum and the pulse of Mexico City’s street-food stalls. Terracotta tones, textured rock walls and glints of jade set a relaxed yet stylish scene, while an expansive 80-seat terrace invites long afternoons to slip into lively evenings.

In the kitchen, Mexican inspiration meets modern craft. Flame-grilled tacos and table-side guacamole headline a menu built for sharing and lingering, with signatures that playfully rework classics: think wagyu tacos and lobster nachos alongside pulled, 16-hour smoked chipotle brisket folded into tortillas with birria consomé. Larger plates range from short rib barbacoa with smoky ancho and tomato salsa roja to seabass aguachile verde brightened by cucumber, Thai basil and coconut-lime tiger’s milk. Even Sundays get a Latin twist, where churrasco sirloin of beef or barbecue chicken asado rub shoulders with golden roast potatoes, seasonal greens and a towering Yorkshire pudding.

Behind the bar, a deep trove of tequila and agave spirits anchors crisp margaritas and considered cocktails, perfect for toasting anything from date nights to group gatherings. Book a spot, gather the crew, and let Ocasa’s bold flavours and easy-going rhythm do the rest—now that is something to taco about.