Getting a table isn’t the easiest thing in the world, but then eating the city’s best food shouldn’t be a walk in the park. Located in the graceful surroundings of The Midland hotel’s dining room, local boy Adam Reid takes control of the kitchen and brings his two-time BBC Great British Menu winning skills to the lucky diners of Manchester, making the most of seasonal produce and local know-how. This place is also famous for being the most accredited restaurant in the UK without a Michelin Star — although it is only a matter of time.