Where The Light Gets In
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"Ultra-creative dishes in a unique destination restaurant."
Overview
The setting for Where The Light Gets In ticks all the boxes for industrial chic, on the top floor of a former coffee warehouse with exposed beams, brickwork, plain wooden chairs and spartan Nordic looks, all illuminated by the huge windows that inspired the name. The mood is casual and buzzy in the open-plan space, with chefs serving dishes from the open kitchen to add to the convivial ambience. Drawing inspiration from Scandi and Japanese ideas, the cooking is creative, confident stuff, full of flavour and surprises with a strong sustainable, no waste ethos. The format is a set five-course sharing menu, opening with a wonderful clear broth of mushrooms, oysters and cuts of charcuterie with sourdough bread, then a simple yet flavour-packed combo of smoked mussels and green tomatoes.
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Ratings & awards
4 Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence
Our inspector loves...
Former warehouse setting - Provides an industrial-chic vibe; a truly immersive experience
Theatre - Tables all face the kitchen, where chefs do their magic
Kitchen counter - The best place to sit in the heart of the action
Surprise menu - Expect the very best local and seasonal produce treated with flair and imagination
Drinks list - Great wines, but also some excellent non-alcoholic options
Features
- Food and Drink
- Cuisine style: Modern British
About the area
The Greater Manchester conurbation incorporates the towns of Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport and Wigan, and has the vibrant city of Manchester as its administrative headquarters.
Manchester was founded in Roman times, and developed during the 17th century as a textile town, becoming the centre of the English cotton industry
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Hotel
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
- Family rooms: 59
- Free TV
- WiFi available
- Lift available
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