Higher Ground ★ 4.7
Bib Gourmand on New York Street; Manchester's highest National Restaurant Awards finish for 2025 at number thirty-six. Cinderwood farm produce.
Tasting menu£75
ChefJack Fields
Book ahead3 weeks
Location
Address: 218 Church Road, Urmston, Manchester M41 9DX
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