Banana Tree Salford Quays is a asian restaurant in Media City, Manchester. Rated 4.7 stars from 1021 Google reviews. Known for staff who actually remember you and speed without skipping quality. Best for bottomless brunch and pre-theatre dinner. Ranked #2 of 12 in Media City. Features a undefined terrace.
Banana Tree Salford Quays
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Top 2 in Media City
in Media City
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Locals return because the staff care and the food arrives hot and tasty. It's not a destination restaurant, but it's reliable enough that you'd go back without thinking twice.
Book if you want cocktails and curry with attentive service in a casual setting, or you're eating before the theatre and need food that doesn't stall.
About Banana Tree Salford Quays
Banana Tree Salford Quays is an Asian restaurant in The Lowry Outlet Mall doing cocktails, curries, and small plates at £20–30 a head. It's the kind of place where the staff know your name by the second visit—reviewers mention Sheldon, Barry, Daniella, and Iwona repeatedly, not as a gimmick but because they're actually attentive. The menu runs vegetarian, vegan, and coeliac-friendly options alongside chicken curries, beef rendang, and skewers. Bottomless brunch is a draw. The terrace works spring and autumn. It's casual and trendy enough for groups and solo diners, close enough to the Lowry Theatre for pre-show dining without the rush feeling forced. Reviewers consistently mention speed of service and food that tastes good, not Instagram-good.
What Stands Out
Staff who actually remember you
Sheldon, Barry, Daniella, and Iwona appear by name across 8 separate reviews, with customers specifically praising them as 'lovely', 'super attentive', 'sweet', and 'pleasant and efficient'. One reviewer noted Sheldon 'would go above and beyond'.
Speed without skipping quality
Multiple reviewers mention 'quick service' and 'ordered and served quickly' alongside 'food tasted amazing' and 'delicious'. One pre-theatre diner praised 'speed of service and efficiency of staff' as reasons it worked for a tight schedule.
Inclusive menu that actually works
Reviewers highlight 'plenty of vegetarian and vegan options', a staff member who 'pointed out the GF options' for a coeliac customer, and staff asking about spice levels. One solo diner ordered chicken curry and returned.
What Customers Say
Really great service (especially from Barry) drinks lovely food nice really felt like we got our moneys worth :)
Barry was so lovely and super attentive, it was a birthday brunch and he helped everything go smoothly
Tasty drinks and great service from Barry.
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Practical Information
Contact
Unit G40B, The Lowry Outlet Mall, Salford M50 3AZ, United Kingdom
+44 161 241 1087Visit WebsiteView Menu☀️Outdoor
Frequently Asked Questions about Banana Tree Salford Quays
Yes. Reviewers specifically praised it for pre-theatre dining—one noted 'speed of service and efficiency of staff' made it 'a perfect place'. Staff can turn tables fast without the meal feeling rushed.
Yes. Multiple reviewers mention 'plenty of vegetarian and vegan options to choose from'. Staff will also flag coeliac-friendly dishes if you ask.
Strong. Reviewers praise 'lovely drinks' and 'great cocktails' specifically. Bottomless brunch is available, and staff recommend drinks like the piña colada.
Yes. Dinner reservations are recommended and the venue accepts them.
Yes. Paid parking lot with usually plenty of spaces—it's in The Lowry Outlet Mall.
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