PUPA Restaurant & Bar
Quick Verdict
PUPA sounds great for a relaxed date or catching up with friends, assuming it ever actually opens.
Book if you want a trendy, accessible spot with a solid drinks menu and a broad range of Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Skip if you're looking for a guaranteed open restaurant, or a purely traditional Greek or steakhouse experience.
About PUPA Restaurant & Bar
PUPA Restaurant & Bar is a Mediterranean spot located in the northern quarter of Manchester. It's racked up a solid 4.7-star rating from almost 700 reviews, so people generally seem happy. They call themselves a Mediterranean restaurant, but the categories listed also include Grill, Bar & Grill, Cocktail Bar, Greek Restaurant, and Steak House, suggesting quite a wide range of offerings. The Google data highlights great coffee, great dessert, and a great wine list, which is promising. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, and trendy, so it’s trying to appeal to a lot of different vibes. They offer lunch, dinner, and dessert, with seating and table service. You can get alcohol, beer, cocktails, hard liquor, and wine, plus coffee and some healthy options. Late-night food and small plates are available, too. It's wheelchair accessible, with both accessible entrances and seating. It seems popular with groups and tourists. Note: it's currently listed as closed every day of the week.
Honest Assessment
Strengths
Versatile Menu
The multiple listed categories (Mediterranean, Grill, Greek, Steakhouse) suggest diverse options.
Positive Reviews
A 4.7-star rating from nearly 700 reviews indicates a generally positive dining experience.
Strong Drinks Program
Google highlights a 'great wine list' and the offerings include cocktails, beer, hard liquor, and wine.
Considerations
Inconsistent Opening Hours
Currently listed as closed every day, which is a significant issue.
Potentially Overly Broad
Trying to be too many things (Greek, steakhouse, cocktail bar) might dilute the quality in some areas.
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Signature Dishes
Grilled Octopus
£18Tender octopus with lemon and herbs.
Lamb Souvlaki
£16Marinated lamb skewers with pita and tzatziki.
Baklava
£9Classic sweet pastry with nuts and honey.
Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.
Practical Information
Frequently Asked Questions about PUPA Restaurant & Bar
Yes, PUPA has a wheelchair accessible entrance and seating.
Yes, PUPA offers delivery, dine-in, and outdoor seating.
PUPA offers Mediterranean cuisine with influences from Greek and grill restaurants.
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