The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle
Quick Verdict
A cozy spot for elevated pasta and dumplings, if you can catch them when they're open.
Book if you want a romantic, upscale, or trendy dinner with a European flair during the week.
Skip if you need a weekend or daytime meal, or if you are looking for budget-friendly eats.
About The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle
The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle is located in Manchester's northern quarter, specifically on Red Bank in Cheetham Hill. It's a modern European restaurant that also functions as a bar and wine store. They specialize in dumplings, pasta, and spätzle, evident in their name. The restaurant has gathered a considerable number of reviews, currently sitting at a 4.8-star rating from over 1300 reviewers. Opening hours are limited to Tuesday through Thursday evenings, from 5 PM to 10:30 PM. They are closed the rest of the week. With over 1600 pictures available online, it's easy to get a sense of the restaurant's atmosphere and food. It looks cozy and trendy. The Sparrows is accessible with wheelchair access throughout the entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Outdoor seating is an option, and you can dine in, take your order to go, or get it delivered. It is a restaurant that offers a wide variety of beverages, from coffee to cocktails, and even has a great beer selection.
Honest Assessment
Strengths
Atmosphere
The Sparrows is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale.
Drink Selection
Google highlights their great beer selection, coffee, and wine list, plus they offer cocktails and hard liquor.
Accessibility
The Sparrows has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating.
Considerations
Limited Hours
They're only open Tuesday-Thursday evenings.
Location
While in the Northern Quarter, the Red Bank location isn't the most central or obvious spot.
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Signature Dishes
Käsespätzle
£14Traditional Swabian egg noodles with melted cheese and fried onions.
Pierogi Ruskie
£12Potato and cheese filled dumplings, pan-fried with onions and bacon.
Agnolotti del Plin
£16Small, hand-pinched pasta filled with roast meat, served in a butter and sage sauce.
Prices may vary. Based on our last verified menu data.
Practical Information
Frequently Asked Questions about The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle
Yes, The Sparrows offers vegetarian options.
Yes, it is described as family-friendly.
Yes, they offer delivery, dine-in, and takeout.
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