The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle is a modern european restaurant in Northern Quarter, Manchester. Rated 4.8 stars from 1367 Google reviews. Known for atmosphere and drink selection. Best for romantic dinner and small group gathering. Ranked #4 of 15 in Northern Quarter. Features a undefined terrace, dog-friendly.
The Sparrows Continental Pasta & Spätzle
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in Northern Quarter
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Quick Verdict
It's a place for 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.
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.
What Stands Out
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.
What Customers Say
Fantastic evening spent at The Sparrows.
Simple, elegant, and elevated Central European cuisine done to perfection. A must in Manchester.
It was a unique experience to dine in there...totally worth it to go, you wont regret
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Practical Information
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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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