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Kala

Greater Manchester, Manchester - Modern British - Restaurant - ££

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

‘They make you feel like you could stay all day,’ and nothing is too much bother for the tuned-in, courteous staff at this big-city bistro from crowdfunding supremo Gary Usher – famed for his neighbourhood eateries across the northwest. Inside, Kala looks the part, smart but not showy, with chic forest-green banquettes, an open kitchen and a pared-back mezzanine dining room with a bar below. Knowledgeably sourced ingredients and seasonal forays define the ever-changing menu, which is all about assertive flavours from home and abroad. Madeira-braised pig’s cheek with caramelised apple purée and a hazelnut, parsley and caper dressing is one way to begin, or you might prefer butternut squash roasted with Turkish Baharat spices. To follow, there are classics (confit duck leg, chicken schnitzel), as well as globally inspired fish dishes such as halibut fillet with pak choi, enoki mushrooms, black noodles and caramelised celeriac broth. The kitchen is also bril...

‘They make you feel like you could stay all day,’ and nothing is too much bother for the tuned-in, courteous staff at this big-city bistro from crowdfunding supremo Gary Usher – famed for his neighbourhood eateries across the northwest. Inside, Kala looks the part, smart but not showy, with chic forest-green banquettes, an open kitchen and a pared-back mezzanine dining room with a bar below. Knowledgeably sourced ingredients and seasonal forays define the ever-changing menu, which is all about assertive flavours from home and abroad. Madeira-braised pig’s cheek with caramelised apple purée and a hazelnut, parsley and caper dressing is one way to begin, or you might prefer butternut squash roasted with Turkish Baharat spices. To follow, there are classics (confit duck leg, chicken schnitzel), as well as globally inspired fish dishes such as halibut fillet with pak choi, enoki mushrooms, black noodles and caramelised celeriac broth. The kitchen is also brilliant at the ‘simple things’: chicken liver parfait; the now-legendary truffle and Parmesan chips; roasted carrots with smoked garlic honey; sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce. Value for money has always been high on Gary Usher’s agenda, and Kala’s fixed-price ‘great bistro menu’ is an absolute steal at £15 for two courses. Wines (from £27) are also easy on the pocket as well as the palate.

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VENUE DETAILS

55 King Street
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M2 4LQGB

0161 839 3030

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OTHER INFORMATION

Separate bar, Wheelchair access, Family friendly, Credit card required

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