NUEVE TAPAS BAR

Nueve Tapas Bar is like the overachiever in your friend group who always has a fun story and never lets you down. The food is absolutely spot-on, according to Francesca Lennear, who hit the jackpot with the sea bass and cod dishes. John Preston couldn’t get enough of the slow-cooked lamb parcels on their Valentine’s date, and even Samuel J. de Heer was impressed, chowing down on items like croquetas and churros con chocolate. It's a little slice of Spain right in Manchester, and you might feel like you’re on holiday after a few bites.

The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff are attentive without being clingy, making it a sweet place to chill with friends or a date. The only hiccup? Neal Jackson’s caipirinha didn't quite hit the mark, and he was left asking for some salt on his Padrón peppers. But overall, if you're after a tapas spot that doesn't disappoint, look no further than Nueve.