Fenix Manchester Menu Prices 2026: Mezze, Charcoal Grill & Greek Fine Dining

Name: Fenix Manchester
Price range: $$$

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What you need to know before visiting Fenix Manchester

The four questions most first-time visitors ask — answered with current 2026 pricing.

Most iconic dish

Htapodi (chargrilled octopus) ~£18

Slow-braised then chargrilled octopus with fava purée. Fenix's most-photographed sharing plate.

Best sharing centrepiece

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder ~£72 for 2

12-hour roasted lamb shoulder — the standout group dish. Serves two generously.

Best cold mezze

Spanakopita ~£11

Traditional spinach and feta filo pie, baked golden. The most popular cold mezze starter.

Best dessert

Galaktoboureko ~£10

Greek semolina custard pie in crisp filo, drenched in citrus syrup. The classic Greek dessert done properly.

Cold mezze

Fenix cold mezze — the Greek dip and sharing starter selection

At Fenix, a meal begins with cold mezze spread across the table — dips, pastries and salads to be shared and eaten with warm pitta. The cold mezze at Fenix are authentic Greek preparations: Taramasalata, Tzatziki, Hummus, smoked Melitzanosalata, golden Spanakopita and the Cretan Dakos barley rusk. Start with two or three for the table.

Classic Greek dip

Tzatziki (~£8)

Thick Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, garlic and fresh dill, finished with extra virgin olive oil. The anchor of any Greek mezze spread.

Spanakopita (~£11)

Traditional spinach and feta filo pie, baked golden and flaky. The most satisfying of the cold mezze starters and a natural vegetarian choice.

Smoky & vegan

Melitzanosalata (~£9)

Chargrilled aubergine blended with roasted garlic, tomato, parsley and olive oil. Deeply smoky and entirely vegan — a standout on the cold mezze list.

Cretan classic

Dakos (~£12)

Cretan barley rusk topped with crushed tomato, crumbled feta, Kalamata olives and dried oregano. An underrated starter that rewards sharing.

Vegan-friendly

Hummus (~£8)

Smooth chickpea hummus with tahini, lemon and extra virgin olive oil — a universal crowd-pleaser and the most accessible mezze for all dietary preferences.

Seafood starter

Taramasalata (~£9)

Silky smoked cod roe dip with lemon and olive oil. The classic Greek fish dip, lighter and more delicate than most visitors expect.

Hot mezze

Fenix hot mezze — the charcoal kitchen's most celebrated sharing plates

The hot mezze at Fenix is where the open charcoal kitchen makes its first impression. The Htapodi (chargrilled octopus, ~£18) is the most-photographed dish on the menu and the hot mezze centrepiece. The Saganaki and Grilled Halloumi are the vegetarian favourites. Plan on two or three hot mezze per table alongside the cold.

Htapodi (~£18) — Fenix's most iconic dish. A whole octopus tentacle slow-braised until tender, then finished over the charcoal grill for a deep smoky char. Served with fava purée and caperberries. It's the hot mezze that most diners order first and remember longest.

Saganaki (~£12) — Pan-fried cheese brought to the table sizzling in a small pan, crisp and golden outside with a soft interior, finished tableside with a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of honey. One of Fenix's most consistent crowd-pleasers.

Loukoumades (~£10) — Greek honey doughnuts. Light fried dough balls drizzled with Hymettus honey, crushed walnuts and cinnamon. Often ordered as both a hot mezze and a dessert — the kitchen makes them throughout service.

Most iconic: Htapodi (chargrilled octopus) ~£18
Best vegetarian: Saganaki (pan-fried cheese) ~£12
Best cheese: Grilled Halloumi ~£12
Best seafood mezze: Calamari ~£14
Best sweet-savoury: Loukoumades ~£10
Stuffed vine leaves: Dolmades ~£11

Charcoal grill

Fenix charcoal grill mains — lamb, seafood and souvla from the open kitchen

The open charcoal grill is the centrepiece of the Fenix kitchen. All mains from this section carry the deep smokiness of real charcoal cooking. The Lamb Cutlets (~£38) and Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (~£72 for two) are the showpiece dishes; the Whole Sea Bass (~£34) is the finest seafood option.

Grill signature

Lamb Cutlets (~£38)

Marinated lamb cutlets chargrilled to a smoky char, finished with chimichurri. The most ordered grill main — plan one portion per person.

Centrepiece for two

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (~£72)

Twelve hours of slow roasting, then presented at the table — falling from the bone. The single most impressive dish at Fenix. Serves two.

Best seafood main

Whole Sea Bass (~£34)

Line-caught sea bass grilled whole over charcoal with lemon, capers and olive oil. Filleted tableside. The freshest thing on the menu.

Prawn skewers

Prawn Souvla (~£32)

Jumbo prawns skewered and grilled, basted with garlic, lemon butter and fresh herbs. A lighter option from the grill with big flavour.

Classic souvlaki

Chicken Skewers Souvlaki (~£28)

Marinated chicken thigh skewers, chargrilled and served with tzatziki, warm pitta and a Greek salad. The most approachable and accessible grill main.

Vegetarian grill

Vegetable Souvla (~£22)

Seasonal Mediterranean vegetables — courgette, aubergine, peppers, halloumi — skewered and chargrilled with herb oil. The best vegan option from the grill.

Signature mains & desserts

Greek signature dishes and authentic desserts

Alongside the grill, Fenix serves a selection of slow-cooked Greek signature mains — Moussaka, Stifado Beef Stew, Prawn Saganaki — and finishes with classic Greek pastry desserts including Baklava, Galaktoboureko and Kataifi.

Classic Greek Mezze Spread~£40-55 (for 2)

Tzatziki (~£8) + Hummus (~£8) + Melitzanosalata (~£9)
Saganaki (~£12) + Calamari (~£14)
Horiatiki Greek Salad (~£14)
Patates Tiganites (~£8)
Ouzo Spritz cocktail (~£13) to start

The recommended way to experience Fenix for the first time — a mix of cold and hot mezze before the grill mains arrive.

Charcoal Grill Dinner for Two~£80-90 (for 2)

Htapodi — chargrilled octopus (~£18)
Lamb Cutlets (~£38) from the grill
Patates Tiganites (~£8)
Horiatiki Greek Salad (~£14)
Greek Mule cocktail (~£14 each)

Fenix's charcoal grill is the heart of the kitchen — the lamb cutlets and octopus are the centrepieces.

Sharing Centrepiece: Lamb Shoulder Dinner~£110-130 (for 2)

Dakos (~£12) + Spanakopita (~£11) to start
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (~£72, for 2)
Gigantes Plaki (~£9) + Grilled Asparagus (~£10)
Baklava (~£9) + Galaktoboureko (~£10) for dessert
Greek wines from £9/glass throughout

The full Fenix experience for a special occasion. The lamb shoulder is a 12-hour roast and the kitchen's showpiece.

Vegetarian Greek Feast~£55-65 (for 2)

Hummus (~£8) + Spanakopita (~£11) + Dakos (~£12)
Saganaki (~£12) + Grilled Halloumi (~£12) + Dolmades (~£11)
Vegetable Souvla from the grill (~£22)
Horiatiki Greek Salad (~£14)
Loukoumades dessert (~£10)

Fenix has an excellent vegetarian spread — the mezze menu and charcoal grill both cater well.

Vegetarian & vegan guide

Vegetarian and vegan options at Fenix Manchester

Fenix has a strong vegetarian spread throughout the menu — the cold mezze, hot mezze and grill all offer good options. Vegan diners are best served by the cold mezze (Hummus, Melitzanosalata) and the Vegetable Souvla from the grill.

Vegetarian cold mezze

Best vegetarian starters

Tzatziki (~£8) — yogurt, cucumber, dill
Spanakopita (~£11) — spinach & feta filo pie
Dakos (~£12) — barley rusk with feta & olives
Hummus (~£8) — vegan, chickpea & tahini
Melitzanosalata (~£9) — vegan, smoky aubergine dip

Vegetarian hot mezze & mains

Best vegetarian mains

Saganaki (~£12) — pan-fried cheese with honey
Grilled Halloumi (~£12) — charcoal-grilled, honey & sesame
Dolmades (~£11) — stuffed vine leaves
Vegetable Souvla (~£22) — vegan, from the charcoal grill
Moussaka (~£26) — classic Greek baked dish
All four desserts are vegetarian

How Fenix compares

Fenix Manchester vs. other top Manchester restaurants

How Fenix sits alongside Manchester's other leading restaurants by cuisine, price range and dining format.

Restaurant	Cuisine	Price range	Setting	Location
Fenix Manchester	Greek / Mediterranean	$$$	Fine dining, phoenix interior, open kitchen	Manchester city centre
Ivy Manchester	Modern British	$$$	Grand brasserie, iconic interior	Manchester city centre
Elnecot	Modern British	$$$	Relaxed fine dining, local suppliers	Manchester, Ancoats
Mana	New Nordic	$$$$	Tasting menu only, 2 Michelin stars	Manchester, Ancoats
Bundobust	Indian street food	$$	Casual, craft beer pairing	Manchester

Prices reflect publicly available 2026 pricing. Fenix is the only Greek fine dining destination in this comparison and Manchester's leading Mediterranean restaurant.

About Fenix Manchester

Manchester's most dramatic Mediterranean dining room

Fenix arrived in Manchester with a clear ambition: to bring the flavours of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cooking into a fine dining setting, framed by one of the city's most distinctive interiors. The phoenix motif — the mythological bird of fire and rebirth — runs through the design of the dining room, from the ceiling installation to the open kitchen's charcoal flames visible from every table.

The menu is grounded in Greece: the mezze spread, the charcoal grill, the use of Greek wines and spirits, the authentic desserts. But the execution and presentation sit firmly in the fine dining register — this is not a taverna, and it's not trying to be. The kitchen takes Greek recipes seriously and expresses them with technique and restraint.

Since opening, Fenix has become one of the most talked-about restaurants in Manchester — a destination for special occasions, large group dinners, and anyone who wants to eat seriously in the Northern Quarter.

Cuisine: Greek & Mediterranean fine dining
Price range: $$$
Location: Manchester city centre
Booking: Strongly recommended
Best for: Special occasions, groups, date nights
Official site: fenixmanchester.com

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Full menu

Fenix Manchester complete menu with prices (2026)

Every item on the Fenix Manchester menu with approximate prices — cold mezze, hot mezze, charcoal grill mains, signature mains, sides, desserts and cocktails.

Cold Mezze 6 items

Hot Mezze 6 items

Charcoal Grill Mains 5 items

Signature Mains 4 items

Sides 4 items

Desserts 4 items

Cocktails & Drinks 4 items

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Common questions

Fenix Manchester — frequently asked questions

What to eat, group dining, vegetarian options, location and whether you need a reservation — answered.

What type of food does Fenix Manchester serve?

Fenix Manchester serves elevated Greek and Mediterranean cuisine in a fine dining setting. The menu is built around authentic Greek dishes reimagined with premium ingredients and charcoal-grill technique — cold and hot mezze sharing plates, chargrilled meats and seafood from the open charcoal kitchen, classic Greek mains like moussaka and Stifado beef stew, and traditional Greek desserts including baklava and galaktoboureko. The wine list focuses on Greek and Mediterranean wines, and the cocktail programme draws on Greek spirits including Ouzo and Mastiha liqueur.

Is Fenix Manchester good for groups?

Yes — Fenix Manchester is excellent for groups. The menu is designed around sharing, with cold and hot mezze plates intended for the table to share before the mains arrive. The standout group dish is the Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (~£72 for two), a 12-hour-roasted centrepiece that makes an impression at the table. For larger groups, the dramatic interior — with its phoenix motif and open kitchen — creates a memorable setting. It's advisable to book well in advance for weekend group dining, as Fenix is one of Manchester's busiest fine dining destinations.

What are the must-order dishes at Fenix Manchester?

The dishes most frequently cited by diners and critics are: Htapodi (chargrilled octopus, ~£18) — the most-photographed sharing dish on the menu; the Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (~£72 for two) — a show-stopping 12-hour roasted centrepiece; Saganaki (~£12) — pan-fried cheese with honey and lemon; Lamb Cutlets (~£38) from the charcoal grill; and the Greek Mule cocktail (~£14) to start. For dessert, the Galaktoboureko (~£10) custard pie is the standout.

Is there vegetarian food at Fenix Manchester?

Yes — Fenix has a strong selection of vegetarian dishes throughout the menu. From the cold mezze: Tzatziki, Hummus, Melitzanosalata (aubergine dip), Spanakopita (spinach & feta filo) and Dakos (barley rusk). From the hot mezze: Saganaki (pan-fried cheese), Grilled Halloumi and Dolmades (stuffed vine leaves). The Vegetable Souvla from the grill and the Moussaka (vegetarian-friendly version) are strong main course options. All four desserts are vegetarian. The menu is less suited to vegans, but the dips (Hummus, Melitzanosalata) and some sides work well.

Where is Fenix Manchester located?

Fenix Manchester is located in Manchester city centre, in the Northern Quarter area. For the exact current address, opening times and booking details, visit the official website at fenixmanchester.com. The restaurant is one of Manchester's most prominent fine dining destinations and is easily accessible from the city centre.

Do I need a reservation at Fenix Manchester?

Yes — reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekend dining. Fenix Manchester is one of the most talked-about fine dining restaurants in the city and consistently books up on Friday and Saturday evenings. For special occasions, larger groups, or weekend dining, book as far in advance as possible. Weekday evenings may have more availability, but it's still advisable to book ahead to avoid disappointment. Reservations can typically be made through the official website.

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