Lucky Cat Manchester: A Feast for the Senses

It seems that Gordon Ramsay’s Lucky Cat, nestled on Manchester’s historic King Street, has pulled off the impossible: making brunch exciting again.

Opened last summer, this sleek Asian-inspired haven has quickly become the city’s go-to spot for kicking off the weekend in style.

Now, Lucky Cat has upped the ante with a new bottomless brunch menu that’s sure to lure in the foodies.

Every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm, expect the likes of vegetable tempura or typhoon tofu salad.

For the second course, enjoy a decadent Rice Bowl of crispy beef, teriyaki salmon, or mushroom adorned with mouthwatering toppings.

For £75 a head, this includes two courses and a seemingly endless flow of prosecco. If you’re feeling particularly flush, an extra £20 will upgrade your bubbles to champagne – because why not?

Dessert lovers beware: the temptation of Lucky Cat’s brunch dessert platter comes with a £10 surcharge, but who’s counting when indulgence is the order of the day?

And just to ensure your weekend starts with a bang, a resident DJ spins tunes to accompany your Asian feast.

But what truly sets Lucky Cat Manchester apart is its homage to the 1930s Tokyo kissas and Shanghai drinking dens—a nod to eras where dining was as much about atmosphere as it was about food. The open kitchen echoes this sentiment, where the talented chefs create a culinary spectacle making them the heart of the action.

Lucky Cat’s menu of small plates is a tapestry of Gordon’s adventures through Asia, showcases dishes from Thailand’s vibrant streets to the subtle elegance of Japanese cuisine. In essence, Lucky Cat isn’t just another Asian restaurant; it will take you on a sensory expedition through Asia’s culinary heartlands, right from the heart of Manchester.

Dinner at Lucky Cat Manchester

But Lucky Cat is so much more than a trendy brunch spot in Manchester. The A La Carte dinner menu is exceptional as we discovered on a recent visit to Gordon Ramsey’s Asian-inspired eatery. To begin, a couple of pre-dinner cocktails to whet the appetite.

Salt & Pepper Baby Squid

We started with Salt & Pepper Baby Squid. Perfectly crisp and tender, the squid was delicately seasoned, giving just the right balance of saltiness and heat. A brilliant opener.

Monkfish Tempura with Yuzu & Bonito

Next, the Monkfish Tempura with Yuzu & Bonito was divine. Light, airy batter encased the monkfish, and the yuzu added a refreshing tang while the bonito provided umami depth.

Australian Wagyu Tataki served with Truffle Ponzu

The star of the show, however, was the Australian Wagyu Tataki with Truffle Ponzu. Melt-in-the-mouth slices of beef, paired with the earthy richness of truffle, created an indulgent dish, balancing luxury with subtlety.

Salmon Avocado Maki Roll

We then moved onto the sushi. The Salmon Avocado Maki Roll was fresh and creamy, a straightforward but satisfying bite.

Sashimi Selection

The Sashimi Selection — salmon, yellowtail, akami, chutoro, and sea bass — was impeccably fresh, the variety offering a harmonious range of flavours, from the buttery chutoro to the clean, delicate sea bass.

Spiced Lamb Chops with Chilli Sauce and Tofu Cream

For the main course, the Spiced Lamb Chops delivered punchy flavours. They were tender, with the chilli sauce bringing heat and the tofu cream offering an unusual yet effective mellow contrast. The dish was well-executed and memorable.

Hand Dived Scallops with Yuzu and Sweetcorn

The Hand Dived Scallops with Yuzu and Sweetcorn were a surprising delight. The chargrilled sweetcorn complemented the scallops’ sweetness, while the yuzu added zing, making each bite burst with flavour.

Selection of Mochi

o finish, we enjoyed a selection of Mochi in strawberry, mango, and coconut. They were the perfect end to a decadent meal — light, chewy, and delicately sweet.