{"id":106274,"date":"2025-05-16T12:38:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T12:38:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/106274\/"},"modified":"2025-05-16T12:38:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T12:38:22","slug":"new-set-menu-at-louis-restaurant-is-a-taste-you-cant-refuse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/106274\/","title":{"rendered":"New set menu at Louis Restaurant is a taste you can’t refuse"},"content":{"rendered":"

So I walk into Louis in Spinningfields<\/a> and I\u2019m thinking, \u201cAs far back as I can remember, I always wanted to eat like a gangster.\u201d This place? Fuggedaboutit. It\u2019s like someone dropped an exclusive Rat Pack supper club into the middle of Manchester and gave it a sexy, velvet-draped glow-up.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t just another spot in town. No, this place is special. We\u2019re talking old-school 1950s Manhattan vibes and a stage where live music croons like it\u2019s 1952. But it isn\u2019t gimmicky. The venue boasts deep velvet furnishings, Italian marble accents, soft table lamp lighting and intimate booths draped with caf\u00e9 curtains. The tiered seating ensures every table has a great view of the live performances, which range from jazz quartets to soul singers, adding to the vibrant ambience.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You half expect Tommy DeVito to walk in yelling, \u201cWhat do you mean, I\u2019m funny?\u201d \u2013 but instead, it\u2019s a soul singer belting out Frank Sinatra. Close enough.<\/p>\n

Needless to say, the setting sets the stage for the meal.<\/p>\n

\"Louis<\/p>\n

The new Taste of Louis<\/b> set menu<\/a> is a real hit \u2013 like a sit-down with Paulie where everyone eats first and talks later. You\u2019re eating like made men for \u00a334.50 (two courses) or \u00a339.50 (three). Reasonable, sure \u2013 but not cheap, especially with a \u00a34.95 per-person entertainment fee tacked on. At this price point, it better be good.<\/p>\n

But you\u2019re not just paying for food at Louis, you\u2019re paying for a cinematic experience that you can\u2019t do better at home.<\/p>\n

Better still, Louis is just a short walk from the Opera House Manchester and Aviva Studios (home of Factory International), making this set menu a perfect pre-theatre dining<\/a> option.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

Beyond the interior, Louis showcases exceptional attention to detail across the board \u2013 from the finely crafted cutlery to the exquisite glassware, every element reflects premium quality and thoughtful design. When you\u2019re holding one of those weighty, delicate wine glass stems filled with a fine Barolo, you can\u2019t help but feel like Don Corleone himself. It\u2019s that perfect mix of luxury and character that makes the whole experience feel a little bit special.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Louis\u2019 wine list tips its hat to the old-school cellars where French heavyweights \u2013 Champagne, Bordeaux, and Burgundy \u2013 ruled the scene. Back then, a splash of Hungarian, German, or Spanish wine was considered adventurous, and American bottles were just mimicking their European cousins (yes, \u201cCalifornia Burgundy\u201d was a thing).<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

Today, Louis keeps that classic spirit but opens the door to a world of wine, from iconic estates to rare vintages and big bottles made to share. It\u2019s a list built for sipping, exploring, and enjoying without fuss.<\/p>\n

The cocktails walk a fine line between class and sass. The PB&J Old Fashioned is smooth but packs a punch, while the Bloody Maria kicks like it\u2019s got a little business of its own. These are not drinks you sip in a rush \u2013 they\u2019re for people who enjoy sitting back and letting the night unfold.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

At the Louis bar, their obsessive attention to detail extends to their homemade Limoncello. In pure Sicilian-style, they peel the lemons by hand to get just the zest, juice them fresh every single day, then infuse the whole thing with their own \u2018Tito\u2019s Vodka\u2019 and lemon sugar. It\u2019s a process that feels more like a ritual than a recipe. The final mix is stored at \u201316\u00b0C, so when it hits the glass, it\u2019s ice-cold, velvety, and bursting with bright citrus flavour. It\u2019s like lemon meringue pie in a glass. It\u2019s the kind of after-dinner drink that makes you want to linger a little longer. They make five different diffusions, including Classic lemon, Coconut, Bergamot (it\u2019s Italian, after all), Raspberry, and Blood Orange (all \u00a38).<\/p>\n

Step into Louis, and you\u2019re not just dining \u2013 you\u2019re starring in your own Italian-American film noir. From the red velvet curtains to the live jazz serenading you from the stage, every corner oozes old-school glamour. But let\u2019s talk about the real stars: the food.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

What makes the Taste of Louis set menu an unforgettable experience is that the pace is smooth, the service is sharp, and the portions hit the sweet spot between satisfying and not too heavy before a show.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve got a few crowd-pleasers to choose from. The Iberico Meatballs for starters come tender, swimming in rich San Mazano tomato marinara sauce like they just came outta Ma\u2019s kitchen in Brooklyn with a touch of spice. Proper classic.<\/p>\n

The mac and cheese balls are all golden, crispy outside, gooey inside, with a spicy Cajun mayo kick.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

A fresh 125g burrata served with heirloom tomatoes and basil. Simple, elegant, and as timeless as a classic Coppola film.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

For mains? The Rigatoni alla Vodka with Guanccalli, al dente rigatoni in a creamy San Marzano tomato and vodka-infused sauce, has a smoky kick that means business. It\u2019s as bold and unforgettable as a Scorsese masterpiece.<\/p>\n

The Chicken Parm is crisp, cheesy, and so classic it should be wearing a pinky ring. A comfort food classic that never goes out of style.<\/p>\n

\"\"Chicken Parm<\/p>\n

And yes, they do a New York Strip so good it\u2019d make Jimmy Conway crack a grin. Fresh vegan spaghetti tossed with garlic, pepper flakes, and parsley. A minimalist dish that lets the ingredients shine.<\/p>\n

Spaghetti Aglio E Olio is fresh vegan spaghetti tossed with garlic, pepper flakes, and parsley. A minimalist dish that lets the ingredients shine.<\/p>\n

Dessert comes from a trolley (which is a nice old-school touch), and the options are all classics. Apple Pie, Baked New York Cheesecake, or Tiramisu. Each dessert is a sweet ending that leaves you craving an encore. That Baked New York Cheesecake, though a bit safe, is rich without being too dense. A clear winner.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re heading to Louis in Manchester and not sure what to try, their new Taste of Louis menu is a solid place to start. It\u2019s a set menu that gives you a real feel for what the kitchen does best \u2013 Italian-American classics with a bit of an upscale twist.<\/p>\n

Service is slick without being overbearing \u2013 attentive when you need them, discreet when you don\u2019t. Everyone moves like they\u2019re part of a well-rehearsed cast, which only adds to the feeling that this isn\u2019t just dinner \u2013 it\u2019s theatre.<\/p>\n

Live music brings it all together. Whether it\u2019s soul, swing, or smoky jazz, it ties the whole night up like the third act of a Scorsese film. You came here to be entertained, and Louis knows it.<\/p>\n

\"Louis\"<\/p>\n

Louis Manchester ain\u2019t just dinner at a restaurant \u2013 it\u2019s the whole nine yards. The kind of place where you\u2019d expect to bump into Henry Hill having a late supper, telling stories like, \u201cOne night, Billy Batts walks in and says, \u2018Get your taste buds ready.\u2019\u201d With the Taste of Louis menu, you\u2019re getting fine food, sharp service, and a night to remember.<\/p>\n

Go hungry, dress sharp, and for the love of all that is marinara, don\u2019t be late. Especially if you\u2019ve got curtain-up at the Opera House. Louis will make sure you\u2019re fed, watered, and out the door in time, with a bit of Rat Pack swagger in your step.<\/p>\n

The Taste of Louis menu is available Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.<\/p>\n

An entertainment fee of \u00a34.95 per person is included in your bill to support the talented performers who help create an unforgettable ambience throughout your visit.<\/p>\n

To book a table for a Taste of Louis, visit their website here<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"So I walk into Louis in Spinningfields and I\u2019m thinking, \u201cAs far back as I can remember, I…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":106275,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8813],"tags":[748,393,4884,42980,2465,19717,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-106274","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-manchester","8":"tag-britain","9":"tag-england","10":"tag-great-britain","11":"tag-louis","12":"tag-manchester","13":"tag-spinningfields","14":"tag-uk","15":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114517554519819197","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/106274","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=106274"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/106274\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/106275"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=106274"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=106274"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=106274"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}