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Located in one of the finest hotels in Manchester, the elegant French Restaurant lies within the grandeur of The Midland Hotel. The sumptuous surroundings invite you to relax and enjoy the highest standards of modern French cuisine. A long-term recipient of two AA rosettes, as well as four gold stars from the Good Food Guide, this is celebrated as the premier fine dining establishment in the city centre. The experienced Head Chef and his team take the finest ingredients and give them that extra special treatment for which the restaurant is famous. This really is a magnificent throwback to an earlier era of fine dining, with its red and gold walls evoking the ambience of an earlier, more relaxed time, as featured in the classic Brideshead Revisited. Indeed, one of that series’ stars, Laurence Olivier, would always drop in when he was in Manchester, as would Judy Garland. The venue is still popular with contemporary celebrities, being a haunt of Robbie Williams, as well as the location for David and Victoria Beckham’s first date. Soft lighting, silver cutlery and pristine white tablecloths set the tone; the waiting staff are dressed formally, but you don’t have to be. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, The French provides the perfect setting, with its mouth-wateringly tempting menu, and faultless service. Its Gastronomique menu, available from Tuesday to Friday, offers excellent value for money, presenting an enticing selection of dishes, with 2, 3 and 4 course options from only £25. The French is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 7pm to 10.30pm