Manchester’s dining scene gets a huge new addition as world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay opens his eagerly anticipated establishment, Lucky Cat on King Street.
With its grand opening today, Lucky Cat Manchester becomes Ramsay’s first major venture in the city and the second Lucky Cat location worldwide, cementing Manchester’s status as a premier destination for exceptional cuisine, drinks, and entertainment.
Drawing inspiration from the vibrant ambience of Tokyo’s 1930s kissas and drinking dens, Lucky Cat promised an unparalleled ‘super premium dining experience that is sure to captivate food enthusiasts and gastronomes alike’. Although it’s a bit early to tell whether they’ve delivered their promise in full, there’s no doubt it’s a special atmosphere with a unique food offering that this grand space has never seen before.
Nestled within the breathtaking Art Deco structure that magnificently stands beside and beneath Manchester’s renowned Hotel Gotham, Lucky Cat Manchester takes over the building previously occupied by Jamie’s Italian before it closed in 2019.
This new King Street Manchester location not only features a main restaurant but also boasts expansive private dining spaces and private bars, catering to intimate gatherings and special events.
Guests can anticipate an ultimate dining experience accompanied by world-class wines, expertly crafted cocktails, and live DJs, ensuring a sensory journey that transcends the ordinary.
Leading the culinary team at Lucky Cat is the legendary Gordon Ramsay himself, working alongside Executive Head Chef Andre Camilo. Together, they have painstakingly crafted each dish with an unwavering focus on sharing culinary excellence.
Lucky Cat Manchester seamlessly combines incredible new creations with the all best selections from the Mayfair menu, ensuring an unparalleled dining experience from London to Manchester.
The menu at Lucky Cat takes you on a gastronomic adventure, introducing culinary icons such as the Korean Spiced Black Cod, the Bonito Fried Duck Leg Bao, the sumptuous Sirloin Weeping Tiger, and the legendary Lucky Cat Duck Bao.
Their signature favourite Jocky Fried Chicken (JFC) is a fragrant Korean-style fried chicken dish named after the Hell’s Kitchen finalist, now Group Executive Development Chef, Jocky Petrie, and is one of the only items on the menu that hasn’t been changed since inception.
The other fan favourite synonymous with their London menu is the Egg Fried Rice which comes with a fried egg before it’s mixed in with the rice. It’s a simple but show-stopping dish to share between a few.
Carnivores need to try the Rare Breed Sirloin with weeping tiger sauce and lime, or the Spiced Lamb Chops with chilli sauce, tofu cream.
For seafood aficionados, the depths of the ocean come alive with tantalising sushi and raw dishes, ranging from exquisite Tuna Tartare and mouth-watering California Rolls and Dragon Rolls to half or whole Roasted Lobster with yuzu beurre blanc, furikake.
The innovation extends beyond the kitchen to the bar, where Lucky Cat presents an imaginative cocktail list that pushes boundaries and reflects the restaurant’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Try their classic Old Fashioned which is a rice whisky blend – Suntory Japanese Whisky, Maker’s Mark and Balmore – stirred with bitters, poured over ice and garnished with orange peel.
Gordon Ramsay is expected to make an appearance at the restaurant’s VIP launch on 28th June.
Book a table at Lucky Cat Manchester
Lucky Cat Manchester by Gordon Ramsay officially opens to the public today (Thursday, 1 June 2023).
Secure your place by visiting the restaurant’s website or by calling 0161 424 9150 for restaurant and group reservations, or 0207 5921373 for private dining and event inquiries.
100 King St, Manchester M2 4WU
