Restaurants to celebrate Valentine's Day in Sale
Love is in the air! We don’t need an excuse to dine in Sale, but Valentine’s (Galentine’s or Palentine’s, yes that’s a thing apparently), gives us the perfect opportunity to pick some favourites. It could be a fancy meal for two or a few pizzas with your mates, whatever you fancy doing, we know the atmosphere is important.
So here’s a quick list to help you decide which restaurant in Sale is best for you and your Valentine’s plans.
Good to know: these restaurants are listed in no particular order.
Mangiando Calabro
If you’re after a Valentine’s meal that's intimate, Mangiando Calabro is a great shout. With just nine tables in the restaurant, evenings here are cosy and tucked-away. Dinner (Thursday to Saturday until 9.30pm) leans into bold Calabrian flavours, with comforting pasta dishes like Fileja Ca ’Nduja bringing a gentle heat and Tagliatelle Da Muntagna offering a richer, heartier option. Start by sharing the Tagliere Mangiando Calabro — it’s generous, full of cured meats, cheeses and pickles, and comes with a terracotta ’nduja warmer so you can soften it up and spread it over focaccia. Add in the friendly hosting from Salvatore and Manuela, and it’s the sort of relaxed, romantic evening that doesn’t feel overdone — just really good food in a genuinely special little spot on Cross Street.
Opening hours
Tuesday and Wednesday 11am–5.30pm | Thursday 5.30-9.30pm and Friday and Saturday 11am–3pm & 5.30-9.30pm.
📍 Mangiando Calabro, 186 Cross Street, Sale M33 7AG.
Choi’s
Choi’s is a standout choice for a Valentine's dinner. Intimate, relaxed and quietly exciting, this neighbourhood gem is the kind of place where you linger over every course.
The menu is playful yet refined, blending Japanese technique with bold global flavours, from inventive maki rolls to beautifully balanced small plates that are perfect for sharing. Add thoughtful service, a calm, cosy atmosphere and dishes that feel considered without being showy and you have a restaurant that’s ideal for date night. If you’re looking to impress without the fuss, Choi’s delivers exactly the kind of evening Valentine’s should be.
📍 Choi’s, 19A Washway Road, Sale M33 6RN
Indian House
Best for: Those looking to spice things up a bit.
Must-order dish: Chicken dum pot biryani
📍Indian House, 6 Hereford Street, Sale M33 7XN
Petisco
Best for: couples who want to try a variety of small plates.
Must-order dish: The king prawns take some beating!
📍Petisco, 56 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
Wood Fire Smoke
Best for: The pizza-loving party that wants a classy spot that isn’t stuffy.
Must-order dish: pesto dough balls
📍 Wood Fire Smoke, 7-8 Stanley Square, Sale M33 7XZ
Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant
Best for: the couple who love to travel
Must-order dish: their grilled kebabs
To book Veranda, call 0161 282 7200.
📍Veranda Mediterranean Restaurant, 16 Northenden Road, Sale M33 3BR
Chez Nous Bistro
Best for: Diners who appreciate modern British cuisine with a touch of French flair.
Must-order dish: Schnitzel “Cordon Bleu”
📍Chez Nous Bistro, 179 Marsland Road, Sale M33 3ND
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The Fat Loaf
Best for: Those looking for a relaxed, unpretentious dining experience.
Must-order dish: Their desserts are delicious!
📍The Fat Loaf, 62 Green Lane, Ashton upon Mersey, Sale M33 5PG
Piano Bar & Restaurant
Valentine's Day Special
Three courses (plus a glass of prosecco) for £30
📍 Piano Bar & Restaurant, 9 School Road, Sale M33 7XY
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