A short walk from the hustle and bustle of Castlefield, you'll find one of Manchester's best kept secrets, The Banyan Tree. With its understated, elegant decor and laid-back ambience, anyone who enjoys the Northern Quarter's chilled, contemporary vibe will feel at home. Is it a cafe? Is it a bar? Is it a restaurant? Well, it's really all of these. It's whatever you need it to be.

Typically, you'll find business meetings, social drinking and evening dining happening at the Banyan on any given day of the week; one often blending seamlessly into the other. Its appeal is built on two main factors: serene surroundings and high quality food. Not overblown, fine dining; English classics with an Asian twist - and a long, long way from 'pinged' pub food. This is the Banyan's ace in the hole.

The Banyan's creative kitchen team provide an ever-changing selection of 'specials' to compliment their standard menu of simple dishes made interesting. Ever had an onion bhaji on your burger before? A pizza with a naan bread base? Try, and you'll agree: it works. Or, play it closer to home and choose from a range of salads, snappy starters or English favourites like fish & chips or sausages & mash. Plus, there's the excellent full English breakfasts and Sunday roasts to contend with. Straight-forward and sublime.

The Banyan offers an expansive range of continental beers to compliment your food or broaden your drinking horizons. The wine list is comprehensive and offers excellent value for money. There's also shooters and cocktails for the more lively guest. Each week, the Banyan hosts a quiz night, cocktail night and dining discounts for your entertainment. Venue hire is also available, along with full outside catering facilities to bring the Banyan to you.