Ramsons
In ramsbottom is, without doubt, the place to eat in the whole borough and is also one of the best places to eat in greater manchester as a whole. it has often featured in manchester evening news reports and revues. they have won prizes nationally and regionally. much of their food and wine is sourced directly from italy. a true gem! book in advance as this place has a great reputation. they do some sort of "book last minute" promotion at times.
Peppe's
Is like the above in the south of the borough, this time in whitefield, down manchester road from bury centre. it is a tiny, family run, italian restaurant next to the metrolink station. excellent food and very popular.
Roma
Is just up the road from the above and good during the day for coffee and lunch.
Slattery's
Is also on bury old road in whitefield in a former pub building. the cafe on the first floor is vast and good for lunch and afternoon teas. on the ground floor they sell excellent cakes, for which they are well known throughout the area. there is a good car park.
Met Theatre
The restaurant/cafe bar at the Bury Met Theatre is good and also popular, as a bar, in the evenings.
Chocoholics
Has to be the best cafe/tea room in town. this is in the shopping centre, up the "street" opposite the entrance to boots the chemist, towards the bhs store. service is excellent and the salads, sandwiches and cakes are superb. the whole place is spotless and a credit to its owners. it has such a loyal, local following.
Yates's
(http://www.yatesbars.co.uk/). a large bar located directly behind the 'robert peel' statue. features a fair selection of food and drinks at a good price.
TGI Friday's
Is in prestwich by the premier inn on junction 17 of the m60.
Antonio's
In whitefield, has been refurbished and this family run restaurant is very friendly. the budha lounge and fort of india both good are on the same crossroads.
The Village Hotel
The restaurant at The Village Hotel offers good food and friendly service to residents and non residents alike.