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BAB, Manchester,

BAB

4.5
4.5
1218 Reviews
£25 and under
Middle Eastern

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
We’re all about vibrant flavours, locally-sourced ingredients and homemade marinades and sauces. Watch our team of creative chefs make fresh flatbreads, from scratch, in our open theatre-style kitchen. We cook all of our breads on a robata grill, giving each kebab that lovely charcoal flavour.

We also offer a selection of tasty non-babs, meze dishes and desserts. Our drinks list includes freshly made iced teas and a variety of beers, wines and soft drinks. We have recently expanded and now offer an amazing choice of cocktails, from savoury to sweet and everything in between.

So, come hungry, pull up a chair and enjoy a kebab worth sitting down for.

At peak times tables will have a maximum sitting time for 1hr 30mins from the start of the booking time. The host inform you on arrival.

Unfortunately, we are unable to serve Coeliacs due to the risk of cross contamination.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, British, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Phone number
    0161 806 0813
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Cairo Taylor
  • Private party facilities
    We are now opened our second floor, perfect for Birthday's, corporate event, christmas parties or weddings. If you would like more information, click on this link to see our private hire brochure:- https://babnq.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Bab-Private-Hire-Brochure-2.pdf Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Info@babnq.co.uk 0161 806 0813
  • Neighbourhood
    Manchester
  • Cross Street
    Just off Stevenson Square on Little Lever Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,218 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Manchester/Greater Manchester

    Innovative

  • Manchester

    Innovative

  • Manchester

    Good for groups

  • Manchester

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BAB offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food," a "funky, inventive" menu, and excellent value. Guests rave about the "amazing atmosphere," attentive staff, and generous portions. The Northern Quarter location is perfect for those seeking "great flavours" and a relaxed setting. Highly recommended for both casual meals and special occasions.

1,218 Reviews
  1. amy

    Manchester

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was ok, Everything served pretty cold so very obviously not fresh. Waitresses were unhelpful, we didn’t receive any of the sides we ordered as she was clearly not paying attention to us when we ordered. Would not return or recommend

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  2. Raj

    Liverpool

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a table for 7 pre-booked. Staff were patient and attentive. Food was excellent. The Greek Style chips were delicious as was my main of Calamari and Prawans. Everybody in the group enjoyed the meal, so well worth a visit.

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  3. Paula

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great space, lovely staff, delicious food would definitely recommend

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  4. Ellie

    Manchester

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered the BAB sharer, the food was absolutely delicious and service was great!

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  5. Dave

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely meal, great value and the staff are great. 👍

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  6. JOSHUA

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the food and friendly service from staff, very attentive and checked in at appropriate times, will be back

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  7. Lindsay

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at BAB and got a Confidentials deal. Great value. Would return.

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  8. Katie

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food... decent price especially for central Manchester. Good atmosphere but not too loud. Will definitely go again and recommend.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Advised when ordering I can’t have citrus, was eating and food had orange peel in, which inevitably made me sick at the end of the evening, left 3/4 of the main due to this, meats on both Babs were lukewarm and didn’t receive our side of fries at any point, advised server who said he would address with chef, bill came and was charged for the full meal but left fries and off, staff were polite enough but allergies/intolerances need to be taken more seriously

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  10. Paul

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, fantastic value. Loved it.

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FAQs

BAB does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

BAB is rated 4.5 stars by 1218 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BAB

14 Little Lever Street, Manchester, M1 1HR

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Just off Stevenson Square on Little Lever Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Manchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–9:15 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, British, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cairo Taylor
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    0161 806 0813
  • Private party facilities
    We are now opened our second floor, perfect for Birthday's, corporate event, christmas parties or weddings. If you would like more information, click on this link to see our private hire brochure:- https://babnq.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Bab-Private-Hire-Brochure-2.pdf Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Info@babnq.co.uk 0161 806 0813
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