Tom Barnes’ first solo restaurant is an emblem of the ongoing transformation of Manchester’s Shudehill district, or NOMA as the neighbourhood is now known. Without pomp, tablecloths or dress codes, Skof’s laid-back attitude belies its Michelin-star status.
Expect: Sensational seasonal tasting menus, with British produce like Orkney scallops and Sladesdown duck. Book two to three months in advance.
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