Harden's says
The Whalley Range area of Manchester is home to this exclusive supper club-style restaurant with only one employee - chef-patron Eddie Shepherd.
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Vegan (or vegetarian) and brilliant” – well-travelled chef Eddie Shepherd “works alone, cooking and serving with real passion and exciting techniques”, creating twelve-course meals for £125 per person that are “a must for exemplary plant-based cuisine”. No more than eight guests gather in the dining room of his South Manchester home for each meal – and many are prepared to wait three months for the privilege. In late 2024 it was listed as one of the best 100 vegetarian restaurants in the world by the We’re Smart Green Guide. Top Tip – it’s BYOB, and there’s a fridge if you need to chill your drink.
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17 Alness Road, Manchester, M16 8SP
Restaurant details
The Walled Gardens Underground Restaurant Restaurant Diner Reviews
"We’ve been lucky to dine with Eddie at The Walled Gardens many times now — sometimes for cosy date nights, other times with meat-eating friends and family — and every single visit has been a real treat. Everyone we’ve brought along agrees that Eddie’s food and his hospitality are truly second to none. Eddie serves a tasting menu and each dish he creates is a remarkable combination of artistry, science, and pure culinary genius. Every course is beautifully presented, full of surprises, and has incredible depth of flavour. But beyond being an incredibly talented chef, Eddie is just a genuinely lovely soul — warm, welcoming, and phenomenally passionate about what he does. His hospitality and creativity make every visit unforgettable."
17 Alness Road, Manchester, M16 8SP
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | CLOSED |
| Thursday | 7 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 7 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 7 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 2pm‑6 pm |
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