Zorbas
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About Zorbas
Zorbas serves Greek, Cypriot, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes from a stall inside the Arndale Market on High Street, with seating shared among the market's food stalls rather than set apart on its own. Chicken gyros is prepared in front of customers, and the pita comes with cabbage, lettuce, spicy peppers and garlic sauce, with customers choosing which extras go in rather than following a fixed list. Other options include lamb gyros pita, falafel gyros, and a chicken pistachio rice combo, with the rice served topped with raisins. It operates on a walk-in basis with no reservations. Zorbas also caters office lunches and events for larger groups.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Kids' menu
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken gyros, falafel gyros, lamb geros pita and chicken pistachio rice.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chicken gyros, falafel gyros, lamb geros pita and chicken pistachio rice.
Customer Review Summary
Gyros are the recurring draw at this Arndale Market stall, with reviewers naming the chicken gyros, falafel gyros, and lamb gyros pita as regular lunch orders, often described as hot, fresh, and prepared in front of customers. Close behind, a long-time customer names chicken and spinach as their go-to meal, and another calls the chicken pistachio rice combo flavourful. Value and consistency draw the main complaints: one paid £8.50 for a chicken gyros that turned out to be "more salad than chicken," while another found a lamb gyros pita bland and pulled bones from it. A separate reviewer disputes the food's authenticity as Greek, pointing to the pita gyros ingredients and rice with raisins. One customer also reports being overcharged without a receipt and describes discarding a shisha kebab over food poisoning concerns. One review describes an office catering order for over 30 people, where a manager offered menu suggestions and quantity estimates that made planning effortless, with the food arriving fresh and well presented.
Customer Review Summary
Gyros are the recurring draw at this Arndale Market stall, with reviewers naming the chicken gyros, falafel gyros, and lamb gyros pita as regular lunch orders, often described as hot, fresh, and prepared in front of customers. Close behind, a long-time customer names chicken and spinach as their go-to meal, and another calls the chicken pistachio rice combo flavourful. Value and consistency draw the main complaints: one paid £8.50 for a chicken gyros that turned out to be "more salad than chicken," while another found a lamb gyros pita bland and pulled bones from it. A separate reviewer disputes the food's authenticity as Greek, pointing to the pita gyros ingredients and rice with raisins. One customer also reports being overcharged without a receipt and describes discarding a shisha kebab over food poisoning concerns. One review describes an office catering order for over 30 people, where a manager offered menu suggestions and quantity estimates that made planning effortless, with the food arriving fresh and well presented.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Nice spot for lunch in the Arndale, away from all the chaos of the shops. Falafel gyros was yummy & I liked that they let you pick which extras you wanted in it, rather than it being a set ingredient list. Not badly priced & portion was massive. The lady was lovely as well !!”
- Google user
“The chicken pistachio rice combo is amazing and flavourful The best thing to try in Manchester for a lunch”
- Google user
“AVOID!!!!! Abusive prices based on how you look. We got there this morning and we ordered some rice and lamb shank the rice was funny cause I think the guy gave me the rice from yesterday or even worse 1 shisha kebab my boyfriend ordered was overcharged 10£ for just 1 we just found out later the guy charged us 20£ for funny food we thrown in the bin cause it was impossible to eat cause we could get food poisoning from it. I'll report this place to the authorities tomorrow morning it needs to be investigated. No receipt provided and overcharged because the staff wanted to do so.”
- Google user
“Been coming in here 10 plus years since college days. Excellent food and the friendliest of staff. Chicken & Spinach is the go to meal.”
- Google user
“Zorbas recently catered an office lunch for over 30 people, and the entire experience was exceptional from start to finish. The manager (or possibly the owner) was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process—he offered thoughtful menu suggestions, helped estimate the right quantities, and made everything feel effortless. The food presentation was beautiful, and the quality of the dishes was outstanding. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Our entire team was impressed—everyone enjoyed the meal and had nothing but compliments. Highly recommend Zorbas for any event—professional, delicious, and truly a pleasure to work with!”
Highlights
“Zorbas Greek, Cypriot, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines”
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Salad bar
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- Casual
- Onsite services
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 2
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Offerings· 1
- Small plates
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Family-friendly· 1
- Kids' menu
Location
Restaurants near Zorbas
- The Real Greek Manchester4.52,3430.1 mi£10–20Reservations
moussaka, souvlaki wrap or box, halloumi fries
- Turkish Grill (the Kebab Lab)4.51,7270.1 mi
chicken shawarma, naan donner kebab, hot wings
- Sinclairs Oyster Bar4.33,1020.1 miOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsReservations
fish and chips, no mobile phones policy, cheap sam smiths lager
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZorbasWheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.3211 | — | £1–10 | chicken gyros, falafel gyros, lamb geros pita |
| The Real Greek ManchesterReservations | 4.52,343 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | moussaka, souvlaki wrap or box, halloumi fries |
| Turkish Grill (the Kebab Lab) | 4.51,727 | 0.1 mi | — | chicken shawarma, naan donner kebab, hot wings |
| Sinclairs Oyster BarOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.33,102 | 0.1 mi | — | fish and chips, no mobile phones policy, cheap sam smiths lager |
The 3 nearest restaurants by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
