Harden's survey result
Summary
Patrick Hannity’s “charming old restaurant” in posh West Didsbury has hosted a steady stream of satisfied diners for 35 years, achieving “the highest standards” across the board. “Consistency with enthusiasm is still the hallmark of this much loved venue”; “the food is always good but unfussy – hence the loyal following over so many years”. Ahead of the curve on provenance, Patrick established his own 20-acre smallholding in Macclesfield Forest 15 years ago to provide vegetables, eggs and meat for the kitchen.
Summary
“The Lime Tree doesn’t change but is still refreshingly energetic”. “A gem” in Didsbury for 35 years, Patrick Hannity’s “really enjoyable” modern brasserie “retains its consistency in all departments year after year”. Key attractions: “great food that’s unfussy but so tasty, from a compact menu with every dish a winner”, plus a “reasonably priced but excellent wine list”. Also, “a nice welcome laid-back ambience, with staff and management on top of their game”.
Summary
“We have been coming here for years with family members from children to 96 year olds, and have always enjoyed good food with the warmest of welcomes” – Patrick Hannity’s appealing modern brasserie in Didsbury has been one of Manchester’s top destinations since 1987, and “one word sums the place up: consistency” – “the menu appeals to all tastes”, and “the service is class”.
Summary
“We have been coming here for years with family members from children to 96 year olds, and have always enjoyed good food with the warmest of welcomes” – Patrick Hannity’s appealing modern brasserie in Didsbury has been one of Manchester’s top destinations since 1987, and “one word sums the place up: consistency” – “the menu appeals to all tastes”, and “the service is class”.
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The Lime Tree Restaurant Diner Reviews
"The Lime Tree never disappoints. Beautiful food, lovely setting and attentive staff. Still as good today as it was when we first went 35yrs ago."
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £16.00 | £20.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £7.50 | £17.00 | £3.50 | £6.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £23.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
8 Lapwing Ln, Manchester, M20 2WS
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑5:45 pm |
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