Our punter says

Tucked away in Chorlton, you’ll catch a glimpse of the smooth-running open kitchen as soon as you enter Campagna. The neighbourhood restaurant has created a warm, calm atmosphere with a combination of hanging plants and a team of friendly, attentive staff.

We were lucky enough to spot a focaccia tray fresh out the oven as we walked in on a Saturday evening, and it became the first thing we ordered before we had even sat down.

The menu is short and changes weekly depending on what is available. Chef Mike Thomas heroes seasonal produce while giving you a taste of southern Italy.

For the mains, there was one meat and one veggie pasta option, keeping decisions quick and easy. We chose a carafe of fruity Frentano Rosso for drinks.

We started with the fresh foccacia and panisse with rouille. The olive oil-soaked foccacia was crisp and salty on the outside, and fluffy and airy inside. It was very moreish but luckily we had a big slab each. The panisse was crispy to bite with a smooth and lightly creamy centre.

The pasta dish was my highlight, tagliatelle salsa di noci. A dish that combined lots of textures: freshly rolled silky pasta, a rich creamy walnut sauce with whole walnut pieces mixed in.

We finished up with all three desserts on the menu

– a light hazelnut torte, a melt in the mouth flourless chocolate cake with chantilly cream, and a creamy gorgonzola with homemade rye crackers and a side of quince and apple jelly. The only request I would make is a bigger serving of chantilly cream, as it was delicious.

Overall, despite a small menu, the quality behind each dish is high, and the brilliant service and feel of the restaurant leave you wanting to come back for more.

Bill for two, including service: £99

Atmosphere: 9

Service: 10

Food: 8

Total: 27/30