Our punter says

Climat is accessed through a dark entrance with a single, subtle sign and up a lift to the rooftop, like something from Gotham City.

The welcome was warm and the décor light and airy, with amazing views over the city, even on a classically rainy Manchester afternoon.

The daily changing menu is based around sharing plates – we were advised to order five or six for two. The wine list is vast and quite daunting but the knowledgeable sommelier took time to ask what we liked and recommended a few choices within our budget, and he chose well.

First up, a curried lamb vol-au-vent – meaty and lightly spiced, with a yogurt base and garnished with crispy fried curry leaves. These added even more flavour – not from the seventies, this one.

Next, a rich octopus and morcilla stew, with the crunchy breadcrumbs adding needed texture to the velvety soft octopus and garlic mayo.

The jerusalem artichoke with creamy ricotta was a lot for two people. The artichoke was soft and nutty but a little gritty – it didn’t spoil the dish but I queried it.

They didn’t quibble and took it off the bill immediately, which was a nice touch, although they didn’t need to do so.

The star of the show was a flaky halibut with a rich burnt butter and charcoal-roasted squash. Capers and lemon added balance to what was a superb plate of food.

Finally, we ordered roasted duck breast from the larger plates section, and large it was – so much so, we had to take some home. Simply presented with radicchio, I would have preferred it pinker, but it was still juicy and tender.

We didn’t have room for dessert unfortunately, so that will wait for next time.

Overall, we loved it. The atmosphere was relaxed, the staff were all great and the bill was less than I expected.

Bill for two, including service: £171.58 Atmosphere: 9

Service: 10

Food: 9

Total: 28/30