Mr Cooper's House & Garden - The Midland (Deansgate)

• It's a seriously impressive space with the grand windows
• You'll know I'd already earmarked what we were eating after some negotiation
• The more interesting dishes as a 'foodie' for me were the starters
• The staff running the show are equally as great at presenting the food in a way which would excite even the grumpiest of guests
• The restaurant is really funky yet stays in line with the heritage of The Midland
• There is a big tree in the centre of the restaurant to reflect the garden and a wall of live herbs were growing as well which I thought was pretty cool
• We started the evening with cocktails at the bar which was actually the library section of Mr Cooper&rsquo
• Mr Nom was surprised that his Garden of Tea den cocktail was served in a teacup but it clearly stated on the menu
• Mr Coopers at the Midland hotel is the embodiment of consistency
• Each time we have visited there seems to be new dishes on the menu and the quality is retained for old favourites
• Where the restaurant is currently located
• A study area with leather booths where friends can enjoy intimate chats and some lovely food
• Garden comes from the hands of Simon Rogan who is undeniably one of the best chefs in the UK
• Garden the food is more casual than that served at his Michelin outposts
• Particularly interesting were the starters with their many Asian inspired touches
• We started with some caramelised scallops (£
• These were nicely cooked and were accompanied by a delectable cucumber sambal
• Memorable because it was nice and tangy
• To temper the sambal was a lovely tahini dressing
• As garnish there were some jalapeno fritters which were glorious
• 8.50) crumbed in a buttermilk and polenta batter were scrumptious
• The coating was uniquely crunchy with a fabulous texture to it
• Accompanying the oysters was an interesting and lively kimchee puré
• Served with the crab was a deliciously sweet avocado and sweetcorn relish
• Also on the plate was a truffle pudding made using layers of croissant
• 7) had an earthy flavour and paired well with the contrasting acidity and sweetness in the accompanying blood orange in miso butterscotch
• 7) was gorgeous with its smooth
• The highlight dessert was the key lime pie (£
• 7.50) which came with a delectable filling that was creamy
• I would probably skip the mains and choose additional starters as these were far more enjoyable than the mains
• The starters were particularly original and interesting
• Classic location with beautiful interiors
• We checked the bride and family into this beautiful hotel and Mr Coopers was a natural go to often during that period
• The bar is really lovely and relaxed and the staff are very attentive and look after you very well
• I was a bit concerned it may be a bit repetitive but that was not the case
• The food is of excellent quality and i had no complaints at all the staff are very attentive

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