HUNDREDS of customer reviews have helped to create a ranking of the best places to eat in and around Leigh.

Including eateries a short drive away, hungry customers have rated which establishment cooks up the best meals across Leigh and the surrounding areas - that are categorised under restaurants on Trip Advisor.

With people often looking to Trip Advisor for advice on where best to travel, stay or eat, the rankings are determined by the frequency, quality, and quantity of a place's online reviews.

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Top ten places to eat in Leigh as rated on Trip Advisor:

Perola Do Mar

Leigh Journal: Perola Do Mar, on Railway RoadPerola Do Mar, on Railway Road (Image: Google Maps)

With a 5 star rating from 613 reviews, Perola Do Mar is rated as the number one place to eat in Leigh.

Serving authentic Portuguese meals, the Railway Road restaurant has heaps of positive reviews on Trip Advisor, including 546 'excellent' ratings.

One recent review reads: "A must try! The couple who run this restaurant are amazing.

"Our party of four, all left feeling full and happy on a wonderfully tasty evening shared. I highly recommend you try this place with an open mind and heart and I promise you will not regret it."

Green Lane Fish and Chip Restaurant

Leigh Journal: Green Lane Chippy, on Holden RoadGreen Lane Chippy, on Holden Road (Image: Google Maps)

With a 4.5 star rating from 698 reviews, Green Lane Chippy is rated as the second best place to eat in Leigh.

Serving a traditional fish & chip shop menu to both sit in and takeaway, the Holden Road has 544 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "Good Old Fashioned Grub. If you fancy a good old-fashioned fish supper then this is the place for you.

"Well cooked plentiful and moderately priced. The staff are polite and welcoming can't find any faults would definitely recommend".

The Nevison Country Inn

Leigh Journal: The Nevison Country Inn, on Plank LaneThe Nevison Country Inn, on Plank Lane (Image: Google Maps)

With a 4.5 star rating from 453 reviews, The Nevison Country Inn is rated as the third-best place to eat in Leigh.

Serving traditional pub food in addition to a wider menu, the Plank Lane pub and restaurant has 314 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor

One recent review reads: "Great Homemade Food, and Gluten Free.

"First visit and I can say the food was fantastic, also a great selection for gluten free, lots of clean plates - that says it all. Will be going back."

Koi Japanese Cuisine

Leigh Journal: Koi Japanese Cuisine, on Leigh RoadKoi Japanese Cuisine, on Leigh Road (Image: Google Maps)

With a 4.5 star rating from 204 reviews, Koi Japanese Cuisine is rated as the fourth-best place to eat in Leigh.

Serving authentic Japanese and Asian food, the Leigh Road restaurant has 155 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor

One recent review reads: "Delicious Japanese Restaurant. The food quality is great. Sushi is fresh and the hot food for kids are amazing.

"The price is reasonable. It’s worth to go and try. The furnishing is a bit old but the food and service are good."

Curiosity Liquor Emporium

Leigh Journal: Curiosity Liquor Emporium, on Market Street in AthertonCuriosity Liquor Emporium, on Market Street in Atherton (Image: Curiosity Liquor Emporium)

Just outside of Leigh, the Curiosity Liquor Emporium has a 5 star rating from 115 reviews and is rated as the fifth-best place to eat around Leigh.

Rated as the best place to eat in Atherton, the popular bar and restaurant serves up burgers, pizza, chicken dishes and breakfasts from its Market Street location.

It has restaurant has 111 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "Brilliant place with great vibes. Very relaxed. Superb service from the lovely Evie.

"The food is great too. We’d highly recommend the Curiosity Burger, yummy!"

Chennai Indian Restaurant

Leigh Journal: Chennai Indian Restaurant, on Warrington RoadChennai Indian Restaurant, on Warrington Road (Image: Google Maps)

Located on Warrington Road in Glazebury, Chennai Indian Restaurant has a 4.5 star rating from 417 reviews and is rated as the sixth-best place to eat in and around Leigh.

Serving an authentic Indian menu, the restaurant has 355 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "Dined at this restaurant a few times, and the food is always delicious. The staff are always helpful, and I would recommend this venue to anyone who enjoys the highest quality Indian food."

Hare and Hounds

Leigh Journal: Hare & Hounds, on Golborne RoadHare & Hounds, on Golborne Road (Image: Google Maps)

Located on Golborne Road in Lowton, the Hare and Hounds pub has a 4 star rating from 217 reviews and is rated as the seventh-best place to eat in and around Leigh.

Serving a large menu, including traditional pub grub, grilled meats, as well as breakfasts and lunches, the pub and restaurant has 163 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "Massive improvement. Ribs and pork belly combo was great, wife’s grilled chicken was lovely. Kids all enjoyed theirs. After Eight sundae was great as were all desserts.

"This place has massively improved since we last came last year."

Miller and Carter Steakhouse

Leigh Journal: Miller and Carter Steakhouse, on Newton RoadMiller and Carter Steakhouse, on Newton Road (Image: Google Maps)

Located on Newton Road in Lowton, Miller and Carter Steakhouse has a 4.5 star rating from 828 reviews and is rated as the eighth-best place to eat in and around Leigh.

Serving a large menu with popular streaks and grilled meats, the restaurant has 605 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "We visited on the 1st of April and, as usual, had a delicious lunch. We both had steak, which was cooked to perfection.

"Our server George was very good most helpful and efficient. It was lovely to have a quick chat with Rachel and Sue, who are always extremely busy, a great asset to the restaurant. Hope to return soon."

Twentymans

Leigh Journal: Twentymans, on BradshawgateTwentymans, on Bradshawgate (Image: Twentymans)

Located on Bradshawgate in Leigh town centre, Twentymans has a 4.5 star rating from 114 reviews and is rated as the ninth-best place to eat in and around Leigh.

Becoming well known for its popular fresh pizza menu, the restaurant has 97 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One recent review reads: "This was our 1st visit at Twentyman's and I shall definitely be back. The pizza is outstanding!

"We had a wonderful afternoon, the restaurant is beautiful and quirky, the staff and service they provided was fabulous. Long may they continue with the pizza wizardry."

Uncle Ste's Diner

Leigh Journal: Uncle Ste's Diner, on Railway RoadUncle Ste's Diner, on Railway Road (Image: Google Maps)

Located on Railway Road just outside of Leigh town centre, Uncle Ste's Diner has a 4.5 star rating from 63 reviews and is rated as the tenth-best place to eat in and around Leigh.

With a popular breakfast and lunch menu, which also includes deliveries, the restaurant has 52 'excellent' ratings on Trip Advisor.

One review reads: "My son treated me today to a takeout breakfast from Uncle Ste's [...] and oh my goodness my son wasn't wrong about the food!

" So well cooked such great quality food products and damn so so tasty! Everything was perfect! Great choices and fantastic value for money! It's now one of my new favourite places to eat!"