It's been a difficult few months.
People across the country are looking foward to getting back to some degree of normality - and going out for dinner.
We've pulled together a list of the best places to eat around Bolton to give you some ideas for the months ahead.
Many of the entries come from Trip Advisor, which takes in data from user ratings to rank the best options.
Others have been sent in by readers who responded to a request on the My Bolton Facebook page for people to share their favourite eateries.
Here are just some of the great restaurants, cafes and takeaways in Bolton:
Royal Balti House
Market Street, Farnworth
This award-winning Indian restaurant and takeaway is hugely popular with locals.
The food is good value for money and it has maintained a five-star rating on Trip Advisor having had more than 1,000 reviews.
While you can't go in and sit down, it is still open for takeaway if you fancy.
Poppins Tea Rooms
Lee Lane, Horwich
This small tea shop offers something a bit different.
If you want a quiet afternoon sipping from a range of teas or enjoying a piece of cake, this might be for you.
Tapaz
Bradshawgate, Bolton
Tapaz is a well-loved Mediterranean restaurant on one of Bolton's main high streets.
It offers a range of Spanish and Portugese-inspired dishes - from paella to chorizo to fried calamari.
The restaurant has a 4.5-star rating from more than 700 visitors on Trip Advisor.
Afghan Chopan
Deane Road, Bolton
This restaurant was recommended by one of our Facebook followers.
It offers a unique range of Middle-Eastern and Afghani cuisine, including large platters.
It is open for takeaway - and has room for dining inside.
The Cherry Tree
Dark Lane, Blackrod
Another reader submission, The Cherry Tree is a popular gastropub.
It has maintained a 4.5-star rating on Trip Advisor from 1,600 different ratings and boasts a menu full of twists on home cooked favourites.
The Cherry Tree has gained a number of new fans by offering its food to take away during the lockdown, but is mainly a restaurant.
Baker's
Blackburn Road, Egerton
Baker's is a cafe and a restaurant which provides options for every meal.
It is a much-loved favourite eatery for many people in Egerton, with a rustic decor and a menu full of tasty treats.
This is another cafe which boasts a high rating of 4.5 stars on Trip Advisor and is also ranked as the Bolton borough's second best place to eat.
Nam Ploy
St George's Road, Bolton
This family-favourite Thai restaurant is situated inside the old Spinners Hall building in the centre of Bolton.
It offers a range of classic Thai dishes and is popular for parties or gatherings.
It has remained open as a takeaway through the lockdown so you can try the food even before the rules are relaxed.
Sokrates Taverna
Winter Hey Lane, Horwich
The Sokrates Taverna claims to offer customers a 'taste of Greece'.
Located on the high street in Horwich, its menu includes a range of Greek classics from Souvlaki to Koftas and Mousaka.
The focal point of the menu is the Greek Meze Banquet which offers an array of 15 or more dishes served to the middle of the table for people to share.
