Are you visiting Manchester for the first time? This is my list of must do activities. I've got you covered for brunch, lunch, dinner and activities. All of these are budget friendly and suit a range of people from couples, friends and families!
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Brunch
Lunch
Dinner/tea
Things to do!
Bars
Brunch
This is my absolute number 1 brunch spot I love love love!!! The foccaccia as well is unbelievable. Bringing all the relaxed vibe with a huge menu for all tastes.
Pot Kettle Black
Another popular brunch spot be prepared to queue! But their eggs are so worth it.
Ezra & Gil
Oh my goodness if you want pancakes you have to go here!! Delightful
Evelyn's
We love this place for brunch, their beans on toast is gorgeous! A lovely relaxed atmosphere but I'd definitely recommend booking!
The Pen and Pencil
Lunch
This is a proper hidden gem opposite the arndale it is EVERYTHING salt and pepper.. including hash browns!!
Salt & Pepper | Manchester
The best sandwiches ever! Just make sure you know this is take out only!
Fat Pat’s
I adore this place, I don't think it's shouted about enough. Amazing coffees and a proper cafe menu
The Vienna Coffee House
Now this is a hidden gem. Within Manchester art and design centre is this proper cafe.. the Lancashire cheese sandwiches are honestly incredible. Stunning scenes
Fred's Cafe
Dinner/tea
A gorgeous Italian, a great place for a special meal. I had the seabass pasta and it was exceptional!
Cibo Manchester
One of my favourite places, lots of entertainment, somewhere that everyone goes. Couples, friends, families, any ages! They have different food vendors so everyone can choose what they like!
Freight Island
Things to do!
The architecture here is stunning, even if you're not a big reader it is gorgeous to see! Highly recommend going in for a look round, it's free to enter too! Just check there are no big events going on!
John Rylands Research Institute and Library
Bars
So much fun and fab cocktails, can just get very busy at peak times!
