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Best Foodie Spots in Manchester

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Here is a comprehensive list of my favourite places to eat in Manchester. From cheap eats to luxury, chicken to pizza, there’s something for everyone. Some of my favourites are the cheapest spots in Manchester with lunch meal deals midweek.
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Fast Food

 
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Big licks have the most incredible mains and desserts. They seriously have so much option it’s hard to pick! The theming of the restaurant is so cool too.
Big Licks
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I’ve had to add this one specifically, as the one in the Arndale no longer sells bacon! And bacon cheeseburger is my go to order
Five Guys Burgers and Fries Piccadilly Circus
 
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I love a burrito and this spot has huge burritos as well as chicken wings, tater tots and so much more!
Listo Burrito
 
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You can’t beat an all you can eat buffet. Especially when they have a chocolate fountain!
COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Manchester
 
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Chiquito is a place I’m desperate to revisit. I loved the beef burrito there and all of the sides I ordered. Delicious! And I got to wear a sombrero!
Chiquito
 
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Some of the tastiest food I’ve had in Manchester. Full of flavour. And the curly wurly martini was an absolute winner!
Las Iguanas - Manchester - Deansgate
 
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So many food options at Mackie mayor but I personally love tender cow’s steak ciabattas and chips
Mackie Mayor

Pizza

 
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They have the most giant pizzas I’ve ever seen! Great to share with friends. Plus unique toppings like cheese and onion pie!
Nell's Pizza
 
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The most delicious handmade pizzas with lots of options and lovely dips.
Rudy's Pizza - True Neapolitan Pizza
 
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The wackiest pizza flavours I’ve ever seen! I always have to go and try out their newest ones!
Crazy Pedros

Luxury

 
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Absolutely stunning 3 course meal With wine. The chocolate cake had gold leaf on it! And the steak was to die for
Podium Restaurant and Bar
 
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The most incredible bottomless brunch we’ve ever had. The steak was out of this world and the empanadas I could have taken boxes of them home!
Gaucho Manchester
 
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Love the Hard Rock Cafe. The theming is amazing, getting to see all of the memorabilia on the walls. I also love the steak!
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester
 
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The most incredible dining experience I’ve ever had. The Alice in wonderland theming was impeccable and the food is to die for
Six by Nico Deansgate

Asian Cuisine

 
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Suki Suki has the best Thai green curry in Manchester! They also have banging cocktails and flavoursome salt and pepper chips!
Suki Suki
 
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One of the more unique spots on my list. This place has 3 floors of food options. The bottom floor has my favourite curries and custard bao buns!
Hello Oriental
 
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I love the noodles and curry mix from Chopstix. Or the salt and pepper chicken and salt and pepper potatoes!
Chopstix - Manchester Piccadilly

Chicken

 
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I crave their food most days. The spicy chicken is so flavoursome and the peri peri fries are incredible
Smoke & Pepper (Manchester Tib St)
 
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They have the most unreal £6 lunch deal Monday - Friday! And they’re salt and pepper chicken is chefs kiss!
Yard & Coop Manchester
 
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The pink restaurant already draws me in, however the spice level in the chicken tenders is an absolute win for me!
Archie's - Manchester Piccadilly
 
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How could I not add a cheeky Nandos onto this list! It’s a classic!
Nando's Manchester - Arndale

Cheap Eats

 
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One of my all time favourite lunch spots. They have a £10 meal deal during the week which sports the most delicious steak ciabatta!
The Blues Kitchen Manchester
 
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The most lovely venue with lots of plants and flowers. The steak and chips meal deal is such good value and tastes delicious
Garten Bar & Grill Manchester | Bar & Restaurant
 
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I was lucky enough to be here on opening day and they gave out free burritos, my goodness they were tasty!
Zambrero Manchester Piccadilly
 
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Delicious food, great cocktails.
The Pen And Pencil
 
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The ever so popular market stall turned restaurant. They have the tastiest salt and pepper dishes and are always expanded their menu!
Salt & Pepper