Top 5 Brunches in Manchester
There are no shortages of places to grab brunch in Manchester. Check out our top 5 places to get brunch with some friends or family.
By Holly Eliza Temple | Updated Nov 6 2024
Taking time out to enjoy brunch in Manchester is something that everyone should experience, no matter if you’re a local or a visiting tourist. If you’re not in the know, brunch is the mouth-watering combination of breakfast and lunch, served anytime from 10am - dishes usually include eggs in some style; perfect for a hangover if you have one!
Manchester has some of the best eateries in the North of England and they tend to take brunch pretty seriously so, if you’re in the city and are looking for a brunch hot-spot, here are some of the best places to eat in Manchester:
The Koffee Pot
9am-10pm Monday - Saturday & 9am-4pm Sunday | 84-86 Oldham St, Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 1LE
A much-loved Manchester institution, The Koffee Pot is a must-visit if you’re looking for the best of Manchester brunch locations. Set in the chilled out Northern Quarter area, The Koffee Pot is the destination of choice for those looking to banish the worst of hangovers after a night out in the local bars.
The menu consists of breakfast classics like a Full English, or Irish Fry –– all with locally sourced meat –– as well as American Pancake Stacks, Eggs Benedict and the Koffee Pot brunch favourite - the MancMuffin. There’s also a wealth of veggie and vegan options, as The Koffee Pot serves breakfast for all.
Mackie Mayor
9am-10pm Tuesday - Saturday & 9am-6pm Sunday | Smithfield Market Hall, 1 Eagle Street, Manchester, M4 5BU
If you or your brunch buddy are indecisive, then head to multi-vendor market hall Mackie Mayor. With such a huge and varied range of delicious food on offer, there will be something that even the fussiest of eaters will enjoy. All of Mackie Mayor’s food is locally sourced, and vendors focus on using ingredients which are of the highest quality. If you’re feeling particularly hungry, then why not try a few offerings? With the market opening at 9am, you can get there early and have as many brunches as you like!
This is one of the best places in Manchester to eat if you’re looking to experience the city’s unique atmosphere and famous food.
Albert’s Schloss
9am-2am every day | 27 Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5QR
If you’re visiting Manchester with the intention of spending the day exploring the city’s bars and pubs, then a visit to Albert’s Schloss is the best way to start your day - or stay as long as you like, they close at 2am!
Take it from us; you really have to try one of their resident Cruffins or Cronuts - made fresh every day, these delights are a Manchester brunch staple not to be missed. If you’re looking for something even more memorable, go for the Schlossage Sandwich – a Bratwurst patty, Black Forest ham, omelette and more all inside a pretzel bun.
All brunch dishes can be enjoyed alongside a pint of one of their 10 heritage brews, or alpine themed cocktails for a true brunch experience.
Moose Coffee
8am-5pm every day | 20 York Street, York House, Manchester, M2 3BB
For those with a slightly sweeter tooth, Moose Coffee is inspired by American breakfast culture. Their menu has over 30 brunch options alone!
A must-try is the Bronx Brunch, a potato hash with smoked sausage, streaky bacon and corned beef, served with fried eggs and toast. If you’re a coffee lover, you’re in for a treat with their extensive hot drinks menu.
If you really want to treat yourself to something that much more indulgent, give their Chocolate Peanut Butter milkshake a try!
Trof NQ
From 10am Tuesday-Friday & from 9am Saturday & Sunday | 8 Thomas Street, Manchester, M4 1EU
The perfect ‘treat yourself’ brunch venue, Trof NQ in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter is a red brick café-bar and gig venue with a dedicated Bourbon bar. Breakfast is served until 12pm, with Brunch & Lunch available until 3pm.
Expect brunch classics like avocado and poached eggs on toast, but with a classy twist. If you’re planning on drinking from their cocktails or extensive Bourbon list later on, line your stomach with the Fried Chicken and Waffles, or Chorizo Hash. Perfect for weekend catch-ups or group celebrations, this Manchester brunch hot spot can fill up fast, so it may be worth booking!