Best places to get a breakfast in Manchester

Whether you’re recovering from a massive night or getting ready to head out on a Saturday or Sunday, there’s one question you’ll always ask yourself: where are the best places to get breakfast in Manchester?

And if we’re being honest with you, it’s a tough question to answer. There’s been somewhat of a boom in bougie breakfasts over the past few years, and it often feels like a week doesn’t pass without a new opening serving up towering pancakes, Turkish eggs, loaded sourdough and coffee strong enough to bring you back to life.

But that’s exactly why we’ve done the hard work for you. From proper Mancunian fry-ups and North American-style feasts to Middle Eastern-inspired brunches, canalside cafes and places perfect for a slow Sunday morning, Manchester’s breakfast scene has a little bit of everything.

So, whether you’re after something cheap and cheerful, fancy treating yourself or just need enough food to undo the damage from the night before, these are some of the best breakfast places in Manchester to get stuck into.

Koffee Pot

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Best for: A proper Mancunian fry-up

When: Monday – Sunday: 9am–3pm (kitchen closes at 2:45pm)

Where: 84–86 Oldham Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 1LE

Don’t get us wrong: we absolutely love a fancy, fusion breakfast served up on the finest of sourdough bread. But eggs, bacon, sausage and black pudding? They’re the classics, and the classics never go out of style.

So, if you’re nursing the mother of all hangovers or just craving a good, old fry-up, head to Koffee Pot on Oldham Street. Open since 1978, it’s become an institution for Mancs looking for a good bit of grub. Think English, Irish and Scottish fry-ups, veggie brekkies, pancakes, waffles, eggs and even, if you’re feeling brave, a pint to wash it all down with. Just get down early – this place gets busy.

 

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Idle Hands

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Best for: Coffee, breakfast and a slice of pie

When: Monday – Friday: 8:30am-5pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 10am-4pm

Where: Dale House, 35 Dale Street, Manchester M1 2HF

How does a massive slice of pie before midday sound? Good, great, scrumptious, even? Yeah, we thought so too.

If you’re partial to sweet delights oozing from pastry, get yourself down to Idle Hands. Sitting on Dale Street in the Northern Quarter, this laid-back independent serves up speciality coffee, an all-day brunch menu that includes overnight oats, avocado on toast, sourdough toast, and of course, those gorgeous pies. It’s always buzzing with creative types and coffee lovers, and its stripped-back decor makes it the perfect place to ease into the morning rush.

 

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Elnecot

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Best for: A boozy Saturday brunch

When: Saturday brunch: 11am–3pm

Where: 41 Blossom Street, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AJ

If you’ve spent Friday night sampling the sweet nectar or smooth ale served in Manchester’s best pubs, then take it from us: you’ll need a refuel. In fact, we’d go as far as to say you deserve a refuel, so head on down to Elnecot in Ancoats, and let their warming Shakshuka or rich Turkish eggs work their magic and leave you feeling warm, comforted and perfectly primed.

And if Saturday morning calls for a starting base instead of a recovery plan, Elnecot’s bottomless brunch is a perfect option before you head out for a walk on the Marina or into town. Grab your mates, secure a table and embrace the slow pace. After all, breakfast doesn’t have to happen before 10am.

 

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Federal

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Best for: Aussie-inspired brunch

When: Monday – Friday: 7:30am-4pm; Saturday-Sunday: 8am–5pm

Where: 9 Nicholas Croft, Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 1EY

At the risk of sounding like an over-concerned caregiver, you’re going to need a good breakfast in you if you’re spending the day wandering around Manchester’s shops, food halls and restaurants. That’s where Federal comes in.

Inspired by the neighbourhood cafes of Australia and New Zealand, they’ve built a serious reputation for brunch, coffee and the kind of food that makes you consider becoming a morning person. And no matter whether you’re starting off your day in the Northern Quarter, Deansgate or near Oxford Road, they’ve got you covered with a spot in each location. It’s almost as if they placed them there on purpose. Get down early, though. The queues often get busy fast.

 

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Layla’s

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Best for: Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast

When: Monday – Friday: 8am-4pm; Saturday – Sunday and bank holidays: 8am-5pm

Where: 9 Catalan Square, Castlefield, Manchester M3 4RU

Breakfast is great. But breakfast with a view? Even better. A relatively new opening on Catalan Square in Castlefield, Layla’s brings a Middle Eastern flavour to the city’s food scene, offering Turkish eggs and more alongside overnight oats, bagels and coffee.

And while the food is great, the colourful decor, cool rugs, big windows and canalside location add the icing on the cake. Bring your partner or mates here for a treat, or rock up solo near the window and people-watch while you enjoy your breakfast. And if the weather is particularly nice, sit outside, nurse that coffee and watch Manchester come alive as the morning unfolds.

 

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Dishoom

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Best for: A breakfast with a difference

When: Breakfast served Monday – Friday: 8am-11:45am; Saturday – Sunday: 9am-11:45am

Where: 32 Bridge Street, Manchester M3 3BT

That Dishoom does a cracking breakfast comes as no surprise. After all, its hip take on the food of Bombay has won over the UK’s tastebuds in the past few years, and when you throw in the Manchester branch’s location – a beautiful former Freemasons’ Hall on Bridge Street – you’ve got all the ingredients for an extra special breakfast.

Feast on their cooked breakfasts, which include spiced chicken, eggs, and of course, bread that tastes as if it came from the gods. If you’re after something lighter, yoghurt, oats and fruit are all on the menu, but don’t just take our word for it. Step inside and experience the culinary delights for yourself. Because let’s be honest: it beats that supermarket-brand granola every time.

 

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Haunt

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Best for: Mediterranean-inspired brunch

When: Monday – Tuesday: 7:30am-8pm; Wednesday – Thursday: 7:30am-9pm; Friday: 7:30am-11pm; Saturday: 9am-11pm; Sunday: 9am-8pm

Where: 58 Peter Street, Manchester M2 3NQ

Haunt claims that it’s all about that Mediterranean ‘easy life’. And, to be honest, we think they’ve got it spot on. Every morning, you’ll find 9-5ers, students and everyone in between popping in for their morning coffee or a bite to eat before the day gets going.

So, if you fancy treating yourself to a proper bit of food before heading to the Central Library for a day of studying, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better spot. Speciality coffee? Check. Tiramisu French toast? Check. Everything you need to start the day right? Check.

 

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Moose Coffee

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Best for: North American-style breakfasts

When: Monday – Sunday: 8am–4pm

Where: York House, 20 York Street, Manchester M2 3BB

While we’d all love to jump on a plane to the USA at 9am, it’s not the most practical move. Luckily, Moose Coffee offers a compromise: North American-style breakfast right in the heart of Manchester.

Think big, comforting plates stacked with pancakes, waffles and more on York Street. It’s an easy shout before a day of shopping, sightseeing or recovering from whatever happened the night before.

 

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Corner & Bloom

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Best for: Breakfast in Didsbury

When: Monday – Thursday: 9am-5pm; Friday – Sunday: 9am-6pm

Where: 812 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester M20 6UH

Ahh, Didsbury. Leafy streets, lovely parks and one of the best places to get breakfast in Manchester. And top of the list? Corner & Bloom.

Family-run and independent, it’s been serving up food to locals and commuters since 2021, and just take a look at that menu. Full breakfasts, meat-free options, homemade cakes and great coffee. Plus, the bright, plant-filled space gives everything that chilled-out feel, and you can even bring your dog along too. Make this your starting point the next time you’re having a mooch around Didsbury.

 

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99 Reasons

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Best for: An affordable breakfast in Chorlton

When: Monday,Tuesday and Thursday: from 10am; Wednesday: from 4pm; Friday: from 10am; Saturday – Sunday: from 9:30am

Where: 99 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 9GA

If you’re after breakfast without watching a shed load of money disappear from your bank account, get down to Chorlton.

Now, that might seem like an odd thing to say, as the leafy suburb is known for its sky-high house prices. But 99 Reasons keeps things simple and affordable. You’ve got full English, eggs Benedict, smashed avo and poached eggs on the menu, plus a full vegan breakfast if meat isn’t your thing. Throw in sweet options like toasted banana bread and you’ve got a top-tier option when it comes to the morning feast.

 

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Manchester doesn’t mess around when it comes to breakfast. Whether you want a fry-up hefty enough to sort out a hangover, Turkish eggs by the canal, towering pancakes or a strong coffee and something sweet, there’s no shortage of places ready to set you up for the day. And if you need some guidance on where to spend the rest of your day, check out the best pubs, rooftop bars, food halls, restaurants and clubs in Manchester.

 

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