If your weekend doesn't involve this meal, then did it actually happen? From iconic piles of pancakes smothered in sauce or French toast topped with fresh fruit to Instagrammable interiors boasting plush seating and striking decor, this is a real set of stunners. Looking for a sleek new spot? Check out our top pick of places for the best pretty brunch in Manchester.
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Last updated on 3rd November 2025
With modern interiors and a dazzling menu to match, Banyan is serving up a the best pretty breakfast in Manchester city centre. Head here to find dishes like the vibrant and tasty smashed avocado and beetroot hummus on sourdough.
While not technically a brunch, Cherry Jam's Saturday afternoon teas, themed music specials and Sunday grazing platters are still worth a mention. Why? They're accompanied by bottomless cocktails and beers to make your weekend a boozy affair, while also finishing off with bingo.
When it comes to pretty cocktails, sleek interiors and food that tastes as good as it looks, The Anthologist is up there. Not only will you find gnocchi mac 'n' cheese, buttermilk chicken burgers and a whole section dedicated to bloody marys, but you can even bring your pooch along.
If the drinks list at The Alchemist wasn't sexy enough, this beaut bar is bringing you a wide range of breakfast and brunch dishes to boot. Join them for salt beef Benedicts, piles of sweet or savoury pancakes and full English feasts washed down with signature sips.
Competing to be crowned best bottomless brunch in Manchester is Foundry Project. Think prosecco, bellinis, mimosas and bloody marys for drinks. That's paired with shakshuka, breakfast pizzas or thick, fluffy pancakes smothered in salted caramel sauce, pecan brittle and whipped cream.
Looking for an Instagrammable brunch in Manchester? From the foliage to the wall murals and even an life-sized phone box, On The Hush is full of decor to get into your next snap or reel. Better yet, food includes chorizo hash, chicken 'n' waffles, Turkish eggs and more washed down with 90 minutes of unlimited booze.
Sometimes you fancy a top-notch meal... but also want to upgrade your 'Gram feed. So why not check out The Lawn Club? This gorgeous outdoor venue is offering a pretty bottomless brunch in Manchester city centre, with a sunny lawn area and spaces on their foliage-adorned terrace available to book for 90 minutes of free-flowing fizz with pizzas and indulgent desserts.
Just a stone's throw from Canal Street, MAYA Manchester offers a bottomless brunch that's anything but ordinary. Set in an eye-catching Art Deco space, this brunch pairs your choice of main with endless bubbles, beer, or hand-crafted cocktails. From an ex-dairy burger with lyonnaise onions to Shetland mussels served with pet nat, the menu combines bold flavours and fresh ingredients.
Complement your meal with sides like hispi cabbage in anchovy butter or creamy truffle mayo potatoes, and finish with decadent desserts such as milk ice cream with rhubarb granita. Whether you want a chill catch-up or a party brunch, MAYA delivers on glamour, great food, and bottomless drinks.
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Dreamy décor, golden bubbles, and plates almost too pretty to eat, Freight Island's Ornella's Little Kitchen Brunch is a feast for the eyes as much as the taste buds.
Expect beautifully presented Italian classics, from whipped lemon ricotta bruschetta to picture-perfect tiramisu, all served in Manchester's coolest open-air space.
If only a beautiful rooftop brunch in Manchester will do, then The Ivy is your best bet. Renowned for their elevated brasserie dining, pan-Asian plates and beautiful interior design, they've got every base covered. Better yet, this sky-high setting has a glass ceiling and plenty of floral accents, so you can soak up the sun in style.
Evelyn's takes souffle pancakes, shakshuka or eggs and plates them up across a quirky space decorated with exposed light bulbs and hanging plants. Brighten up your usual weekend antics with this pretty halal brunch in Manchester.
If you're hankering for the coolest brunch, why not make it an Indian meal? Dishoom is a feast for both your eyes and stomach, with Bombay-Irani style café interiors of stained glass windows, canary yellow booths and parquet flooring. As for food, you can't go wrong with the bacon naan roll. Swoon.
A quirky restaurant and bar in the NQ, Trof also happens to be one of the best spots for brunch in the city. Make your way through a wide choice of affordable breakfast goodies while surrounded with vintage furnishings and bright wallpaper.
Slicker than your average, Gaucho's is the place for a fancy brunch in Manchester. From Latin twists on the usual steak-filled fare to unlimited starters ready for scoffing and Instagrammable interiors topping it all off, this restaurant is a firm fave.
Looking for an all-day brunch that really packs a punch? Federal Cafe & Bar is a real Northern Quarter gem, serving signature banana bread, steak 'n' eggs, French toast and breakfast sarnies. To wash it all down, there's freshly brewed coffee and a range of classic cocktails.
