Affordable Restaurants In Manchester

Not only does Honest Burgers promise perfectly cooked burgers and a menu of thirst-quenching drinks, but it's a favourite of the cheap restaurants in Manchester city centre. Head here for meaty, veggie and vegan options with a stunning rooftop for those warmer days.

Mexican street food and punchy cocktails collide at El Capo in the Northern Quarter. Choose between small plates, burgers, tacos, burritos, nachos and wings for the ultimate affordable spice fix, while signature concoctions all start at £7 a pop. 

One of many student spots in Manchester, Footage stands out from the crowd thanks to quirky interiors, low price cocktail pitchers and their range of mouthwatering grub. From the all-day brunch to loaded burgers and dogs, there's plenty of crowd-pleasing favourites to choose from.

Craving barbecue at a bargain? Cane and Grain offers baby back ribs, roast chicken and burgers fit for the most carnivorous of people, all with a range of signature sauces to douse your bites with. You're in for a lip-smacking treat without breaking the bank at one of the top restaurants in Manchester's Northern Quarter.

Located in the hub of Salford Quays, Lime Restaurant and Bar is a brilliant all-day restaurant for casual dining in Manchester. Whether you're looking for a light bite, lunchtime dish, dinner feast or pre-theatre plate, you'll find everything you need to satisfy any hunger pangs.

If you're looking for somewhere to eat and drink while you watch the game, Walkabout in Manchester Printworks will give you just that. Serving up all your favourite beer and gin to wash down wings, burgers and sharers, you can't go wrong with a cheap meal here.

Fronting pizza at just £4 a slice and tasty vegan kebabs, the resident kitchens at YES are really delivering the goods when it comes to cheap meals. Better yet, this bustling live music venue is bound to have some entertainment for you to enjoy after your meal too.

A real taste of India in the heart of Manchester, Mowgli is not afraid to throw in spice even for the smallest of prices. Their tiffin boxes are a firm fave, giving you four tiers of meat or veggie specials chosen by the chef, with rice or bread included for £14 or £16. 

One of the best student restaurants in Manchester, Turing Tap is the perfect place for keeping a close tabs on those pennies. Fronting a range of small plates and sharers, plus pizzas, burgers and pubs mains, this pocket-friendly watering hole caters to all cravings.

Sandwiched right between Chinatown and the Gay Village is Yates Manchester, offering up pub grub and plenty of booze at rock-bottom prices. For brekkie, you can chow down on a full English or breakfast wraps. While the main menu includes Thai red curry, katsu curry chicken 'n' chips and a range of pies.

Boasting classic cocktails, delicious sides and much more, Purezza is also slinging out the best vegan slices around. Grab a pizza for less than £13 or tuck into three small plates for £18 - we recommend the meatballs, caesar salads and garlic sourdough.

Think you know cheese toasties? You ain't seen nothing until you've sunk your teeth into melting sarnies, stuffed with layers of bacon and lip-smacking pickles, at Northern Soul. Located by The Arndale, this casual spot is perfect for a quick budget-friendly bite.

Aching for a taste of some traditional Irish grub? O'Sheas offers all the favourites, including a full breakfast or a Guinness pie. And to top it off, every Monday their entire main menu is 50% off, making it a bangin' restaurant deal.

Chow down on fluffy buns, crispy tempura, sashimi, yakitori and plenty more at Shoryu. With deals that range from NHS and student discounts to two for one buns on a Monday and takoyaki for just £4.95 on Tuesdays, it's one of our favourite affordable restaurants in Manchester. 

A vegetarian and predominantly gluten-free restaurant, Bundobust is serving some of Manchester's best cheap eats. For just £6, you can munch on a bhaji butty, vada pav veggie burger and raghda pethis mushy pea cakes, with a wide choice of cocktails to top it off. 

Vegan food doesn't always have to be expensive, as Sandbar, a popular spot for cheap grub, proves. The restaurant is huge on sustainability and making feel-good dishes for a low cost, with around 20 options priced at no more than £15 for a 14-inch pizza. 

With fresh and locally sourced ingredients, Trof is a quirky Northern Quarter spot serving quality food at reasonable prices. Think, hearty roast dinners, wholesome brunches and plenty more pub classics, with no dish ever exceeding the £20 mark.  

It's all about small plates and pared-back interiors as chef-owner Michael Clay whips up a pocket-friendly menu in the heart of Ancoats. Out with the whole family? You're in luck, because not only is Elnecot dog-friendly, but kids under 12 can eat for free. You're welcome.

Fancy a cold brew and a hearty meal? There's loads to choose from at The Courtyard, from dirty loaded fries to drool-worthy cheesy pizza. If you're keeping costs low, all their burgers come in at under a tenner, with cheap pints to boot.

While there's many cool places to eat in Manchester, Crazy Pedro's is one of the city's favourites. With Friday to Sunday happy hours fronting £10 pizzas and two cocktails for a tenner too, you're guaranteed a great meal on a budget.