Affordable Restaurants And Cheap Eats In Manchester

Whether you’re a broke student or just trying your hardest to live the Champagne lifestyle on a lemonade income, dining out hasn't got to break the bank. Fortunately for you, our city is home to many cheap eats suitable for any food connoisseur. 

From budget-friendly breakfasts to bottomless pizza slices and cheap lunch meal deals, here are some of the best cheap eats in Manchester.

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Last updated on 22nd August 2025




The Lawn Club

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On Wednesdays, you can nab unlimited wings for £10 per person at any time of day thanks to The Lawn Club. Whether you just love the stuff or fancy an all you can eat contest with your mates, this is the place. Plus, there are pizzas, lunches for a tenner, and seasonal drinks here too, which can be enjoyed on their stunning outdoor terrace or on the sprawling lawn.

Yard & Coop Manchester

Craving top-tier fried chicken without breaking the bank? Yard & Coop in Manchester's Northern Quarter has you covered with their wallet-friendly lunch deal - just £8 for a hearty dish and a refreshing soda, Monday to Thursday.

Whether you're tucking into a BBQ Bird bap, a Chip Shop Butty drenched in curry sauce, or their famous Salt N Pepper Basket, you're in for crispy, juicy, flavour-packed perfection. 

Slug And Lettuce - Bars In Manchester

Not just the home of 2 for 1 cocktails, Slug and Lettuce in Didsbury, Deansgate, Albert SquarePiccadilly and beyond are sure to satisfy your hunger pangs without breaking the bank. From bottomless brunch to breakfast and burgers, all meals are covered here.

These gorgeous pink venues all offer their own unique decor, from pretty floral displays to quirky neon signs. They've also got one of the most extensive menus around, ranging from fajita chicken pasta to Malaysian katsu curry or bacon cheeseburgers - alongside an offer of five small plates for £25.

Nell's NQ (Common)

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Boasting two buzzing locations in the Northern Quarter, AltrinchamChorlton and Piccadilly, Nell's is a laid-back haunt that serves up some of the most affordable food and drink in the city. They specialise in New York-style pizzas, served by the slice or as whole 14 and 22-inch pies.

Enjoy tasty toppings like barbecue chicken or burrata, with ice cream sandwiches for dessert. From 12 to 4pm on weekdays, their 14-inch pizzas start from just £7.77, while individual slices begin from only £3.25 all week. As for drinks? Expect cheap pints and cocktails for under a tenner.

TGI Fridays Trafford Centre

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Located right in the heart of the Trafford Centre, TGI Fridays is a laid-back restaurant that specialises in affordable American dishes. Expect casual interiors and a welcoming atmosphere, as well as two-for-one cocktails all day long.

Tuck into the likes of loaded potato skins, glazed beef burgers and spicy chicken quesadillas. Afterwards? Their birthday cake sundae is to-die-for.

Pizza Pilgrims Manchester - Deansgate

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Situated on Deansgate, the beloved Pizza Pilgrims are bringing their affordable slices to the heart of Manchester. Here, you can nab all sorts of delicious Neapolitan pizzas, with toppings ranging from eight cheeses to mushroom and truffle or double pepperoni with hot honey.

Expect rustic, colourful decor and checkered table cloths, as well as a cool pop-up bar serving signature cocktails and slushies. For dessert, don't miss out on the Nutella tiramisu.

Manahatta Deansgate

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The new York-inspired Manahatta in Deansgate is the ideal venue for affordable eats in glamourous surrounds, thanks to luxurious velvet seating and decadent hanging lights. Tuck into dishes like steak frites, all-American hotdogs and gourmet burgers for under £20 per person, or take advantage of their bottomless brunches and parties for unlimited cocktails with your meal.

ASK Italian Manchester

You can count on ASK Italian to provide you with mouthwatering eats at an affordable price, with a huge menu of Italian classics to choose from. Kick off with cocktails for as little as £7.95 each, before tucking into a range of all-day dishes.

Take a seat in this bright, airy venue to enjoy all sorts of scrumptious food - we're talking mushroom and truffle calzone, seafood linguine and slow-cooked beef pappardelle, with a Sicilian lemon meringue tart for dessert.

PizzaLuxe

For an authentic taste of Italy, make your way to PizzaLuxe in Manchester Arndale. Using fresh ingredients, homemade dough, and gourmet toppings, every bite is a slice of amore, offering treats like Hawaiian, Sicilian, and picante pizzas. Their inviting space is perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or a place to unwind with friends. They also offer free-flowing drinks and pizza for two hours, for just £34.95 per person.

Bundobust

A vegetarian and predominantly gluten-free restaurant, Bundobust is a great choice for cheap and casual dining in Manchester city centre. For just £6, you can munch on a bhaji butty, vada pav veggie burger and raghda pethis mushy pea cakes, with a wide range of cocktails to top it off. 

Pieminister

A family-run business that has won multiple awards across the years, Pieminister's Manchester outpost can be found in the Northern Quarter. Expect casual interiors with wooden tables and exposed brick walls, alongside a menu of affordable eats.

Their pies cost just £8.50 each, with fillings ranging from chicken and mushroom to goat's cheese and sweet potato. You can get these as a meal paired with mash, beans, peas and more, and they even offer two cocktails for £15.

Northern Soul

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 choice of the best casual restaurants in Manchester is perfect for a quick cheap eats.

Maray Manchester

Promising bold, Eastern Mediterranean flavours on a budget, Maray can be found in Spinningfields. Originating in Liverpool, this vibrant restaurant is ideal for groups, with a menu that's designed to be shared and long wooden tables among the foliage and raw concrete walls.

Devour plates of black garlic braised carrots, crispy sea bass and plum-coated halloumi, with dishes starting from only £5.50. Plus, they offer a set lunch menu for £19.95, including one mezze and two other plates per person.

THE BUTCHER

Doing cheap eats at Manchester restaurants justice is THE BUTCHER, a brand that's already made an award-winning name for itself in Amsterdam, Berlin and Ibiza. Whether you want eggs benedict-inspired brekkie burgers, truffle-laced beef or classic cheese-topped patties, this Urban Playground location is just the place.

Rudy's Peter Street

Perfectly cooked pizza? That's what's in store at Rudy's Peter Street, but at an affordable price to boot. Expect to be munching through slices topped with roast porchetta, sage potatoes, smoked mozzarella, caramelised onions and more at this cheap spot, all of which come in at under £15.

Bunny Jackson's Juke Joint

Bunny Jackson's Juke Joint is located in the Castlefield area, taking its name from a (potentially fictional) 80-year-old man who had one leg, one eye, no teeth and a harmonica - who ran the old Juke joints in New Orleans. The design of the venue is just as eccentric as its backstory, complete with colourful artwork, disco balls and a stage for live music.

There's a menu of US-inspired, affordable eats to get stuck into, ranging from £10 cheeseburgers with fries to wings from just 25p each.