Boasting independent bars and restaurants whichever way you turn, this is a top neighbourhood for a classic weekend feast. From piles of pancakes washed down by bottomless bubbles through to freshly brewed coffee that comes perfectly paired with a full English, these places are making a meal of it. Check out our guide to a Northern Quarter brunch.
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Last updated on 21st May 2025
Whether you're looking to start your weekend with a bang or seeking hair of the dog, Foundry Project's bottomless brunch in the Northern Quarter is a winner. This place has a tempting morning menu to add a bit of 'get up and go' to your day, including a dedicated hangover-curing pizza or a full English shakshuka.
This Northern Quarter bottomless brunch is pretty affordable, especially if you consider that the £29 per person includes a dish each plus two hours of unlimited booze - rather than the usual 90 minutes. Munch piled-high brekkies, burgers and pizza, all washed down by fizz, cocktails or beer.
Whether you're opting for unlimited booze or just standard brunch fare, Shack Bar & Grill is sure to hit the spot. Think Biscoff French toast, chorizo chilli eggs, pancakes or waffles, with free-flowing prosecco or beer should you want it. What's more, swing by on Saturdays for a disco-themed meal.
The bottomless brunch club at On The Hush is the ideal place to get your weekend fix of chorizo hash, Turkish eggs and chicken 'n' waffles. Not only that, but there's 90 minutes of cocktails or prosecco to wash it all down.
For anyone on the hunt for the best brunch in the Northern Quarter, Wilson's Social is a must-visit. Offering a delicious selection of brunch options served until 4pm daily, you'll find everything from hearty flatbreads and small plates to tasty burgers and sandwiches.
With the added bonus of bottomless brunch available every Saturday and Sunday, it's the perfect place to catch up with friends over a leisurely meal. Plus, with their fantastic cocktail and craft beer selection, your brunch experience is sure to be unforgettable.
Like your brunch plates to come with a side of bottomless fizz? The Pen & Pencil is the restaurant for you. Oozing New York vibes thanks to its industrial decor, this spacious eatery is keeping bellies stuffed with brekkie classics, plenty of bubbles and a choice of cocktails.
If you're hunting for the best breakfast in the Northern Quarter Manchester, then all-day hangout North Tea Power is the one. Worshipping at the altar of brekkie food, the independent coffee shop serves up classics or vegan options until the early evening, including sarnies, eggs on toast and rotating specials.
A Manchester staple when it comes to brunch, Trof is serving up the classics until 4pm. Perfect for when you need a little TLC, this quirky restaurant bar will get your weekend started with avo toast, vegan breakfasts and roasted peaches, all accompanied by espresso martinis.
The best brunch places in Manchester city centre? The Northern Quarter's Evelyn's Cafe Bar has to be right up there. Settle down among the quaint, foliage-packed space for a choice of za'atar mushrooms on toast, buttermilk pancakes or fried chicken sandos.
Widely considered the best brunch in Northern Quarter Manchester, Federal Cafe & Bar is bringing a little Australian attitude to your feasting. Proving it knows a thing or two about early mornings, this place will keep you coming back for banana bread, omelettes, Turkish eggs and bagels.
Cool and casual, Terrace NQ are all about the big breakfast plates, serving a full English across the whole day. If bacon, sausages and black pudding isn't your cup of tea, the spot has lighter dishes including eggs benedict. Or, for those with a sweet tooth, there's a wide range of homemade cakes.
In a charming nook of the Northern Quarter, Sugar Junction is a retro hangout with repurposed furnishings and laid-back vibes channelling the spirit of the 1950s. With vintage pianos, old-school radios, classic movies, and creative drinks, it's the perfect place for retro enthusiasts to dive into delightful brunch goodies featuring treats like vanilla french toast, wild-berry chia bowl, and poached eggs on toast.
