The best bakeries in Manchester

The best bakeries in Manchester

The original Roman settlers of Manchester were well aware of the importance of bread, panem et circenses and all, and this appreciation of the baked things in life has persisted here through the millennia. Today, Manchester is home to some of the best bakeries in the entire country, bringing home the bread with patiently fermented sourdough, meticulously laminated pastries, indulgent cakes, and more. Our guide to the best bakeries in Manchester highlights the artisan bakers making a difference. Read on to discover where to get the best baked goods in Manchester!

Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Daniel Sheppard, Content Writer UK, Thatsup
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  1. The best bakeries in Manchester
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      Pollen Bakery Among the most popular bakeries in the UK
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      Half Dozen Other Artisanal bakehouse in Manchester
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      Lovingly Artisan Best Artisan Bakery two years in a row
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      Hey Little Cupcake! Manchester's favourite cupcakery
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      Siop Shop Cult doughnuts and other baked goods
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      GAIL's Fast-growing bakery chain heads north
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      Gooey Indulgent cookies and other treats
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      Yellowhammer More than just a bakery
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      Companio Bakery Friendly Real Bread bakery
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      Alex's Bakery Sweet tooth central
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      Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Beloved Lebanese bakery in Manchester
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      Loaf MCR Baked goods made with loaf
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      Procaffeinated Fresh bread and fresh coffee
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      La Chouquette Award-winning French bakery in Manchester

The best bakeries in Manchester

Pollen Bakery Kampus Pollen Bakery Ancoats
Pollen Bakery Kampus
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Pollen Bakery Ancoats
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Pollen Bakery Kampus Pollen Bakery Ancoats

Among the most popular bakeries in the UK

Pollen Bakery's spacious locations are ideal for grabbing fresh bakes or enjoying a bite to eat. Going by its social media presence, this is one of the most popular bakeries in the country, and it's easy to see why once you've laid eyes on their appealing assortment of baked goods, ranging from freshly-baked pastries and sourdough breads to convenient seasonal brunch options.

  • Cotton Field Wharf Marina, 8 New Union Street 42 Aytoun St, Manchester City Centre
    Pollen Bakery Ancoats
    Cotton Field Wharf Marina, 8 New Union Street
    Pollen Bakery Kampus
    42 Aytoun St, Manchester City Centre
  • Pollen Bakery Kampus
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    Pollen Bakery Ancoats
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  • Pollen Bakery Kampus Pollen Bakery Ancoats
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill – Bakeries
Half Dozen Other Cheetham Hill

Half Dozen Other

Artisanal bakehouse in Manchester

Half Dozen Other, the bakery arm of Manchester's beloved Pot Kettle Black cafés, specialises in artisanal baked goods with a modern twist, including croissants, Danishes, and cookies with unique flavour combinations. Beyond serving as a wholesale supplier to venues across Greater Manchester, Half Dozen Other opens its doors to the public on weekends, offering seasonal specials and beverages on a first-come, first-served basis until sold out.

Lovingly Artisan

Best Artisan Bakery two years in a row

Lovingly Artisan, a quaint sourdough bakery, was founded by experienced baker and sourdough pioneer Aidan Monks in the Lake District. The bakery utilises a slow, 48-hour fermentation process and heritage grains to produce organic, award-winning breads. With a branch in Altrincham, customers can purchase a variety of sourdough breads directly, although home delivery across mainland UK is also offered. In 2024, British Baker declared Lovingly Artisan Britain's best artisan bakery for the second year in a row.

Hey Little Cupcake!

Manchester's favourite cupcakery

Hey Little Cupcake! in Manchester City Centre is a celebrated independent cupcake bakery known for baking all its treats fresh on-site. In addition to its Spinningfields café, it offers a delivery service. The bakery features a variety of seasonal cupcakes and custom celebration cakes. Visitors can also enjoy a themed afternoon tea or participate in a cupcake decorating class at the café, which also hosts children's parties.

Siop Shop

Cult doughnuts and other baked goods

Siop Shop on Tib Street is a must-visit for anyone with a passion for baked goods. This Manchester bakery has garnered a loyal fan base thanks to its inventive doughnut flavours, though it also offers timeless favourites like jam and custard. Alongside these sweet treats, you can enjoy freshly baked buns, savoury snacks, and coffee. Those who appreciate good branding will also enjoy Siop Shop's social media presence.

GAIL's Bakery King Street GAIL's Bakery Altrincham GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow GAIL's Bakery Didsbury GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
GAIL's Bakery King Street
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GAIL's Bakery Altrincham
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GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow
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GAIL's Bakery Didsbury
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GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
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GAIL's Bakery King Street GAIL's Bakery Altrincham GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow GAIL's Bakery Didsbury GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale

Fast-growing bakery chain heads north

Gail's Bakery, originally from London, is steadfastly expanding its presence in Manchester and nearby areas. Renowned for baking its own bread, pastries, and cakes with high-quality ingredients sourced from small suppliers, this popular bakery chain features bright interiors. Each location displays a selection of delightful sweet and savoury treats at the front counters, available every day.

  • 16 King St, Manchester City Centre 5-7 Shaw's Rd 46 Water Ln 760 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury 16 School Rd
    GAIL's Bakery King Street
    16 King St, Manchester City Centre
    GAIL's Bakery Altrincham
    5-7 Shaw's Rd
    GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow
    46 Water Ln
    GAIL's Bakery Didsbury
    760 Wilmslow Rd, Didsbury
    GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
    16 School Rd
  • GAIL's Bakery King Street
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    GAIL's Bakery Altrincham
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    GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow
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    GAIL's Bakery Didsbury
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    GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
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    GAIL's Bakery King Street
    016-134 887 84
    GAIL's Bakery Altrincham
    016-134 872 01
    GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow
    016-255 335 37
    GAIL's Bakery Didsbury
    016-134 887 83
    GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
    016-134 886 66
  • GAIL's Bakery King Street GAIL's Bakery Altrincham GAIL's Bakery Wilmslow GAIL's Bakery Didsbury GAIL's Bakery Manchester Sale
Gooey Bakery + Café Gooey Kiosk
Gooey Bakery + Café
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Gooey Kiosk
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Gooey Bakery + Café Gooey Kiosk

Indulgent cookies and other treats

Gooey Bakery + Café is a favourite haunt in Manchester for those with a penchant for desserts and artisanal coffee, offering a casual setting to indulge in both. The café's stylish décor and inviting ambiance create an ideal backdrop for enjoying a variety of scrumptious sweets, from decadent brownies to airy pastries. In addition to the main bakery in the Northern Quarter, you can get Gooey cookies from their Ducie Street kiosk.

  • 103 High St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter Ducie Street Warehouse, Manchester City Centre
    Gooey Bakery + Café
    103 High St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
    Gooey Kiosk
    Ducie Street Warehouse, Manchester City Centre
  • Gooey Bakery + Café
    thegooey.co
    Gooey Kiosk
    thegooey.co
    Gooey Bakery + Café
    073-997 751 96
  • Gooey Bakery + Café Gooey Kiosk

Yellowhammer

More than just a bakery

Yellowhammer, a project by renowned chef Sam Buckley, is a spin-off of his acclaimed Stockport restaurant, Where The Light Gets In. Unlike its parent, Yellowhammer primarily functions as a bakery, providing an assortment of freshly-baked breads and pastries throughout the day. The venue, featuring distressed-brick interiors, also serves as a pottery studio and transitions into a lively space offering small plates in the evenings.

Companio Bakery Ancoats Companio Bakery Northern Quarter
Companio Bakery Ancoats
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Companio Bakery Northern Quarter
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Companio Bakery Ancoats Companio Bakery Northern Quarter

Friendly Real Bread bakery

First opened in 2015, Companio Bakery is a charming artisan bakery in Manchester. Adhering to the Real Bread ethos, which advocates for bread made without processing aids or artificial additives, Companio Bakery provides a variety of freshly baked sourdough breads, pastries, and viennoiserie. The range at this bakery includes seasonal treats like stollen and mince pies, along with brioches, flapjacks, and more.

  • 35 Radium St, Ancoats, Ancoats Warwick St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
    Companio Bakery Ancoats
    35 Radium St, Ancoats, Ancoats
    Companio Bakery Northern Quarter
    Warwick St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
  • Companio Bakery Ancoats
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    Companio Bakery Northern Quarter
    companiobakery.co.uk
    Companio Bakery Ancoats
    077-659 146 03
  • Companio Bakery Ancoats Companio Bakery Northern Quarter

Alex's Bakery

Sweet tooth central

Alex's Bakery is a prime spot for any Mancunian craving sugar. Situated on Deansgate, the bakery serves a delightful assortment of sweet delights daily, including rich brownies, playful cupcakes, celebration cakes, and more. They also offer corporate catering. Additionally, you can visit the bakery for afternoon tea, with options for a traditional menu or a Brazilian-inspired selection.

Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham
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Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
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Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill

Beloved Lebanese bakery in Manchester

Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery, part of the same group that operates the iconic restaurants of the same name, specialises in Pakistani and Indian desserts. The Lebanese bakery offers a wide selection of treats, such as cakes, biscuits, and savoury snacks, at multiple locations across the city. All the delicious offerings are prominently displayed at the counter.

  • 53 Featherstall Rd N 3 St. Margaret's Buildings, Bury Old Road
    Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham
    53 Featherstall Rd N
    Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
    3 St. Margaret's Buildings, Bury Old Road
  • Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham
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    Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
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    Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham
    016-152 654 62
    Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
    016-179 575 00
  • Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Oldham Sanam Sweethouse & Bakery Cheetham Hill
Loaf MCR New Bailey Street Loaf MCR Oxford Street
Loaf MCR New Bailey Street
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Loaf MCR Oxford Street
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Loaf MCR New Bailey Street Loaf MCR Oxford Street

Baked goods made with loaf

The Loaf MCR bakeries specialise in loaf cakes, taking the baking classic and updating it with moreish toppings such as Oreos or a Jammy Dodger variant. Their mini loaves make for a nice and filling treat, and larger celebration loaves are also available. Plus, between the trendy pink café setting and the eye-catching baked goods, Loaf MCR is also sure to go down a treat on your social media profiles.

  • Affinity Riverview, 29 New Bailey St, Salford, Manchester City Centre/Salford 83 Oxford St, Manchester City Centre
    Loaf MCR New Bailey Street
    Affinity Riverview, 29 New Bailey St, Salford, Manchester City Centre/Salford
    Loaf MCR Oxford Street
    83 Oxford St, Manchester City Centre
  • Loaf MCR New Bailey Street
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    Loaf MCR Oxford Street
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    Loaf MCR New Bailey Street
    0796-115 60 11
    Loaf MCR Oxford Street
    0796-115 60 11
  • Loaf MCR New Bailey Street Loaf MCR Oxford Street

Procaffeinated

Fresh bread and fresh coffee

Located in Salford, Procaffeinated is a friendly local bakery-café. True to its name, the sit-down bakery specialises in artisanal coffee, making it an ideal place for coffee enthusiasts. However, their offerings extend beyond just coffee. Procaffeinated bakes its signature sourdough bread and pastries every day offers a diverse brunch and lunch menu and serves natural wines, craft beers, and cocktails alongside its hot beverages.

La Chouquette

Award-winning French bakery in Manchester

Award-winning boulangerie La Chouquette brings a slice of Paris to Didsbury. As dedicated followers of French baking traditions, they prepare their sourdough bread and pastries daily, offering everything from quick savoury bites such as ham and cheese croissants, posh sausage rolls, and quiches to grand celebration cakes, viennoiseries, and more. Their selection varies frequently, but the queue out the door remains a constant.

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