The best café breakfast in Manchester

Located in Didsbury, Caramello is a popular local spot for breakfast and brunch. It's inclusive too, serving a completely halal menu. The chic and contemporary setting is an ideal backdrop for breakfast, but takeaways are on offer as well. Breakfast choices here include waffles, eggs on toast, breakfast muffins, and fried breakfasts.

The Koffee Pot boasts a distinctive retro style that commands attention. The food here is impressive too, making it one of Manchester's most in-demand breakfast destinations. Breakfast and brunch is the speciality here, with several types of fry-up on offer in addition to muffins, bagels, and pancakes and waffles. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are served too.

A cosy and welcoming café in the city centre, Idle Hands is known for its fresh pies and cakes, but breakfast and all-day brunch recipes are available here as well. Meaty, vegetarian, and vegan fry-ups are served, as well as lighter options like overnight oats, breakfast baps, and mushrooms on toast. The venue is compact and often gets busy.

Popular coffee shop Federal proclaims itself as a master of brunch. These venues bring Antipodean-style dining to Manchester, with breakfast and brunch on offer every day. Light breakfast choices like porridge and eggs on toast are available in the morning, as well as more filling all-day brunch dishes. These cafés are cosy and comfortable spots for breakfast.

Have a café breakfast in modern surroundings at Ezra & Gil. This place is a breakfast and brunch specialist, offering varied breakfast, brunch, and lunch options that suit a range of dietary needs. Daily and monthly specials are served here but you can always opt for pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and various cooked breakfasts.

Inspired by New York, 19 Café Bar is a renowned breakfast and brunch destination in the Northern Quarter. This bustling venue has framed art on the walls and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. There's a comprehensive range of dishes available for breakfast, going from bagels and brioche sandwiches to Benedicts and fried breakfasts.

Having been open for over 25 years, Rowntree's Café is a classic café for breakfast in Manchester. It's bright and friendly with retro decor. Fresh and affordable British dishes are served at this straightforward eatery, and you can enjoy breakfast all day. The options include omelettes, toasted sandwiches, and full English breakfasts.

Starting out in Liverpool before expanding to Manchester, Bold Street Coffee is a sleek and modern venue for coffee, breakfast, and brunch. In comfortable modern surroundings, guests can sample fried breakfasts, health-conscious bowls like granola or porridge, and the café's signature breakfast sandwiches with scrambled eggs, cheese, and other tasty ingredients.

Have your breakfast in a bright café that's homey and comfortable when you visit one of Essy's locations around Manchester. Breakfast is served all day here, with the menu including several types of fried breakfast, breakfast wraps, and French toast. Vegetarian and halal options are on the menu here as well.

Based in the heart of the city, Giovannis New York St Café is bright and spacious, and often gets busy with hungry diners. Satisfying breakfasts are served all day here, including fry-ups, breakfast sandwiches, toasties, and a breakfast for kids. A wide range of hot and cold drinks are available too. This venue also serves salads and baked potatoes.

You'll find Chorlton Metro Café in a convenient location next to the local tram stop. This popular greasy spoon is comfortable and has tiled walls. It's a popular destination in the area for a cooked breakfast, with various types of fry-up available, including veggie and halal versions. Breakfast sandwiches, cheese toasties, and affordable traditional meals are served here. 

Nibble in the Northern Quarter is a popular female-owned café. This charming and vibrant spot has indoor and outdoor seating and is best-known for cakes, breakfast, and brunch. Catering is also available. Breakfast is served here all day, with a range of cooked breakfasts, pancakes, and toasties to choose from.

Try Oxford Road Café for a satisfying breakfast in Altrincham. This down-to-earth local eatery serves classic British dishes and has indoor and outdoor seating available. Diners can sample a diverse range of breakfast favourites including omelettes, breakfast barms, pancakes, and fried breakfasts. The menu includes options catering to dietary requirements.

Feel Good Club has a positive atmosphere, enhanced with food, drinks, and community-minded events. This café in the Northern Quarter has an industrial style complemented by leafy green plants and wood panelling. Breakfast is served every day – choose from pastries and fresh bakes for a light start or opt for breakfast sandwiches, bagels, or a fry-up.

Inclusive breakfast café Chai Latte claims to have pioneered the now-popular halal breakfast in Manchester. This contemporary café is easygoing and offers indoor and outdoor seats. Needless to say, breakfast is a speciality here, with a big choice of dishes available and the option to create your dream fry-up with all your favourite bits.

There are several branches of Foundation Coffee House around Manchester. These coffee shops have a bright and modern industrial look. They're ideal for quickly grabbing a coffee but are also popular for breakfast and brunch. Try a signature breakfast sandwich, a breakfast bowl, or lighter choices like pastries, crumpets, or porridge. Food for kids is served too.

Inspired by travels throughout the Nordic region, Takk serves weekly-changing single origin coffees as well as tempting food. The menu is ideal for breakfast, with pastries, toasted banana bread, breakfast rolls, and French toast amongst the options. The atmosphere is laid-back and the decor also takes inspiration from the Nordics.

Located at the edge of the Northern Quarter, Café North is a spacious coffee shop that's modern and comfortable. This independent business serves homemade food including fried breakfasts, omelettes, and pancakes that are a great way to begin your day. You can also get a wide range of hot and cold drinks here, including alcohol.

Fig + Sparrow is a cosy spot for breakfast or brunch, with artisan coffee also being a speciality. The menu features global breakfast options like shakshuka, Turkish eggs, and a classic fry-up, plus toast with various toppings. The setting is bustling and contemporary, decked out with natural colours and materials and enhanced by large windows.

If you're looking for cosiness in café form, Sugar Junction is the one for you. The vintage-inspired setting is full of personality, and makes it a comfortable spot for coffee, food, or afternoon tea. Breakfast and brunch dishes are served all day, including several types of French toast. Breakfast sandwiches and various cooked breakfasts are also served.

Hampton & Voúis draws inspiration from Mediterranean cooking, and specialising in serving coffee and brunch. This café offers plenty of tempting breakfast dishes like granola, French toast, pancakes, and grilled sandwiches, as well as more filling brunch plates. This bright venue is cosy and contemporary, offering plenty of food to suit dietary needs.

Family-run café Tea Hive is a cosy local venue in Chorlton. This homey spot offers indoor and outdoor seating and serves freshly-prepared food. Start the day here with a fried breakfast or try an all-day brunch dish like a bagel or banana bread. Sandwiches, afternoon tea, and meals for children are also all available, plus a wide range of hot drinks.

Bus Stop Café in Urmston is quirky eatery inspired by buses. The theme is strong at breakfast time, with the cooked breakfasts all being named after types of bus ticket – they're much tastier than your usual Mega-Rider. There are indulgent breakfasts as well as more health-conscious options, all served in a welcoming and homey environment.

Gemini Café offers Manchester's diners a modern take on a classic greasy spoon. This popular café is known for affordable homemade food, including breakfasts that are served all day, from hearty fry-ups to light beans on toast. Omelettes are also available on this straightforward menu. The café is fuss-free with utilitarian design.

The Vienna Coffee House takes inspiration from classic European brasseries. This city centre venue is comfortable and is decorated with work by a local photographer. The café serves its signature blend of artisan coffee in addition to fresh food. Breakfast is available here all day and includes fry-ups, Turkish eggs, porridge, and pancakes.