If you're after street food in Manchester, you're certainly in luck. This city is packed with spots serving street food from all over the world, from authentic Asian flavours to Italian pizza and plant-based takes on favourite street eats. If you want to find an outside stall serving food, a food hall offering different options, or a restaurant where you can sit down for your street food, the city has got it all. We'll help you find some delicious options from around the world with this guide to the best street food in Manchester.
The best street food in Manchester
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Where to eat street food in Manchester
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1Bundobust Beer and Indian street eats
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2Yard Burgers Classic burgers in Sale
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3Rustica Iconic sandwich shop
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4Almost Famous Local favourite for burgers
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5Nell's Pizza Pizza and cocktails
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6What The Pitta Kebabs go vegan
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7Burgerism Award-winning burger restaurants
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8Fat Pat's Sub sandwiches to-go
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9Wright's Fish & Chips Traditional British street food
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10Pico's Tacos Freshly-made tacos
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11Banh Mi Co Ba Affordable Vietnamese food
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12Honest Crust Seasonal sourdough pizzas
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13Go Falafel Casual falafel restaurants
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14Salt & Pepper Creative fusion recipes
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15Louis' Famous Street Food Straightforward street food
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16Oh Mei Dumpling Real Chinese dumplings
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17Little Piece of Bahia Regional dishes from Brazil
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18Desert Island Dumplings Inventive dumpling fillings
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19Parmogeddon Indulgent British food
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20Tarricrii Delicious food from Sicily
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21Yoki Social Table A taste of Korea
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22Northern Soul Try a comforting grilled cheese
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23Unagi Street food all over Manchester
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24Viet Shack Restaurant Vietnamese favourite in Ancoats
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25Rita's Reign Sought-after Caribbean food
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26Gerry's Authentic Chinese food
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27Kool Runnings Big portions of Caribbean favourites
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28Scappaticci Pizza on a budget
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29Bread Zeppelin Sandwiches in Salford
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Where to eat street food in Manchester
Beer and Indian street eats
Indian street food and original brews are served at Bundobust. These venues are industrial-style beer halls with long communal tables. At the bar, you'll discover plenty of beers ranging from accessible IPAs to an original coriander lager. Food options include Bombay mix and rice puffs to vada pav, okra fries, and paneer tikka skewers.
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61-69 Oxford Street, Manchester City Centre 61 Piccadilly, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterBundobust Brewery
61-69 Oxford Street, Manchester City CentreBundobust Piccadilly
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Bundobust Brewery Bundobust Piccadilly
Classic burgers in Sale
Yard Burgers occupies a converted shipping container in Sale and dishes up some of the city's most delicious burgers. This takeaway-only spot serves classic American burgers finished off with creative toppings that really pile on the flavour, like a slab of rich Irish butter. Budget-friendly lunch deals are also available.
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9 Claremont Rd, Sale
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Yard Burgers
016-139 902 63 - Read more on Thatsup
Iconic sandwich shop
Sandwiches are a favourite British street food, and Rustica is one of Manchester's best-loved sandwich shops. Based in the Northern Quarter, this takeaway-only spot offers a wide range of satisfying sandwiches that are great at lunchtime. Don't be surprised if you have to queue to get some food at this iconic spot.
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Hilton House, 1 Hilton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Rustica
016-183 538 50 - Read more on Thatsup
Local favourite for burgers
One of Manchester's top destinations for burgers is Almost Famous, which operates a few locations around the city. Each one features vibrant and eclectic decor. Kids and groups are welcome here. Expect chicken and beef burgers loaded up with delicious ingredients with indulgent sides to complete your meal. Takeaways are available, too.
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49-51 Edge St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter Unit 2, Great Northern Warehouse, Peter Street, Manchester City CentreAlmost Famous NQ
49-51 Edge St, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterAlmost Famous GN
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almostfamousburgers.com/northernquarterAlmost Famous GN
almostfamousburgers.com/greatnorthernAlmost Famous NQ
016-124 494 24Almost Famous GN
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Almost Famous NQ Almost Famous GN
Pizza and cocktails
Nell's Pizza has a few locations around Manchester, known for serving bold and flavourful pizzas on a thin and crispy base. Pizzas come in 14-inch or 22-inch sizes, but you can order just a slice. Try a pizza with classic or inventive toppings and pair it with one of their cocktails. Each venue has a unique character.
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456-458 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy 20 Minshull St, Manchester City Centre 39-41 Edge St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter Foundation, George StNell's Pizza Chorlton
456-458 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton-cum-HardyNell's Pizza Kampus
20 Minshull St, Manchester City CentreNell's Pizza NQ
39-41 Edge St, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterNell's Pizza Altrincham
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Nell's Pizza Chorlton
nellspizza.co.uk/the-beagle-chorltonNell's Pizza Kampus
nellspizza.co.uk/nells-kampusNell's Pizza NQ
nellspizza.co.uk/common-northern-quarterNell's Pizza Altrincham
nellspizza.co.uk/altrincham-post-openingNell's Pizza Chorlton
016-188 185 96Nell's Pizza Kampus
016-180 605 16Nell's Pizza NQ
016-183 292 45Nell's Pizza Altrincham
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Nell's Pizza Chorlton Nell's Pizza Kampus Nell's Pizza NQ Nell's Pizza Altrincham
Kebabs go vegan
Plant-based diners can still indulge in a big juicy kebab at What The Pitta. This NQ eatery is hip and modern, sporting street art on the outside of the building. At this friendly spot, you can order a vegan take on a kebab, gyro, or mezze box. This sustainable restaurant even shows you the carbon footprint of each dish.
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42 Back Turner St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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What The Pitta
016-183 529 34 - Read more on Thatsup
Award-winning burger restaurants
Another of the city's best-loved burger spots is Burgerism, an award-winning restaurant group serving halal dishes made with local produce. The venues are modern and relaxed, dishing up generous burgers that range from a classic cheeseburger to towering burgers with four patties. Beef, chicken, and plant-based options are all available.
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18 W Ashton St, Salford 11 Baring St, Manchester City Centre 7 Stonepail Rd, Wythenshawe 31 Stockport RdBurgerism Salford
18 W Ashton St, SalfordBurgerism at Freight Island
11 Baring St, Manchester City CentreBurgerism Gatley
7 Stonepail Rd, WythenshaweBurgerism Denton
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Burgerism Salford
burgerism.co.ukBurgerism at Freight Island
burgerism.co.ukBurgerism Gatley
burgerism.co.ukBurgerism Denton
burgerism.co.ukBurgerism Salford
075-451 564 89Burgerism at Freight Island
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Burgerism Salford Burgerism at Freight Island Burgerism Gatley Burgerism Denton
Sub sandwiches to-go
Serving food out of a bright blue takeaway window, Fat Pat's is the place to go for big hearty sub sandwiches on an eight-inch milk roll. A curated menu of American fillings is available, including a vegetarian muffuleta, hot honey fried chicken, and a classic Philly cheesesteak. Fries and soft drinks are also on offer.
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88 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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Traditional British street food
City centre chip shop Wright's Fish & Chips is considered one of the best in Manchester. This traditional venue has a minimalist look and offers counter service. There are a few seats inside but most customers choose a takeaway. The classic menu features fried fish, sausages, pies, and chips, plus an innovative barm containing a whole fish supper.
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86 Cross St, Manchester City Centre
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Wright's Fish & Chips
016-122 261 05 - Read more on Thatsup
Freshly-made tacos
The tacos at Pico's Tacos are considered some of the finest in the city. There are a couple of informal locations that serve tortillas made from scratch and filled with an assortment of tempting ingredients. Nachos, churros, and frozen margaritas are available too. This is casual food served in a bustling setting.
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Altrincham Market, Greenwood Street Mackie Mayor, 1 Eagle Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterPico's Tacos Altrincham
Altrincham Market, Greenwood StreetPico's Tacos Mackie Mayor
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Pico's Tacos Altrincham Pico's Tacos Mackie Mayor
Affordable Vietnamese food
Mancunians can try Vietnamese street food at Banh Mi Co Ba. This budget-friendly eatery is cosy but also offers takeaway meals. The banh mi sandwich, which gives the place its name, is a popular choice, with various fillings available. Bao sandwiches, pho, rice dishes, and small plates are also served here, as is strong Vietnamese coffee.
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87 Oxford St, Manchester City Centre
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Banh Mi Co Ba
016-123 697 25 - Read more on Thatsup
Seasonal sourdough pizzas
Honest Crust serves sourdough pizza at a couple of Manchester's most popular food halls. This independent pizzeria is proud of its northern roots and makes seasonal pizzas prepared with fine ingredients. At these casual and bustling eateries, you can choose from a variety of classic topping combos or organise pizza catering for your wedding.
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26 Market St 1 Eagle Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterHonest Crust Altrincham
26 Market StHonest Crust Mackie Mayor
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honestcrustsourdoughpizza.comHonest Crust Mackie Mayor
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Honest Crust Altrincham Honest Crust Mackie Mayor
Casual falafel restaurants
Grab some delicious falafel at Go Falafel, which has a few locations around the city. The menu here is 100% vegan, offering up falafel in a wrap, platter, or salad. You can add sides like vine leaves and tabbouleh to complete your meal. Juices and smoothies are also served at these casual and modern counter-service restaurants.
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10 Mayfair Court, 6 Wilmslow Rd 3 Newton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter 99 Deansgate, Manchester City CentreGo Falafel Rusholme
10 Mayfair Court, 6 Wilmslow RdGo Falafel Piccadilly
3 Newton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterGo Falafel Deansgate
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Go Falafel Rusholme
gofalafel.co.ukGo Falafel Piccadilly
gofalafel.co.ukGo Falafel Deansgate
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Go Falafel Rusholme Go Falafel Piccadilly Go Falafel Deansgate
Creative fusion recipes
Salt & Pepper began as a pop-up but now has a permanent space in the Northern Quarter. East-meets-West fusion food is available to eat in or take away. The creative options here include loaded wraps, salt and pepper hash browns, glazed wings, and box meals with chips, rice, or a bit of both.
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60-62 High St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Straightforward street food
When you want to eat something satisfying on the go in the city centre, try Louis' Famous Street Food. This informal street food stand serves hot dogs and burgers and also offers halal food that's cooked separately. The food here is fuss-free and packed with flavour. This place also has a reputation for its friendly service.
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Market Street, Manchester City Centre
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Real Chinese dumplings
One of Manchester's most popular street food vendors is Oh Mei Dumpling, which you'll find at various locations - it's wise to check Instagram to find out where they'll be and when. Authentic Chinese dumplings fresh from the steamer are the speciality. The dumplings are made using a traditional recipe and served with chilli oil.
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Manchester, Manchester City Centre
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Regional dishes from Brazil
Based at Arndale Market, Little Piece of Bahia is a colourful spot that serves regional Brazilian street food. You can get something to eat in or order delivery. The menu features classic recipes like meaty croquettes and moqueca, as well as veggie options like stews. Brazilian desserts and drinks are also available.
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Arndale Food Market, Market Street, Manchester City Centre
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Inventive dumpling fillings
Get some creative street food at Desert Island Dumplings. This place serves fusion dumplings that are also 100% vegan-friendly. This modern and imaginative spot is on-trend and has a real buzz around it. Dumplings are available with intriguing fillings like cheeseburgers and all-day breakfast, plus there are chips, noodles, and dessert dumplings.
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Afflecks, 52 Church Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Desert Island Dumplings
074-469 498 96 - Read more on Thatsup
Indulgent British food
Chicken parmos are a classic in the north of England, and Mancunians can get theirs from Parmogeddon. This city centre street food stall specialises in indulgent parmos with various toppings and even offers a vegetarian version with cauliflower steak. Butties and chips are also available at this modern spot, considered one of the city's best street foods.
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Piccadilly Street Food Market, Market Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Parmogeddon
073-885 222 11 - Read more on Thatsup
Delicious food from Sicily
Authentic Sicilian street food is available from family-run eatery Tarricrii. This place also caters and sells at-home arancini and cannoli kits. Arancini is the speciality here, available with a variety of mouthwatering fillings, ranging from cheese and spinach or cheese and ham to an inventive one with chopped squid and squid ink.
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103 Oxford Road
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Tarricrii
074-013 473 03 - Read more on Thatsup
Try a comforting grilled cheese
Head to Northern Soul if a gooey grilled cheese sandwich is one of your street food faves. This modern restaurant has buzzy and on-theme decor and offers a variety of cheesy sandwiches, from the simple and classic option to ones stuffed with indulgent extra toppings like jalapeno poppers or ham and chips.
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Unit G20, 21, Smithfield Buildings, 44 Tib St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Northern Soul Grilled Cheese
016-183 270 26 - Read more on Thatsup
Street food all over Manchester
Manchester is home to multiple branches of Unagi, where you can sample sushi and Asian street food. It started as a Trafford food truck and has grown into a thriving restaurant group, with each venue having its own modern style. You can try dishes like gyoza, noodles, edamame, sushi, and poke bowlshere.
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244 Burton Rd Quayside MediaCityUK, The Quays, Salford Unit 1, Kings Court, Water Lane 1a Central Way 10 Park PlUnagi Street Food & Sushi West Didsbury
244 Burton RdUnagi Street Food & Sushi Salford
Quayside MediaCityUK, The Quays, SalfordUnagi Street Food & Sushi Wilmslow
Unit 1, Kings Court, Water LaneUnagi Street Food & Sushi Altrincham
1a Central WayUnagi Street Food & Sushi Manchester
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Unagi Street Food & Sushi West Didsbury
unagiuk.com/west-didsburyUnagi Street Food & Sushi Salford
unagiuk.com/salfordUnagi Street Food & Sushi Wilmslow
unagiuk.com/wilmslowUnagi Street Food & Sushi Altrincham
unagiuk.com/altrinchamUnagi Street Food & Sushi Manchester
unagiuk.com/manchesterUnagi Street Food & Sushi West Didsbury
016-144 549 99Unagi Street Food & Sushi Salford
016-186 904 40Unagi Street Food & Sushi Wilmslow
016-253 809 22Unagi Street Food & Sushi Altrincham
016-138 355 55Unagi Street Food & Sushi Manchester
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Unagi Street Food & Sushi West Didsbury Unagi Street Food & Sushi Salford Unagi Street Food & Sushi Wilmslow Unagi Street Food & Sushi Altrincham Unagi Street Food & Sushi Manchester
Vietnamese favourite in Ancoats
Viet Shack in Ancoats is a popular spot for street eats from Vietnam. The restaurant is casual and authentic, serving food bursting with traditional spices and flavours. From portable banh mi baguettes to steaming bowls of pho, there are many tempting options on the menu here. Eat at the restaurant or get a takeaway.
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65 Great Ancoats St, Ancoats, Ancoats
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Sought-after Caribbean food
Rita's Reign might be low-key but it's one of Manchester's most popular destinations for Caribbean cooking. This colourful street food stall serves halal home-cooked dishes. Classic options on the menu include curry goat, jerk chicken, patties, and meat-free dishes. It's known for its big portions and fair prices.
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Piccadilly Street Food Market, Market Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Rita's Reign
078-345 977 25 - Read more on Thatsup
Authentic Chinese food
Gerry's in Market Street is a Chinese street food stall where jianbing is the speciality. As well as these authentic pancakes, fried rice and noodles are on the menu, with lots of toppings and ingredients to choose from. This place is often busy because of the friendly service, large portions, and tasty authentic recipes.
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128 Market St, Manchester City Centre
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Big portions of Caribbean favourites
A well-established and popular street food stall in Old Trafford, Kool Runnings serves big portions of tempting Caribbean food. Food is freshly prepared, and there's often a queue to place your order. Favourite dishes available here include soup, patties, jerk chicken, curried goat, and rice and peas.
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118 Chorlton Rd
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Pizza on a budget
Visit Scappaticci Gusto D'Italia for budget-friendly Italian street food in the city centre. Pizza is the speciality here, but calzones, loaded fries, and coffee are also available. The pizza is served whole or by the slice, and everything is halal. This place is also known for its prompt and friendly service—ideal if you're hungry and in a hurry.
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25 Market St, Manchester City Centre
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Sandwiches in Salford
Bread Zeppelin opened in 2024 and is housed in a retro van parked at Media City. Visit to get hold of a budget-friendly butty with a choice of mouthwatering fillings. The options range from a classic ham hock and cheese to chicken, bacon, and stuffing and vegan butties. Meal deals with crisps and a drink are available too.
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MediaCityUK, Salford
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