Best restaurants in Northern Quarter

63 Degrees brings a slice of Paris to Manchester - so expect everything from snails with a Vouvray reduction to chicken with truffle sauce. If you’re looking to head somewhere for a special occasion, there’s no better place to go.

The Feel Good Club aims to spread love and positivity, and personally we don’t need any other reason to visit. But just in case that wasn’t enough, you’ll also have options like Terry’s chocolate orange stuffed cookies, and mac and cheese on garlic toast.

Conveniently situated in the heart of the Northern Quarter, The Bay Horse Tavern offers a laid back retreat from the hustle and bustle of Manchester’s city centre. Tuck into some proper pub grub and knock back a pint or two, whilst taking in the surroundings.

Federal Cafe is one of Manchester’s most celebrated brunch spots, with a combination of healthy treats and indulgent plates to kick off your day. Cheddar corn fritters with bacon, avo and eggs anyone?

The humble Almost Famous is not to be judged by its namesake, because these burgers have built quite the reputation for themselves. Filled with everything from slow cooked pork to creamy blue cheese sauce, this menu is not for the faint hearted.

This neighbourhood hang out is deeply passionate about all things food and coffee. Now a favourite amongst locals, this cafe has won the hearts of visitors through the likes of indulgent breakfasts, light lunches, and larger plates of pasta.

Mackie Mayor is one of the top food halls in the city, and provides Northern Quarter with everything from fried chicken burgers to gyoza dumplings in chilli oil. Housed inside a former Smithfield Market building.

Purezza’s arrival in the Northern Quarter has been a welcomed addition to the city, with the restaurant championing vegan and (mostly) gluten free food. The inclusivity doesn’t stop there, there’s even a dog menu to cater for all of those peckish pooches.

Bundobust is the Indian street food haven in the Northern Quarter that offers everything from beer snacks like bombay mix to paneer curry and paratha. Don’t forget to sample some beer from the team's brewery which is made with the food in mind.

TNQ is literally named after The Northern Quarter, and is a neighbourhood restaurant that welcomes both locals and visitors alike. Focusing on sustainably sourced British produce, the menus here change every three months and can include anything from Lancashire beef carpaccio to herb crusted cod fillet.

This & That has built a reputation as one of Manchester’s best curry houses, and along with unbeatable flavour, it comes with a modest price tag. The menu changes each day, so you can pop down everyday to try something new.

Street Urchin offers an ever changing menu, so you’ll have to contact the restaurant for the day's dishes, but expect a globetrotting menu from classic French to fresh and zingy Vietnamese.

Mala boasts the most magical garden in the Northern Quarter (and maybe even the whole city), with twinkling lights in every direction, and wooden pergolas laced with green foliage. Of course the food’s equally as impressive, with cheese drenched pizzas and crispy chicken wings with fries.