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    Federal Cafe

    4.8 (12 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Absolute gem. While there was a bit of a wait time (they don't take appointments, so be prepared for that), it was 100% worth it. The service is exceptional friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every dish was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. It's clear they put a lot of care and creativity into their menu. And the blueberry matcha latte is a must try! It's the perfect balance of sweet and earthy. If you're looking for a spot with amazing food, great vibes, and top-notch service.

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    Claudine L.

    I come up to Manchester almost every weekend and had Federal Cafe in my bookmarks. It was pretty busy on a Saturday afternoon and the staff told me that it would be a fifteen minute wait for a table but I ended up only waiting for a few minutes. I initially wanted to get bennies but felt it would be too heavy as I have dinner plans in about two to three hours. The menu comes with a QR code where you can place your order or you can come up to the till and order there. I grabbed the iced matcha latte and smoked salmon bagel. I realized later on that the cafe is Australian after I saw Milo and Tim Tams. 1) Iced Matcha Latte I can see my drink being made across from me and it came fairly quickly after ordering. The matcha itself was not too bad although I wish it had more matcha in it (could be just the amount of milk added that made it less prominent). 2) Smoked Salmon Bagel It was not bad, the lemon juice gave it a nice flavour. But overall, the taste was standard. Five stars because the service was great and the staff was very friendly and attentive. I would come back to try other brunch dishes. I was expecting it to have a cafe vibe where I would be able to do a bit of work but it felt more like a restaurant. It's also dog friendly.

    Matcha ice latte
    Lava Y.

    This is a very chic and trendy cafe, I love the matcha latte best here as it's not sweet and they have non dairy milk options. It's a convenient location right on Deansgate and the staff are friendly too. Overall a lovely coffee shop with good variety. They have a brunch/lunch menu as well.

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    Great vibes and food is amazing. the service is also amazing. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again.

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    Great vibes, delicious food, and excellent service, all at a reasonable price. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again.

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    2 years ago

    Great good, excellent service. Everything was fresh and delicious. Good for large parties and small groups.

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    7 years ago

    Great place for a quick avocado toast or other healthy but yummy brekki! Great, friendly and fast service.

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    It's a convenient location right on Deansgate and the staff are friendly too.

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    Leaf - Interior

    Leaf

    4.6(10 reviews)
    0.4 miOxford Road Corridor
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    I popped into this cozy cafe/bistro/tea bar late Sunday afternoon to find some caffeine and fight…read moretrans-Atlantic jet lag. I took up residence in the dimly lit back area, where the cheerful waitstaff promptly took my order of a blood orange hot chocolate made with almond milk (!) The drink came out frothy and light, with a cloud of chocolate-dusted milk foam atop subtle, smooth chocolate. No bitter or artificial aftertaste. While bopping along to the background music and working on my laptop, I was informed that Leaf would close early at 19h instead of 20h, so I seized the opportunity to order dinner as well: the jerk lamb rump, and an order of jasmine pearl tea. The waiter helped me verify that the lamb was free of dairy, and soon I was chowing down on succulent roast lamb and garlicky roast beans. The mango jam was a perfect accompaniment to the meat, but I found the coconut/coriander rice too mushy to my taste. It helped me to imagine them as mashed potatoes instead, haha. The tea was sensuously fragrant, and I welcomed the scented fog clouding my glasses. I wish I could have stayed there longer, but I might return for brunch or tea - Leaf is truly a serene, wonderful establishment.

    J love thus place, mostly because I live tea, and I'm really not a coffee drinker, where so many…read morecoffee shops tea is an afterthought, leaf is clearly dedicated to my fave, with a vast list of choices. Id also like to give props to the brownies. So many are disappointing and dry, but these are lovely and a generous square

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    Chapter One Books - Iced Americano with Salted Caramel Syrup and Oat Milk // good, just quite small

    Chapter One Books

    4.3(24 reviews)
    0.6 miNorthern Quarter
    ££

    Amazing place that accepts you for being you. *Warning* @ Social Refuge where they treat you…read moredifferently if your not like them. I visited this coffee shop recently and left feeling pretty uncomfortable with how I was treated. From the moment I ordered, the staff came across as dismissive and noticeably colder toward me compared to other customers around me. There were a few interactions that felt unnecessarily sharp, and it gave the impression that I wasn't particularly welcome there. I want to be fair, but as a straight customer, the difference in tone and attitude didn't go unnoticed. Whether intentional or not, it made the experience feel exclusionary rather than inclusive. It's a shame because the space itself has a lot of personality, but the service made it hard to enjoy. I'd hope they work on creating a more welcoming environment for everyone.

    I get the irony by starting with the quote "don't judge a book by its cover" but tbh this is…read moreexactly what I've been doing every time I've walked past this place in the past few months... Whether it was because the area of town is a bit random, the building a bit unattractive and me thinking it was more of a bookshop - something just seemed to be putting me off. But today in my meeting with Matt F we decided to give it a go and what a great decision it was! First off this place is huge and a labyrinth once inside - one half hipster bookshop, the other half cool cafe with a real nod to health (check out the menu on my pics). A really lovely environment with working fountain and a variety of places to sit. The food was excellent too - my breakfast pancakes were probably the best I've had in Manchester so far which is saying something. Quick note that they don't do sides - at one stage I thought I was going to turn into Jack Nicholson in '5 Easy Pieces' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wtfNE4z6a8 but thankfully the guy sorted us out with a side of toast after I asked nicely...repeatedly... Very friendly staff, great venue. I'll be back soon to work/eat/drink coffee/read a book - or all at the same time!

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    Federal Cafe - cafes - Updated May 2026

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