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Manchester Press

3.9 (117 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Good for kids

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Tammy L.

Our first breakfast spot was the ever so popular Manchester Press, located in an alleyway (of course) in an old warehouse. So begins our exploration of the alleyways of Melbourne! Despite being located in an alleyway in a brick building with all things industrial, Manchester Press is a homely, cozy cafe. Lots of people were already lounging or having a cuppa when we arrived, which was a change from our dinner yesterday. The laid-back ambience of the cafe made me feel right at home, and we were greeted by friendly staff and served drinks of our choice quite promptly. I had the chai latte (4), which was a bit of a disappointment even with the self-serve honey, but Jo's latte (3.5) had awesome latte art! We split two bagel plates - one with smoked salmon and a salad on the side, and the other the fruit bagel with mixed berries in marscapone and pistachio. The smoked salmon bagel wasn't anything out of the ordinary, but I did like the latter. The whole mound that topped off the raisin (?) bagel was delicious - not too sweet, not too heavy, and berry-ful! I loved it, but there was a bit too much marscapone, though no real complaints! The bagel was the perfect chewiness, and I liked it better than the sesame one with the smoked salmon. Great place and location, great service, and definitely worth the visit!

Ady G.

Wandered into MP thinking about a super late breakfast... The menu for an Easter Sunday wasn't huge in variety but there were all sorts to think about. I ordered the açai bowl and an ice cream latte. The latte was strong, rich and creamy. The slight sweetness from the vanilla ice cream countered the bitter (but smooth) coffee hit. Once the ice cream had melted the dark latte was too easy to drink. Yum. The açai bowl was presented immaculately. Fresh berries, smooth açai purée, granola and half a passion fruit. The granola's crunch gave a pleasant mouth pop that wrapped itself with açai and fresh fruits. The flavours mingling into a sweet and sharp composite that tingled the tongue. The passion fruit was delightful, and that's coming from someone who cannot stand the flavour in drinks, yoghurt and such. Eating it without anything else brought out it's slightly sour aromatic flavour and gave me a surprise of how nice the fruit could be. I was impressed. Service was pretty quick, friendly and not over attentive. That's how I like it. Not in your face wanting to move you on. They even politely asked if I minded moving my own some to another location so they could fit a larger group on the table I sat at. The approach was kind, gentle and made you feel like it was an imposition for them to ask - now that is service. Atmosphere was hipster relaxed. Music not too loud and nicely varied. Great spot to eat, and from what I could make out. Chat.

Lillian W.

Delicious bagels!! Flavours are similar to your usual breakfast items - bacon with banana, avo with feta etc. - but served on a bagel instead of pancakes or bread respectively. Lots of people. Self sign up waiting list outside. May have to share tables. Relatively fast service. Good coffee. The bagels are soft - thankfully, my jaws cant take the super solid ones. Friendly service. But no baby seats.

Juliana K.

The setting: Urban, yet warm and welcoming. The service: So friendly and quick. The food: Baked eggs, asparagus and goats cheese with a bagel was one perfect hearty breakfast, and ideal sustenance for the day of shopping that lay ahead of me.

thick pastrami slice inside a takeout bagel (note the lack of greens when you get take out) $14
Lynn C.

4-star? 5-star? I can't decide. The bagels here are AMAZING. I'll give you that. $13-$15 AUD a pop for their deluxe pulled pork, smoked salmon, pastrami, et.c, type of bagel, and around $8 for the more simple cream cheese, butter toasted bagels. We got the pastrami bagel ($13) with sauerkraut and pulled pork bagel ($14). Look, this isn't cheap, but i guess it's your average Aussie price. I'm not gonna lie, both those bagels are likely the best bagels i recall ever entered my mouth. Unfortunately, the takeout is the same price but sans salad, which made me regret not having sat down for the food. I mean I didn't get pickles, salad, or red onion, which looks delicious on the pictures here. The portion of the bagel is really big and will fill you for most of your day. The coffee here are your average Starbucks prices at around $3-4 for the flat whites and lattes. The settings is ultra hipster rustic. Spacious large tables and quick services. Perfect for breakfast or lunch. I'm impressed!

My awesome latte.
Neil W.

Just popped in for a coffee just after lunch. It's down a laneway off of Little Bourke Street, just round the corner from Brother Baba Budan. The place was busy and the staff friendly. I had my signature double shot latte and it was great. The menu is bagels, bagels and more bagels. Shame I'd already eaten as they looked good. Small selection of cakes available too. I'll come back for a feed next time!

Howard C.

We were looking for a good brunch place on the Yelp app and it straight up delivered! Hidden in a laneway (typical Melbourne) in a converted garage/warehouse, instead of writing your name down, the host mark your name in chalk by the door. Cool. We were craving bagels (I haven't had a good one since America) and this place looked like it specialised in them...and how! I ordered the pastrami bagel, which was basically a Reuben bagel, and my gf ordered the Hungarian salami bagel, both which were closed face. I got mine on sesame seed and she got hers on poppy seed. Both were pretty ill. What was also pretty ill was the coffee...didn't expect my flate white to be that good. The wait on a Monday for brunch was not too long, maybe 10 minutes. I would definitely come back to try their other bagels...especially the lox. The portions on that thing are so ridiculous you might get mercury poisoning.

Pastrami Open
Lani P.

If you need to know anything about Melbourne it is that they love their laneways and I love that as a city they realise these spaces are up for use in many numbers of ways. Urban adventuring at its best when you wander up a seemingly desolate laneway and find a thriving cafe like Manchester Press. Oh and bagels and their own blend '8oz' coffee. It's hard to find someone who does this boiled bread so well, but once you do - hang on to them for dear life. They could offer so much more on the menu, but in this reinvigorated warehouse bagels are their schtick and boy do they do it with such ease and grace that you'll soon forget the only thing on the menu are bagels and their various toppings. While I opted for the pastrami open bagel, my breakfast buddy went the smoked salmon open bagel and I had instant food envy. I only wish I had more time to dine on your bagels morning, noon and night, dear Manchester Press.

Gross
Holly D.

Ughh the only good thing about this place is the cute decor and location. The coffee was average. Bitter. The bagels were stupid, tip top un boiled preservative filled donuts. I got the pulled pork bagel. I don't even know. It was supposed to be Vietnamese... There was nothing Vietnamese about it. Tasted like it was cooked at 300 degrees for a week with some gravox. Coleslaw was terrible probably made a few days ago with no seasoning. My friend got a chorizo and 'Swiss' cheese bagel. The chorizo and cheese Coles brand was an atrocity. It wasn't even Swiss cheese. The tomato was green and why the hell would Anyone want a salad with breakfast? Why is this place 4 stars? It's awful. Don't come here. It was cheap and rightly so. Also I don't think the chefs are chefs, they suck.

Danny B.

Hidden down a laneway, lays this unique one of a kinda cafe! Manchester press, a must visit in Melbourne. First introduced to this place by a friend! I walked in and was amazed! Decor is stunning, in a warehouse style building, inside fits the part. Great communal tables, small group tables and single bench tables it caters to all!.. I have never been here when it's not busy, always buzzing with people, as it should be! Catering to Melbourne hipsters, locals, travellers and your everyday adventure cafe seeker. The coffee roasted from 8oz coffee, is a great blend, producing a nice and creamy blend. Specialties are there bagels, full of fun! You can have a bagel sweet, savoury or plain! From a amazing breakfast menu to an outstanding lunch menu, this is a must try!

Henrique K.

Went to Manchester Press for breakkie. Fresh toasted bagel with dill cream cheese topped with a huge serve of salmon and capers. It was delicious. Love the interior, a warehouse with cool big illustrations hanging off the wall, rustic wooden tables with old retro chairs. What a perfect way to start the day! Service was friendly and my long black was so good I had to order another one for the road. All cost me only $19!

Open Bagel with Chorizo
Jason M.

Today morning, my friends and I wanted to go for brunch but we did not plan which place to go. I checked on Yelp and find out that Manchester Press has good review for the food. So we decided to give a try. I ordered the Open Bagel with Chorizo and it was delicious. My drink was a latte. Totally love it.

The view from the window bench
Abbie B.

Prepare to line up as this place is ALWAYS packed, but for good reason. A very hip, cool place with nice coffee and delicious food options. Get there earlier than you intend to eat, pack an umbrella if it's drizzling whilst you wait in line, and be okay with sharing your personal space at a large table or window bench.

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Bowery to Williamsburg - Communal seating and restaurant vibes

Communal seating and restaurant vibes

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Collins Kitchen - Sweet pastries.

Sweet pastries.

Collins Kitchen - Regular tables and the waffle and crepe station in the background.

Regular tables and the waffle and crepe station in the background.

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