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The best lunch spots in Manchester

Choosing where to go for lunch can be tricky at the best of times. Even more so when you’re in a city such as Manchester that seemingly has an infinite number of great restaurants that you could choose from.

Tom Pressman

30-06-2023

Colourful cocktails decorated with butterflies and unicorns to accompany a plate of eggs and avocado on toast, mushroom omelet, and eggs and tomato on toast.

Lunch deals in Manchester

Whether you’re exploring this northern metropolis for the first time or the 1000th, there are few better cities in the country to spend a few days exploring than Manchester. But, let’s face it, you can’t truly get a feel for a city until you’ve enjoyed its restaurants. Luckily for you, Manchester’s diverse food scene has plenty of delectable delicacies on offer. So, if you’re checking your watch and thinking it’s about time for lunch, tastecard has plenty of recommendations for the best lunch spots in Manchester! To make your life that little bit easier, we’ve put together a handy guide on where you can get the best lunch in Manchester and how you can take advantage of our Manchester restaurant deals.
A generous serving of spinach creste di gallo with pesto, peas and burrata, with a pink cocktail.

Prezzo - Manchester Media City

Prezzo offers a wide range of Italian classics alongside modern menu choices that are sure to take your interest. Bringing true authentic Italian cuisine to the table, you’ll be guaranteed a good time here with staff who always go the extra mile and serve with a smile. A quick word of advice - just be ready to brush shoulders with British daytime TV’s favourite celebs as you tuck into a tasty tagliatelle at Media City.

If you’re on the lookout for some truly flavoursome choices when lunchtime hits, Prezzo has several picks that will be sure to entice you. If you’re anything like us, you might just find that Prezzo’s chicken and prosciutto focaccia sandwich is an excellent candidate for the best lunch in Manchester.

Trust us, Prezzo tastes even better with our tastecard 2 for 1 deal from Sunday to Thursday.

MANCHESTER, UNIT 1, ORANGE, MEDIA CITY UK, SALFORD QUAYS.

Colourful cocktails decorated with butterflies and unicorns to accompany a plate of eggs and avocado on toast, mushroom omelet, and eggs and tomato on toast.

On the Hush

When it comes to the best lunch in Manchester, we just can’t keep our mouths shut about On the Hush! At this vibrant venue found at 24 Church Street, colour is the name of the game and their eye-catching dishes are no exception. With an eclectic menu and incomparable attention to detail in each and every dish, it’s no wonder it’s one of the best lunch spots in Manchester.

To give you a bit more of an idea of the exciting choices you can pick from on their menu, our personal favourites include eggs hollandaise, the chipotle chicken melt, or the spicy halloumi burger.

When you use tastecard, you can enjoy 2 for 1 at On the Hush from Sunday to Friday.

24 CHURCH STREET, MANCHESTER.

Large, cripsy pepperoni pizza, halves and then sliced, with garlic bread, tomatoes and seasoning.

Pizza Hut Restaurants - Manchester

If you're out and about in Manchester and looking for a quick bite for lunch, Pizza Hut Restaurants never disappoints. If you’re thinking about what to choose for your cheesy midday snack, we recommend choosing one of their new Melts. Crispy, stuffed with loads of fillings and coming with heaps of mozzarella, it’s a lunch that we wish we had discovered sooner! The fantastic flavours that come as part of the Pizza Hut experience are simply too good to resist.

If you would rather the food comes to you, then enjoy the luxury of a lunch that comes to your home while you kick back and put your feet up. Now with Pizza Hut delivery, you can take their restaurant-quality pizzas to your door. You’ll be glad to know that our pizza delivery discount can help you save big on pizza delivered directly to your door from Pizza Hut!

Black Sheep Coffee

There’s a new coffee shop on the block and it’s not like the others! Black Sheep Coffee at 60 Spring Gardens is the perfect spot to pop in for a quick and tasty lunch and a warm cup of coffee. Take your pick from a range of warm bagels and toasties or tuck into a tempting freshly baked pastry instead. For those of you with a sweet tooth, finish up with a delicious Norwegian waffle with plenty of chocolate, cream, and oh-so-sweet strawberries.

Or if you’re just nipping in for a quick drink, you can grab 25% off barista-made drinks with tastecard’s Coffee Club! So whether you fancy a deliciously cool iced latte or are fueling your commute with a tasty espresso, Black Sheep Coffee’s talented baristas will be happy to help.

Get 25% off your total bill at Black Sheep Coffee, all day, everyday!

MANCHESTER, 60 SPRING GARDENS.

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