Manchester is a Northern haven for foodies, with new restaurants and unique eateries opening all the time. With so many different options, we truly are spoilt for choice. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, we've got you covered. But don't just take my word for it, here are 13 delicious reasons you should definitely be treating your tastebuds and eating more in Manchester.
1) Because who needs McDonalds when we have the famous Big Manc? Solita , Northern Quarter
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2) Or if you want something to share, or are just really hungry, check out the Manchester Wheel. Solita , Northern Quarter
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3) Because we know how to do pies. Pie and Ale , Northern Quarter
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4) Because each week Friday Food Fight celebrates the best street food around. Friday Food Fight , Great Northern
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5) And Urban Food Fest is a food truck extravaganza. Urban Food Fest , Deansgate
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6) Because Almost Famous are constantly pushing the limits of what you can put on a burger. Almost Famous , Northern Quarter
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7) Because burritos are delicious. Luck, Lust, Liquor and Burn , Northern Quarter
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8) Because who doesn't love fish and chips? Leo's Fish Bar , Oldham Street
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9) Because we have cuisine from all over the world. Tampopo , Albert Square
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10) We mean it. All over the world. Turtle Bay , Oxford Road
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11) Because we love proper gravy. Leo's Fish Bar
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12) Because your weekend isn't complete without a Sunday roast. Trof , Northern Quarter
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13) Because don't worry, we didn't forget about dessert. Home Sweet Home , Northern Quarter
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So, hope you're feeling hungry now. Go out and sample the best and tastiest treats Manchester has to offer.
See Time Out's guide to Manchester's best restaurants .