Manchester breakfasts done right for over 22 years.

Family-run for three generations. Proper breakfasts, hot dinners, and takeaway favourites served from the heart of Ancoats.

22+ years serving ManchesterFamily-run cafe7 mins from the Etihad
Full English Breakfast

Heading to the Etihad Stadium?

We are a quick 7-minute walk from the stadium. Drop in before the match for a proper breakfast, lunch, sandwiches, and hot food.

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Three generations. One local favourite.

Proper portions

Food that fills the plate without pretending to be fancy.

Fair prices

Good value breakfasts and lunches without “posh cafe” prices.

Friendly service

A small family-run place where regulars feel known.

Freshly cooked

Breakfasts and hot food made properly, not left sitting around.

What our customers say

★★★★★

"Been coming here for 20 years. Food is cheap but top quality."

Will Simister

★★★★★

"Food the best. We call mainly for breakfasts. Wouldn’t go anywhere else."

Kath Bracken

★★★★★

"Excellent pit stop for breakfast. Great staff and food is excellent."

Lee McElroy

★★★★★

"Amazing breaky. Very friendly staff. Fairly priced."

James Fairclough

★★★★★

"Incredible food. The quality is insane and the price is even better."

Caitlin Unsworth

★★★★★

"Very nice English breakfast and good value too."

Dericko Patito

Full Menu

Breakfast & Morning

Full English Platter

Bacon, sausages, eggs, hash browns, beans, black pudding, tomato, mushrooms, and toast.

Three Generations Breakfast

A family-style breakfast plate inspired by the cafe’s long-running morning regulars.

Breakfast Bap

Sausage, bacon, fried egg, and hash brown in a soft roll.

Lunch & Specials

Cumberland Sausage Dinner

Coiled Cumberland sausage served with chips or mash, vegetables, and rich gravy.

Rump Steak Melt

Grilled rump steak with melted cheese and onions, served hot on toasted ciabatta.

The Classic Comfort

Thick-cut ham, double fried egg, and hot chips.

The Pork Special

Slow-cooked pork, sage and onion stuffing, and apple sauce on a fresh floured roll.

Drinks

Builder’s Tea

A proper hot cup of tea.

Fresh Coffee

Freshly made hot coffee.

Soft Drinks

Cans and bottles from the fridge.

Open early for breakfast and lunch

Opening Hours

  • Monday – Friday7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

Location

17 Cambrian StreetAncoatsManchester M40 7EP

Ancoats Lunchbox

Serving Manchester for over 22 years.

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