The Pen And Pencil

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  Mikey J

  ·2 months ago

  “It’s quite a limited menu, but the food that they serve is good. We tried a few different of the small plates and we couldn’t fault any dishes. The service was excellent and Alex was a brilliant server.”

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  Jackiii

  ·4 months ago

  “I can’t remember much about my visit as I was pretty drunk when I came to eat, however I do remember the food being really tasty and a good quality for the price. I remember really loving the peppercorn sauce on the burger and the chicken parm as a whole is beautiful.”

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  BSB

  ·5 months ago

  “Burgers were delicious. Good size. And the half price offer is a gift. The service by Laura was just perfect, polite professional and bubbly, a real asset to the establishment!”

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  Kevin Dunscombe

  ·6 months ago

  “We popped in for Breakfast on Easter Sunday as it was close to our hotel. It was very quiet which did worry us a bit but the venue is very nice and the staff were welcoming and friendly. Food was really nice. I had the vegetarian breakfast and it was delicious. There was one mix up with one of our orders but the waiter was so lovely and sweet we let it slide. coffee is very strong btw.”

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  Daniel A

  ·7 months ago

  “I had the Eggs Pen & Pencil for brunch, it was really tasty. Service was excellent.”

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  Corinna C

  ·11 months ago

  “Popped in for bite to eat late afternoon and staff very accommodating and reopened the lunch menu for us to order when that service has finished. Whole team front n back of house were friendly, good food and a very chilled relaxed atmosphere… it was late afternoon.”

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  Kevin Quick

  ·11 months ago

  “This place absolutely made our trip! We were completely blown away by how good the food was — everything was so fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You could really taste the quality in every bite. The fruit smoothies were incredible — easily some of the best we’ve ever had. Fresh, vibrant, and the perfect complement to the meal. What really stood out, though, was the staff. Every person we interacted with was outstanding — friendly, upbeat, and genuinely happy to be there. Their positive energy made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you’re visiting Manchester, do yourself a favor and eat here. It’s the kind of place that leaves you smiling long after you’ve left! The dishes are as unique as the place! How does everyone not give this place a 5 star!!!”

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  Lauren Bates

  ·1 year ago

  “During a recent weekend stay in Manchester, we had the pleasure of dining at The Pen and Pencil for breakfast. The experience exceeded our expectations—both the full English breakfast and the pancakes were exceptional. The service was efficient, and the staff were courteous and attentive throughout. We were so impressed that we returned the following day for a second visit.”

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  Sophie Papamavroudi

  ·1 year ago

  “A cute and vibey spot in the heart of Manchester! I always enjoy coming back to this place with my friends, whether it’s for drinks, brunch or a quick bite! The staff are always friendly but waiting times - particularly for food - can sometimes be long, especially if it’s a busy day. However, we did get a generous discount last time after waiting for our food for a substantial amount of time so cannot fault them! The interior is beautiful and food has always been tasty! Prices are competitive. Definitely give it a shot if you’re in the northern quarter! 👌🏻 8/10”

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  molly hughes

  ·2 years ago

  “I was a little worried that the reviews I’d read about this place would be true for our visit, my friend booked the bottomless brunch as a birthday treat for me and we were not disappointed. The food was yummy, sausages on the burrito a little burnt but still delicious, steak was incredible, the special cocktail was delicious, the only thing that wasn’t great were the pancakes were a little bland and could’ve been fluffier but I’m just being picky now. The waitresses and waiters were brilliant the service was fast, we had 4 drinks within the first 40 minutes of being there and definitely had at least 13 rounds. The staff kept coming over and asking if we would like to order another drink I’d definitely go back. They were also really accommodating to my preference of no eggs I don’t have an allergy I just can’t eat them and they were happy enough to make sure they weren’t served on the plate. Can’t fault them really was a great experience.”

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