Federal Cafe Bar

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  Rebecca Clingenpeel

  ·1 month ago

  “We had a nice, simple brunch here before starting our day in the city. The staff were fantastic and the vibes were great. We'd definitely come back to try more of the menu because everything looked delicious!!”

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  Kenzie Coffin

  ·3 months ago

  “I was just in for brunch this morning and had an amazing meal. The avocado toast with bacon was amazing but by far the best part of the meal was the server Sarah!! She was so bright and personable and honestly made my day. I couldn’t believe it that she only just started, she was truly incredible and really added to the friendly/welcoming vibes”

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  Katja S

  ·3 months ago

  “Fabulous place for breakfast/brunch! Very friendly and warm welcome by the lass who greeted me as I walked in just after 7:30am. Got busy around 8am. Nice vibe and atmosphere. Excellent specialty coffee and great food. All the usual things you expect on the menu. I had the Turkish eggs which were fab and a very generous portion. Highly recommend!”

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  Alison Robinson

  ·4 months ago

  “So glad to find this fab brunch spot. Tge friendly and attentive service team made us very welcome and the food came out really quickly. My mushroom and halloumi with eggs was perfect and the long black coffee was just how I like it, with hot water on the side (too many places add the water and I'd rather decide how much for myself). We just had room to share a yummy acai bowl with homemade granola. Wish we had this cafe down in the south East!”

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  Phoebe Ann

  ·4 months ago

  “Me and my boyfriend visited Federal recently and had such a lovely experience. Our server Thalia was absolutely amazing — so friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. The staff are so lovely I’m convinced I could arrive in a bad mood and leave feeling on top of the world! The food was delicious too! I had the mushroom and halloumi toast which was incredible (see picture), and my boyfriend had the salmon bagel which he loved (no picture as he couldn’t wait to get it eaten!) The food is also notably and easily customisable, I was able to ask for sauce on the side and scrambled eggs instead of poached. These are just a couple of the options, all available in the app, no hassle. Not only was Thalia brilliant, but all of the staff we interacted with were so kind and helpful. The prices were also really reasonable for the quality of the food and service. We’ll definitely be coming back!”

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  T.L

  ·4 months ago

  “My favourite cafe in Manchester. I feel like I could order anything on the menu and I can trust that it will be good. The service is always amazing despite how busy it is and you can tell that the staff have been well trained. I once went in for breakfast and I could see that they had a delivery of premium ingredients which definitely shows in the quality of their food. The cinnamon roll is a standout for me as well as the french toast.”

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  Ainsley Wei

  ·4 months ago

  “Had the Eggs Benedict — the hollandaise was incredibly rich, smooth, and creamy with a lovely buttery, flavor. The halloumi was perfectly done, savory without being greasy. The sourdough was nicely toasted, crispy and delicious. The mushrooms were a tiny bit oily for me, but still tasty. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back again.”

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  foodreview

  ·5 months ago

  “Federal is definitely my favorite breakfast/brunch spot in Manchester!! I love how consistent they are, I’ve eaten here many times and have never been disappointed. I also love how they always have specials which keeps things interesting and makes you want to keep coming back. My favorite dish by far is the classic French toast, but the steak sandwich and steak & eggs are always good options too, especially with the Tubby Tom’s hot sauce 😍 The staff are also always so kind and friendly which is very important for the overall experience. My only comment would be that the seating is very tight across all branches, meaning there’s usually always a queue. Nevertheless, I highly recommend!!”

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  J

  ·6 months ago

  “This is one of the best breakfast/brunch spots in Manchester. The French toast and the falafel sandwich are both absolutely delicious. I went several times because the food was just that good. I actually haven’t been in a while, but I still find myself thinking about this place every now and then because it was such a memorable experience. The café itself is small and cosy, and the staff are very friendly. There’s often a queue outside and you might have to wait for a table, but in my opinion it’s definitely worth it.”

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  Nabil A

  ·9 months ago

  “Absolutely loved this place. The flat white was excellent, easily one of the best I’ve had in Manchester. The (halal) steak sandwich with fried egg was incredibly delicious, and the Turkish eggs were very good as well. There can be a bit of a wait depending on the day and time, but it’s totally worth it. I’d happily come back here anytime I’m in the city.”

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