
RF Cafe & Patisserie
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About RF Cafe & Patisserie
RF Cafe & Patisserie is a brunch restaurant at 31 Wilmslow Rd in Manchester, serving halal food that blends flavours across a menu running from breakfast to dinner. Brunch is served all day, with sweet and savoury dishes to choose from. The heartier plates include peri lasagne and Mumbai sandwiches. The patisserie side makes its desserts in-house, and the Matilda Cake is shareable among a table or family. A halal afternoon tea sits on the menu for a lighter sitting, and mocktails are available as a non-alcoholic drink. The founder curates the menu. A prayer space and toilet are located downstairs.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matilda cake, tiramisu, brioche french toast and mocktails.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matilda cake, tiramisu, brioche french toast and mocktails.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the Matilda Cake, a dessert shared around the table, with reviewers describing it as delicious but very sweet, and one saying they struggled to finish it. Close behind are the brunch and breakfast plates, including the shakshuka, classic pancakes, eggs florentine muffin and brioche French Toast, along with tiramisu. Evening visitors praise the halloumi sticks, chicken rigatoni and lasagne for their spicy kick, while others name the shawarma, House Burger and Hong Kong Churros. Mocktails and an iced Spanish latte also get mentions. Service is a steady theme, with servers described as friendly, welcoming and willing to adjust dishes on request. The caveats are small: one reviewer found the afternoon tea lacking variety, and another wished the instrumental nasheeds could be turned off downstairs for those praying. One group had a shared table of dessert, tiramisu and French Toast prepared within minutes by a single server.
Customer Review Summary
Diners most often single out the Matilda Cake, a dessert shared around the table, with reviewers describing it as delicious but very sweet, and one saying they struggled to finish it. Close behind are the brunch and breakfast plates, including the shakshuka, classic pancakes, eggs florentine muffin and brioche French Toast, along with tiramisu. Evening visitors praise the halloumi sticks, chicken rigatoni and lasagne for their spicy kick, while others name the shawarma, House Burger and Hong Kong Churros. Mocktails and an iced Spanish latte also get mentions. Service is a steady theme, with servers described as friendly, welcoming and willing to adjust dishes on request. The caveats are small: one reviewer found the afternoon tea lacking variety, and another wished the instrumental nasheeds could be turned off downstairs for those praying. One group had a shared table of dessert, tiramisu and French Toast prepared within minutes by a single server.
Featured reviews
- Hamaiz Iqbal
“We visited and tried some of their new menu additions including the Avo Croast, Philly Cheese Sando and the Hong Kong Churros - each dish looked and tasted amazing! We had a wonderful experience - thank you to Alifia and Sabiha for the great customer service. Can't wait to return 🙌🏻”
- Abdul Sattar 007
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a lovely breakfast at RF Cafe and Pastries on Wilmslow Road. We had the classic pancakes, shakshuka, and an iced coffee, and everything was fresh and delicious. A special thank you to Alifa, who was so welcoming and attentive—she helped us get settled and made us feel really looked after throughout our visit. Great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!”
- Kajal Manshad
“Alifia has been so amazing with our order. Such an amazing service. Her tiramisu is a must please… try it! Very humble & welcoming. ♥️”
- Mohammad Khan
“The afternoon tea is one to try … it’s lacked some variety,but overall it was pleasant. The customer service was excellent friendly and helpful. Ice Spanish latte lovely , English tea spot on and the strawberry mocktail was very nice as well All together a very inviting and refreshing experience”
- Rejhuraman Miah
“I Visited RF Café today and had such a lovely experience. The food was fresh, tasty and reasonably priced, and the café had a really nice, relaxed atmosphere. A huge thank you to Sabiha, who looked after us so well. She was so friendly, welcoming and attentive from the moment we arrived. She made us feel valued, checked that everything was okay without being intrusive, and always had a smile on her face. You can tell she genuinely cares about her customers, and that made all the difference. Great food, brilliant service and a lovely atmosphere. We'll definitely be coming back. Thanks again, Sabiha, for making our visit so enjoyable!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Experience the welcoming ambiance of your local coffee house, RF Café. Indulge in our exquisite menu, expertly curated by our talented founder. From our Halal breakfast and brunch options to our mouthwatering dinner selection, featuring hearty dishes like our peri lasagne and Mumbai sandwiches, as well as our in-house desserts, our fusion of flavours is sure to satisfy every palate. Don't miss our viral dishes such as the Matilda cake and crookies. For a lighter option, try our popular samosa chaat or indulge in our Halal afternoon tea. With a cosy atmosphere and impeccable service, RF Café offers an unforgettable dining experience conveniently situated on Wilmslow Road, in the heart of Manchester's City Centre and the renowned Curry Mile”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Restaurants near RF Cafe & Patisserie
- Heavenly Desserts Manchester4.812,7580 mi
create your own dessert, american waffle with custard, french toast with berries
- Haute Dolci Manchester4.87,3230 mi
birthday cake presentation, molten lava cake, milk cakes
- Al Taiba Bukhari4.71,5870 miGood for kids
kabuli pulao, chicken al faham, kofta kebab
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| RF Cafe & Patisserie | 4.84,463 | — | matilda cake, tiramisu, brioche french toast |
| Heavenly Desserts Manchester | 4.812,758 | 0 mi | create your own dessert, american waffle with custard, french toast with berries |
| Haute Dolci Manchester | 4.87,323 | 0 mi | birthday cake presentation, molten lava cake, milk cakes |
| Al Taiba BukhariGood for kids | 4.71,587 | 0 mi | kabuli pulao, chicken al faham, kofta kebab |
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