Idle Hands
Northern Quarter, Manchester
Northern Quarter coffee, pie, and brunch room for rotating specialty coffee, house-made bakes, and a central sit-down stop.
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Northern Pour
Northern Quarter, Manchester
Current Lever Street Foundation legacy room for brunch, espresso drinks, spacious seating, and a work-friendly central stop.
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City: Manchester
Intent: Strong Brunch