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Vegan
Fast food
Juice bar
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
British
Catering
European
100% plant-based co-op cafe, est. in the 1970s. Has a changing menu with seasonal ingredients. Example offerings may include salad bowls, soup & sandwich, seasonal dhal & stews, sweet treats, smoothies, juices, coffee, and tea. NOTE: While the cafe is 100% plant-based, the shop sells some vegetarian options, which are clearly labeled. Open Mon-Sat 11:00-15:00. Closed Sun and bank holidays. Note that the shop has different opening hours.
103 Reviews
First Review by Stevie
ThomMcK
Points +967
Great lunch spot - Edit
Very pleased to find this cafe. Not sure what wasn't vegan as it all seemed vegan to me. Loads of great soups and hot food of the day, sandwiches and salads. I had the Korean tofu sandwich and it was full of flavour
Read morePros: Home cooked food, Great wholefood selection with protein!, Quick sandwich options
Guest
India.ms
Points +116
Lovely food selection - Edit
Loved both the cafe and shop. The cafe was vegan and had such tasty and nutritious food. The shop upstairs had so many yummy vegan cakes to choose from and were a great price. We got two cakes and a brownie for £5.70.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-04
Guest
TodSteve
Points +42
Shop and cafe. - Edit
The shop is awesome for all of your essentials and treats. They have some great bread. The basement cafe for me is a must when I’m in the area, great food, not pricey and food that is not processed. Love this place you years and keep coming back.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-08
Guest
AWUK
Points +1520
Nice cafe & shop - Edit
Burritos, wraps and rolls. Always healthy and tasty food.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-14
Guest
Mustang_Scally
Points +446
Amazing sandwiches - Edit
Had the vegan cheese and pastrami sandwich. Excellent.
Read morePros: All vegan
Guest
susiehaha
Points +436
The O.G of vegan eateries - Edit
I have been eating at the 8th Day on and off for 30-odd years. It really is the real deal, an old-school plant-based eatery that consistently serves up the sort of comfort food that you'd choose to eat at home - stews, pies, pasta, curries etc, plus crumbles and sponge puddings. Now completely vegan, it somehow manages to survive where others have failed. No longer living in the north West, my visits are now rare, but always much anticipated. Back in the day it was rather like the vegetarian extension to the university refectory and home to the alternative crowd, snd thankfully It still has that vibe. Yesterday's offerings included salads, dahl, a tagine, a pasta dish and a curry, all under a tenner. The real deal - long may it continue!
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M4tt175
Points +161
Plant Based lunch during Anime & Gaming con - Edit
We popped in for lunch whilst we attended the convention at Sugden Sports centre over the weekend. The sandwiches were great and the rest of the menu looked really good. Nice atmosphere and helpful staff.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-14
Pros: Menu options (all plant based), Unusual vegan options!, Accommodating Staff
Guest
helen.herbivore
Points +434
The best health food shop in the city centre - Edit
I adore 8th day - there’s such an extensive range of health food, vegan alternatives and organic produce. It’s the only place I’ve seen julienne Bruno vegan cheese in Manchester. The cakes on the counter are always gorgeous as well as the hot food downstairs in the cafe. The vegan chocolate selection is huge and full of unique independent brands. They also sell freezer meals, gifts, alcohol and cleaning products. Seriously worth a visit!!!
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KForsh28
Points +130
Absolutely gorgeous food - Edit
I found myself working literally meters away from this place at the weekend, I was hungry so checked Happy Cow and couldn’t believe my luck.
Read moreHowever, It was 2.45 and they closed at 3! I rushed over there with my friend and the gorgeous, friendly staff served me with the most delicious vegan roast ever! - everything in the cafe was vegan
I will definitely return and next time hopefully I won’t be in such a rush.
Gorgeous atmosphere, delicious food and the friendliest staff ever - good vibes all round
Updated from previous review on 2026-02-17
Pros: Food, Atmosphere, Staff
Guest
veganfloss
Points +675
Always amazing - Edit
I wish there were more places like this in Manchester! Always love the variation in menu.
Read morePros: Variation, Delicious
Guest
AnaBee
Points +33
An iconic mancunian establishment - Edit
The cafe is 100% vegan and serves delish, proper food. The menu changes regularly, but always has a dahl, stew and two mains as well as a salad bar. I had the enchiladas with avocado cream & a side salad. Truly delicious, wholesome food. They also offer oat, soy, almond & coconut milk for coffees.
Read moreThe shop is vegetarian but has an incredible selection of vegan savouries and cakes in the deli. The Mumbai triangle is my favourite and any cakes from Plantiserie are a must!
As a bonus, this place is a workers co-op; the staff are also the owners and it has been an independent establishment here for over 50 years.
Updated from previous review on 2026-01-29
Pros: Real wholesome food, Friendly & knowledgeable staff, It's a workers co-op!
Guest
JAHark
Points +283
Cafe's vegan - Edit
after lockdown the cafe went vegan. Daytime/lunch menu ,from 11 has 2 mains ,a stew and a dhal plus salad bar and a selection of cakes.
Read moreUpstairs in shop is deli counter with wide range of "pasties" and wraps and cakes
Updated from previous review on 2021-09-11
Guest
MicheleParks
Points +256
Freedom food - Edit
What a place! Must visit for anyone looking for sustainable food that will sustain you spiritually and physically!
Read morePros: Food, Staff, Vibe
Guest
IonaBirss
Points +32
Love this place! - Edit
Always top of my list when im in Manchester! Great reasonably priced food in the cafe. And great selection in the shop upstairs!
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Richard Ross
Points +1304
Excellent café - Edit
A really nice space. Excellent food and helpful staff. The crumble and custard was delicious.
Read morePros: The great food, Helpful and friendly, Good choice of food and drink
Guest
SophieTravers
Points +54
fab little shop - Edit
I've been here a good few times now as it is only a short walk away from home and it is brilliant. Really delicious fresh food and a great variety of other bits such as chocolate, fridge items, herbs and spices, sauces, and many other items. I've not tried the cafe yet but definitely will!
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jtyburski
Points +1722
Incredible home-cooked style food - Edit
The food is so fresh and wholesome some at 8th day. Was easily one of the favourite meals I had in Manchester. Seemed like everything as vegan. Even in the deli case in the grocery store all of the pastries were marked as vegan.
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bodmin
Points +53
Amazing value, so tasty - Edit
We ate as family - the first time I’ve visited in years. It was some of the best cooked and most interesting food I’ve had for ages. Would thoroughly recommend.
Read morePros: Flavour, Creativity, Good value
Guest
VoidedCloud
Points +47
Amazing value - Edit
Compared to a lot of other vegan places, you won't get a meal that is this filling for this low of a price. Super affordable and super yummy!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-08-11
Pros: Very affordable, Comfort food, Great supermarket as well
Guest
Matilda1331
Points +708
Suuuuper lecker!! - Edit
Das war seit langem das Beste,was ich gegessen habe. Geht unbedingt hin! Würde immer wiederkommen 😇🌼☀️
Read morePros: Super lecker, Tolle Atmosphäre, Sehr freundliches Personal
Guest
AliceManchip
Points +3162
I love 8th day - Edit
Great shop with loads of vegan options and cute cafe! The cakes are great. Massive selection of foods! Staff are friendly
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Bubbard
Points +1696
Excellent! - Edit
Great atmosphere, canteen style so there’s something different everyday which I love!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Shop upstairs too, Tasty tasty food
Guest
jamiedodger
Points +71
Beautiful spot! - Edit
Beautiful spot based in Manchester, I can’t believe I’ve never been here before! The shop upstairs is great, full of all sorts of goodies! The deli had a wide selection of sandwiches, pastries & cakes. Mostly Vegan, apart from a couple veggie pastries. Good gluten free sweet treat selection too.
Read moreThe cafe downstairs is great, I had the sweet potato, lentil and coconut soup for a fiver - tasty, fresh homemade. Good selection of food, from pies to dal, salad and even smoothies! I’m looking forward to visiting again
Pros: Mostly plant based
Guest
Chriscroc
Points +652
Great all vegan cafe - Edit
The cafe is a great find in Manchester. It is downstairs from a vegetarian supermarket. The whole cafe was marked as vegan, there were salads, soups, dahl, desserts and other items. It's very affordable.
Read moreBe careful with the shop upstairs. We got some cake from the shop and the helpful chap did point out that some had egg in, so not everything upstairs is vegan (but the whole cafe downstairs seems to be).
Guest
djLifts
Points +69
Delicious pie - Edit
My partner and I had a delicious pie (mushroom and tofu) with greens and potatoes for lunch. There was plenty of seating for us and a nice atmosphere.
Read morePros: Good, Atmosphere
Guest
EatLeaves
Points +19
Wonderful cosy cafe - Edit
Cheap and generous options with friendly staff who are chatty and helpful! tends to be very busy around 12-1 on weekdays but otherwise quite easy to find a seat and most importantly delicious!
Read morePros: Large potion size, inexpensive , Friendly and cosy atmosphere
Cons: not open sundays, open short hours (11-3)
Guest
CoffinCreature
Points +31
Warm and welcoming - Edit
Popped into the cafe with 2 friends to do some uni work. All the drinks we had were fantastic and fairly priced. One of my friends has recently turned vegetarian and was awestruck by the shop and everything available. If ever you’re nearby I highly recommend!
Read morePros: Delicious food and drinks, Plug sockets available in cafe, Cafe is well priced
Cons: Cafe is very popular and can fill up quick
Guest
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