Vegan
American
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
British

Serves burgers and mostly vegan junk food. Est 2019. Relocated from Unit 4 Mirabel St. Open Wed-Fri 12:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-18:00.


199 Reviews

First Review by titusgitus

GabrieleCaruso

Points +22

Vegan
19 Jun 2025

My all time favourite vegan place

Every burger, side dish, or other main they make is extremely well thought in terms of balancing ingredients and super tasty. We go on a regular basis and often bring our dog too

Pros: Burgers, Drinks, Sides

VeganJo

Points +362

Vegan
08 Jun 2025

Disappointing

No Sunday roasts on Sunday for summer and yet no information on the website to tell you this. We heard other people were disappointed at the lack of their advertised roast dinner too, don't know how they wouldn't realise vegans would specifically turn up on a Sunday for this and be disappointed. Having had a lovely roast a few weeks ago we thought we would return today. My partner was only given a brunch menu which was very confusing as it was 1pm and brunch had finished and it delayed us ordering. Once we eventually found something that didn't hugely appeal (compared to th roast) we then waited half an hour for food so it made us late meeting friends.
The food was ok but unhealthy. My partner had a chili cheese burger, I had Korean tofu poppers and cauliflower wings with cheese sauce and we shared some chips. It was ok but not a patch on the delicious roast dinner we had previously.
Also on our first visit here around Christmas the "spicy" noodle soup was bland and the other (mostly Christmas themed) small plates we had ordered were not that great so we didn't rate it and henceforth had decided only to return for the Sunday roast as unfortunately the menu is all burgers and small plates with only 1 large plate that isn't a burger happening at any one point (on this occasion that bland laksa type noodle soup).
Deposit required to book. Then you feel you can't leave when you don't like the menu. This is what killed Harmonium in Edinburgh along with a similar menu of predominantly burgers.

Pros: Cauliflower wings with cheese sauce excellent, Roast dinner when on is good, Korean tofu poppers

Cons: No info about menus served on the website, No alcoholic drinks/alcohol free drinks expensive, They require a deposit to book a table.

AlfieV

Points +769

Vegan
08 Jun 2025

Just so. Alcohol free and vegan

What a nice place to be. Nice food and staff. Nice interior. Had a cheese and chilli burger, fries and cocoa coconut (huge) cake. Weizbier to drink. Amazing

Pros: Nice, Vegan, Alcohol free

TappingVegan

Points +324

Vegan
31 May 2025

Nice little vegan spot

Stumbled across this place, lovely little vegan spot. We went with the small plates but the burgers looked fantastic also.

cham_eleon

Points +34

Vegan
24 May 2025

Great vegan spot

Went here a couple of weeks ago with some friends. Fantastic vegan spot with excellent food and a great atmosphere.

Had the roast on a Sunday and loved it. They sadly didn’t have any yorkshires so I will be returning the next time I’m in Manchester.

Pros: Great food, Nice atmosphere, Good service

jamiedodger

Points +41

Vegan
21 May 2025

My Fav in Manc

I am a reoccurring customer to Wholesome Junkies - they never disappoint!! From Hinterland Bar, Beatherder festival, to the old spot near Victoria station.. Delicious burgers and sides! I tried the classic burger with the gluten free bun recently, amazing. Prices aren’t cheap, but it’s well worth it as a treat, and great to support a local business!!

Updated from previous review on 2025-05-20

Pros: Completely Vegan

Windcheetah

Points +144

Vegan
19 May 2025

100% Vegan

I did not eat there, but just answered the question that was asked.
Is it still Vegan??

Well, the bottom of the menu outside says "YES! everything is vegan and alcohol-free"

I did not ask, but as it says in the board, you have to assume it is true!!!

rosieposy

Points +76

Vegan
07 May 2025

Incredible vegan food

Been here twice now, absolutely delicious, I’ve had the truffle burger and Korean tofu bites which were both incredible!

(Note: some drinks contain honey)

Scotty-O

Points +274

Vegan
07 May 2025

Great Place, Great Food

Really nice atmosphere and a great burger as well, had the OG with Buffalo sauce, very flavoursome

Cerxs

Points +180

Vegan
23 Apr 2025

Perfect vegan treat

Been following wholesomejunkies for YEARS and finally visited. We ordered almost everything from their smaller menu at Piccadilly Central 🌱 we tried their ‘chilli cheese burger’, ‘cheeseburger egg rolls’, mac and cheese, salt and pepper chicken and fries, plus we tried their truffle mayo and their chilli mayo- this was SO good. Absolutely delicious, if I could’ve bought that truffle mayo on its own bottled up I would’ve. We even tried their desserts- I had the biscoff cheese cake and my partner tried the sticky toffee pudding.
We will definitely have to go back to their main store next time we’re in Manchester

Pros: Incredible vegan junk food, Lovely staff

LettuceMuncher

Points +1758

Vegan
20 Apr 2025

Northern Vegan Festival 2025

These guys did a pop up at NVF. The burgers were fantastic. Hope to make it to their restaurant next time I'm in Manchester.

Pros: Amazing burgers!

Joycee

Points +54

Vegan
27 Mar 2025

Delicious

So so good we had to dig in before we could take the photo. We had the mac and cheese, the tofu bites, the chikn wings and the kimchi burger to share, and were full ro the brim by the end.

immywatts

Points +80

Vegan
21 Mar 2025

A must if you’re in Manchester!!!

The menu was so impressive!! Me and my husband ordered of the bites section and got:
-Korean poppers
-Tiwainese beefless rolls
-Thai tots
-Mac n cheese
-Chikn wings
Can’t recommend what we ate enough!! And this place has the best atmosphere

Pros: Food, Decor , Gift shop

abcdefgharley

Points +371

Vegan
17 Mar 2025

Great vegan fast food

Tried these at Nottingham Vegan Festival and wish their restaurant was closer as the burger was really tasty. They had huge queues for their stall too so they're obviously very popular.

VeganVVitch

Points +1005

Vegan
06 Mar 2025

Delicious burger!

Absolutely loved this burger! It had a truffle mayonnaise on which was to die for! My partner asked to add some different things to his burger and they were more than accommodating! Would like to go back and try more from the menu!

thedarkproject

Points +137

Vegan
02 Mar 2025

Great burger

Had a great chick’n burger yesterday, just as good as I remember from the previous location long ago.

SlickVik

Points +460

Vegan
16 Feb 2025

Wholesome Junkies @ Hinterland

Second time at Wholesome Junkies in the Hinterland alcohol free bar. I love the relaxing atmosphere in here, it’s very friendly, cosy design inside. I had the Korean tofu poppers with mac and cheese, both very tasty. Deciding what to order is the hardest part as everything sounds delicious! I highly recommend this spot - also book if you can as it’s a popular spot.

jessiedhal

Points +565

Vegan
26 Jan 2025

Amazing in every way

Absolutely loved this place. A really lovely and calm atmosphere and kind and welcoming staff.
The food was delicious and the vegan hot chocolate was amazing!
Will definitely be coming back here, great to see they now have a restaurant too!

Pros: Amazing food, Autistic friendly environment , Hot chocolate

BeardedlittleV

Points +32

Vegan
10 Jan 2025

Cheesuz wept!

Wow, this place is incredible!
Feels like junk food but it really is not, just blooming delicious vegan food, packed with flavour, served by lovely, friendly folks, and all washed down with non alcoholic beer!
Honestly i was heaven, can't wait to go back #Veganuary

Pros: Beautiful cosy atmosphere, Friendly, helpful staff, The amazing food options!

Cons: Tucked away, almost hidden

stulave

Points +1722

Vegan
04 Jan 2025

The burgers and hot chocolates are just delicious

This vegan restaurant is well worth a visit. Today had the festive burger (which came with gravy) and hot chocolate, just delicious 🤤 Also, friendly staff and a really nice vibe!

Megw95

Points +58

Vegan
01 Jan 2025

Best burger I've ever had

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, delicious food.
I got the Chilli cranberry burger with the chicken patty, it was incredible. Lots of sauce, the patty was crunchy on the outside but not dry in the middle. 10/10.

pennylane1711

Points +82

Vegan
15 Dec 2024

Very friendly and very delicious

very cozy restaurant with very nice service and very tasty food, the Stollen Buns are highly recommended

sir-george

Points +80

Vegan
15 Dec 2024

Super location and restaurant

Über eine kleine Treppe gelangt man in dieses tolle Restaurant im Untergeschoss.
Da es komplett vegan ist, kann man die Karte rauf und runter bestellen. Wir sind am Sonntag Vormittag dort gewesen und haben sofort einen Platz bekommen. Das Essen war super. Wir kommen gern wieder.

LezTravelVegan

Points +502

Vegan
14 Dec 2024

Goodness me

Blooming marvellous place and I've been completely alcohol free for 2 years, vegan over 8. This place was made for me!

Pros: No alcohol , All vegan, Nice staff

EEvans

Points +192

Vegan
09 Dec 2024

Super festive feast

So glad WJ is back and what a location! I visited with my friend for our annual WJ festive meal and it did not disappoint.

We all had the festive burger which was divine and I tried a bit of everyone's starters from the Xmas set menu. Absolutely 🤌🏼

Pros: Really creative dishes , Cosy atmosphere, Junk food that isn't really 'junk'

Cons: Sorry, no cons

biggayhev

Points +186

Vegan
27 Nov 2024

The best in Manchester

This little venue is such a treat. Hinterland and Wholesome Junkies pair very well together!

The atmosphere is comfortable and cosy with an assortment of things for sale in addition to vegan food and non-alcoholic drinks. I have wanted to try Wholesome Junkies for a few years and I am so happy that I finally got to go! This place is a must visit to anyone visiting or living in Manchester.

As a party of two we ordered the KFC burger, the Korean Chikn burger, a small Mac n cheese and a portion of chicken balls.

I had the Korean burger. I primarily ordered this for the mushroom element and it did not disappoint. They were deliciously crunchy! I am typically the type to ask for my burgers without slaw and pickles but I decided to be brave and keep them on today. I'm glad I did, all of the ingredients paired together wonderfully. A truly delightful burger. 10/10!

My partner had the KFC. She said it was crispy, full of flavour and there was nothing she didn't like about it. She was full and still had some left but HAD to eat it all. She gives it a 10/10.

We shared the Mac n cheese and chicken balls. We knew we wouldn't be able to eat all of this but we really wanted to try as much as we could.

The chicken balls were thicc and juicy with a delicious salty coating. The texture was very chicken-like which is something I like. I'd definitely order these again. 10/10

The Mac n cheese was also tasty. The pasta was soft which made it easy to eat alongside the mountain of food we had also ordered. My only critique for this is that whilst the cheese sauce was delicious, it didn't stick well to the pasta because it wasn't a thick sauce. Easily resolved by literally shovelling it into my mouth. I'd still order this again 9/10.

The food here uses good ingredients that don't feel heavy in the stomach. I was full, but not so stuffed that I couldn't move and I really rate meals like this! I'll definitely be visiting again. Thanks for a great meal!

Pros: Food is "light" but filling, Good ingredients, Varied menu

Cons: None, this place is perfect! Eat here immediately!

avadams3

Points +210

Vegan
24 Nov 2024

Perfect in every way

Cakes, food, staff and drinks all 10/10

They also host a variety of different evenings to meet new people. There is a lovely space out the back with a piano. Hoping to catch one of their poetry nights soon.

Pros: Cakes!!!, Coffee , Non alcohol mocktails




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