Federal Cafe Bar

Having seen the reviews I looked forward to having a nice brunch after a long week. The staff were friendly enough but felt churned through. Tables are crammed in together so you can just about get passed and you’re practically part of the next tables conversation. The food was very basic - in presentation and flavour. Examples are the granola bar looked like something I could make at home - just thrown in a bowl. The eggs Benedict had a few leaves of raw Spanish and the sourdough was almost impossible to get through because it was hard and brittle. Seems like it maybe was something great but has lost its shine. I left to get my coffee and a dessert elsewhere. Also quite pricey for what I actually had. The £3 extra avocado wasn’t great quality and had no seasoning. I don’t recommend.

The best Turkish eggs this side of Istanbul!

Wow what a hidden gem, I'm not surprised it's won so many awards. Everything from the atmosphere to the staff to the place settings was friendly & welcoming & that's before we even get on to the food!

Delicious coffee, the Turkish eggs were creamy garlicky goodness, the matcha strawberry French toast was just the right blend of lightness sweetness & freshness.  Both were beautifully presented too.

If Manchester is the  foodie capital of the north, Federal is the foodie place of Manchester!

I love this place! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The baristas were incredibly helpful and the service was quick for such a busy place. I would recommend going with another person, but not people as the line can be quite long. However, I will say after wanting in line for 15-20 minutes, the baristas helped lift our moods by offering blondies and some incredible hot chocolate! When we were finally seated, Josh so kindly offered us a free French toast. It was absolutely delicious. I would 100% coming here and ordering the steak and eggs too!

Stumbled across this place yesterday on a solo date. Such a lovely atmosphere and every single staff member was so friendly, welcoming and kind.
Can’t remember the name of the girl that seated me, but she was so lovely and an amazing representation of what great customer service is.
Food and drinks were delicious too!

I recently visited Federal Northern Quarter  and it was an absolutely delightful experience! From the moment I walked in, the vibe was so welcoming and full of positive energy. The aesthetics are on point and the food was just as impressive as the atmosphere. You can tell that the staff truly cares about the experience they offer, and everyone was so friendly and attentive. Sam was amazing from the moment we got there. He brought the vibes and the great energy and made us feel right at home. Keeping us company in the queue, he had a good laugh with us and the wait didn’t feel like anything at all with the lovely company. It’s the kind of place that just makes you feel good, and I can’t wait to go back! Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a cozy, vibrant spot with great food and an even better atmosphere.

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