3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 388 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch worth booking?
3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch is a 3.5-hour experience in Manchester, United Kingdom, from $123 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 388 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (388)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $123 per person
On this food tour we visit not one but two of Manchester's most vibrant areas. You will hear the fascinating history of Manchester and it's people. From the golden age of the Industrial revolution to the ultra cool and trendy city of today. On the tour we'll visit some of the city's most famous eating places and also some of our secret spots. Each place we visit has a special dish that tells a story of Manchester. We'll even enjoy a paired glass of wine at one stop and a unique Manchester tipple along the route. All included, no hidden extras. You'll get to meet some of our chefs, bakers and producers. Our mission is to showcase our food heroes and introduce you to a side of Manchester you may never have seen or heard of before. For every person who does this tour we donate a meal to Eat Well Manchester. A charity helping those struggling with food poverty in our city.
What you get
About this experience
On this food tour we visit not one but two of Manchester's most vibrant areas. You will hear the fascinating history of Manchester and it's people. From the golden age of the Industrial revolution to the ultra cool and trendy city of today. On the tour we'll visit some of the city's most famous eating places and also some of our secret spots. Each place we visit has a special dish that tells a story of Manchester. We'll even enjoy a paired glass of wine at one stop and a unique Manchester tipple along the route. All included, no hidden extras. You'll get to meet some of our chefs, bakers and producers. Our mission is to showcase our food heroes and introduce you to a side of Manchester you may never have seen or heard of before. For every person who does this tour we donate a meal to Eat Well Manchester. A charity helping those struggling with food poverty in our city.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Donation to Eat Well Manchester
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Manchester
We'll be waiting for you outside Thrills Cafe, 7 Redhill Street, M4 5BA. If you arrive early please feel free to buy yourself a takeaway coffee or soft drink. They are not part of the tour but they're a great local business.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We end close by to the Arndale shopping centre right in the middle of Manchester.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Manchester Bites
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is imperative that you let us know if you have any food restrictions at time of booking. We may not be able to accommodate last minute on the day requests.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 388 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
388 verified traveler reviews for 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting and enjoyable experience
Fascinating tour, very interesting and a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Our tour guide was both knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing these areas of Manchester and the food treats to be found.
Response from the operator: Really pleased you enjoyed the experience Maggie. Thanks for taking the time to send us this lovely review and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Manchester.
via Viator
Highly recommend this tour.
This is one of the best walking tours I’ve taken. Our guide Julia is incredible at what she does. So much information and history. Her love for her city really shows through, making this tour exceptional. My first impression of Manchester was not great, after our tour with Julia, WOW MANCHESTER, you are AMAZING! Thank you Julia. You are incredible and please don’t stop sharing your passion with the world.
Response from the operator: Wow indeed. Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I totally understand when you say that your first impression of our city wasn't great. Manchester can be hard to crack at times. There's one or two area's that need help and right next to them there's absolute gems that noone sees. That's what we're all about. Making every guest a part of our city for the day and hopefully sharing with you what a brilliant place this really is. I love that we were able to do that for you. Thanks again for the very kind words. It genuinely means the world to us.
via Tripadvisor
Manchester Food your
What an amazing experience and Julia our guide was a breadth of knowledge, and so personable. Very grateful for the experience
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the very kind words. We want every guest to feel a part of Manchester when they're with us. You're not just a tourist going through the motions on a larger group tour. You're our guests. As such Julia works really hard to make sure everyone has a great time and its a real pleasure to get feedback like this. Thank you very much and I hope the rest of your time here was as much fun.
via Tripadvisor
I really enjoyed the tour...
I really enjoyed the tour but it was nott worth the money. The tour was very good, the guide was very good. But the food was not worth the money. Our last meal was at an Indian restaurant - I asked the price and it was 7pd. Sterling. The Charcuterie spot was excellent and with three small slices of meat and three cheeses on charcoal crackers it would have been expenses. I believe we may nave been offered an alcoholic beverage which we declined. There was half of a rueben sandwich, a pasty, and sn enormous cookies. One Uncle ? Candy rapped and a tast of some rum or port. I may have missed something but it was not worth the money spent. We really enjoyed the tour in the north quarter but compared to your food tour in Greece, a beer tour in Brussels, or one in Oslo this was decidedly the lower of the four. We really liked the guide!!! And as I said the tour around the area was certainly worth our time but the food other than the rueben sandwich, the pastry and charcuterie did not add up to much. Great guide but would not recommend it.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the feedback. We’re really pleased that you enjoyed exploring the Northern Quarter and Ancoats, especially, that you thought your guide was so good. We’re obviously sorry that you didn’t feel the tour represented good value. Our tour price isn’t simply based on the menu price of the food served. We visit five independent local businesses and, unlike some tour operators, we don’t ask our partners for discounted food. We want the businesses we work with to benefit properly from our tours. We also invest heavily in our guides. They put a huge amount of work into making the experience more than simply walking between restaurants, and it sounds from your comments as though your guide did exactly that. The guide team train hard as our reviews are testament to. Food and hospitality costs have risen considerably, and we’ve worked hard to maintain the quality of the tour while continuing to pay our independent partners fairly, pay our guides properly and make a donation to a local food charity for every booking we get. We also need to pay commissions to 3rd party booking sites which continue to rise. There's a lot of hidden costs to running a business like ours. There's definitely cheaper things to do in Manchester but we support 6 local independent businesses directly and countless others indirectly as well as a charitable contribution for every tour. Again, sorry that you didn't feel this was value enough. We've taken your feedback on board and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in our wonderful city.
via Viator
Wonderful
Nic was wonderful, city and food knowledgeable. She always made everyone comfortable at each location and explained very well what we were going to eat.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $123 to $140
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 136
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Manchester Bites, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.9.
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3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Manchester.
How much does 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $123 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Manchester usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Manchester is not rushed.
Is 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 388 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Manchester, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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Around 136 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Manchester can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Manchester and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Manchester within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Manchester?
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On Outty we rank every Manchester experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth, Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in Manchester, Step Inside the Game Show–The Crystal Maze Experience Manchester. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Manchester?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Manchester?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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Included: Bottled water; Donation to Eat Well Manchester; Alcoholic beverages; and Lunch. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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We'll be waiting for you outside Thrills Cafe, 7 Redhill Street, M4 5BA. If you arrive early please feel free to buy yourself a takeaway coffee or soft drink. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch?
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Across 388 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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