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Federal Cafe BarCastlefield, ManchesterFederal Cafe Bar

EverydayThe everyday answer

Unit B2 - 20.6 mi from Castlefield centrelast reviewed April 2026

Brunch-first and confident about it. The flat white is better than a room this focused on eggs benedict has any obligation to produce.

Solid flat white in a venue that came for brunch and got lucky.

4.7★★★★½(783)
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What we love

  • Flat white has drawn specific praise; unusual for a kitchen-led room
  • Seasonal drinks alongside the espresso standards
  • Circle Square site; purpose-built development, reliably comfortable

Location

Unit B2 - 2, Circle Square, Oxford Rd, Manchester M1 7FS, UK

0.6 mi from Castlefield centre

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