Caravan Manchester

The menu

Caravan's cooking borrows from all over: think garam masala labneh, Korean buttermilk fried chicken, cod dumplings and wood-fired pizzas, with the menu shifting through the seasons. Breakfast and brunch are a big part of the day, and there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options.

Coffee and the bar

Coffee is roasted in-house, and takeaway cups are available if you're passing. In the evening the bar takes over with cocktails, and you can eat at the bar if you haven't booked a table.

Before a show or museum

St John's is Manchester's new creative quarter, and Caravan is a short walk across St John's Square from Aviva Studios, which makes it handy for a pre-show meal. The Science and Industry Museum is a couple of minutes away for a family morning, followed by brunch. Book through the website or by phone; terrace tables are walk-in only. Opening hours stretch from early breakfast to late on Friday and Saturday evenings, so it is just as useful for a morning coffee meeting as a late supper after a show. On Sundays it closes in the late afternoon, so plan an early lunch instead.

Highlights

• Caravan's first restaurant outside London
• All-day menu from breakfast to late
• Coffee roasted in-house
• Cocktail bar with bar dining
• Short walk from Aviva Studios

Good to know

• Book online or by phone; outdoor terrace tables are walk-in only.
• Vegan and vegetarian friendly.
• Kitchens close briefly between menu changeovers.

Frequently asked questions