The Portico Kitchen
Manchester’s oldest lunch spot. Serving since 1806.
The Portico Kitchen is open from 10.00am until 4.00pm Monday to Thursday, and from 11.00am until 4.00pm Friday.
Hot food is served from 10.45am (11.45am on Mondays and Fridays) until 2.00pm.
On Saturdays, we serve lunch from 12.15pm until 2.00pm. See a sample menu and book a table via the links below.
We also host a regular programme of events on food writing, food history and food culture, including Secret Supper Clubs, Edible Histories lectures, reading groups and writing workshops. See our What’s On page for more information.
For other enquiries or to book a table, please phone the Library on 0161 236 6785.
Café opening times
Monday
Drinks and cakes 10.00am - 4.00pm
Food 11.45am - 2.00pm
Tuesday - Thursday
Drinks and cakes 10.00am - 4.00pm
Food 10.45am - 2.00pm
Friday
Drinks and cakes 11.00am - 4.00pm
Food 11am - 2.00pm
Saturday
Drinks and cakes 12.15pm - 3.00pm
Food 12.15pm - 2.00pm