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Fuel Cafe

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Fuel Cafe

448 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 3BW
0161 448 9702
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  • Monday11:00am - 12:00am
  • Tuesday11:00am - 12:00am
  • Wednesday11:00am - 12:00am
  • Thursday11:00am - 12:00am
  • Friday11:00am - 2:00am
  • Saturday10:00am - 2:00am
  • Sunday11:00am - 12:00am

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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Withington is home to Fuel Cafe, who serve only vegetarian and vegan food, as well as hosting quiz nights and lively open mics. They are well known for their hangover busting, meat free, full breakfast menu, and the decor is pleasantly found-object-eclectic.

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