Established in 1964, Barbakan Delicatessen is a nationally award-winning craft bakery and continental delicatessen set in the heart of Chorlton, Manchester. Our breads, cakes and pastries are baked throughout the night on-site and presented fresh & hot every morning to our beautiful delicatessen - much to the delight of our Chorlton neighbours who can smell the goods throughout the village.
Enjoy a hot ciabatta sizzler, fresh quiche, or homemade soup made to order from our kitchen to enjoy on our outdoor seated terrace. Peruse our endless varieties of local and continental cheese, olives and charcuterie from our deli counters. Browse for your essentials in our unique shop and be personally served by one of our knowledgeable shop assistants.
Enjoy a hot ciabatta sizzler, fresh quiche, or homemade soup made to order from our kitchen to enjoy on our outdoor seated terrace. Peruse our endless varieties of local and continental cheese, olives and charcuterie from our deli counters. Browse for your essentials in our unique shop and be personally served by one of our knowledgeable shop assistants.
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Alex Bell
Dec 23, 2021
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Leighton Holtam
Dec 05, 2021
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Abby Ola
Oct 20, 2021
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Diego Dominici
Oct 07, 2021
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Jonathan Agger
Oct 06, 2021
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The array of bread on offer is second to none. The sandwiches and melts are delicious. They also do fantastic salads and patisseries. Add to that the meat and cheese counter and all the different pastas and the hot dog stand. The staff are both knowledgeable and highly courteous. This long standing business is truly one of the great jewels in Chorlton's crown. We'll worth a visit!
Brian George
Aug 14, 2021
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Bilal Mirza
Apr 09, 2021
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A very clean halal and tidy deli and bakery with olives and meat options with artisan grocery selection of basic dry staples and lots of interesting sauces and other delicious things in jars.
It's often a bit crowded and you can expect to spend a few minutes in the queue but it's popular for a reason. Their meats, breads and chees selection is always tasty and obviously high standards.
It's often a bit crowded and you can expect to spend a few minutes in the queue but it's popular for a reason. Their meats, breads and chees selection is always tasty and obviously high standards.
Yapi Market
Jul 18, 2019
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Lydia S.
Aug 22, 2018
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Marie U.
Jan 08, 2018
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Give. Me. All. The. Bratwurst.
I mean, I could easily stop my review right there.
Yes, a cute little grocery shop with local, and organic produce that everybody can enjoy. Yes their bakery is wonderful and always sells out every weekend. Yes they have a cheese counter that would make most people weak at the knees.
But the thing that will make you make a special journey to Chorlton are the selection of sausages that they cook on their outside griddle on a Saturday. Absolutely delicious!
With a selection of sauces ranging from sweet onion jam to a variety
I mean, I could easily stop my review right there.
Yes, a cute little grocery shop with local, and organic produce that everybody can enjoy. Yes their bakery is wonderful and always sells out every weekend. Yes they have a cheese counter that would make most people weak at the knees.
But the thing that will make you make a special journey to Chorlton are the selection of sausages that they cook on their outside griddle on a Saturday. Absolutely delicious!
With a selection of sauces ranging from sweet onion jam to a variety
Paul B.
Nov 20, 2016
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TL;DR - Really nice food store and eatery.
We popped down here on a cold winter's morning after hearing so many good things about the place. First impression - it's popular! The queue was stretching out of the door!
The main part of the unit is a shop with lots of different food produce for sale, from the locally sourced through the exotic and unusual. Whether you need local honey or an exotic spice, you'll find it here. Along the back of the store and the right hand wall are counters with all manner of produce for sale - sandwiches, cheese, charcuterie... all looking delicious
We popped down here on a cold winter's morning after hearing so many good things about the place. First impression - it's popular! The queue was stretching out of the door!
The main part of the unit is a shop with lots of different food produce for sale, from the locally sourced through the exotic and unusual. Whether you need local honey or an exotic spice, you'll find it here. Along the back of the store and the right hand wall are counters with all manner of produce for sale - sandwiches, cheese, charcuterie... all looking delicious
Catherine P.
Jul 09, 2016
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What a fantastic deli situated amongst coffee shops tea room real ale and even a veggie supermarket. This place is special whether you come along on Saturday to sample the German street food that is cooked on the bbq outside the shop you can have Bockwurst sausage with sautéed potato and fried onion served on a large bun with mustard or ketchup. You might want to try a burger as well. Once inside you will be treated to s feast of European food at the deli counters. Cold nests cured meats cheese quiche olives German sausage polish sausage Amy kind of sausage. Bread is another speciality with polish
Parvinder H.
May 09, 2016
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This place alone makes me want to live in Chorlton. It has so many delicious looking treats ranging from sweet to savory that there's really something for everyone. I fancied something sweet so chose the coconut macaroon from the array of enticing looking baked goods. It was one of the best macaroons iv eaten. Although, if you were after something savory they have a wide selection of deli meats and cheeses which all look appealing and I hear they make a mean sandwich. We sat in the shop to eat and drink at the high tables whilst looking out of the window to people watch. For the sunnier days
Eileen M.
Apr 16, 2016
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Rich C.
Apr 07, 2016
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My other half used to live near the Barbakan before I moved to Manchester. With her being in a house share, with a less than ideal cooking situation and us both being pretty lazy, the Barbakan was always an ideal solution.
We have popped in for breakfast sandwiches as well as the grill for lunch they do on a Saturday. Every time (there were quite a few occasions) we've always had great food provided. Further to this the bread and deli counters are great, offering a great variety of treats for those days when we opted not to have the sausages and potatoes being grilled outside.
The prices
We have popped in for breakfast sandwiches as well as the grill for lunch they do on a Saturday. Every time (there were quite a few occasions) we've always had great food provided. Further to this the bread and deli counters are great, offering a great variety of treats for those days when we opted not to have the sausages and potatoes being grilled outside.
The prices
Pip M.
Nov 16, 2015
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Barbakan Deli is pretty much the ultimate Chorlton location. It sells a very wide range of superb foods, both ready to eat and world food ingredients. If you were being unkind you might suggest that the reason it is literally the best reviewed eatery in Manchester (#1 on Yelp as I type) is partially down to the punters in Chorlton going hog-crazy for what it offers, but it still offers really good stuff at very solid value.
Barbakan is a foodie's dream, and specialises in 'the finer things'. Everything is done to a seriously high quality, but what impresses me most is the range
Barbakan is a foodie's dream, and specialises in 'the finer things'. Everything is done to a seriously high quality, but what impresses me most is the range
James C.
Oct 18, 2015
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Shop/deli/bakery serving a selection of hot breakfast items. Bacon or vegetarian sausage with free range eggs on ciabatta or a barm. Plus a few extras and variations on that.
I selected a bacon & egg ciabatta with tomato ketchup. It was very tasty, though there was only just enough bacon. I also ordered a tea, which could have been a bit hotter.
The shop sells a varied mixture of goods. You wouldn't do a weekly shop here but if you need vanilla pods or a jar of Polish horseradish then you can get it here.
Why not the full five stars? Firstly, the lady who served me made no effort
I selected a bacon & egg ciabatta with tomato ketchup. It was very tasty, though there was only just enough bacon. I also ordered a tea, which could have been a bit hotter.
The shop sells a varied mixture of goods. You wouldn't do a weekly shop here but if you need vanilla pods or a jar of Polish horseradish then you can get it here.
Why not the full five stars? Firstly, the lady who served me made no effort
Andy H.
Oct 04, 2015
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This delicatessen in Charlton is one of the best places I've got visited in Manchester. As you walk in the store, there are counters at the side and back, each selling something different - olives, cheeses, salads, meats, bread cakes, sandwiches and finally hot soup. You can sit outside on the patio to eat the food you have just bought, but there is no indoor seating. In the shop you can buy pasta, jams, luxury hampers etc. I will definitely be going back for a breakfast again as the food was excellent. This place gets five stars from me!
Matt F.
Sep 07, 2015
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After a caffeine fuelled Monday morning I needed something quick, tasty and filling to spark my afternoon. I was in the area and had read some good things about Barbakan so I thought I'd give them a shot. I'm glad I did!
I ordered a sarnie that wasn't even on the menu, yet the member of staff who served me, who was an absolute delight, had no problem going back and making it for me. I have to give her a special mention as it was probably the friendliest and cheery customer service I had ever received, anywhere. I think the Sandwich (a good size for lunch) and a bottle of water set
I ordered a sarnie that wasn't even on the menu, yet the member of staff who served me, who was an absolute delight, had no problem going back and making it for me. I have to give her a special mention as it was probably the friendliest and cheery customer service I had ever received, anywhere. I think the Sandwich (a good size for lunch) and a bottle of water set
Natalie W.
Aug 23, 2015
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Barbakan is an excellent deli, with some astonishingly low prices (a large and sumptuous looking pork pie was less than £3). There's lots to look at and a nice outdoor eating area where on Saturday morning they were cooking up several varieties of sausage, plus lamb burger. I had a delicious bratwurst and was particularly delighted by the wide range of condiments.
Excited already for my next visit!
Excited already for my next visit!
Emily B.
Jun 24, 2014
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How and why have I not reviewed the Barbakan yet?!
It is one of the great tragedies of my life that by the time I get off the bus in Chorlton on an evening the Barbakan is already closed - and yet smells unreasonably delicious.
Saturday mornings are my usual time to visit, for a bacon and egg ciabatta and a cake. I never plan to get a cake but the selection is so tempting that I can't seem to leave without one. Anything that involves flaky pastry and a fruity filling has been a winner so far. I would also recommend the cream-filled doughnut. Price are not cheap but also nothing out of the
It is one of the great tragedies of my life that by the time I get off the bus in Chorlton on an evening the Barbakan is already closed - and yet smells unreasonably delicious.
Saturday mornings are my usual time to visit, for a bacon and egg ciabatta and a cake. I never plan to get a cake but the selection is so tempting that I can't seem to leave without one. Anything that involves flaky pastry and a fruity filling has been a winner so far. I would also recommend the cream-filled doughnut. Price are not cheap but also nothing out of the
Colin O.
Jun 10, 2014
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Five stars. Barbakan can't be improved in my opinion. The bread is incredible and sets chorlton alive with the smell of fresh baking on a Saturday morning! They have everything covered, sandwiches, cakes, deli treats, and then to top it all off, they hold a weekly barbecue out front which knocks out bratwurst to put the European Market to shame. There's Paella, roasted potatoes garlic sausage and more. Outside seating is lovely even in the winter. Much like Frosts do with meat, Barbakan provide bread products to a host of restaurants across Manchester to such a high standard that those
Marisa R.
Mar 31, 2014
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The best hangover breakfast around! The sausage pan Saturday mornings draw large queues from the Chorlton crowd and beyond. Freshly cooked to order - huge portions and good value for money. And that's just outside!
Inside is a large selection of freshly cooked breads, meat, cheese, homemade baked goods (quiche, pastries, cakes) and salads. Also stocks international products and a variety of local producers.
Slightly more pricey than your average but not unaffordable for a deli. Quality of products always great.
And I get to live in walking distance!
Inside is a large selection of freshly cooked breads, meat, cheese, homemade baked goods (quiche, pastries, cakes) and salads. Also stocks international products and a variety of local producers.
Slightly more pricey than your average but not unaffordable for a deli. Quality of products always great.
And I get to live in walking distance!
Jen K.
Jul 05, 2013
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Local gem! Came to Manchester to visit my boyfriend's family and found this delicatessen on yelp. Great selection of breads, cured meats, cheeses and other grocery goodies. I shared a quiche and hot sandwich and was not disappointed. There is a nice patio out front to enjoy your purchases. I will be back for more!
Their website is very helpful with a nice youtube video. Enjoy!
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Parking: Ample street parking...thumbs up!
Their website is very helpful with a nice youtube video. Enjoy!
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Parking: Ample street parking...thumbs up!
William G.
Jan 05, 2013
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Another update, this time on the glorious merits of eating in at Barbakan on a weekday lunchtime in winter. Of course, there -is- copious outside seating under cover for the good weather. But if you want to bag one of the ten or so bar stools inside, weekday would seem to be more realistic.
I've now uploaded a decent photo of the Mediterranean Sizzler toasted ciabatta (£3.50) which came out just as good as on a weekend, but much more quickly! I have to say that this ciabatta beats most pizzas I have ever eaten, and so in the vicinity of Barbakan I would henceforth only be interested in a
I've now uploaded a decent photo of the Mediterranean Sizzler toasted ciabatta (£3.50) which came out just as good as on a weekend, but much more quickly! I have to say that this ciabatta beats most pizzas I have ever eaten, and so in the vicinity of Barbakan I would henceforth only be interested in a
Sarah-Jane B.
Jan 30, 2010
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Alexandra S.
Oct 21, 2009
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This is by far the best deli I have been to in Manchester. The food is gorgeous and freshly prepared in house.
The cakes and bread are so scrumptious you will never want to buy from any other shopped again. The bagels are my recommendation.
Chortlton has is so right with its fabulous bars and restaurants, when I discovered it had such an amazing deli...I did pause to consider moving out of the city centre to live there...it was only a pause mind as I am a city girl through and through. If there was a Barbakan in the city centre my life would be complete.
This is the nicest Deli I have
The cakes and bread are so scrumptious you will never want to buy from any other shopped again. The bagels are my recommendation.
Chortlton has is so right with its fabulous bars and restaurants, when I discovered it had such an amazing deli...I did pause to consider moving out of the city centre to live there...it was only a pause mind as I am a city girl through and through. If there was a Barbakan in the city centre my life would be complete.
This is the nicest Deli I have
