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Vegan
American
Fast food
Delivery
Take-out
British
Serves burgers and mostly vegan junk food. Est 2019. Relocated from Unit 4 Mirabel St. Open Wed-Fri 12:00-21:00, Sat 10:00-21:00, Sun 10:00-18:00.
218 Reviews
First Review by titusgitus
loulouc2019
Points +270
Bountiful brunch - Edit
Really, really delicious brunch menu. Great coffee. I am definitely coming back for the dinner menu. Very accommodating of gf too.
Read morePros: All veegs 💚🌱, Great gluten free options, Friendly
Cons: None, Worth the walk up to Victoria Station end of town
Guest
koneko
Points +1932
Great Menu but too salty - Edit
We had the Kimchi burger, Classic burger and the glazed bites.
Read moreThe Kimchi burger was interesting, it was tasty and rich but there was too much happening in this burger, I'm very impressed that the buns stayed intact as I tried to battle with the content....onion rings, kimchi, teriyaki glaze etc. The teriyaki glaze was very salty...or overly seasoned and the Kimchi itself was not as expected, it's more like pickled sliced carrots and thinly sliced lettuce.
The 'chicken-less' patty was good - 3/5 stars
The classic burger again was good and easier to eat due to the non battered 'beefless' patty, the ingredients were cleaner but it was very rich, creamy and overly seasoned again - 4/5
Loved the glazed bites at first but it became way too salty due to the sauce, really loved the bite of them and the texture with that lovely batter on the outside - 4/5
Feel bad that there are only 2 staffs working the extremely small kitchen and front of house, the lady (probably the owner) was very nice.
Disliked the location of the place as it is slightly tricky to find when you're starving! There's not enough tables.....you kind of have to stare at people until they move and if you don't like sitting next to strangers then tough luck.
NEW LOCATION feels a bit dodgy, however, when you enter, it's vibrant and quirky unlike the outside.....
Gyoza's were good, a bit too oily, it comes with seaweed but you can ask for that to be taken off.
The "chicken" pops were really good, would order again.
Updated from previous review on 2021-11-05
Pros: great menu
Cons: salty!
Guest
Mark-R
Points +1986
To quote Gerry Cinnamon - She’s a Belter …. - Edit
Trying to support vegan only businesses is hard when you want a breakfast after a night out and none are open until 11am or Midday. Browsing the menu at WJ shortly after 10am the guys said they were prepping but happy to serve us. Nice 😊
Read moreWhat a cool place. Bright, colourful, funky, quirky, with mellow tunes and a belter of a menu - 6 small plates, 8 burgers (9 with the breakfast one - not on the menu), 10 amazing specials, 5 desserts and whole load of drinks, including alcoholic. We were really sad the Mac ‘N’ Cheese was not available.
Breakfast Burger £8.50. To quote Gerry Cinnamon - “she’s a belter”. Bigger than a Big Mac and tastier than a Whopper, it’s a soft warm brioche bun with a sausage patty, it’s not bacon, hash brown and melted cheese. Dead and gone to heaven…
Frickles £4.95. 8 long pickles fried in panko crumbs served with WKs own mayo. They were moist, not at all greasy and the mayo was superb.
Thai Fries £5. Skin-on-fries covered in sweet chilli and spicy mayo, interspersed with pickled chillis, spring onions, sesame seeds and a wedge lime. They were tasty and we’ll seasoned. To be really picky, they were too crammed in to eat easily but I couldn’t fault the flavour.
Chai Latte £3.95. A little steep for a hot drink, but it is honestly the best chai latte I’ve had. The difference being, this was so thick and creamy which I really liked.
Would I recommend? Most certainly.
Would I go back? With so many 100% vegan places in Manchester it’s a tough one, but it’d be unfair to say no, as I know I’ll be back for a Chai Latte and Breakfast Burger after a night out.
Thanks for letting us eat early guys. 🙋♂️
Updated from previous review on 2022-10-18
Pros: Great menu, Delicious food, Funky place
Guest
LeChouChou
Points +32
Nice find - Edit
Tasty food. Warming on a cold day
Read morePros: Good number of options, Relaxed atmosphere
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Folgert
Points +40
Awesome food - Edit
This was such a pleasant surprise: great atmosphere and service and the food was truly amazing. We had a double patty burger, a corn dog and pumpkin katsu, and oh my, this was good! Will definitely come back!
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billielange
Points +732
Amazing Food - Edit
The staff were so lovely and the food was just incredible, definitely exceeded my expectations!
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Waldyvgun
Points +289
Bring your appetites and a stretchy waistband! - Edit
Really lovely food. Wanted KFC but no cauliflower available so went for the Chik'n sandwich on the recommendation of the previous reviewer @LoVe20 and it didn't disappoint. Partner had the OG burger, looked fab. Can definitely recommend Frickles too - don't recommend sitting next to the door though as it sticks and people coming in and out assume it will close behind them. It won't, so you'll find yourself on door duty!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-02
Pros: Lots of choice , Big portions! , Lovely staff
Cons: Avoid sitting next to the door!
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LoVe20
Points +2191
Will always be my favourite! - Edit
Wholesome Junkies can do no wrong in my opinion. I just love the oyster mushroom burgers and so does my non - vegan other half. Tater tots are always a good choice too.
Read moreBiscoff cheesecake was to go, as always too full to eat it at the time!
The new place is just a lovely setting, beautifully decorated and with a box of games to keep you entertained whilst you wait for your food.
Waldyvgun
Thanks for recommending the Chik'n Sandwich - the oyster mushrooms were fab!
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Myalgic_Enchilada
Points +54
A must! - Edit
My new go to spot! My omni friends and family love this place, too. Conveniently located near Victoria Station. Great for a coffee or three course meal.
Read morePros: Delicious, Seasonal menu, Friendly staff, Cute and cosy interior , Queer friendly space, Non-gendered toilets
Cons: Would be difficult to negotiate with a wheelchair
Guest
YepMe
Points +77
Amazing vegan burgers - Edit
Although the place was busy, and I mean busy, staff were quick, friendly and apologetic. The menu has such a good choice and the prices are excellent. I had the "beef" burger and my partner the chikn burger - the "beef" was one of the best burgers I've had anywhere. Definitely will come back next time we're in Manchester.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-10
Pros: Big menu, Gluten free options
Cons: Small space
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EmilyRaphael
Points +352
Delicious - Edit
I just can’t get enough of this place. I always get their food at vegan camp out. The burgers are amazing!
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FayeRollinson
Points +139
Always amazing - Edit
I've eaten at Wholesome Junkies a few times when they were in the market, and once since the move to the new location (which is adorable, love the colour scheme!). Both food and staff have been great every time. Highly recommend the kimchi chicken burger. The new location sells a couple of cocktails too, I tried the Aviation and loved it
Read morePros: Large portions, Amazing quality food, Super friendly staff
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ah_bee
Points +547
The best vegan junk food. - Edit
My go to place when I'm fancying a burger or junk food in general. The food is consistently incredible and imaginative. Love visiting the new restaurant and getting to try some of the latest editions to the menu. My only negative is that I when I eat at other vegan junk food places, I'm often disappointed that it doesn't compare to Wholesome Junkies.
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amymurtagh
Points +356
Delicious and good value - Edit
The dishes we tried were delicious and full of flavour. Portion sizes were good and filling. Service was very friendly and the place has a nice colourful atmosphere.
Read moreWe had the KFC and the kimchi chicken burger plus chaat tater tots and the gyoza dumplings and they were all fantastic. Highly recommended!
Note that it is now located (as in the map) near Victoria station, not in the market.
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-15
Guest
minimarimo
Points +114
Tasty - Edit
We actually got to try their food at their Vegan Camp Out truck. The burger was delicious and the fries were great too.
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darlingrhi
Points +386
Great food - Edit
Really tasty food, love the oyster mushroom wings and the Thai tots but their range is all great.
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AlexOsborne
Points +26
Food was so tasty! Chick*n burger was so tasty. Very friendly - Edit
Lots of choice, super tasty and very friendly staff
Read morePros: Lots of burger choice , Great vegan junk food , Very friendly and helpful staff
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Here.To.Travel_Jade
Points +12521
Tasty sushi bowl - Edit
Tried food from here at the vegan camp out 2022. Had a sushi bowl although it didn’t come with rice and didn’t quite fit the description in terms of the name at least. It was mainly sweet corn, potato salad, some salad bits (some pickled) and this really tasty glazed mock meat. It was a bit like having crispy duck with hoisin sauce and it was actually really delicious and not too unhealthy
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Dgreen
Points +103
Yummy!! - Edit
Great place to eat and fantastic food well worth a trip into Manchester.
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13akeel
Points +242
Perfect - Edit
The best chickn burgers around, have been here at least 20 times and always amazing quality!
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catandcupcake
Points +8487
Delicious! - Edit
Last day in Arndale 5 June 2022 - moving to own shop
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Large portions
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ChrisJolliffe
Points +199
Amazing messy burgers! - Edit
We went here twice in our weekend visiting Manchester it was so good! Very friendly staff!
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leila_hall
Points +11
love the truffle tots plus the chicken sandwich with oyster mushrooms! - Edit
love the truffle tots plus the chicken sandwich with oyster mushrooms!
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NaomiHarris
Points +84
Best dirty burgers in Manchester - Edit
Best dirty burgers in Town. Defiantly not the healthiest but damn tasty for a little (or big) treat!
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FernandaOliveira
Points +1243
great fast food - Edit
we had the truffle burger and the bbq one, the first one was delicious and the bbq one was ordinary.
Read morethe loaded fries were excellent
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elloella
Points +38
Stunning! - Edit
Top notch dirty burgers. The texture and flavours are all on point.
Read moreMy only dislike, but this isn't food related, is the very oily smell that stuck to my clothing after eating next to the booth. Next time I'd take my food elsewhere to eat rather than sit 'in.'
Cons: Pricey
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chp
Points +3611
Tasty, tasty junk - Edit
I don’t think a review needs to say more other than: if you’re in Manchester, and this is open - GO. HERE. really filling, tasty plant based food. Staff are super friendly and like chatting (if they have a lull, which doesn’t seem often with how busy the place is!).
Read morePros: Really friendly service! , Tasty, tasty, tasty, Reasonable pricing
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