Food hygiene meets Google reviews. Find your unicorn.
🏠 48 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2FE
Tier Achieved:
Clean. Reliable. Does the job.
The "lights out missionary" of food. Spotless kitchen, decent grub. Won't blow your mind, won't disappoint.
La Vie Cafe feels like that friend who’s super nice but can’t cook to save their life. The staff are a gem—friendly and welcoming, and the café is as clean as your mum’s kitchen on Christmas Eve. But let’s talk food. The full English breakfast might just be the best you can get here, but it’s like a game of culinary roulette. Some dishes are a hit while others… well, they might just hit the floor.
For every rave about the Dubai chocolate cake, there’s someone who got the soggy baklava that looks like it was stored underwater. And can we discuss the karak chai that tasted like it was brewed in a sock? So, if you’re after a solid coffee or a casual breakfast, this place might suffice. Just don’t go expecting Michelin-star magic—this is more like that slightly burnt toast your flatmate makes.
"The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavour."
"The wait for the food wasn't very long, and was well presented."
"Delicious handmade delicacies and a friendly welcome, every time."
La Vie Cafe, Manchester — Food Hygiene Rating: 4/5
🗓️ Last inspected: 29 August 2025