Central Bay

Our new waterside food and drink destination featuring Kargo MKT, ThatZiki, Leopard Pie, Jerk Junction, 11 Central and more...

Join us at Central Bay; our new waterfront foodie destination.

Named after the original stretch of dock which was once a thriving loading bay during the industrial revolution, Central Bay is home to;

Kargo MKT

A massive food hall bringing 20 different independent kitchens including Egg and Co, Baity, Leopard Pie, ThatZiki, Jerk Junction and ThatZiki all under one roof. If that wasn’t enough, there are also waterfront containers (downstairs under the terrace) filled with Future Food Stars including Rottu Kadai Dosa and more.

11 Central

Our brand new bar and microbrewery concept by Seven Bro7hers and Four Sisters. Expect a mix of unique drink, delicious food, live music, gin and beer experiences, bar games and of course those amazing waterside views… 11 Central is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines the familiar with the extraordinary.

PLUS a regular programme of pop-up events, live music and more – from Kargo MKT and 11 Central.

See what mouthwatering food is on offer below:

Central Bay

Coffee

11 Central

11 Central at Central Bay is a microbrewery and bar that thrives on unexpected combinations, offering classic comfort food, a tantalising Sunday Roast, and inventive cocktails to surprise and delight your taste buds. Join us for a unique experience where wonder and surprise come together.

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Food and Drink

Egg and Co

Eggs lover assemble! The ultimate artisan brunch sandwich, soft scrambled free range eggs with a multitude of toppings including caramelised onion, beef patty, melted cheese, sriracha mayo and avocado on a warm brioche bun

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Ad Maiora restaurant team
Food and Drink

Ad Maiora at Kargo MKT

A hidden gem run by Italian couple Enrico and Daniela, who offer the most raved about schiacciata sandwiches in Manchester from their one-bedroom flat in the Northern Quarter are coming to Kargo MKT! Schiacciata is a crunchy bread stuffed with the most premium quality fresh ingredients.

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Also featuring

Mexican food
Food and Drink

Rio-Mex at Kargo MKT

Michelin-trained super chef and regular to the BBC’s Great British Menu, Caroline Martins brings her taqueria concept - RIO MEX to Kargo. RIO-MEX is a Brazillian-Mexican fusion street food project combined with inspiration from Tex-Mex cuisines during her time living in Texas. The menu will include Brazillian snacks known as ‘salgadinhos’, traditionally served in Rio de Janeiro pubs (botecos), as well as delicious tacos, nachos and burritos. Toppings vary from Chilli Con Carne, Beef Barbacoa, and Baja Fish to Vegan Halloumi.

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Gyros and fries
Food and Drink

That Ziki at Kargo MKT

Two brothers, Jack and Luke, quit their 9-5 and bought their famous Thatziki blue food truck and started slinging gyros in a dimly lit car park in Worsley. Fast forward to today and they are now joining Kargo MKT! Making almost everything from scratch including their secret marinade, fresh tzatziki and sauces prepared daily. No frozen meat or additives just a bit of graft and big flavours. Thatziki get their produce straight from Greece including their pitta breads and feta to make their offer a real taste of the Greek islands.

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Vietnamese food
Food and Drink

Vnam at Kargo MKT

Vnam was the very first restaurant to bring authentic Vietnamese food to Manchester back in 2010. Inspired by his heritage, owner Jason uses family recipes which have been passed down through generations to create traditional dishes bursting with fresh flavours. Their speciality is the Pho, (pronounced ‘fuh’), which is basically flat rice noodles served in their famous hearty broth, simmered for 12-18 hours to ensure depth of flavour.

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Lunch time deals at Kargo Mkt

Ad Maiora (Mon-Fri 12-5pm)

Any small schiacciata + any side + drink, for £8

Bab Korean Food (Mon-Fri 12-3pm)

All the below options + a drink, for £8

  • Rice Bowl with Spicy Marinade Chicken
  • Rice Bowl with Sweet Soy Marinade Pork
  • Rice Bowl with Mixed Veggie

Locale Coffee (Mon-Fri 9am-3pm)

Bottomless filter coffee and tea for £6

Chuan Chuan (Mon-Fri 11am-5pm)

Four skewers for £6

What’s Your Beef (Mon-Fri 12-5pm)

£7 for all the below options and includes a drink

  • Simply Cheese Burger (available GF)

– 5oz beef patty, cheddar, pickles, ketchup, mustard

  • Just Chicken Burger

– 9 spice buttermilk chicken thigh, lettuce, mayo

  • Vegan Burger

– Moving mountains patty, cheese, pickles, ketchup, mustard

Vietnamese food

OPENING HOURS:

Kargo MKT

Monday – Wednesday: 9am* – 9pm
Thursday – Saturday: 9am* – 1am
Sunday: 10am* – 9.30pm

*Food service starts at 12noon, however coffee and a limited food offer is available from 9am.

Kargo MKT – Future Food Star waterfront containers

The containers are based downstairs under the terrace.

Wednesday – Sunday 12noon – 9pm
Monday and Tuesday – closed

11 Central

17th Nov – 1st Dec:
Monday – Friday 12noon-12am
Saturday and Sunday 9am-12am

2nd Dec onwards:
9am-12am daily

A illustrative map of the mediacity site from a birds eye view
How to find us