A veritable Manchester institution, LEAF is an absolute must-visit for anyone with a creative bone in their body. A bistro slash cafe slash venue slash whatever the hell it wants to be, this Portland Street icon has long been a favourite haunt for artists to meet up and discuss ideas, collaborations and all the like. We prefer to turn up on our lonesome and drink an excellent coffee while reading a good book, which is absolutely fine as well. The Full English is particularly satisfying.