Welcome To

Expo
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Lounge

Opening Times

Sunday - Thursday 9am - 10pm
Friday & Saturday 9am - 11pm
We'll be open business as usual over the bank holidays, so pop on in for a lazy brunch, family meet-up or a few evening cocktails!
Expo Lounge is a vibrant cafe with striking blue tiles, red trim, and large windows. Colorful outdoor seating and potted plants line the sidewalk, with a person enjoying the lively Expo atmosphere amid nearby buildings and trees.
A cozy café with people enjoying food and conversation at colorful tables; large windows let in daylight, and ornate chandeliers hang from the ceiling. Expo-inspired paintings decorate the red walls, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.
People are dining and talking inside a cozy, warmly lit restaurant, reminiscent of an Expo gathering, with chandeliers, red walls, decorative lamps, and framed art. The inviting atmosphere features several tables occupied by guests.
A cozy café interior, perfect for an Expo meetup, features colorful plush stools, patterned armchairs, a wooden table, and a green sofa set against large red-framed windows with daylight streaming in and a lively street view outside.
People are dining in a cozy, colorful restaurant with floral wallpaper, vintage chandeliers, and mismatched wooden tables and chairs, creating an atmosphere as lively and welcoming as an Expo. Framed art adorns the walls.
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Our Lounge

Expo Lounge is on a great little corner site in the heart of Didsbury. We’ve a lovely terrace and big windows (which open right up) running right along the front, perfect for people watching on Wilmslow Road.

We serve a great range of food and drinks (including full kids, gluten-free and vegan menus) in a really relaxed, welcoming, light and airy space. We were once an old furniture shop, and we’re proud to continue that tradition by having plenty of vintage pieces in our Lounge!

Deals

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Cheeky Mondays

Order any burger, main or salad and get a 175ml glass of house wine, pint of Cruzcampo, soft drink or a pudding on the house. Available from 5pm.
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Tapas Tuesday

Enjoy three tapas and a glass of wine, a pint of Cruzcampo or a soft drink for just £14.50 from 5pm every Tuesday.
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Lounge Cocktail Club

Twice as nice! Get two of the same cocktail for £13.50. Available every day, 5pm 'til close.
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Lunch Deal

A mug of soup and half a Grilled Cheese Toastie for just £7.50. Available Monday – Friday, 12pm to 5pm.
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Your Adventure Starts Here

Grab Your Lounge Passport Now

Welcome to your newest way to love Lounging. Pick up your Lounge Passport, collect unique stickers at each site and earn sweet prizes as you go!

Prizes include everything from complimentary tapas to a bottle of bubbly to enjoy on your next visit. Each milestone means better rewards, so get collecting today.

The more you Lounge, the sweeter the perks!

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Home From Home

Expo Lounge is to be enjoyed by the whole community; families, friends, couples and kids. We’re open all day, every day – pop in and say hi! We're always asked about the name meanings behind our Lounges. Expo is Italian for exhibition, and Didsbury once hosted the Art Treasures Exhibition of 1857, which displayed over 16,000 artworks and attracted over 1.3 million visitors.

Opening Times

Sunday - Thursday 9am - 10pm
Friday & Saturday 9am - 11pm

Community Board

Pastel-colored graphic featuring the text "Lounge’s Epic Easter Egg Hunt!" Each letter in "EASTER" appears on a separate colored square. Whimsical doodles and a dashed, looping path highlight the playful Lounge celebration.

What's On Post

Lounge’s Epic Easter Egg Hunt

Ten eggs, ten prizes, all around your local area! From free desserts to an extra-special prize in the golden egg, it’s going to be a great hunt. Head to our socials to get involved.

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Spring/Summer 2026 Menu

Our fresh menu has landed right in time for spring! From mezze bowls to sunny sips, check out what we’ve got in store…

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Join The Lounge Library

We’re working with the National Literacy Trust to support the National Year of Reading, bringing reading into your everyday life.

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Finding us

Walk ins & reservations

At Lounge, we like to keep things laid-back. Most of the time, you can just walk in, settle down, and we'll take care of the rest. No fuss.

If you're planning something special or coming with a group of 6 or more, send an enquiry by clicking group bookings at the top of the page.

Location services and facilities

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Our Favourites

Halloumi Burger

Enjoy crispy-crumbed halloumi, sweet potato fritter, chipotle mayo, roasted peppers, pickled red onion, chilli jam and lettuce packed into a brioche bun!

Our burgers are served in with house slaw and fries or salad. You can also upgrade to sweet potato fries and add onion rings!

Our Favourites

Mezze Bowls

They’re a-mezze-ing!

Sesame hummus, ezme tomato salsa, pickled red cabbage, carrot, red onion & cucumber salad, green chilli sauce, golden giant couscous and mint, served with your choice of:

Chicken Shwarma

Lamb Kofte

Grilled Halloumi

Falafel

Our Favourites

White Orchid

Don’t be fooled by the florals, this baby still has attitude. El Jimador Tequila with sweet lychee and elderflower, lifted by crisp lemon and a fresh apple finish. Effortlessly cool

This cocktail was created by Conor at Otto Lounge, who won our Cocktail Bust Off competition!

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