Mother Truffler is a restaurant in Northern Quarter, Manchester. Rated 4.9 stars from 97 Google reviews. Known for truffle burger and owner presence & warmth. Best for burger cravings and quick takeaway.
Rankings updated August 2026
Mother Truffler
| Rating | 4.9★ |
| Reviews | 97 |
| Best for | Burger cravings |
Quick Verdict
Obsessively crafted truffle burgers and ice cream from a hands-on owner have made this takeaway the Northern Quarter's most consistently praised burger destination.
You want a truffle burger that resets your standards and don't mind eating standing up or at one of a few tables.
About Mother Truffler
Mother Truffler has earned its rank as the #3 hotspot in Northern Quarter through obsessive attention to burger craft and a distinctive truffle-forward identity. Every review praises the signature Truffle Royale—described as impossibly juicy with a soft bun and generous creamy sauce layered with truffle—alongside standout sides like Mac and Cheese and Spicy Chicken Bites. The truffle honey ice cream has converted sceptics into believers. Owner Yusuf's visible presence and warmth set the tone: reviewers consistently note his kindness and work ethic, creating an atmosphere where food quality and genuine hospitality reinforce each other. The venue operates primarily as a takeaway with a few tables, suiting quick, craveable meals rather than lingering service. Across 97 reviews at 4.9 stars, the consistency of praise for meat quality, sauce balance, and truffle execution—without the dilution seen in some zone competitors—positions this as the sharpest burger destination in the neighbourhood.
What Stands Out
Truffle Burger
Multiple reviewers highlight the Truffle Royale as juicy, rich, with perfectly balanced sauces and generous truffle that doesn't overwhelm—one called it a burger that 'deserves its own fan club'.
Owner Presence & Warmth
Reviewers repeatedly note Yusuf's kindness, hard work, and visibility—described as 'the nicest bloke ever' and 'an amazing guy, very kind and hard working'.
Signature Sides & Dessert
Mac and Cheese rated 'elite', Spicy Chicken Bites called 'unreal', and Truffle Honey Ice Cream praised as 'absolutely unreal' and a revelation even to burger sceptics.
Practical Information
Contact
43 Tib St, Manchester M4 1LX, United Kingdom
Visit WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions about Mother Truffler
It's primarily a takeaway with a few tables—ideal for quick, craveable meals rather than lingering. Most reviewers treat it as a grab-and-go or standing-room experience, though seating is available.
The Truffle Royale burger: juicy beef, soft bun, creamy sauce, and generous truffle. Reviewers consistently call it life-changing. Pair it with the Truffle Honey Ice Cream for the full experience.
No. Reviewers praise the balance—truffle is generous and present but never overwhelming. One convert noted it's 'rich, generous, fresh meat, perfectly balanced sauces and truffle that you feel without it being overwhelming.'
The Spicy Chicken Bites are highly rated as 'unreal'. One reviewer got both the Truffle Royale and chicken bites and praised both equally.
Owner Yusuf is visibly present and hands-on. Reviewers consistently highlight his kindness, work ethic, and genuine warmth as part of the Mother Truffler experience.
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