The Best Cafes in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (2025)

Great food, love the fried chicken very much, it goes perfect with honey & mustard sauce :) Sandwich is another must order items, everything is perfect here ^^

The Crispy Korean chicken is my favourite dish here, sandwich and Bubble tea are also lovely, you should try them if you come to here. Service is great and the boss is very friendly, will come again.

This place has a great atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. The food is beautifully crafted, with every dish showing the chef’s care and creativity. I love letting the bartender pick a cocktail for me—it’s always a delightful surprise. Highly recommend!

This cafe is a hidden gem with a charming and peaceful outbuilding behind it, where you can enjoy a warm fireplace and a scrumptious cheese cake. The place is festive and cozy, adorned with lovely Christmas decorations. I highly recommend it!

Staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The food is amazing, presented beautifully and they even brought us a sample of the freshly made soup which is all home made. I had the large toastie, and my mother had the afternoon tea platter. Do give it a try if you're looking for a nice afternoon lunch.

My mum and I had afternoon tea for 2 people in the lodge area behind the cafe, it was really scenic, warm and cosy, we felt very comfortable and the staff were very welcoming and made you feel as if you were a regular despite it being our first time there. The afternoon tea consisted of a big pot of tea, a sandwich of choice (which was delicious, we had the ham and the egg mayo), salad, lovely crisps and a homemade scone with jam and butter. The scones were served warm and fresh, I couldn't say which was my favorite part as everything was superb. Will definitely come again, it was worth the price!

Very nice little cafe on Wigan Lane, we both had toasties. Cheese, ham and tomato, and a bacon melt. Good, quality thick bread with a good amount of filling. The toastie comes with slaw, salad and crisps, I think they were about £12. Lovely, friendly staff and it got busy very quickly! We didn't book but others had, so I'd recommend booking to avoid disappointment. I'm definitely returning soon!

YOU HAVE TO GO HERE!!!!!! Literally the best place to eat in Altrincham for lunch/afternoon tea. The food is to die for & really reasonably priced. Only a tiny cafe but simply great. The owner even bakes cakes for dog's birthdays. I wouldn't visit anywhere else 💖

Firstly I would like to say a huge thank you to Andy for providing and delivering a wonderful afternoon tea for my Aunts 90th Birthday. All the family were absolutely blown away at the amazing choice of delicious homemade sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones. They were absolutely irresistible and made to a very high standard and quality. There was so much choice and variety. It truly made a very special occasion absolutely perfect. I can absolutely guarantee that anyone ordering afternoon tea will be amazed and will not be disappointed! Thank you again for your fantastic support and providing a first class service. Diane 😊

Lovely place, very cosy, warm and quiet. The gentleman that served us was very friendly, welcoming and attentive. Amazing food and service. Tryed to different dishes and dessert. All food with great presentation, well cooked and delicious. The bacon was properly cooked and crispy. I had the pleasure of eating a particular pastry from my country "pastel de nata". I really recommend the place. Prices are ok. Not expensive. Very positive experience!! Thank you so much!!!

Stopped for afternoon tea on a Saturday. The food was really nice! cakes were great. Served by a really nice guy and made to feel very welcome. Highly recommend.

Went here with my mrs for breakfast on her birthday and it was amazing! Pancakes had a really nice cinnamon hint to them and the stroopwaffels🤤 wish I lived closer I’d have it every morning.

Had a lovely time here today, the staff were very pleasant and handled being extremely busy after opening well. Keeping myself and other customers updated on when their beautiful pancakes were to be served. I had them with Strawberries, banana & Kinder Bueno… very tasty. Anyone passing through Altrincham/Goose Green with a sweet tooth would be well advised to pay a visit.

Such a unique café, we're very lucky to have this place in Altrincham. The warm, cosy and welcoming interior makes you feel like you're in your own little world and there's a great menu on offer, the stroopwafle is a particular favourite of mine. All the staff are a cracking bunch of people who always sort me out good and proper, long live Papa Dutch ❤️🇳🇱

Harvey, Chris, Saskia and Toby and the gang like Alex from Sale are amazing! Fantastic customer service, excellent coffee and tasty cakes! Regulars are remembered and it's just a lovely experience. The coffee is such a treat too 😊

Been visiting Altrincham store for a while now, absolutely rate the coffee 10/10 it’s always spot on, especially recommend their oat milk mocha! Love the coffee so much I even buy the beans for at home now! The aesthetic is really cool and always a lovely vibe. Staff are all really friendly and welcoming.

Discovered this charming coffee spot while strolling by the canal, and I'm thrilled I decided to drop in for a coffee. Right away, I was greeted with positive energy, a relaxed ambiance, and fantastic music playing. Friendly staff, full of great banter, and they always wear welcoming smiles. Plus, the coffee here is absolutely excellent! I wholeheartedly suggest paying a visit.

Really picky about my coffee blend and kick back has the best. So much nicer than the standard coffee chains. Everyone in there is so chill and friendly, they definitely know how to treat & welcome customers to feel like friends over time. Also the best gooey brownies & cinnamon pastries! They know our orders by heart now :)

Really lovely tearooms with a warm welcome & service with a smile. Highly recommended! Our dog Lola loved her sausage treat too!

We treated ourselves to afternoon tea at home from Mabel's for my son's 21st birthday family get-together.Mandy sorted out the order in advance,clear pricing,menu and requirements,then turned up on the day with the food and set up the cake stands for our meal.The food was excellent (and plenty of it!) and everyone enjoyed being treated.Would certainly recommend and am looking forward to popping into the cafe itself at some point

My friend and I nipped in for a cuppa- I decided on Pukka Berry Tea that came served in a jazzy pot. A cute and comfy little café.

Having not lived in Altrincham for 20 years, I didn’t really know where to start with arranging a baby shower for my childhood best friend, but from the moment I spoke to Leeanne I knew it was going to be perfect. She went out of her way to help me organise the perfect afternoon tea from 100 miles away, responding to messages at all hours, taking in deliveries of decorations & games & catering for all our individual dietary requirements & preferences. All the food was delicious & the attention to detail was amazing, including the beautiful favours made by Leeanne’s mum. We all thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Thank you!! Anyone looking for a venue for a babyshower, hen do or special birthday party will not find a better place or host I guarantee.

Had a lovely time with my sister here. Great service and atmosphere!

Lovely shake and coffee but the Victoria sponge cake was a bit dry. Good to try though. Might try their other cakes/pastry next time.

The Hamlet is a lovely place to visit, the service provided by the trainees and the staff in the Nest cafe is amazing, as is the food and the hot drinks. Everyone is so kind and friendly and offer such a warm welcome. I can’t recommend highly enough.

An amazing little place that definitely puts a smile on your face. The setting is lovely, staff are warm and welcoming and the young people that are supported to work there and just incredible. You will definitely leave with a smile on your face 😊

A wonderful, inclusive community space that provides many opportunities for young adults with additional needs. The cafe is innovative in its approach to supporting the young people in a work setting, whilst offering a lovely social experience for its customers.

Amazing little cafe, fab prices and excellent coffee. Perfect after a little dog walk around the lake - Service with a smile 😊 the young adults are extremely helpful and want to make your experience special. I’ll definitely be returning and may even treat myself to a slice of cake 🍰.

We had a lovely evening in Capuchin. It was our first time here. We met Rosie when we first went in and she made us feel so welcome. Corey and Emily are a great team here. Corey hosted us mostly on this occasion and it was just perfect. The atmosphere is warm. It was a Friday evening and the place was filled with happy hum of chatter. We can’t wait to go back, we’d such a lovely evening and met some really lovely people :)

Perfect little coffee stop for lunch & a quick caffeine hit! In the outskirts of the city for the day, I only had a short hour to find somewhere to eat & drink - Capuchin was the perfect little location! I initially walked past the door the first time, looking inside but being informed to go someplace else (close-by) which was supposedly the place to go... It was meant to be though because this location was being re-furbished & therefore, I came back here & was glad I did. The food was delicious & the coffee even better! I was served quickly with a friendly smile & the food didn't take too long to come out either. I can't remember how much it all came to but it wasn't a bad price & something totally expected for a good quality brunch & coffee. Would return & recommend a lot in what seems to be a competitive little corner (street). Well done guys!

I popped in for the first time on Saturday afternoon as I was early for a hair appointment. What a lovely little spot! I only ordered a pot of Earl Grey tea, but the service was warm and friendly with the tea piping hot. When I needed it transferred into a take out cup, they were happy to oblige. When in the village next, I will definitely stop by for its unpretentious and welcoming.

Really nice quiet and quirky little cafe serving freshly made sandwiches toasties and light food. Loved the cosy atmosphere too!

A lovely little cafe in Ashton facing the car park. We dropped on this lovely little cafe whilst shopping with my daughter. The cakes are gorgeous and the coffee was lovely, friendly and welcoming owner and her food looked and smelt amazing 🤩 will definitely be returning to taste test some of her food

A fantastic little sandwich shop with a really cosy atmosphere and friendly owner. The drinks and food are superb (the cakes are to die for) with some great offers and weekly specials like the Yorkshire pudding wraps. Highly recommended.

A brilliant little coffee shop serving excellent coffee, breakfast and lunches. Really friendly owner and the place is spotless. It also has a 5* food hygiene rating. The food she serves is really good quality and always fresh and made to order. If you’re in and around Ashton, pay her a visit. You won’t be disappointed

Lovely food, cakes and drinks! Also the friendliest owner who’s very welcoming. Definitely recommend !!