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

Brilliant little coffee place with great strong bodied coffee and very good cakes. The decorations inside are very quaint and thoughtful.

Small place in close quarters with other diners, making it quite noisy. Plenty of seating on the ground floor with more downstairs. The decor creates an ambiance with a cosy atmosphere. Staff very friendly, smiley and happy to help with great table service. About a 30 minute wait for the food. I got the Barbeque Boston Butt (Special) - pulled pork, chorizo, melted cheese on toasted sourdough bread with a side of salad, coleslaw and crisps. A handful of crisps on the side. Small, standard salad with a drizzle of dressing and a smattering of coleslaw. The main focus is clearly the ‘Butt', which tasted great! The pork was well flavoured with the bbq sauce and the cheese well melted. The chorizo was a good addition flavour-wise, but meant that the toppings all easily slid off the toasted sourdough. I also had a cup of tea and cake. The tea was very good, a decent sized cup and a Speculoos biscuit on the side. The carrot cake was very moist, well spiced and full of walnuts. A light, creamy, very complimentary icing, topped with more walnuts. Though I did find the cake fell apart a little too easily, so I had to chase a lot of it around my plate. Overall, a very good place for a tasty lunch.

Popped in for an impromptu lunch on a Friday in June 2024. I had heard great things about the variety of vegan cakes on offer, so thought we'd try it as we were passing. Unfortunately, as was explained to us, because we were late the vegan cakes had sold out😒 But, whilst there wasn't anything explicitly vegan on the menu, they could adapt some of the items for us. So we had a gorgeous toasted salad styled baguette with balsamic glaze with side salad. The staff were extremely friendly & welcoming &, as stated, were very willing to adjust food options to our dietary requirements. The café is nicely decorated out in a relaxed tredy style & it is also larger than you first think as there is sitting both above & below the ground floor that you walk into off the high street. Take aways are possible, & certainly many took cakes away with them in cardboard boxes. The atmosphere is friendly & relaxed, it has WiFi should you need to have a working lunch, etc. It is a highly recommended place to pop into whether eating in or take away.

Wow! I’ve been coming to Mama J’s for the past year or two to enjoy the odd cup of coffee but today I decided to go for lunch and try some of the food out. Firstly, I discovered a new part of the cafe which has recently been renovated at the back of the building in a small courtyard but very well furnished. The space is beautiful and very peaceful. The food was impeccable and the quality of the ingredients was very impressive. I ordered a BOB from the special menu and it was to die for. Value for money and I would definitely have food there again. If I could give 6 stars I would. Thank you :)

We had a lovely afternoon tea to celebrate my in-laws 80th birthday. Food was delicious and amazing value for money. Will and the staff were so accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. They even sang happy birthday and made the bday boy feel so special. Definitely 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.

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!

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.

The Hamlet is a brilliant place! The trainees/team are fantastic and take such pride in their work! Food and drink from the cafe are always brilliant and Served with a smile! The Woodland shop is always full of goodies! Definitely worth a trip x

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.

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!

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.

A wonderful place to gather with friends. The cocktails are all so good and surprisingly delightful. The fried chicken and food are also very delicious. The owner and the staffs of Memories Cafe's Bar were so nice and polite too. He also gave us some advice on choosing our favorite drinks. We will definitely come back again.

Lovely family run business!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Amazing drinks The CLEANIEST CAFE in Ashton!! Should be proud!!!

Coffee and food are lovely, staff are very friendly and so nice inside

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.

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.

What can I say! I’ve been coming daily to Kickback for my morning coffee for over three years. The coffee is excellent, that’s a given. It’s meeting Saskia, Harvey, Toby and Chris that makes me want to go daily. They make a great team - everyone is made to feel welcome and special. They work incredibly hard and are a credit to the wider Kickback team. If I could give 6 stars I would!

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 😊

Cosy little cafe with fantastic customer service! Would highly recommend to try the home made apple pie, delicious!

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.

Django Top lines; great and consistent coffee, good value and great ethos plus always good communication and service. I've been drinking the coffee beans from django coffee for a few years now and I have to say it is probably the most consistent coffee I buy, always very good. These guys give great quality, transparency and service. Also, should you need it great communication and service. This Ethiopian natural is emblematic of the quality of their coffee, light medium roasts beautiful funky sweet coffee. I highly recommend trying them and doubt you'll regret it.

I have used Django Coffee Co increasingly frequently since I first discovered them 6 or so years ago. The quality of their coffee is always very good and in many cases outstanding, helped enormously by freshly roasted coffee beans being dispatched to me via tracked post in typically less than a week from date of roasting. I have gone from buying 1-2 x 250g bags at a time to buying (for the past 3 years), 1 kg bags of beans at a time. I prefer to grind the beans at home and brew them in my cafetiere, adjusting the quantity and therefore strength, to suit my taste. Their commitment to sustainability is admirable as is their first rate service.

Can't recommend Django coffee enough! 10/10 for service, packaging and most importantly taste. We were stuck in a rut with basic coffee beans and have fallen in love with our weekend coffees again thanks to Django coffee. We are so pleased to have discovered this service where we have amazing beans delivered to our door every 2 weeks and look forward to trying all the different flavours! It's even better to know the beans are lovingly roasted in Manchester our old home town. Will never go back to boring beans again! Thanks Django!

Fantastic coffee. I've been using Django coffee for months now & don't think I've had a bad cup from any bag. Delivery is very fast & packed well, customer service is brilliant & they go above & beyond to make sure you're happy. Can't praise Django enough & recommend them often to friends I know that brew at home. Thank you very much to all at Django :)

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.

I love this cafe for catching up with friends! They always have really good cake, it’s a lovely friendly atmosphere and we can take the dogs in with us. The evening events they do are really good too!

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

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

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.

Great friendly coffee shop excellent choice of food and superb cakes Yaz the owner is lovely friendly funny and makes you very welcome try it you will not be disappointed

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