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

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 💖

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.

Great food, great service. Bigger menu than expected in a small cafe - but all fresh and delish!

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!!!

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.

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

Amazing at Sarah’s been going for my lunch most days the soup is amazing !

Our family stopped my the cafe for breakfast this morning while visiting the area and despite being hard to locate in Hale, it’s definitely the hidden gem of the town. The food quality was superb. Simple but very delightful for unbelievably fair and modest prices, the menu offered such a wide range of delicious dishes to try out also accompanied by plenty of refreshing beverage options. Staff was super friendly and presented a very positive attitude that just simply couldn’t help but raise the mood levels! The ambiance of the environment made our experience really enjoyable too. I would definitely come here again and recommend it to anyone visiting the town!

I have not been to this cafe under the new management. I was pleasantly impressed. The food was delicious. The service second to none. Not one to miss. I will certainly be returning. Thank you Sarah 😊

Using Sarah’s kitchen for some time on a regular basis and always good food, good service and lovely surroundings. Always a pleasure

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!

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 :)

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

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!

A highlight of Altrincham. Top quality speciality coffee, flat whites are delicious if a little hot. Great selection of cakes, friendly staff, and modern decor.

Another Coffee Shop, a little away from the centre, but worth a visit. The flat white wasn't too hot and the coffee tasted interesting, certainly not bland or dull. The staff were very friendly and quite chatty as it wasn't too busy. I didn't explore but sat in the window watching the little world of Altrincham go by. I'll definitely walk a little further than the centre to have my coffee there again.

Two brothers went to Two Brothers for lunch, the two brothers were very happy with their lunch from Two Brothers. The two brothers also enjoyed their Two Brothers hot drinks. (I imagine that will trigger an algorithm for a fake review, but it's very much a true story). Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, nice food, great hot drinks, reasonable priced.

Came for daughters breakfast brunch and didn't disappoint. Called ahead to book a table for four. We were seated as soon as we arrived. You order at the till, then drinks and food are served to you. Gingerbread Latte was perfect, as was the rest of the food, breakfast wrap, full Englishes, nuttella waffles, all were piping hot!! Our third visit here, we're not local, but love it. It is only a small place, so would definitely reserve a spot beforehand.

A lovely cafe with amazing food, and gorgeous decor for autumn! Absolutely love the vibes in here, and the music selection is 👌🏻 if you’re looking for a cute cozy cafe that is not too loud so you can get some work done, have a chat with friends or just spend some quality time with family, I would HIGHLY recommend this place. The menu looks very delicious and after this lovely full English, I can’t wait to try some of their sandwiches! All items are reasonably priced, and they have a selection of cakes and pastries as well. My hunt for a quiet cafe is officially over and I’ll definitely be back!!

Nice little place for breakkie. Their waffle stack is excellent - bacon, fried chicken, waffle with syrup.

Outstanding food and service to match. Spicy Prawn and Chorizo was bloody amazing. And my girlfriend said her chicken and pesto hummus was a "taste explosion", proper lit up after the first bite. Also I was recommended the Hugo Spritz from Justin the owner and it was exactly what I was looking for. First visit here for my girlfriend's birthday but it won't be our last.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this lovely establishment, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! From the moment I walked in, the service was outstanding. The staff was incredibly attentive, ensuring that my experience was nothing short of perfect. The coffee was fabulous—rich and flavorful, just the way I like it. But what truly stole the show was the food! Not only was it delicious, but I was thrilled to find gluten-free options available, making it easy for everyone to enjoy a meal. The ambiance of the place is gorgeous, with a warm and welcoming vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer. Despite being busy on a weekday lunch, the energy only added to the charm. It’s no surprise that it’s a popular spot! Overall, I had a fantastic experience and can’t wait to return. If you’re looking for great service, fantastic coffee, and delicious food in a beautiful setting, make sure to check this place out!

The food was great, staff were lovely and the atmosphere was very calm and relaxing. Went for brunch with a friend and had a lovely time here. Did not manage to catch the staff’s name (might have been the owner) but he was very friendly and made us feel welcome. He gave us the tea on the house and overall provided a wonderful service. Definitely recommend!

Amazing atmosphere, very well made cocktails. You can see the owner has spared no expense on ingredients for drinks or food. Shout out to Justin and the lovely lady hosting 👏🏽👏🏽 10/10 would recommend, especially with friends. Music was top, very fitting for the type of place x

Good food and cake selection. Bacon butties are great, and there's good gluten free options. Service speed is a little relaxed so if you're in a rush, this might not be the best but it's absolutely fine for a chill afternoon cuppa

Lovely little Tearooms tucked away in the Cheshire Countryside a hidden secret, local to our beautiful Dunham Park. Great for walks. Excellent food made from local produce. Catered for Vegetarians. Great staff Cathy was so helpful. Lovely atmosphere so quaint a most enjoyable afternoon. Would definitely go again

We had a great time, the venue was very nice. My grandchildren and adults enjoyed it. Father Christmas and his helpers were fabulous. Father Christmas chatted nicely with my 4 grandchildren and was very aware of their ages and what would interest them. We all loved the Father Christmas sitting room, it was so cosy that we would have stayed a LOT longer! We only had marshmallows and drinks, but it was great. The kiddies loved toasting them on the fire. I hope that we can go next year. Thank you We took many pics, but I cannot seem to find them to post, but the pic is of my 4 grandchildren enjoying their gifts and looking forward to a carvery to finish the day off!

Booked breakfast with Father Christmas for my two children & four adults. Just want to thank Dunham Barn for such a magical experience. The food was fantastic. Not to mention the amazing Father Christmas, who had all the adults in stitches laughing. Something for the adults & the children. My youngest daughter has additional needs, and I’ve never felt so welcome and safe taking her somewhere to eat and sit down. She wasn’t overwhelmed or overstimulated. I really appreciate the special experience we had today. Especially all the staff, lovely people.

The Korean chicken sandwich is absolutely amazing! Best sandwich I have ever had!🤩

My friend and I went for breakfast and the whole experience was lovely. I had the vegan breakfast and I'm a big eater but I couldn't finish it which is a massive thumbs up from me. My friend had a version of what I remember Welsh rarebit used to be, they said it was amazing. The person that served us, Lilly was so lovely, very attentive and not just to us but everyone else. If want somewhere to go in altrincham for good and great staff this is your place. Also they're dog friendly. So much so they have special sausages for them.

If you haven’t tried this place yet, do it ASAP! They have extensive and creative menus with all healthy and fresh options! They had my favourite American ones too! The pulled beef brisket with egg was absolutely yummy! Very friendly staff and amazing service! Absolutely recommended!

Lovely people with good service. Tasty food. Good drinks. #RecommendedbySollyDj As the only non white person in this whole restaurant.. I felt a bit weird going here but I was glad the staff were lovely. I liked the fresh orange juice. The food was well presented and tasty. Would definitely go back. Parking on the road outside the market area is payable but limited to 2 hours in certain areas.

Busy brunch on a Wednesday morning. Food was great value and really tasty! Was perhaps a little understaffed on front of house, but the food wait time was as expected for a packed restaurant and the wait was worth it

Came for breakfast this morning on a whim because I was visiting Altrincham and was thoroughly impressed, food was first class and my friend said the mushrooms where the best she had ever eaten but everything was so good! All the staff were pleasant and happy to help ,the atmosphere was relax . I was impressed by everything but especially the decaf latte which was the very best. Will be back to experience more of the menu and those beautiful looking cakes that were tempting me

Excellent choice for a vegan lunch. Waitress very friendly and helpful and recommended The Longford sandwich. It was busy however we waited only 15 minutes before being served by our lovely waitress. I wasn't expecting my sandwich to be so impressive as I'm often disappointed with vegan food eating out. The Longford is a sandwich with Houmous, Roasted Aubergine, Spiced Tomato Chutney & Organic Leaf on Sourdough. This was a generous portion and the Houmous was the tastiest I've had. Parsley freshened the pallet and the chutney was a perfect addition to the Houmous. I enjoyed every mouthful. It was a delight to have a well presented vegan option. Highly recommend this and at £11 felt it was good value for the portion size and quality. I would definitely visit again. Thank you to the staff and cooks! Photo has sandwich with 1 bite taken by me.