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

We popped in to the eatery without reservation on a Friday night and it was packed. Fortunately, a table vacated just as we got there and just had to wait a while to get seated. Our food took quite a while to arrive as we were told later that they had a lot of diners arriving at the same time this night, but the pizzas definitely didn't disappoint. They must have a great recipe for their sourdough as the crust while thin, tasted perfect. We went on to try their burnt cheesecake for dessert and boy, I must say that this is a burnt cheesecake to die for. Bravo Bakehouse32!

had a really nice coffee and sausage sandwich for breakfast/brunch. very tasty and great portion size!! will definitely be back to try the bagels, donuts and pizzas which look amazing!

Amazing pizza! I went here yesterday, at 8:15 pm, and the staff were wide awake. They were really nice and funny. Our pizza was really fast to make, and it was delicious. You could definitely see how much effort the chefs put in to the food.

Fantastic spot! The coffee was excellent, and the bagel was absolutely delicious. I had the egg and vegan sausage bagel, which was packed with flavor, while my partner enjoyed the Reuben—both were fantastic. The prices were super reasonable, and the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly. A great place for a quality bite and a great coffee. Highly recommend!

This place is an amazing gem in Stretford… if you want something original… go, you won’t be disappointed. Beautifully cooked food with love, splendid drinks and friendly helpful staff. Rhubarb crumble to die for!!!!!

The food is absolutely amazing at Stretford Canteen. Dishes arrive when they're ready, but this means everything is made to perfection each time. We've been going for dinner for years and hope to for years to come. Easily my favourite restaurant in Manchester. Excited each time the menu changes to go and try the new dishes.

Lovely little restaurant with a lovely atmosphere and great service. Food is delicious! As you would expect with somewhere this good, it is definitely not cheap! My meal came to around £47. Would definitely go again for a special occasion. I'd recommend making a reservation as it's really busy even on a weeknight.

This place is an absolute gem , if you are in the old Trafford area you definitely want to pop in and you won't be disappointed. The customer service is excellent the owner is very attentive and makes sure your well looked after. He is very friendly I popped in one day to get jacket potatoes with cheese , beans and tuna and my husband loved it so much we came back the next day to dine in. The chef is also very friendly and makes the food fresh and brings it to the table. We also had delicious baklava.

A nice cozy place near Old Trafford Tram Station. Had Mediterranean Breakfast ( without Sausage as I don't eat meat) they were happy to swap the Sausage with hash browns. The bfast was nice and loved it. The coffee here is rightly priced. Will be a regular here.

Had the full English breakfast and a coffee before a United match. The owners were friendly and warm and the food was absolutely delicious and filling.

Amazing value for money and such a friendly place! Popped in on the way to work because I noticed that they sold coffee I ordered a cappuccino with a homemade cookie. For someone so used to the chain coffee shop experience and cost I was slightly taken back by the coffee costing just £2 and the cookie 75p!! I spoke to the staff and she said she makes the treats herself (also the cappuccino was made with an espresso machine). Both items tasted fresh and the coffee/cookie combo was especially nice! I found this so refreshing and I wish this place all the best because we to support more local businesses!

Amazing food, kept me full on less than a tenner which is really good value for money. Great portion sizes, right temperature, cooked correctly, very filling. Can't wait to try everything on the menu. Staff are very attentive and probably the best interaction I've had in the area, with them taking interest of their customers and care. The atmosphere is great. I love the shabby-chicness of the chairs being unique and different, gives a more chilled out vibe. You can choose a softer seat or a harder one, whatever your preference is. The local art is amazing, there's something for everyone, with another wall full of really great quotes to uplift you for sure. Can't wait to come again. I'll pop over for a victory break after my exam !!! 🙌🏽

Georgia is the perfect host for this happy place. Her specialty is serving young children, the elderly and everyone in between. I tried the vegan breakfast. They were out of butter substitute, so a staff member left to go and buy some! That is great service! Food great, scone beautifully made with love, Two cuppas with oat milk. An inclusive place to sit and watch Stretfordians walk by. Ran into my childhood bestie and her Mum. What a lovely sanctuary for the hungry. Thank you, Georgia.

What an excellent little Cafe in the centre of Stretford Precinct. Visited for the first time today with my wife loved it great food, lovely staff. A Community Hub lots of local people. Goes the extra mile supporting local Charities, Events. Whats not to love. We need more cafes like this. Highly Recommend 💖

What a lovely cafe. I've only recently come here it's nice great food, owners are very nice people, they have groups on in the week from making new friends to card making. My grandma comes very regularly loves it,

Heard the hype about blank street online and decided to try for myself. The store is located under the stairwell by Sephora which is very convenient and also quite cute. It was fairly busy but we were served very quickly. Staff did seem a bit disinterested and a bit too busy speaking to other members of staff however the drinks came out fairly quickly. The matcha was delicious and definitely worth it. Will be returning.

One of the best macchiatos I’ve ever had. The coffee blend is incredible, the prices are more than reasonable, and Kai is a nice guy. What more could you want?! Highly recommend!

The best coffee I’ve had! 10/10, would highly recommend. Kai is very friendly and gives great service!

Genuinely cannot fault the coffee. Have been a regular at Bisous for years now but can see myself moving. Great little spot too - works well with the dog walk. Always nice to see a new independent pop-up and thrive in Chorlton. Give the chai a try too - proper little festive blend!

One of the best coffee places in Manchester for sure with delicious cakes and biscuits covering food and personal and dietary needs like gluten free and dairy. All this and a very plesent and professional coffee barrister. Highly recommend

Great for grabbing a decent coffee before getting the tram in the morning. Good selection of pastries and cakes too.

Great little coffee shop ideally located near to the tram stop in Stretford, with some nice flavoured syrups, and snacks you can enjoy on the go or inside.

Very good coffee. Nice chocolate banana loaf. The young man serving was polite, friendly and efficient. And last but not least it was clean. I'm sick of going in coffee shops and cleaning my own table. No need to do that in Gigi's

This is a really lovely addition to Stretford. The Spanish lattes are great and they have a fab cake/ pastry selection. All of the staff are really friendly!

Came here based on recommendations and let me tell you, it didn't disappoint! Great coffee, awesome food - definitely try the sausage roll (it's to die for!) and great service with a smile! Super dog friendly too with a selection of natural dog treats for sale!

Nice walk to find a little known place that’s great for a break up the dog walk. Very dog friendly too. Serves puppacinos too.

I have a walk here at least once or twice a week. When the sun is out, it's a lovely 2.5mile walk for me each way. But also when the sun is out, it can be pretty busy. Especially at weekends when they do breakfast barms, although sometimes they do them during the week too, and during holidays. Always a nice atmosphere though. I'm actually sat there\here writing this review now, and it's busy with a full spectrum of visitors, and a few dogs. Be aware that if the weather isn't great, the walk can be pretty muddy though. Food is great as are the drinks, and although I've never tried them, apparently the sausage rolls are brilliant. Well worth the walk. Hidden next to the Mersey and only accessable by foot. Nice to look out at the various birds too around here. Occasionally u may even see the parakeets. Prices are very reasonable, and coffee is good too.

I’m very grateful for this lovely little place on my local walk. There is a lovely shaded area to sit and enjoy the wide range of drinks and snacks they have. There are toilets too. A great place to relax and read a book with a brew 😌

I really enjoyed my experience at the Tea Hive. The atmosphere was great, the food and coffee were really good, and the environment was surprisingly conducive to getting a lot of work done. The staff were friendly and really accommodating and I was even given a really lovely chai cake as a taster (as a really sweet gesture to a new customer). I would definitely recommend.

This place is perfect if you are looking for somewhere to eat a tasty lunch, there are lots of options including vegan food, alcoholic drinks, and cakes. The staff are also very lovely and welcoming.

I popped in here for a veggie breakfast and coffee. The breakfast was a decent offering and filling. The coffee was of a good quality and flavoursome. There were some great looking vegan cake options and the atmosphere was relaxed despite plenty of people coming and going.

Love coming to Cap Coffee. Thanks Kane for brilliant beverages and service. Top class. Looking forward to a cheese toastie next time !

Coffee is second to none! Great service, an amazing cheese toastie and a lovely range of sweet treats to go with your coffee would highly recommend.

Outstanding coffee, the best in Chorlton and maybe even Manchester, especially the batch brew. The owner is very friendly! Check the instagram account for updates on opening times etc.

What a little find! Pumpkin spice latte highly recommend, the coffee is top quality and the young lad who owns it is such a nice genuine Guy, I'll definitely be stopping agian when I pass by to help good local people out with their good small businesses,