There's lots of choice when it comes to good coffee in Manchester, with dedicated coffee roasters and proficient baristas plying their wares on every other corner. Deciding which one to try can be an exhausting task, but that's what we're here for. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur, a lover of cosy corners, or in search of the perfect brunch spot, our guide to the best cafés in Manchester has something for everyone. From trendy, minimalist coffee houses to charming, book-lined nooks, this guide will take you through Manchester's best coffee shops. Conveniently, it also makes for quality reading over a nice cup of coffee.
The best cafés in Manchester
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Where to go for coffee in Manchester
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1200 Degrees Work-friendly café in Manchester city centre
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2All The Shapes Popular local café in Prestwich
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3The Koffee Pot Traditional British café-cum-diner
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4Foundation Coffee House Industrial-style cafés serving food and drinks
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5Another Heart To Feed Aussie café in the centre of Manchester
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6Ezra & Gil Beloved breakfast and brunch cafés
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7Ancoats Coffee Co. Manchester's own coffee roasters
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8Federal Coffee in the land down under
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9Bold Street Coffee From Liverpool to Manchester
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10Fig + Sparrow Classic coffee shop in the Northern Quarter
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11Sugar Junction Peak cosiness
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12Idle Hands Can't go wrong with coffee and pie
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13Café Sanjuan Authentic Colombian coffee
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14Grindsmith Trendy Manchester café with striking interior
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15Chapter One Books Curl up with a good book
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16Pot Kettle Black Among Manchester's top brunch cafés
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17Siop Shop Nip in for a doughnut or two
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18Feel Good Club Good vibes only
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Where to go for coffee in Manchester
Manchester's best cafés and coffee shops
Work-friendly café in Manchester city centre
Established in Nottingham in 2012, 200 Degrees has expanded nationwide, spreading its dedication to artisanal coffee. They roast their beans at a lower-than-usual 200 degrees for a richer taste and operate barista schools offering courses for all abilities. Their Manchester coffee shop is a good spot to get some work done as it features free Wi-Fi and a bookable meeting room, as well as serving fresh food and speciality coffee throughout the day.
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75 Mosley St, Manchester City Centre
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200 Degrees Coffee Shop & Barista School Mosley Street
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Popular local café in Prestwich
Spread over two floors, All The Shapes in Prestwich is a modern café and bar featuring a stylish interior and extensive outdoor seating. The kitchen offers a seasonal brunch menu, including dishes like spring eggs and signature breakfast tacos, alongside hot drinks, cocktails, and other beverages. During weekend evenings, the venue stays open late and frequently features DJs, establishing it as a favoured local spot.
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8 Warwick St, Prestwich
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All The Shapes
016-179 855 55 - Read more on Thatsup
Traditional British café-cum-diner
The Koffee Pot, a beloved café in Manchester, is appreciated for its quintessential British charm and impressive breakfast and brunch offerings, featuring both traditional and innovative dishes like full English breakfasts and vegan options. The café interior exudes a retro flair with colourful leather booths and art-adorned walls, making it a vibrant gathering spot for both locals and visitors.
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84-86 Oldham St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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The Koffee Pot
016-123 689 18 - Read more on Thatsup
Industrial-style cafés serving food and drinks
Foundation Coffee House operates several locations across Manchester, all designed with a bright and contemporary industrial style. These cafés are great for enjoying a coffee paired with a cake or brownie, or indulging in more substantial breakfast and brunch options. They also cater to a variety of events. The menu features light fare such as granola and porridge, alongside sandwiches, fry-ups, and toast topped with choices like avocado, mushrooms, or eggs.
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21 Aspin Ln 48-50 Whitworth St, Manchester City Centre Lever Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter 11 Portland Street, Manchester City Centre 247 Chapel St, Salford 125 Deansgate, Manchester City CentreFoundation Coffee House Meadowside
21 Aspin LnFoundation Coffee House Whitworth Street
48-50 Whitworth St, Manchester City CentreFoundation Coffee House Northern Quarter
Lever Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterFoundation Coffee House Portland Street
11 Portland Street, Manchester City CentreFoundation Coffee House Chapel Street
247 Chapel St, SalfordFoundation Coffee House Deansgate
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fdncoffee.comFoundation Coffee House Portland Street
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Foundation Coffee House Meadowside Foundation Coffee House Whitworth Street Foundation Coffee House Northern Quarter Foundation Coffee House Portland Street Foundation Coffee House Chapel Street Foundation Coffee House Deansgate
Aussie café in the centre of Manchester
Another Heart To Feed is a lively café with an Australian influence, offering a relaxed brunch setting by day and turning into a dynamic drinks spot by night. During the day, it serves brunch classics such as avocado toast and chilli scrambled eggs, complemented by both hot drinks and alcoholic cocktails. In the evening, it becomes a top venue for enjoying a glass of wine with charcuterie and assorted small plates.
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10 Hilton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Beloved breakfast and brunch cafés
Ezra & Gil is a popular breakfast and brunch destination in Manchester, offering an extensive all-day menu. You can enjoy everything from traditional brunch items like eggs Benedict, pancakes, and fry-ups to global delights including pasta, salads, and poke bowls at this café, and cocktails are also on hand to complement the meal. The contemporary industrial cafés also let you stock up with groceries and artisanal products.
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20 Hilton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter 49 Peter St, Manchester City CentreEzra & Gil Hilton Street
20 Hilton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterEzra & Gil Peter Street
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Manchester's own coffee roasters
Ancoats Coffee Co. is an artisan coffee roastery in Manchester dedicated to delivering high quality coffee for both home brewing and immediate consumption. Drop by their cafés to try their speciality coffees in a welcoming, community-focused setting. The Ancoats branch regularly hosts cuppings, workshops, and other fun, informative events, whilst the Piccadilly coffee shop offers a work-friendly space for ticking off your to-do list.
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17 Redhill St, Ancoats, Ancoats 111 Piccadilly, Manchester City CentreAncoats Coffee Co. Ancoats
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Coffee in the land down under
Self-styled masters of Antipodean brunch Federal run several outlets across Manchester, offering a menu laden with brunch staples like smashed avocado on sourdough, French toast, and Turkish eggs. A selection of speciality coffees and cocktails are also available. These cafés are warm and inviting, with lush foliage and decor, and even stock Tim Tams and other Australian treats.
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9 Nicholas Croft, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter 194 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre/Spinningfields Circle Square, Oxford Rd, Manchester City Centre Altrincham Market, Greenwood StFederal Northern Quarter
9 Nicholas Croft, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterFederal Deansgate
194 Deansgate, Manchester City Centre/SpinningfieldsFederal Oxford Road
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Federal Northern Quarter
federalcafe.co.ukFederal Deansgate
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federalcafe.co.ukFederal Altrincham Market
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016-142 509 74Federal Deansgate
016-183 308 90Federal Oxford Road
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Federal Northern Quarter Federal Deansgate Federal Oxford Road Federal Altrincham Market
From Liverpool to Manchester
Originally from Liverpool, Bold Street Coffee has expanded to Manchester, featuring stylish modern venues dedicated to delicious speciality coffee, all-day breakfast, and lunch offerings, along with delightful sweet treats. The café menu boasts a variety of choices including sandwiches, cooked breakfasts, and healthier options such as porridge or granola.
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53 Cross St, Manchester City Centre 140 Oxford RdBold Street Coffee Cross Street
53 Cross St, Manchester City CentreBold Street Coffee University Green
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Classic coffee shop in the Northern Quarter
This independent café in Manchester is passionate about its coffee, offering artisanal brews in a cosy, bustling setting. While many customers drop in for a quick caffeine fix to-go, Fig + Sparrow also serves up breakfast and brunch options, including muffins, various toasts, granola, and eggs. Due to its popularity and compact size, securing a table can be challenging, though outdoor seating is available too.
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Dale Street Chambers, 20 Oldham St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Fig + Sparrow
075-954 667 27 - Read more on Thatsup
Peak cosiness
Sugar Junction is a charming café inspired by a passion for baking, wholesome cuisine, top quality coffee, and retro aesthetics. The decor features china tea sets, vintage posters, and period-appropriate music, creating an ambience that harks back to a nostalgic era. This complements their homemade cakes and freshly-prepared dishes, including afternoon tea and all-day brunch.
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60 Tib St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Sugar Junction
016-183 947 53 - Read more on Thatsup
Can't go wrong with coffee and pie
Idle Hands is a cosy café in Manchester celebrated for its daily offerings of freshly-baked sweet pies and cakes, featuring flavours such as salted caramel apple, pecan, and cookie dough. The café also offers an all-day brunch menu with comforting dishes like slow-stewed beans on sourdough and traditional fry-ups. To accompany your meal, enjoy coffee sourced from a rotating selection of roasters. Idle Hands can get pretty busy, so you might have to wait a bit to be seated.
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Dale House, 35 Dale St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Authentic Colombian coffee
Café Sanjuan in Stockport town centre is run by a Colombian family, who import their coffee beans from their native country and roast them themselves – try a cup with a signature pinch of salt to boost the flavour profile. Whilst there, don't miss out on the Colombian breakfasts or other authentic dishes. The friendly café offers both indoor and outdoor seating and has a lively atmosphere.
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27 St Petersgate
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Café Sanjuan
016-148 071 11 - Read more on Thatsup
Trendy Manchester café with striking interior
Grindsmith was founded with the goal of bringing exceptional coffee to Manchester, emphasising not only the serving of coffee but also the education and inspiration of the community in appreciating the craft. Their chic café in Salford is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, featuring contemporary chandeliers, a custom bar, and a stained glass window. The café also offers a selection of food.
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5-6 The Garage, MediaCityUK, Salford, Salford
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Curl up with a good book
Chapter One Books, an independent bookshop in Manchester, is a prime location for getting lost in a good book. This combined café and book store provides a comfortable setting where you can discover your next favourite read, savour a slice of cake, and discuss literature with the staff or fellow visitors. Open daily, the venue frequently organises events including open mic nights, book clubs, writing workshops, and more.
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Chatsworth House, 23 Lever St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Chapter One Books
016-129 820 15 - Read more on Thatsup
Among Manchester's top brunch cafés
Pot Kettle Black is a collection of Antipodean-style cafés in Manchester, offering an extensive brunch menu all day long. Patrons can enjoy a variety of options including avocado toast, egg dishes, smoothie bowls, along with light lunches and freshly-baked goodies. Artisan coffee and a selection of other beverages are also available. The Angel Gardens location also features Sunday roasts and regularly hosts comedy cabaret events, whilst the city centre branch resides in the beautiful Barton Arcade.
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1 Rochdale Rd Barton Arcade, Barton Sq, Manchester City CentrePot Kettle Black Angel Gardens
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Nip in for a doughnut or two
If you love baked goods, make sure to add Siop Shop in Tib Street in Manchester to your list of places to visit. Their doughnuts have developed a cult following thanks to their inventive flavours, alongside traditional favourites like jam and custard. Along with these sweet treats, they offer buns, savoury snacks, and coffee, all tied together by an easygoing ambience.
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53 Tib St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Good vibes only
Manchester's Feel Good Club is dedicated to promoting positivity through its food, drinks, and community-focused events. Located in the Northern Quarter, this shabby-chic café offers brunch and lunch options during the day, alongside a selection of hot coffee, cocktails, beers, and other beverages. In the evenings, it transforms into a vibrant bar hosting events like cabaret nights, spoken word performances, comedy shows, and more.
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26-28 Hilton St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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