The Best Cafes in Manchester Right Now
This guide explores the best cafes in Manchester right now.
Each venue listing on Bloc invites readers to like the venue and this article is showing the top cafes in Manchester, in order of votes.
Manchester is a city that is constantly growing and changing, with new cafes and restaurants opening all the time.
So if you’re looking for the best places to eat in Manchester right now, then you’ve come to the right place.
Don’t forget to check in on Bloc to earn free rewards for going.
Sugar Junction
Open 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
60 Tib St, Manchester M4 1LG
Vintage cafe with 25 different blended teas.
Expect homemade cakes and cocktails.
Located in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
Give yourself a treat and take in all that Manchester has to offer with one stop at Sugar Junction. Enjoy their relaxed, welcoming atmosphere while indulging in 25 carefully crafted teas and coffees as well as homemade shakes, cakes and food – all created from locally sourced ingredients for the freshest flavour possible! So if…
Federal Cafe & Bar NQ
Open 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
60 Tib St, Manchester M4 1LG
Blended tea specialist.
Wholesome food and excellent hot and cold beverages.
Located in the Northern Quarter of Manchester.
Put your worries aside and take a break at Federal Cafe & Bar. Blending delicious eats, specialty drinks and chilled vibes – they’ve got everything you need to feel right again! Their attentive staff will make sure all of your cravings are taken care of while you enjoy catchin’ up with friends or gettin’ stuff…
Blanchflower
Open 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
12 - 14 Shaw's Rd, Altrincham WA14 1QU
Artisan bakery, kitchen and coffee spot..
Delicious brunch and lunch happen here.
Located in the heart of Altrincham in Manchester.
Blanchflower is a family-run bakery and café that’s serving up something special in Altrincham, Manchester. Their mission: to craft the freshest flavours with locally sourced ingredients! We’re talking cupcakes that melt away on your tongue, savory dishes made from scratch, plus specialty coffees + teas. Plus their seasonal menu keeps things interesting – so come…
All The Shapes
Open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8 Warwick St, Prestwich, Manchester M25 3HN
Creative cafe & bar.
Independent, serving seasonal and fresh produce.
Located in Prestwich, Manchester.
Check out All the Shapes – Manchester’s raddest cafe and bar! From a vibrant first-floor café serving up creative eats like mouthwatering ‘cado toast, to an awesome second floor with craft beers galore and small-batch spirits, this joint is sure to have something that’ll tickle your fancy. Not to mention staff that dials it up…
Albert’s Schloss Cook Haus
Open 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM
27 Peter St, Manchester M2 5QJ
Bier palace with cook Haus and bakery.
Expect craft brews on tap and alpine-inspired cocktails.
Located in Deansgate, Manchester.
Step into the realm of Albert’s Schloss – Manchester’s fantastical bier palace and culinary wonderland! Brought to life by master chef, Rob Hardy, this is a magical oasis where you can escape your everyday hustle. Try some irresistible dishes inspired from across Europe or sample an array of rare and obscure beers sourced globally. Whether…
The Koffee Pot
Open 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
84-86 Oldham St, Manchester M4 1LN
Eclectic colourful cafe.
Serving no-nonsense breakfasts for 80 years.
Located in the Northern Quarter in Manchester, open since 1978.
For over 80 years, the Koffee Pot has been a Manchester landmark – dishing up classic comfort food to fuel city dwellers. From fry-ups and sandwiches to pies & pastries, there’s something for everyone here! Plus, who can resist an extensive selection of beers and cocktails? Come alone or with friends; you’ll always find good…
Idle Hands
Open 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
35 Dale St, Manchester M1 2HF
Cool coffee bar.
Speciality coffee and an all day brunch menu.
Located in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Manchester with Idle Hands! Their inviting lounge area sets an atmosphere perfect for relaxation. Choose your favorite beverage, ranging from coffee to beer – all you need is this place. With their tasty cafe menu filled with eats fit for anyone’s palette, we guarantee it’ll be…