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5 MayThe One Coffee to Have in Manchester
Manchester's top specialty cafes all roast their own. Three are worth taking seriously, and choosing between them comes down to what they pour, not whether…
Mancoco roasts under a railway arch and serves from the same address. Ancoats Coffee Co is the neighbourhood roaster the Northern Quarter relies on. Bold Street and 92 Degrees bring Liverpool roasting credentials to the city centre.
Last updated April 2026
Castlefield
They roast under the same railway arch where they serve, so freshness is structural, not claimed. Ask what single origins are running alongside the Manchester Blend and order around those.
Didsbury
The roastery is their own and every origin is traceable to the farm. The menu runs from espresso to Chemex to Aeropress, with tasting notes that explain what's in the cup.
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