The best cafes in Manchester

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Simply Delicious Bakery

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Swing by Simply Delicious Baking Co. this week for lemon-blueberry scones, from-scratch cookies, the Simply Breakfast Wrap with farm fresh…

176 State Rte 101 (Bedford)

“Swing by Simply Delicious Baking Co. this week for lemon-blueberry scones, from-scratch cookies, the Simply Breakfast Wrap with farm fresh eggs, plus coffee, espresso, teas and smoothies. Everything’s made with simple, local and organic ingredients, and they never bake with seed oils.”

From the Nashua newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Boards & Brews

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Casual spot for eats and drinks featuring over 2,000 board games.

941 Elm St

“Casual spot for eats and drinks featuring over 2,000 board games.”

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Francoeur’s Cafe

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Casual eatery offering breakfast fare (lunch menus are also available), plus pancakes, waffles and local specialties.

488 S Main St

“Casual eatery offering breakfast fare (lunch menus are also available), plus pancakes, waffles and local specialties.”

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The Bridge Cafe on Elm

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Breakfast, sandwiches & other light, daytime fare served in a welcoming, low-key coffeehouse.

1117 Elm St

“Breakfast, sandwiches & other light, daytime fare served in a welcoming, low-key coffeehouse.”

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