Waterworks Cafe is a welcoming breakfast and lunch destination in Manchester, NH, where guests can start the day in a calm, comfortable setting that blends historic character with everyday convenience. Located inside a beautifully renovated mill with original features, the cafe offers a distinctive atmosphere that feels both inviting and memorable.
Whether you are stopping in for a relaxed breakfast, meeting someone for brunch, or grabbing a quick lunch, Waterworks Cafe brings together the warmth of a neighborhood favorite with the charm of a space full of history.
Its reputation is backed by a strong 4.30 out of 5 rating from 369 reviews, reflecting the consistent experience guests have come to appreciate.
The menu is built around the kinds of meals people return for again and again: American breakfast and lunch, comforting classics, healthy choices, vegetarian options, and quick bites for busy days. Guests also enjoy great coffee, a strong tea selection, and local specialty items that add a sense of place to the dining experience.
From solo dining to casual meals with friends, the cafe is known for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, catering, counter service, and comfortable seating that suits a wide range of visits. It is a thoughtful choice for anyone who wants a dependable meal in a setting that feels casual, cozy, quiet, and subtly trendy.
Waterworks Cafe also makes dining easy and accessible for every guest. The restaurant offers dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, and on-site service, giving customers flexible options that fit their schedule and preferences. Accessibility is a clear priority, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping ensure a welcoming experience for all.
Additional conveniences include restroom facilities, reservations, and simple payment options such as credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Located at 250 Commercial St Ste 1004, Manchester, NH 03101, and reachable at +1 603-782-5088, Waterworks Cafe stands out as a reliable, inviting place where quality food, comfort, and convenience come together.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Waterworks Cafe
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Medium Roast, Dark Roast, Decaffeinated, Specialty
Made from coffee beans steeped for several hours in cold water
Nitrogen gas infused chilled coffee with a creamy bold flavor
Double Shot
Espresso with hot water
One part espresso, one part milk, one part foam
Coffee, steamed milk, and a touch of foam
Espresso, steamed milk, and a touch of foam
Espresso, steamed milk, maple, and butter pecan
Espresso, steamed milk, French vanilla, and caramel
Espresso, steamed milk, hazelnut, and butterscotch
Espresso, steamed milk, and Ghirardeli chocolate
Made with Ghirardelli chocolate and whipped cream
Loose Leaf
Offered seasonally, freshly brewed and often unique
Seasonal flavors offered
Hear from our valued guests
On our honeymoon and found this sweet lunch spot! I got the baby spinach salad with Waldorf chicken salad on top and an iced americano with maple flavor… it was incredible!! Great size portion, great service! Highly recommend!
Great spot for a delicious breakfast. Their food was very well seasoned and flavors well paired. I'd recommend the WWC bowl to anyone who's hungry as I was! Great value and flavor! This is a counter order type spot with plenty of places to sit.
I like the abundance of seasonal choices both in sweet treat(cookies, whoopie pies, cream cheese pinwheel cakes) and drinks (cinnamon, maple, pumpkin spice chai). They had a variety of milks to choose from. It’s a cute coffee house vibe. Plenty of tables and chairs. You can have a conversation with a friend and not feel like you’re on top of other people.
Beautiful cafe. Food takes a bit. But that’s ok when you have a great cup of coffee to keep you company
Nice little cafe. Order at the counter. Limited sweets - cookies, PB pie, sad looking Danish. I don't like that breakfast ends at 11 but the atmosphere is really nice and the food was hot and good. Restrooms are clean and accessible.
My mom and dad took my daughter and I out for breakfast for my birthday. I've been looking to try different places instead of going to the same old same old and this place had a quirky name and a varied menu. As you can see from the outdoor shot, the staircase is what is known as a welcome staircase which is a southern architectural design feature meant to welcome travelers coming from anywhere. I had to take a picture of the entryway which features a rabbit who greets you at the door. The industrial design of the interior harkens back to when this was the functioning Waumbec Mill. The old wood has a new life as the beautiful golden oak interior which is warm and homey. My daughter and I both got the California breakfast sandwich, my mom got the Denver omelet and my dad got The Waterworks. The staff is very friendly and even gave us a comedy show while we were waiting for our food. It is a very friendly, welcoming, down to earth, family environment which I would highly recommend. The food was delicious, hot, and filling. My daughter and I ended up taking home half of our sandwiches to enjoy later. Do yourself a favor and check this place out, but be mindful, they are only open for breakfast and lunch. There is also a handicapped entrance on the side as the entry to the actual Cafe is around the back with plenty of parking.
I took my whole family here the day after Christmas, and we were so excited to try somewhere new! My little sister has a bunch of dietary restrictions and the team was SO patient and cognizant of keeping her safe. The coffees, drinks and teas were definitely the highlight, which is to be expected from a coffee shop. The food was good, but definitely not the highlight as much as the drinks and the atmosphere. It’s a wonderful place to hang out and grab a bite, and if you have dietary restrictions they are definitely the ones to visit!
If I could give this place 6 stars, I would! Yesterday was our first time here, and we were greeted by Kathy at the register. She kindly informed me that they would be closing in 20 minutes, to which I told her I’d happily take the meal to go. I had a baby and a 4-year-old with me, so speed eating wasn’t an option. Despite this, she insisted that I take a table, and that she “had plenty to do anyway” so I could take my time. I was a little disappointed not to see more kid-friendly options on the lunch menu, but I privately planned to take my daughter to Dunkin after leaving there. Meanwhile, little did I know that the kitchen staff were making a giant Mickey Mouse pancake (that I didn’t order) to surprise my kids with! Kathy brought it out like it was no big deal, and I was speechless. My daughter was ecstatic, and I was holding back tears at the kindness of these staff members going so out of their way for us. Once we finished eating and I started cleaning up, Kathy tried to insist that I just leave the mess for her (I didn’t, but still how nice is it that she offered?). In a world where little kids are too often seen as inconvenient and moms are accustomed to either eating just at home or in their cars, I’m so touched by the incredible staff at Waterworks Cafe. The food was excellent, but it was their kindness that really made the biggest impression. Kathy is an absolute gem, and I hope that she knows just how much I appreciate her hospitality!
Very chill place. We were here for a quick long-weekend stop and I'm so glad I found this place for breakfast!
Staff was fantastic! Food was Amazing! And the atmosphere was wonderful! Never had been before and maby I caught them on a good day but 10 outa 10. Will definitely be back!
Common questions about Waterworks Cafe
Waterworks Cafe is located at 250 Commercial St Ste 1004, Manchester, NH 03101, United States, Manchester, NH, United States.
You can reach Waterworks Cafe by calling +1 603-782-5088.
Waterworks Cafe has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 369 customer reviews.
Waterworks Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Waterworks Cafe features the following service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Waterworks Cafe features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
Waterworks Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining.
Waterworks Cafe features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Vegetarian options.
Waterworks Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating.
Waterworks Cafe features the following amenities: Restroom.
Waterworks Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Trendy.
Waterworks Cafe features the following crowd: Groups.
Waterworks Cafe features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Waterworks Cafe features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Waterworks Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Waterworks Cafe features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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