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Local recommendations, useful knowledge and practical guides, informed by years of reporting on Altrincham.
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Where to eat in Altrincham
An independent introduction to eating out in Altrincham, from pizza and pasta to dim sum and South Asian cooking.
Best places for coffee and cake
Coffee shops and cafés in Altrincham and nearby areas for a good brew, a pastry or an afternoon treat.
Places
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Reggie's
Independent coffee shop in Hale serving speciality coffee, bakes and bagels, with a second local outlet on George Street in Altrincham.
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Kennedy's Irish Bar
Lively Irish bar on Greenwood Street, known for Guinness, live music and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Cheshire Tap
Independent Railway Street bar for craft beer, cask ale and cocktails, with access to the lively King's Court courtyard.
Events
What’s on in Altrincham
26 Oct – 1 Nov
Count Alty’s Fang-tastic Halloween Town Trail 2026
Follow Count Alty’s free Halloween trail through Altrincham town centre, finding spooky characters and collecting letters to solve a hidden message.
Venue photograph16–22 November 2026
Blackadder Goes Forth
The classic First World War comedy comes to the Garrick stage.
Latest from Altrincham Today
The latest reporting from our sister publication.
23 October 2026
Police target drivers on busy Timperley road as part of borough-wide "crime-smashing" crackdown
It was one of several enforcement activities across Trafford.
23 October 2026
MP raises 'serious concerns' over AGGS admissions shake-up
He is urging the Bright Futures Educational Trust to reconsider.
23 October 2026
Petition against Little Bollington data centre plans passes 1,000 signatures
Developer Innova wants to build a campus-style data centre on approximately 60 hectares of land south of Lymm Road.