Independent

Just Between Friends

◷ Ancoats, Manchester, England · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Assembly
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Small specialty coffee shop in Beehive Mill, Ancoats, serving espresso, milk drinks and batch brew alongside homemade cakes, breakfast classics and toasted sandwiches. Coffee is from London roaster Assembly.

Brew methods

EspressoBatch brew V60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Good to know

☀ Outdoor seating⬡ Sells beans to take home

Just Between Friends: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Just Between Friends use?

Just Between Friends pours Assembly.

What espresso machine does Just Between Friends use?

Just Between Friends has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is Just Between Friends independent?

Yes. Just Between Friends is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does Just Between Friends have cake?

Yes. Just Between Friends serves coffee and cake.

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