Welcome, traveler! Whether you found us by chance, prophecy, or a well-placed Google search, we’re glad you’re here.
Founded in Year One Post Brew (well, 2025), The Cosy Crit has been serving the good people of Greater Manchester with strong coffee, flaky pastries, and even stronger dice rolls ever since. We’re an independent café with a love for hot drinks, fresh bakes, and nerdy things — especially the kind that involve character sheets, chaotic alignments, and shouting "NAT 20!" loud enough to scare the barista.
So, what is The Cosy Crit?
At our core, we’re a **welcoming neighborhood coffee shop** with a bit of a nerdy streak. You’ll find all the staples of a great café here — expertly brewed coffees, artisan teas, iced drinks, and our ever-changing lineup of freshly baked pastries and cakes (including options for various dietary needs, because adventurers come in all forms). We believe good food and good drinks should feel like a warm hug — or at least a +2 bonus to morale.
But what makes The Cosy Crit a little different is our love for **tabletop games and storytelling**. Whether you’re into board games, roleplaying, miniatures, or just the vibe of it all, we’ve carved out a Cosy corner where games can be played, friendships formed, and campaigns launched.
Events, Games & Gatherings
We host **fortnightly Dungeons & Dragons sessions**, perfect for new and returning players alike. These aren’t just games — they’re communal storytelling experiences powered by coffee, camaraderie, and a shared love of rolling dice.
Want to sharpen your DM skills? Curious how to roleplay a bard without bursting into song every ten minutes (or *with* it, we don’t judge)? Join our **weekly D&D workshops**, where we cover everything from world-building to combat rules to how not to get eaten by a gelatinous cube in your first session.
We also run regular **board game nights**, casual meetups, and special themed events — so keep an eye on our calendar, or better yet, sign up for our newsletter and let us send the quests directly to your inbox.
Community Comes First
We’re more than a business — we’re a gathering place. A friendly inn at the edge of the modern world where people come to **relax, recharge, and reconnect**. Whether you’re here to sip a chai latte in peace, finish your novel, battle a band of goblins, or just meet new folks who love what you love, you’re always welcome.
Our team is small, mighty, and passionate — about coffee, creativity, and creating a space that feels like home (with better lighting and significantly fewer tavern brawls).
So grab a seat, roll for perception, and take in the vibe. At **The Cosy Crit**, there’s always a warm drink waiting and a new adventure just around the corner.
See you soon, brave adventurer.