The Works Cafe – thought American
This vibrant neighborhood retreat hums with the inviting aroma of sizzling breakfast meats and toasted grains, creating a warm sanctuary for the morning rush and leisurely lunches alike. Golden-grilled burritos and artisanal egg sandwiches offer a hearty, hand-held start to the day, while the afternoon menu shines with nutrient-rich bowls topped with silky smoked salmon and zesty salads that burst with fresh, global flavors. Every dish is a handcrafted celebration of wholesome ingredients, designed to provide a nourishing escape within a bright and bustling atmosphere.
1200 Elm Street, Manchester NH 03101 https://workscafe.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: thought American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Works Cafe
Dairy-Free at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl and Kale Krush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kale Krush. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cold Smoked Salmon Bowl, Egg, Spinach & Cheese Sandwich and Feta Greek Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sesame Ginger Chicken Quinoa Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl, Natalie's OJ or Lemonade and Boylan Soda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 11 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Egg, Spinach & Cheese Sandwich, Feta Greek Salad and Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl, The Classic Smoothie and Boylan Soda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at The Works Cafe
The Works Cafe in Manchester has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sesame Ginger Chicken Quinoa Bowl and Boylan Soda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Works Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont Cobb Salad | 10.8 g | 65.4 g |
| Egg & Cheese Sandwich | 103.7 g | 57 g |
| Sesame Ginger Chicken Quinoa Bowl | 47.9 g | 47.5 g |
| Chicken, Broccoli & Pesto Mac | 18.5 g | 46 g |
| Cold Smoked Salmon Bowl | 16.6 g | 45.9 g |
| The Veggie Burrito | 81 g | 45.4 g |
| Thai Chicken Salad | 92.5 g | 37.4 g |
| Feta Greek Salad | 47.9 g | 32 g |
| Western Grilled Burrito | 12.5 g | 30.3 g |
| Spicy Southwest Chicken Burrito | 51.2 g | 24.3 g |
| Bacon Avocado Bowl | 66.2 g | 16.4 g |
| Egg, Meat & Cheese Sandwich | 25.4 g | 15.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the perfectly cooked steak and appetizing flavors, frequently highlighting the pleasant environment and reasonable prices that make for a satisfying visit. Celebrated for its polite staff, guests consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and recommend it as a reliable choice for a high-quality meal in a comfortable setting.
Menu
Breakfast Bowls
Organic ancient grains power bowls served all day.
- Cold Smoked Salmon Bowl - $14.99: Sliced Kosher salmon, organic quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, baby spinach, hardboiled egg, pesto, lemon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Bacon Avocado Bowl - $14.99: Organic quinoa, egg, Cajun-rubbed naturally-cured no nitrate/nitrite bacon, avocado, baby spinach, tomatoes, sriracha, sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Burritos
Made on locally-made, GMO-free wraps.
- Sunrise Grilled Burrito - $14.99: Local cage-free eggs, organic quinoa, avocado, Cajun-rubbed naturally-cured no nitrate/nitrite bacon, sweet potato, VT cheddar, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Grilled Burrito - $14.99: Local cage-free eggs, naturally-cured no nitrate/nitrite ham, VT cheddar, tomato, roasted red pepper, roasted onion Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Veggie Burrito - $14.99: Local cage-free eggs, baby spinach, roasted artichoke, feta, red onion, tomatoes, pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spicy Southwest Chicken Burrito - $14.99: Local cage-free eggs, roast chicken, herb cream cheese, sweet potato, avocado, sriracha Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Egg Sandwiches
On a bagel, artisan bread or GMO-free local wrap.
- Egg, Meat & Cheese Sandwich - $16.99: Scrambled local cage-free eggs, naturally-cured no nitrate/nitrite bacon, ham or sausage, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Egg, Spinach & Cheese Sandwich - $16.99: Scrambled local cage-free eggs, baby spinach & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Egg & Cheese Sandwich - $16.99: Scrambled local cage-free eggs, VT cheddar or provolone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Chef Inspired Salads
- Thai Chicken Salad - $54.99: Sweet chili-glazed chicken, braised red cabbage, edamame, carrots, roasted red peppers, mesclun, toasted almonds, sesame ginger dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vermont Cobb Salad - $54.99: Chicken, bacon, avocado, hardboiled egg, VT goat cheese, tomatoes, mesclun, avocado ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Feta Greek Salad - $54.99: Feta cheese, garbanzo beans, kalamata olives, tomatoes, roasted red onions, mesclun, greek dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Quinoa Bowls
- Sesame Ginger Chicken Quinoa Bowl - $59.99: Chicken, organic quinoa, roasted broccoli, braised red cabbage, pineapple mango salsa, scallions, sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl - $59.99: Organic quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, garbanzos, roasted red onions, baby spinach, toasted almonds, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Gourmet Mac & Cheese
- Chicken, Broccoli & Pesto Mac - $59.99: Roasted chicken breast, roasted broccoli, pesto, Parmesan, tomatoes, VT cheddar Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon & Tomato Mac - $59.99: Cajun-rubbed bacon, roasted onions, tomatoes, scallions, VT cheddar Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- La Minita Coffee Box - $21.99: Regular, dark roast, hazelnut, or decaf. Serves 8-10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Harney & Sons Tea Box - $21.99: Variety of sachets. Serves 8-10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Natalie's OJ or Lemonade - $3.99: Fresh juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Boylan Soda - $2.99: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Smoothies
- The Classic Smoothie - $6.99: Strawberry, banana, orange juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Kale Krush - $6.99: Baby kale, pineapple, banana, apple juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Works Cafe
- Is The Works Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Works Cafe has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl and Kale Krush.
- What can I eat at The Works Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl and Kale Krush carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Works Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Autumn Harvest Veggie Quinoa Bowl and Natalie's OJ or Lemonade.
- Is The Works Cafe gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Works Cafe?
- Vermont Cobb Salad, at roughly 65.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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