Coffee. Community. Collaboration!
Thoughtfully sourced food and drinks. Welcoming place to gather. Community learning and working together for a more just and sustainable world.
A nonprofit café working to END Exploitation
Monthly Specials
Today’s Café Features
Ethically sourced, handcrafted daily in Durham, NH.
Rooted Latte
Caffeine-free blend of botanicals, producing a dark and rich bittersweet cup served with cinnamon simple syrup and your choice of steamed milk. 10% of proceeds of he Rooted Latte support the UNH EcoRep student organization.
Brie & Spiced Pear Crepe
Savory Crepe w/poached pears, brie, arugula and red wine reduction
Upcoming Gatherings & Open Mics
What’s Happening at The Café
Open mics, live music, tastings and conversations about ending human trafficking.
Perform for Freedom Opening Set Sign-Up – Fall 2026
Perform for Freedom is a premier weekly music event that plays an important role in helping The Freedom Café engage the community in the mission to end human trafficking for…
Third Thursday Poetry Night
Freedom Cafe is launching a new Third Thursday Poetry Night! Come by and share your poetry or a story! Or, just grab a drink and listen.
Avalyn Reed Trio Holiday Benefit Show
Since coming together in 2023, three musician friends have delighted audiences throughout the region with their beautiful concert programs and sparkling commentary. The Avalyn Reed Trio is composed of two…
The vibe
Life at The Café
Open mics, long tables of friends and a good cup by the window. Here’s what a day at 37 Main Street looks like.
Nonprofit Social Impact
A Café With a Conscience
We fund our mission through the sale of high-quality, ethically sourced coffee, tea and other drinks, along with chocolates and small baked goods. 100% of proceeds from our counter support projects and initiatives to end human trafficking and the commercial exploitation of all people.
Kind words
What Our Neighbors Say
“The Freedom Cafe has been my go-to place this year. The people are so welcoming and friendly. Angie is always all smiles and somehow remembers most of the patrons' names (how does she do that??). I love the ambiance – good music and great vibes.…”
Wendy CrusbergGoogle review · 5 months ago“Been coming here for years. Great vibes, I love that Socratic Society (philosophy student org) still comes here. The place is a non-profit that works on bringing awareness to human trafficking, child labor, etc. The food is always good. The staff are really nice and…”
Christopher SmithGoogle review · 4 months ago“This sandwich has lived in my dreams since I first ate this sandwich at The Freedom Cafe! The everything bagel english muffin is LIFE CHANGING!! You have to try it!!”
Jennifer HoltGoogle review · 7 months ago“My favorite place in Durham. Coffee is always delicious, staff is always friendly, 10/10. Angie’s muffins are divine.”
Laurabeth BestwickGoogle review · 3 weeks ago“They weren’t really open on Saturday but still served us. Also were out of bananas so the owner went to the store to get some. Love this place also fire playlist”
Natalia DandreaGoogle review · 3 months ago“The Freedom Café moves individuals from disconnection to empowerment by providing a consistent and progressive way to learn and be involved in the process of ending human trafficking.”
Our vision The Freedom Café, Durham NH