Gastropubs In Manchester
What did people do before gastropubs? They ate soggy fish and chips or stodgy eel pies, and didn't know that traditional boozers could offer food that rivals the best restaurants in town. Pour over extensive menus that have unexpected dishes using local ingredients chosen by esteemed chefs, all from the comfort of deep sofas and armchairs. Explore the very best of them here with our guide to gastropubs in Manchester.
Last edited by Kiera Chapman
Last updated on 17th October 2023
The Oxnoble, Manchester
Established in 1804, The Oxnoble is a gorgeous gastropub dishing up some excellent grub. It offers a cosy interior with low-hanging lights to enjoy hand-picked wines and cask ales in. The food features British classics such as grilled gammon with a modern twist, plus fish and chips.
The Oast House
With cosy seating indoors and a great terrace available for summer drinks, The Oast House has a great setup for lazy afternoons. Food and drink are the crowning glory here, with ale and beer served alongside homemade pies, hanging kebabs, deli boards and droolworthy steaks.
The Woodstock Arms
The Woodstock Arms is a charming spot that serves up restaurant-quality dishes. Renowned for their bloody marys, this Didsbury local is well worth visiting for its boozy weekend brunches, sumptuous Sunday roasts and a hefty selection of mouthwatering burgers.
The Old Wellington
If you've got a hankering for good old fashioned British pub grub, this is the place for you. Offering a menu of elevated gastro goods, The Old Wellington will bring you interesting flavours, seasonal ingredients and some seriously tasty beets to wash everything down.
The Black Friar Salford
Looking for a cosy pub with a modern dining experience? The Black Friar in Salford fits the bill with a traditional boozer in the front and a sleek restaurant out the back. The all-day menu includes familiar, hearty dishes such as burgers, as well as elevated classics thanks to chef Ben Chaplin.
The English Lounge, Manchester
Flaunting a boatload of tasty plates, The English Lounge is a great stop-off for high-quality gastro eats in the Northern Quarter. From hearty Sunday roasts to almond pesto linguine with wilted spinach and slow-roasted tomatoes, there are plenty of mains to choose between.
Edinburgh Castle
Not your average watering hole, Edinburgh Castle is a pub, restaurant and bar in Ancoats. Split between multiple levels, this low-key pick is home to classic pub dishes and elevated brunches on the ground floor, alongside more formal seasonal food in the restaurant upstairs.
The Angel
The Angel is a Northern Quarter gastropub featuring a cosy bar area downstairs and a dining room more akin to a restaurant. With log fires and local artwork lining the walls, this place will have you sipping on beer from independent breweries while enjoying European-style dishes.
Mr Thomas's Chop House
Mr Thomas's Chop House is one of Manchester's best gastropubs. Serving up a classic British menu that has a few modern updates, this cosy restaurant and bar has a top wine menu to match and provides a unique dining experience.
Sam's Chop House
A favoured gastro pub in Manchester and known name amongst the Chop House clan, Sam's Chop House is a must try for those headed to the city for indulgent rustic eats, British meat and piled high classic dining plates.
The Horse and Jockey
Local produce and a charming setting are the hallmarks of The Horse and Jockey, as all of their food is sourced locally to provide a menu of seasonal classics and tapas-style bites. Although only in Chorlton, a stone's throw from the city centre, this place cosy oozes village pub vibes.