Nice pub for authentic England's food. Able to eat steaks, pies, pizzas, etc... Clean, but have a traditional attire. Good spot for lunch and dinner. read more

English Lounge - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

When I first encountered T'English Lounge, it was for one reason only - pub quizzage. Now, there's a strange phenomenon that comes with local drinking. Have you ever found that once you have your local, and your pub quiz, you kind of feel like you're cheating on it if you attend another pub quiz? Well, I had this situation with the Crescent. Large's pub quiz only came around once a month so it's wasn't that bad. And I wouldn't be a good little Yelper if I didn't use it as an excuse to check out this pub. Situated on the edge of the Northern Quarter conveniently close to the Arndale and Shudehill, The English Lounge is a cosy, traditional-looking boozer that serves down-to-earth pub grub and provides a bit of respite from the quirk and hipsterville of the NQ and the ostentatious tackiness of the Printworks posse. The homey cosiness of the place is exemplified with dark wood, leather sofas and quintessential Englishness - bookshelves in a pub anyone? I'm to be found at the Cityco meetings here and I always enjoy popping in. Sometimes I'll treat myself to a little wine beforehand and chat with some business owners, and that's always been lovely. The wine that is, not the business owners. Although for the most part they're alright, as it goes. There are all sorts of vouchers and offers associated with this pub so you could save a pretty penny too, especially with the meal deals. The food's on until 9.30pm and it's run by lovely people - aces, no? Note: no wifi! Laptops to be left at home... read more

I popped in here after a mooch around Manchester Arndale due to it's close proximity. The bar feels very englishy as the name suggests. The antiquest setting with it's large wooden tables and polished leather seating all adds to the character and cosyness of the place. We didn't try the food but the venue hosted separated seating for diners, which i think was a nice touch. It was quite busy when we arrived at around 7pm but we managed to find a hidden gem hidden behind the not so attractive lift plonked in the middle of what was probably once a beautiful staircase. If you turn right at the top of the stairs you'll find a rather large (in our case empty) chaise lounge. And that's where we drank our beer in style ; ) Definitely worth dropping in, I'll have to try the food next time. read more

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The English Lounge is my local. I don't go here as often as I should considering it takes less than 5 minutes from sofa to pub. Over the 6 years or so I have been neighbours with this place, I go about six weekly. Usually its just for a casual drink and maybe a quick bite to eat. If I have Sunday lunch out then I always go here - not only is it reasonably priced but it is very tasty. And close enough for me to walk the few steps home and then descend into a food coma on my sofa. This review is based on my visit for Sunday lunch with my bestie yesterday afternoon. We didn't book but they found a table for us quickly and took our order. We arrived and had a cup of tea each to begin and both had the roast beef. Personally for me, beef is the king of roasts and always go for this. For £9.95 you get a lot on the plate and think it is good value. Get a decent portion of veggies, roast potatoes, new potatoes, beef and a nice big Yorkshire pud. I don't have the biggest appetite but this was so nice I polished off all but one of the new potatoes and a bit of the veggies. My friend finished the lot. The quality of the roast was no surprise as I have been here a number of times before. Its nice to go somewhere with consistency and that you know you can rely on for a decent Sunday lunch. Of course we both had dessert. I had the vanilla cheesecake with ice cream and chocolate curls. It was very tasty, and just the right portion after a big dinner. My friend had the rhubarb crumble with custard and she finished it all and said it was tasty. My friend had a coffee and I had amaretto to end the meal. We only paid £18 each all in, which was very good value for the quality and amount of food. Definitely recommend here for Sunday lunch particularly, but do venture in at other times as well as the main menu is good as is the relaxed atmosphere ,even on a Saturday. read more

I decided to give this pub another ago for its food, as I have made a few quick stops after work for a cheeky beer recently.. This is a nice traditional looking pub, with a nice selection of familiar beers and a selective World beer menu. The dining area is corded off from the rest of the pub, bearing nice long solid wooden tables and pretty crystal chandeliers.. Mooching at the menu, the average spend for a main is about a tenner...they offer things from your average burger to a few fish and pasta dishes.. Last time I Was here i spent around £13 on the salmon, which was a bit dry and was not worth the money...although the homecooked wedges were tasty....This time I chose the King Prawn Tagliatelle with chorizo... which was presented in a large bowl with home made garlic bread...this was very tasty especially the American Goose beer to go with it..My friends went for the burgers, which they seemed to enjoy.. Overall the waiter was pleasant, and attentive, a very attractive pub to be in...but I think the food for me is a bit limited...and a smidge pricey for what it is....I guess it is because I find British food more boring compared to other cuisine,,,so it has be extra special for me to rave about it... read more

Packed, since it is right by the biggest shopping area in Manchester. Probably the biggest mall in the United Kingdom. There are lots of tables to drink your ale on but there are also a lot of people that will crowd you. A must-visit. Just like every pub in England. Another terrific Holt's Pub venue. read more

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I like the English Lounge. i once dismissed it as "the kind of place where might get your ear bitten off over a packet of dry roasted peanuts" but I joking and it was wrong of me- nobody really likes dry roasted, if any thing's gonna caused trouble it's those damn cashews- moreish just doesn't cover it! OK, so the pub. As the name softly hints at, this is English puberty- and by that I mean the business of pub running and not the business of realising that you're not going to grow into the handsome adult that your nan predicted- at its best. All of the usual suspects are there- aged leather seating that you could sleep on, dark wood in abundance, a wealth of antique picture frames, old people, an amazing array of ales and a cracking Sunday roast. Prices are entirely reasonable and the Northern Quarter is a two minute stroll away- it's got to be worth a round. read more

English Lounge - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

English Lounge is a bit of a weird one for me. When looking for somewhere to go for lunch, it was suggested a few times that we head here and I was never too keen. I know you shouldn't judge on looks alone but English Lounge looks awful from the outside. So I was unsure. And I was right to be a bit sceptical. For a place that advertises itself a lot for good pub food...they lie. But the atmosphere was quite good actually, for a place right on the border of the Northern Quarter, I wouldn't have been surprised to walk in and find the world's snottiest staff and clientele...so I was pleasantly surprised with that at least. All I'd say is give it a try and have an open mind about the look/decor. read more

English Lounge - "Website Photo" - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

I try to only review great places so you should know where this is going :-) I've passed this lovely place so many times assuming it was a 'pub that does food', but actually it's possibly a restaurant that does beer ??! Let me give you some examples. Halloumi is Halloumi right ? Wrong it tasted better than ever beautifully golden soft and rich. Must have also been a 'good brand' of Halloumi. Squids squid ... right ? Wrong, Fresh and thickly cut and just fried red hot to perfection in a light home batter = beautiful. Chicken strips are chicken ... Etc you know what's coming now huh !? Moist tender thick cut strips of very fresh chicken breast all with a garlic mayo and a chilli dip. Already my compliments to the chef or chefs. So on to Sunday roast beef dinner. Massive home made Yorkshire beautifully fluffy golden roasties fresh carrots cabbage and runner beans side, a pig in a blanket, and just the right amount of beef to make you feel stuffed :-) we did ... Ironically the perfectly acceptable but average cappuccino was the only downside to the whole day because everything else was 'above' standard. But the most impressive thing about English lounge is something you can't make or design. It's got a 'je ne sais quois' a 'Feng Shui' a something elusive that makes it incredibly relaxing and soothing. We spent hours there unhurried, and attended to gently by the friendly staff. We listened to the perfect background music and we left feeling we could easily have spent all day and night there! And that's something you can't create .... Right ? Wrong !!! Lol congratulations to the management, staff, and kitchen of the English lounge .... Superb ! read more

English Lounge - Small plate starter .. Superb - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

It is always a pleasure to visit the English Lounge for a few beers. Smack bang in Manchester City Centre, yet it has an elegantly traditional setting, and despite it being busy on occasions, such as Friday and Saturday nights, it doesn't have the same hustle and bustle like other run of the mill bars in the city centre. One can quite easily go the English Lounge, sit down, and have relaxed evening. As you walk in, one finds to their left, three spacious booths, and to the right, a dining area for food. I haven't yet sampled the menu, but it is on my list and i will happily review when I visit again. In the centre, as one walks in, is more intimate seating and the bar just to the right. Dotted around are shelves/bookcases stacked full of books, which separate the booths. I have found the staff to be super friendly, and always accommodating, whether you want to eat or just stay for a drink. Groups can also reserve a booth, if they want to ensure they have a place to sit after work on a Friday. The English Lounge has one TV running the news, which is always good to have in the background, and dotted around the walls and ceiling are nice little philosophical quotes. I enjoy visiting the English Lounge when i am in the area, and recommend to all, especially travellers visiting Manchester, if they want to see a good traditional looking pub in the city. read more

I'd been avoiding this pub as typically, city centre boozers located on main roads and close to shopping centres are full of drunken old men and young 'unemployeds' looking to start fights (a la Deansgate). But after this week's Bella Italia Yelp event, a few of us decided to brave the English Lounge for a nightcap. Good news - there was no need to be scared. The English Lounge is actually a very nice, traditional watering hole with chatty bar staff, normal-looking punters, low lighting and comfy seating. I've read that the food isn't half bad there either, so will definitely head back and try that at some point. Thanks to my fellow Yelpers for the 'beer pressure' :-P read more

'Welcome to the crystal maze, English manner zone' the boyfriend first comment and pretty fitting. The pub has a very 'traditional' pub look, which is a nice change from the normal north Q side off things. This pub is somewhere in the gray zone of pub and restaurant and can't decide where it wanted to be. If your eating see about going up, your be able to hear yourself over the mix of bad 90 hits. So, about eating. I'm very so-so, the salmon I got was pretty meh. Though the stake and ale pie ( it wasn't a pie - there was no sides. It was a cup off meat with a hat) was so nice I had to steal some. In all, it an OK place - but not spacial enough to stand out among the busy night life off Manchester. read more

I usually end up here on work lunches so have been here pretty regularly. It is well presented in an atmosphere that harkened back to the pubs of my childhood, shunning the current modernisation or de-modernisation(as demonstrated by some quirky places like Takk coffee house) of most eateries in the city. The menus can be a little selective and when you get a basic meal it does feel basic for the price... Such as a basic burger for near £10 that's about the same quality of a spoons burger that will set you back a fair bit less with a drink. The fancier side of the menus however is delicious. I had wild boar chops here and they where delicious! All in all, a very pleasant place for a group or a meet up with a mate or two but not one for anything romantic or epic. read more

I've been here a few time and the atmosphere is nice and chilled and the staff are really friendly. We just went in for a drink but there was lots if people eating and the Sunday dinners looked really nice. I will definitely be returning for one. Overall a nice pub and a lovely atmosphere if your near by its worth a visit. read more

A nice traditional pub on the edge of the northern Quarter. The staff are friendly, it is reasonably priced and is a good place to start your evening. It is clean inside and you can get food as well read more

English Lounge - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

I oddly gravitate towards this bar, usually armed with bags of recent purchases from the local shops. But sometimes you want to relax in a pub that could easily imagine actually being in a suburb instead of smack bang in the middle of a city! There are loads of quite cosy comfortable corners, and once inside the lighting is soft and the solid decor is gladly not flashy and brightly coloured.... especially good when you have a spending spree headache coming on! The food is not spectacular, but it is good and does the job. You can expect to pay £4 for a large jacket potato and healthy looking salad. This pub is definitely a great escape from the packed bars of the Northern Quarter... and it is only minutes away! read more

This is a pub which I usually walk straight past but on this occasion we decided to try it out. i was pleasantly surprised how nice it was inside. Although we weren't eating here I couldn't help not looking at the food menu - all proper pub grub. Apparantly they serve up a good Sunday lunch so will definitely be coming back to try this out. One of the bottles of ciders we ordered had a best before date of July - although I know it wouldn't do any harm they should at least be selling them off cheaper. I let the bar tender know and she quickly resolved it by giving me a new bottle. Overall a great pub! read more

This is a nice little pub. Well, it's not little. It's actually pretty huge. Big and wooden-beamed and panelled and cosy. It's a very clean, very nice traditional pub with a heart of gold. The food served here is traditional pub food with a little bit of a modern gastro twist (but I refuse to say gastropub). So yes, you'll find sausages and mash, but alongside delicious fresh salads and gnocchi dishes. The food is well cooked and super tasty. My personal pick is the steak. But then, my personal pick is always steak. The vegetarian amongst us is usually catered for here, which is always good. After dark, this place is a lively drinking venue with a pretty decent crowd. Occasionally it verges on the lairy, on weekends, but it's about a hundred times better than a lot of other city centre venues. The pub quiz is pretty super, and the free pies are super tasty. That's one reason to go, one very big, very tasty reason. read more

I was only in Manchester for the night but the guys I was with wanted to explore the Norther Quarter all night long. This was one of the stops along the way to drunkenness, but easily my favourite pub of all the ones we visited. We were there on a Tuesday so none of the pubs were all that crowded, but English Lounge was particularly empty and I have no idea why. The vibe of this place is amazing! The setup, the tables and chairs, the big booths surrounded by cosy lamps and books; it's all great! The prices are good and the decor/ambience is definitely conducive to a fun night in a pub! Check it out if you're touring the city the night! read more

Me and my boyfriend with our manager. In here, drinking cider and having fun. We didn't go there before that night, and I was expecting something quite rubbish at the beginning. But no, it was really nice actually. Imagine, for real now, an English lounge. Books, wooden shelves, few flowers here and there. Perfect. Now add few more people in your lounge. Add few drinks in their hand. Chilled music that goes with all the moods people might have. Don't imagine Barbie girls with short dresses and mega high heels. People seem casual and smart in the same time, in a nice way. They are not too young, so over 30 might be the right age to say(or late 20s). It seems like one of them places, where you can go (probably before 8pm) with a book, order a martini and read for a while, be in your own world. It's nice when that happens, isn't it? After a few I got a bit tipsy to be honest, but even in that condition, I still loved the place. Now that I'm thinking, I might just go there again. I was quite wondering where to go with my boyfriend on a Friday night, this week. There you go, problem solved. All good. See you there. read more

I love the English Lounge! It's cozy, not too crowded and the food is really good too. I ordered myself the Rhubard Crumble and it was perfect. Crumbly, sticky, not too sweet and came with enough cream to drown my crumble in it. They also have free wifi and the staff is super friendly. Definitely recommend this place! read more

English Lounge - Rhubarb crumble - Pubs Near Me - Manchester, XGM

love love love this place .. Service is great couldn't ask for it any other way ... And food is amazing never fails us .. they are going far and amazing at what they do Absolute stunner. Food was great ,as my taste buds were dancing. Service was great with good accommodation. Staff was friendly and nice read more

The English Lounge is a great traditional pub located a stones throw from the Arndale Centre and the main street. It's busy and bustling and they have some great offers on food from time to time (2 courses for £12.95 last time I went, if I remember rightly). The food is typical pub fare but done very well. Pies, steaks, fish and chips, plus more exotic items, are all way above the standard many people expect from city centre pubs. It gets very busy with people from all walks of life and, despite its huge size, you can struggle to find a seat at busier times. The decor is traditional and cosy and the staff are extremenly friendly. read more

Situated very close to the Arndale Centre, The English Lounge is a bit of a gem in the city centre. This is a proper pub, with a carpet and possibly a cat. It serves fish and chips and a decent pint and really, beyond that, I need say no more. Whilst many of the city centre pubs try to pass themselves off as hipster hangouts, this one doesn't bother, focusing on doing things well. Like get you drunk and fill your belly. It's for this reason that it's very rarely empty. When the weekend comes, you may struggle to find a seat. The staff are very friendly indeed and the patrons are a real mixed bag... and I mean that in the nicest possible way. While the business might do your head in after a while, it's definitely worth nipping in for a pint. read more

decent pub with nice layout, live events aswell

Had a delicious Sunday lunch at the English Lounge. The service was excellent and the waiter couldn't do enough for us. The food was lovely especially the Yorkshire pudding which was mega. There was a good choice of meat and also a vegetarian option. The pub itself is very nice. It has an upmarket feel and the décor is stylish but overall it is very relaxed. Will be back again on a Sunday. read more

My fiancé and I were exhausted after a 3 hour train ride to our hotel and needed a drink ASAP. This place was awesome! Not only was the food and drinks great, but the two guys working the front were super friendly and cool to us "yanks"! I would highly recommend this place to anyone! Try the triple cheese burger!! read more

Lovely oldy-woldy pub! Only had a pint of coke here but others were happy with cider, ale and beer choice! Would definitely come around for a pint :) read more

This pub brings back some happy memories for me. I used to work around the corner at The Fitness Exchange and I came in here almost every night. It's the kind of pub where you can wander in on your own and feel comfortable just stood at the bar chatting or sat reading a newspaper in one of the cosy corners. The food and beer is good and the staff are all very friendly. I much prefer to be here than anywhere in the over priced and over hyped Northern Quarter. read more

Celebrated birthday dinner here. The staff where very attentive. Atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. There was a good choice on the menu and not disappointed with my stuffed Halloumi chicken dish. The wine was delicious could have stayed All evening. Sat upstairs and it was less busy than the bar area and there was more ambience. Would defo be back soon read more

A-OK just about sums up the English Lounge. I know a lot of people absolutely love this place, but I don't quite get why. Everything is distinctly average. The food, the drink and the service. The best thing about the English Lounge, is that on a hot sunny day (i.e. once or twice per year) they have very efficient air conditioning and its lovely and cool inside! read more

Fantastic service, pleasant atmosphere and delicious food. I had the Steak & Ale Pie, and it was amazing. Had an accident with the vinegar on the table and the waiter couldn't have been more helpful. Highly recommended. read more

My favourite city centre pub to hang out with friends after a days work. Next to Arndale and Shudehill Bus & Tram Station. This was some time ago before I moved to London. It is a fantastic pub, with an English feel to it as name implies. Spread of two floors and an heated outdoor smoking area upstairs. The floor upstairs is usually given out for private events and can be reserved. Friendly staff and good pub food as well with brilliant selection of lagers and beers and a full bar. We used to be there at least once a week and used it as a standard venue for leaving do's for our team. Miss the place! My friend from M'cr tells me the place is now re-furbished and updated sometime last year, need to try this out again next time I am in M'cr!!! read more

Amazing it may be, The English Lounge is one of Manchester gems that often is unnoticed in spite of being in the spotlight. Yet it is indeed a must place to visit in Manchester. I never tried their food, but the selection of drinks is good, the interior is welcomingly traditional, the staff are friendly, and the vibe has never disappointed me. Best of all, there is a lovely cosy space to the right from the entrance, with comfy benches and soft pillows. When they lit candles in the evening, there is no better place for a romantic snuggle. read more

I only discovered this last week. It's a great pub with a traditional field right in the middle of manchester. It had a good selection of beers and bottled drinks and the food was pretty darn good and it's not just your normal boring pub menu with things such as Muscles, potted shrimp, goats cheese tartlets and a variety of lovely salads and wraps on there. . I'd recommend it to any of you weary shoppers! A good place to drop after you shop. read more

Not quite the trendy gastropub I was expecting, this is more like a fairly traditonal boozer with a few tables near the front (admittedly with very nice cutlery glassware etc) for dining. Nevertheless thoroughly enjoyed a Friday evening visit for steak and chips with a few fizzy pints of Peroni. read more

The English Lounge pub is a pretty decent, traditional pub, in the centre of town. It's got a pretty decent ambiance, a fairly lively atmosphere, and the drinks are fairly priced. Personally, I don't buy into the idea that the English Lounge is anything out of the ordinary. It's fine, but not all that. Got to add though, I had a Guinness in there a while back and it was rank that kind of ruins it for me. read more

Poor Customer Service by the particular member of staff serving early evening on 08/09/18. I visited as 1 off a group of 6 friends, meeting for our annual reunion, for a meal and a drink. We had a drink, considered the menu, and went to the bar to order a 2nd round of drinks before considering what to eat in their as on numerous previous visits we have been happy to eat and drink their. A sign on the bar asks you to leave a review, I made a comment to my friend who I was helping to order/carry the drinks "I bet they wouldnt want you to leave a bad review", the bar man instantly /emotionally reacted why we would you want to leave us a bad review? I said to him its nothing to do with him what I was talking about, as he shouldnt be listening to, and reacting too a personal conversation I was having with a friend. He then chose to escalate this trying to provoke me into an arguement, again saying why would I want to leave a bad review, I then said perhaps I would leave a bad review for poor customer service, he said if I didnt like it to leave and go somewhere else. He poored 6 drinks, and I said too my friend lets leave them and go somewhere else, he than said we would have to pay for them, and he wouldnt serve us again anyway - all because I was having a private conversation about my right to review the establishment which he instantly got defensive / angry and emotional about. We paid for the drinks, drank up and left. Upon leaving the door supervisors comment was "have a good night lads" intamated towards the bar bar man and said "he is a bit of a knob isnt he!" which indicated to me that the bar man was not really focused on customers could get stressed when dealing with customers, in my opinion that gentleman should not be in a face-to-face customer focused role. Just to validate my opinion/review - I am a Regional Manager throughout Europe/Middle East/Asia, I have 25 years customer focused / facing experience, I study psychology for sales and service, this person in my opinion is too quick to react emotionally to be in a customer focused environment. He will be the cause of arguements and has issues managing his own emotional reactions never mind being able to manage a bar or other staff. He needs to chill out ! and learn not to react to listening to private conversations, and cost the business customers who would have eaten/drunk and purchased food/drinks and used the facilities had it not been for this particular individual. read more

Great food at lunch time with friendly helpful staff. Situated in the centre of town and easy to drop in when tired feet call after shopping. Good value for money. read more

I adore the english lounge my family and I have been eating there for the past 3 years we love it the Sunday lunch is exquisite the staff are lovely top marks to the chef from us read more