Royal Oak
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About Royal Oak
On Cross Lane in Manchester, Royal Oak is a pub where Manchester United murals and football memorabilia cover the walls throughout the room. Live entertainment nights bring singers and karaoke to the space, and the pub also hosts charity fundraising events. Walk-ins are welcome, with no need to book ahead, and the pub opens daily. A step-free entrance allows visitors with mobility needs to enter without difficulty. Outdoor seating stretches into a large beer garden at the back, giving room for those who prefer to sit outside, and dogs are welcome throughout. The pub is run by a landlord-and-landlady team alongside family members.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance
Menu & Prices
8 dishes- Single Smashed Burger
- Double Smashed Burger
- Single Smashed Bacon Burger
- Double Smashed Bacon Burger
- Pork On Top
- Mexican On Top
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live singers and karaoke, large outdoor beer garden, charity events and fundraising and sharing platter.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live singers and karaoke, large outdoor beer garden, charity events and fundraising and sharing platter.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the friendly welcome and the entertainment at this ex-Boddingtons pub, with karaoke, live acts and singers repeatedly mentioned alongside a lively atmosphere. Close behind are the staff, described as polite and friendly, and the landlord and landlady, whom one reviewer credits with a great deal of charity work and a thriving community spirit. Food also draws praise, including a sharing platter called great value and a kitchen that accommodated one visitor's dietary needs. Several mention the large outdoor seating area and spacious beer garden at the back. Inside, the walls carry United murals and memorabilia, and one reviewer notes a fine football tradition for both sides of the Manchester divide. The criticism is limited. One reviewer was disappointed that there was no cask ale, and another found only some of the people friendly. One non-drinker describes the landlady going out of her way to make mocktails.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often point to the friendly welcome and the entertainment at this ex-Boddingtons pub, with karaoke, live acts and singers repeatedly mentioned alongside a lively atmosphere. Close behind are the staff, described as polite and friendly, and the landlord and landlady, whom one reviewer credits with a great deal of charity work and a thriving community spirit. Food also draws praise, including a sharing platter called great value and a kitchen that accommodated one visitor's dietary needs. Several mention the large outdoor seating area and spacious beer garden at the back. Inside, the walls carry United murals and memorabilia, and one reviewer notes a fine football tradition for both sides of the Manchester divide. The criticism is limited. One reviewer was disappointed that there was no cask ale, and another found only some of the people friendly. One non-drinker describes the landlady going out of her way to make mocktails.
Featured reviews
- Greg Pickup
“This has a Sports Bar feel. Pleasant staff and a really nice and spacious Beer Garden at the back.”
- Karen Harrison
“First time here, from blackpool to visit a friend and stopped off for lunch, very pleasant place and very accommodating to my dietary needs, friendly staff, would definitely visit again.”
- Mick Caul
“Just happened to stumble upon this great little place. Staff fantastic craic 90 lovely people all round.”
- Ken Joy
“First visit to watch a mate singing. Friendly welcome,great atmosphere in a typical British Pub ! Plenty of choice at the bar,reasonable prices,would definitely go again at some point 👍🏻”
- Karl Shaun Byrne
“Excellent little pub and staff are brilliant food is beautiful ❤️”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Karaoke
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sport
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Food at bar
- Casual
Show more amenities
- Beer
- Food
- Spirits
- Karaoke
- Sport
- Toilet
- Highlights· 4
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Offerings· 3
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
Location
Bars near Royal Oak
- Lord Nelson4.21890.2 mi£1–15Outdoor seatingWi-Fi
welcoming barman and landlord, 60s and 70s music, well-kept pints
- Steelworks Tavern4.41090.7 mi£1–15Outdoor seating
karaoke nights, old school boozer, friendly regulars
- Railway Hotel4.01180.9 mi£1–15Outdoor seating
cheap Joseph Holts beer, traditional English pub feel, friday and saturday DJ
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal OakOutdoor seating | 4.6195 | — | £1–15 | live singers and karaoke, large outdoor beer garden, charity events and fundraising |
| Lord NelsonOutdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.2189 | 0.2 mi | £1–15 | welcoming barman and landlord, 60s and 70s music, well-kept pints |
| Steelworks TavernOutdoor seating | 4.4109 | 0.7 mi | £1–15 | karaoke nights, old school boozer, friendly regulars |
| Railway HotelOutdoor seating | 4.0118 | 0.9 mi | £1–15 | cheap Joseph Holts beer, traditional English pub feel, friday and saturday DJ |
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