The Millgate Pub
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About The Millgate Pub
The Millgate Pub is a family pub in Failsworth, Manchester, on Ashton Rd W. Its main draw for groups is a function room that can be hired for parties, with a hot or cold buffet and a resident DJ, which suits family and birthday gatherings. The kitchen runs a seasonal menu alongside pub dishes such as a steak and ale pie and a Steak Philly stack. Sunday lunch centres on a carvery of roasted meats served with seasonal vegetables and trimmings. The bar pours Guinness, including baby Guinness shots, and there is a fire for sitting by with a drink. Guests can either order at the bar or be served at the table.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention function room buffets, steak and ale pie, carvery and steak philly stack.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention function room buffets, steak and ale pie, carvery and steak philly stack.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the function room parties, praising the buffets, whether hot or cold, and the resident DJ at birthday celebrations, with staff described as helpful and going the extra mile. Meals draw close behind: a steak Philly stack called one of the best steak sandwiches one diner had eaten, a generous steak and ale pie, a cheese and onion pie, and the Father's Day carvery, with several noting food arrived hot and portions were great. One reviewer with allergies describes the staff double checking the order before payment, and another mentions well kept drinks. The main criticism comes from one visit where the fries and onion rings did not seem fresh, the chicken burger was bland, the cheese sauce lacked flavour, and the brownie was dry with tasteless cream, though the coleslaw and hot jalapeños were liked. That reviewer also found service a little slow and the pricing on the high side, while still calling the staff polite and friendly and hoping it was an off day.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the function room parties, praising the buffets, whether hot or cold, and the resident DJ at birthday celebrations, with staff described as helpful and going the extra mile. Meals draw close behind: a steak Philly stack called one of the best steak sandwiches one diner had eaten, a generous steak and ale pie, a cheese and onion pie, and the Father's Day carvery, with several noting food arrived hot and portions were great. One reviewer with allergies describes the staff double checking the order before payment, and another mentions well kept drinks. The main criticism comes from one visit where the fries and onion rings did not seem fresh, the chicken burger was bland, the cheese sauce lacked flavour, and the brownie was dry with tasteless cream, though the coleslaw and hot jalapeños were liked. That reviewer also found service a little slow and the pricing on the high side, while still calling the staff polite and friendly and hoping it was an off day.
Featured reviews
- Vera Lee
“Hired the function room for our birthday party at the Millgate. Staff couldn't do enough for us to make it an amazing night. Buffet was fantastic as was the music from the resident DJ. Atmosphere great. Made it a night to remember!”
- Jemma Smith
“Enjoyed a lovely meal with a few friends. Had the cheese and onion pie myself it was delicious all food came out hot & everyone enjoyed their meals. Staff were wonderful & friendly & going the extra mile. Would definitely recommend!”
- Catherine Smith
“Brilliant pub, we hired the function room for my Dad's 90th birthday party it was excellent, staff lovely and so helpful. Buffet was excellent thank you!”
- Nas Anwar
“I’ve eaten here a few times and was really hoping to give this place 5 stars, as my previous visits have been excellent. Sadly, this visit was a little disappointing. The fries and onion rings didn’t seem fresh, and the chicken burger was quite bland. The cheese sauce also lacked flavour. On the plus side, the jalapeños were definitely hot 🔥, and the coleslaw was really tasty. The chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream the brownie was dry and the cream was Tasteless The service was a little slow, but the staff remained polite, friendly, and welcoming throughout. It’s a little on the pricey side, but this one experience wouldn’t put me off coming back. I’m hoping this was just an off day, as I’ve enjoyed my previous visits and would happily give them another chance.”
- Jay
“We have been to a few family party’s here now and they’ve always looked after us really well. Good selection of well kept drinks and always served with a smile. The buffets have always been high quality whether hot or cold.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Delicious seasonal dishes and a calendar full of events, join us at the Millgate for family fun. The Millgate is a traditional and family friendly pub which is a major part of our local community here in the heart of Failsworth, Manchester. At The Millgate, the friendly welcoming team are committed to providing you with the best possible service. Our delicious new menu is filled with seasonal specials and pub food favourites, and we have a fantastic carvery available on Sundays with freshly carved roasted meats, served with seasonal vegetables and all the trimmings. So whether you are dining, celebrating or just looking to relax by the fire with a refreshing drink, come and join us here at The Millgate”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near The Millgate Pub
- Woodhouse Gardens4.21,1880.9 mi
salt and pepper garden bucket, salt and pepper burger, sunday roast
- Sizzling Pubs4.4721.5 miWheelchair accessible
reasonable food prices, app ordering, outdoor smoking shelter
- The Britannia4.32191.7 miOutdoor seatingTakeout
full english breakfast, karaoke nights, greasy hash brown
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millgate Pub | 4.31,062 | — | function room buffets, steak and ale pie, carvery |
| Woodhouse Gardens | 4.21,188 | 0.9 mi | salt and pepper garden bucket, salt and pepper burger, sunday roast |
| Sizzling PubsWheelchair accessible | 4.472 | 1.5 mi | reasonable food prices, app ordering, outdoor smoking shelter |
| The BritanniaOutdoor seating · Takeout | 4.3219 | 1.7 mi | full english breakfast, karaoke nights, greasy hash brown |
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