The Black Friar

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  Ian Boyle

  ·1 month ago

  “Had 2 meals here recently. Well to be specific I’ve had 2 pies here recently. Both times the food was absolutely superb and the service also. We had a great waiter Timur who was great fun and really looked after us. Can we request him next time? We also had a lovely table yesterday for the bottomless roast (with a pie!) and they made a fuss of my son as he turns 30 this week. Everything was cooked perfectly and the drinks were flowing very nicely. Really enjoyed the special cocktail as well. I told the chefs on the way out that I’d enjoyed their food more than Stow the night before and I meant it. Will be back very soon. Highly recommended.”

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  Annie and Jonny

  ·2 months ago

  “Went for a family dinner at the weekend and it was the most delightful experience! Food was incredible and great drink selection also. We went to enjoy the Summer of Boddies and it was every bit as exciting as I thought it would be. Special shout out to Sophie for her recommendations and incredible service. Thank you, Sophie!”

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  Mélanie García

  ·3 months ago

  “My family and I spent a weekend in Manchester and we couldn’t leave without having a Sunday roast. The food was unbelievable: even though my sister is a picky eater, she enjoyed everything. I’d say the prices are affordable considering the quality of the food and service. The menus are flexible, so if you wish to order just a main course it’s 25£, a two-course menu is 32£, and a three-course menu is 39£. Our waitress was very helpful as well as attentive and recommended that we combine different menus, and that’s what we did. The restaurant also treated us to a side of creamy cauliflower, which was very good. We were 3 people and paid a total amount of 90£ for three main courses and a dessert, namely: an amazing fish and chips, a yummy beef Sunday roast, a scrumptious pie of the day Sunday roast, and a decadent Manchester tart.”

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  Theresa Mitchell

  ·3 months ago

  “We had a wonderful Sunday afternoon at Blackfriars. The roast beef dinner was absolutely beautiful, piping hot, perfectly cooked, and one of the best roasts we’ve had in a long time. The desserts were just as delicious and the perfect way to finish a fantastic meal. A special mention has to go to Will, who is an absolute credit to the restaurant and to his profession. He made some excellent recommendations for both the cocktails and the wine, and his friendly, attentive service really made our visit extra special. You could tell he genuinely wanted to look after us and make sure we had the best possible experience. From the outstanding food to the exceptional service, everything was spot on. We had a lovely afternoon and would highly recommend Blackfriars. We’ll definitely be back! 😘”

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  Louna Simons

  ·3 months ago

  “We got married here a month ago and it was literally the best day ever ! The service is incredible, the food is incredible everything was perfect ! X Maria absolutely MADE our wedding day. We genuinely love her. She is absolutely incredible at her job and we are so thankful to her for everything she did for us in our day. She has also been our sever on other days because we love just going to the Blackfriars for food and she is just amazing. The black friar is lucky to have her xx Also it's so nice because the staff always remember you got lots of hellos and hugs when we went in as first time back since the wedding 🩷 We went for a roast today as we haven't had the roast yet. Absolutely incredible as usual. Tim and Pepe were amazing servers as always! Thanks guys. Xx”

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  Holly Butterworth

  ·4 months ago

  “We celebrated our wedding at the Black Friar, and from start to finish Ciara and the team looked after us so well. The space and the food and service were 10/10 and made our day so special. Such a fun and stress-free experience!”

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  Meeny Rammohun

  ·5 months ago

  “We came here as a party of 2 for a Sunday Roast. We booked in advance as we know it's popular. It's an easy walk from St Peter's Square. Upon entering, the host was prompt at finding our booking and we were led to our table upstairs. The chairs were comfortable and at the right level for the table. The Sunday menu is based around a choice of 2 or 3 courses. There is a good variety of drinks options as well as sparkling and still water being complimentary. Our order was taken promptly by the two ladies (Maria and another lady) in charge of the upstairs dining area. Their service was good and food came quickly as there is a quick turnaround between tables. The food was delicious and just the right size. Cauliflower cheese is complimentary with the roasts which is brilliant. A good experience and I would come back here to try the other menus during the week.”

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  Matt Westray

  ·5 months ago

  “Food was delicious, lots to choose from off menu. Quality of food was amazing, just felt the lobster was slightly expensive for quantity served. (I know its not from the local Irwell )Lots of seating space in and outside. Staff very friendly. Overall excellent. Would definately return and reccommend.”

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  Chun Ho Cheng

  ·8 months ago

  “Great services and atmosphere. Scotch egg was delicious. Rib eye could be slight more fatty but overall flavour is beefy and well seasoned. Bass fillte was tasty as wel, however, I think cod fillet would suit the sauce and overall flavour better. Mull spiced soda was a suprise! It was my birthday so I got a free small dessert cake which was not overly sweet and really suit my pallet.”

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  Axtelera Ray

  ·8 months ago

  “The Black Friar was the perfect venue for a Thursday event. We were given our own private room, beautifully set up with a nicely decorated table and a stunning interior. Having the entire space to ourselves, along with a private washroom, made the evening feel relaxed, exclusive and very well looked after. The service was absolutely outstanding. We were hosted by Mark, who was incredible throughout the evening. His energy, natural charisma and genuine warmth made such a difference. From greeting everyone to keeping the flow of the evening smooth, he connected effortlessly with the whole group. There were 16 of us, essentially 16 strangers and Mark’s coordination played a huge part in helping everyone feel comfortable, engaged and connected. As it was a singles dinner, he thoughtfully rotated people around so everyone had the chance to chat, rather than staying in static bubbles, which was incredibly important. Hats off to Mark for that. All the while, food and drinks were flowing perfectly, adding so much to the overall experience. The food was excellent, beautifully presented and really enjoyable. This was my first Thursday event and I was genuinely impressed. Even without a Thursday host present (which was a shame), Mark stepped up and hosted the evening brilliantly, making it feel seamless. I’m very much looking forward to attending more events at The Black Friar and I truly hope Mark will be hosting again. Highly recommended.”

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