Friendly in Middleton

“I’ve been coming to The Hare and Hounds in Middleton week after week, and I can honestly say I’ve never had a bad experience here. From the classic Sunday roast to the rotating chef’s specials, the food is consistently 10/10 — it’s far beyond what you’d expect from pub food and easily rivals high-end restaurants. Every dish is beautifully presented, full of flavour, and perfectly cooked. Portion sizes are generous, and the prices are almost unbelievable given the quality you get. Drinks are also great value, with top brands served at very reasonable prices. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to help, no matter how busy it gets. They always do their best to accommodate everyone including dietary needs, and make you feel right at home. Whether you’re after a comforting roast, a special night out, or just a few drinks in a warm atmosphere, this place delivers every time. Highly recommended — easily one of the best pubs in the area!”

“They'd just opened, I plonked myself on a seat and ordered a breakfast muffin, it's literally still in my hand now and it's 'effin delicious. Friendly and quick service, freshly cooked and I live nowhere near but ill come again when I'm on training at the brewery. Could not recommend more.”

“Very delicious, like Hong Kong food taste.”

“One of the best cafe experiences I have had in Manchester. Friendly staff, wonderful tasty food and is very popular with a lot of locals in Middleton. Everyone I work with recommends this cafe for the welcoming service and homely feel. & I can tell why. You truly feel wanted and welcome when you come in and to top of off the food is just as good as the staff.”

“Had a full English Breakfast it was freshly cooked and served with a smile”

“I had afternoon tea for my birthday and everything was perfect and delicious. The tea room is lovely decorated with cute tea pots and cups. We were too full to finish it all and they boxed the left over cakes up for me to take home. Great experience and highly recommended.”

“Do not think does food. Fabulous pub all the same”

“Just like "Cheers" the series only 100%better. Amazing atmosphere. Fantastic hosts. Great bar staff. Great people. Always offers on. The gin bar is outrageous ! . A place , that when you go. You'll keep going back ! Got to be the number 1 place in middleton.”

“THIS is the pub to go to if ever you have the chance. And if you've been before, but not since late 2023 - ga again. New, young owners have revitalised the Tavern whilst keeping all the old, well lived traditional features. The food is fantastic, dogs are very welcome. There is even home-made doggy ice-cream, dog snacks and hand-made dog leads for sale. There's a small tuck shop and board games for kids. Lovely walks all around. WINNER OF PUB OF THE YEAR 2025.”

“Had to go as needed battery for car fob. Staff were courteous, friendly, and very helpful, with a sense of humour. Fitted the battery for the fob , told me when I have time, to bring the spare fob, and they will replace that battery for me as well. No complaints. Left satisfied with service provided.”

“Had my hair extentions put back in at this salon and was very reasonable priced , very relaxed environment, the ladies here are very friendly and nice to chat with. I had my little girl say on my knee for the first 40 minutes and they was very lovely about her being there as she was very wriggly and loud only being 7 months old. The lady who did my hair was very fast at putting them in only took just over a hour with stops in-between to get stuff for my little girl and feed her , very highly recommend this salon will be going here for everything in the future”

“Plenty of parking at a reasonable cost. Great fun for adults, teenagers, children and toddlers! Scenic views, a small farm with helpful animals handlers who are happy to answer questions, well-kept grounds, boat rides, decent-sized play areas for children of all ages, a cafe, a resident ice cream van and charcoal pizza options. A good place to enjoy the great outdoors - especially on a sunny day!”

“Just had the pleasure of working with Vanessa Redmond on a recent property purchase. Everything went incredibly smoothly. Vanessa was always at hand with great advice, and nothing was too much trouble. Shout out to Ellie too who assisted. Brilliant service!”

“This place is great for taking your doggy friend to have a little T L C and groom my glory love's being a centre of attention”

“Excellent service and knowledgeable staff.”

“Awesome restaurant, great service and delicious food, definitely coming back”

“Taxi Drivers around Manchester have been telling me about this place for so long with rave reviews and I didn’t take their advice until this weekend and I’m on my 5th consecutive day ordering. The Kobedi’s (kebab) are absolutely unreal (Sahara Grill Rochdale restaurant level) so this is my go to order, however I’ve sampled the Chicken and Lamb kebabs too and they’re unreal. All the meat is quality and cooked to perfection in the clay ovens. When I say this is the best takeaway I’ve ever had (to the point of me deleting my JustEat and Domino’s app) you better believe it. Unreal.”

“First time ordering and was honestly the best Chinese we’ve had in a very long time. Everything was fresh and hot! Officially our new Chinese go to. Thank you”

“I can’t thank this place enough! My car broke down on the motorway and I ended up just outside the restaurant. My phone was dead, and they kindly let me charge it inside. Parking is a big issue in the area because of a nearby concert, but they found a space for me and let me leave my car there overnight. They even gave me food while I waited — and Mr. Shah refused to take any money for it. I honestly can’t explain how grateful and happy I am. The kindness and generosity they showed me was incredible. Truly amazing people — thank you from the bottom of my heart!”

“First time trying this place and it was delicious!! Had the share box and honestly couldn't get enough of it! All the staff there super friendly! Will highly recommend and for sure will be returning!! Thanks guys”

“Favourite chippy. Love the food. Been coming here for years. Dan and his family are friendly and provide a great service.”

“Great medditeran influenced cafe, good for breakfast or scones.”

“Had the full breakfast, excellent food, hot and very tasty. There is plenty of choice and the staff are willing to help with any special requests if they can. The staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful. Well worth a visit for the breakfast.”

“Absolutely brilliant night, first class entertainment and landlady so welcoming and helpfull everyone extremely thoughtfull and one very kind gentleman bought my wife and I a drink even though we had only just met. Lovely down to earth people can't wait to go again.”

“Beautiful, traditional pub ran by a fantastic landlord and landlady. Bar staff are excellent and it's just a really friendly pub. They are following all the Covid rules, unlike some places and have a small beer garden for the good weather.”

“Nice friendly pub, quiet at lunch time. Very clean!”

“Extremely happy with my MOT and service. Fast and efficient, Value for money & He’s a very nice trustworthy man who owns the place. Would highly recommend.”

“Will not go anywhere else. You get a proper haircut unlike some others where you feel like your on a conveyor belt and they're rushing to get you out. Very detailed and ALWAYS do a good job”

“I called ASH Timber as I needed a cabinet floor for an under sink kitchen unit. I was to come down at 1:30pm we discussed what wood would be best as it’s to go under a sink. First he tried to find some off cuts to save me some money which I thought was really nice but end up selling me a quarter panel and cutting to size for me it was the best price and really good service thanks once again I highly recommend them”

“- lovely staff members - so many events on! - love going to alkrington craft market there - good room to hire if you’re hosting an event”