The Red Lion Inn - Piatti

La Mancha

➤ 5 The Butts, Rochdale, United Kingdom

Piatti • Tapas • Vegan • European • Vegetarian

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"I was in the area with a friend and we were looking for a place to get for a quick lunch. We found La Mancha and, initially, we were the only ones in there, but decided to give it a try anyway. Once inside, you'll be welcomed by a quaint atmosphere, with a colorful and eye-catching décor. It does remind me of my own Latin roots. From the table we were seating, everything felt like a authentic Spanish location. Even the street outside gets feels like completely different place, than the busy city beyond the buildings that surround it. There was Spanish music playing in the background which was at the ideal volume, loud enough to cover any background or street noise but quiet enough that it doesn't distract or covers your own conversation. Anyway, we have ordered a couple of dishes each and I must say, we weren't disappointed. Everything was fresh and tasty and completely on par with the look and feel of the restaurant. Prices were quite good and we were satisfied with the overall experience. On the downside, this restaurant might be a bit tricky to find as it's on a narrow side street, but it's definitely worth it and I highly recommend it."

Suburb Cafe

➤ 569 Bury Road, OL11 4DQ, Rochdale, United Kingdom

Piatti • Cafés • Kebab • Mexican • European

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"I have been a patron of Suburb for many years, since its opening, and I have always had positive experiences. However, my recent visit was extremely disappointing. We had made a reservation for 5 people, but only three of us had arrived on time. Within ten minutes, the waitress/owner rudely informed us that we needed to order our food immediately because our table was needed. We were not informed about any time restrictions when making the reservation, and the service felt rushed and disorganized. It seemed as though they had overbooked. We felt pressured by the manageress and waitresses to hurry up and order. Additionally, they made mistakes with a vegan order and forgot to bring water. When we asked for the water, the manageress responded with a disrespectful facial expression. Overall, the atmosphere was disappointing."

Basils Traditional English

➤ Market Street, Rossendale, United Kingdom

Piatti • Wine • Steak • Cakes • British

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"Visited here to celebrate a family engagement recently. To begin with the service was quick attentive. However, as the night progressed service become overwhelming and on the side of frustrating. When ordering the waitress disappeared for 5 minutes to figure out what they had...left On return she didn't even say anything just stared blankly. Odd. Once ordered, she then returned and said they didn't have any steaks for the Surf Turf' that was ordered. Weird Unsure how she missed telling us this when she asked the kitchen pre-ordering? Anyway, we were offered a replacement for the steak which we accepted without bother, with the agreement the steak would be discounted off the final bill. This however did not happen. Once food arrived...slowly may I add...In the space of 2 minutes we were asked by 3 different staff members if we were happy with everything around 6 or 7 times. Lovely they want to ensure we are ok, however when you haven't even started yet or you are trying to finish a mouthful you just want to eat in peace enjoy private conversation. Food was okay. Below par cold. After being, what felt like, hurried out of the door at the end (the staff clearly were ready to go home by 9pm) we were left feeling incredibly underwhelmed. All I can recommend is stay away from the Dianne Sauce."

The Baum

➤ 33-37 Toad Lane, OL16 1AP, Rochdale, United Kingdom

Piatti • Pub • Steak • Vegan • British

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"What a gorgeous little gem. Passing through Rochdale we wanted somewhere nice for a healthy pub lunch. This was a stunning little historic pub apparently fully a slice of the past, preserved on a tiny street with gas lamps opposite a huge church, beside a building that commemorates the start of the cooperative movement and is now a museum. As if that was not enough, the food was fabulous, fresh, beautifully put together — we had a tapas like collection of delicious plates. The beer was real ale and the staff we met were just so personable and friendly. We ate under a pretty tree in the back garden but there were lovely small saloons inside looking like something out of diagon alley. You have to go there if visiting Rochdale."

Healey

➤ 172 Shawclough Raod, OL12 6LW, Rochdale, United Kingdom

Piatti • Pub • Seafood • British • European

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"Had a Sunday Lunch. Very enjoyable but the Yorkshire Pudding was too big and overdone. The portions are large. In years gone by this would not have been a problem but with advancing years I can't eat it all. I hate waste and I will ask for a smaller meal on the next visit. The service was very good and will definitely be returning. Excellent beer."