Half Way House in Oldham

Not been for 6 months due to the group of F ers that sit round the table near the front door , but went in on Friday for a meal and no change , a group of 6 F ing this and F ing that and F ing everything , totally unsuitable with my 9 year old grandson going for a game of pool , wont be going again . Food was good though .

Got food poisoning from here was so ill.Messaged them numerous times but been ignored me so that's why the review is on here.Disgusting

Lovely staff lovely food very clean can’t wait to explore the menu and try all sandwiches steaks and different starters delicious

We called here when we were passing and managed to get a table. The food was very freshly cooked and delicious. It is a reasonable price and the service is good

We booked a table for 10, service was excellent, food delicious. We did however feel that we had been penalised for being a big party with a 10% service charge (£23). Next time we will check the small print on the menu.

Arrived at the pub at 2.45 and. Ordered drinks ,after about 30 minutes we decided to order,there was 6 of us . Don,t get me wrong the meal was fist class The only trouble was that at 5.30 we where told we had to move because our table was booked for 5.45 We had spent £165 and half the tables were empty This for me is bad customer service We where not told there was a time limit on your table Will go in again for a drink but not food

Friendly staff, quick service, lovely food all piping hot and very hearty portions Will definitely be back. Compliments to the chef

We booked @ 6.30pm for 12 including a baby in a pram. We pre booked our main meals as requested, but they would not let us order starters as we had not prebooked them. It took a hour and a half for meals to be served even though we prebooked and the place was not busy. and the meals were of the frozen kind, eg; chips. and to top all this we had a service charge. then we asked for a desert, They brought the menu 20 mins later we had to go and tell them we were ready to order as they were stood by the bar talking. other people came in after us and were served both starters and mains

Amazing again brilliant service couldn’t do enough for us. Food fabulous as always. Great atmosphere Lovely evening spent as always

This restaurant/pub is a flavor fiesta! Each dish is a masterpiece, bursting with taste that'll dance on your plate. And the staff? Absolute stars! They treat you like royalty, always with a smile and ready to go that extra mile to make your experience special. You leave with your belly full, your taste buds thrilled, and your heart warmed by the genuine care they show. It's the kind of place that leaves a lasting impression and has you planning your next visit before you've even left

Had a great experience at the half way house with friends everyone enjoyed there food well prepared and presented prices are reasonable restaurant clean the pub itself has nice interior relaxing atmosphere service good everyone happy

We hadn’t book just called in on spec and managed to get a table. It was busy and we had to wait a bit for food but this wasn’t a problem. The food was lovely and very reasonable. The staff are friendly and helpful

we have been four times and have not been let down . food really good and pleasant staff. we eat out on a regular basis and the halfway house is now on our list of places to visit.

I have been here lots of times and as usual tonight ordered a medium rare sirloin streak. However when I cut into it, it was very overcooked. I didn't eat any of it, I didn't even wait for a waitress I walked straight to the till area to inform them. The waitress came back out and told me the chef said it was cooked med rare and if I expected a replacement steak I would have to pay again. I told them to cancel my order and that I would not be paying for a meal I couldn't eat. She went away, a few minutes later she came back saying the chef expected me to pay half the cost of the meal because I had eaten part of it - I hadn't. I told her I was not paying anything. She went away, again few minutes later came back to say chef says you have to pay half because the steak was med rare when it left the kitchen! Utter rubbish. Again told her I would not. She went away. Another manager then appeared and said the chef wants you to pay half the cost, are you willing to do that? I said no, he went away and that was eventually that. All of this was in the middle of the busy dining area! It spoiled our evening, my friends couldn't enjoy their meal whilst this was happening and they felt uncomfortable that I did not have a meal. I am booked in for half term with 5 other friends but that will now be cancelled. Never had such a bad time over a poorly cooked steak!

Called in this cosy pub for a couple of beers after a walk in the local park. A lovely welcome, choice of decent beers and a seat in the corner. TVs all over showing different sports but with the volume turned down so we could hear the great music.

Good choices could do with cooking proper chips instead of mass produced steak chips which to me had been frozen but food is good sometimes you had to attract the attention of staff who seemed to gather in corner for chats

Went for first time today - food ok service quick - nothing to distinguish it from other local pubs. Went on recommendation today for Sunday lunch. Portions far too large , roast potatoes not really roasted.Minimum amount of veg.. Unlikely to return for Sunday lunch.

Really good food but service and wait times are diabolical, sort out your act for service not as much money you can stuff in your tills

We came here to have lunch with some friends. The food and service was great. This was our first visit, it won't be our last

I have been here its of times and the food is consistently of great standard with great service at a great price. The sirloin steak is always fantastic and the Christmas menu this week was fantastic, so tasty, such generous potions.

We love it so much here we come every week! The menu is varied but they are also willing to slightly adjust the food to meet your dietary requirements. All the staff are amazing, Emily always remembers my husband’s preferences & special requirements 🥰 The food is absolutely gorgeous & very competitively priced. I like sirloin steak rare but hot, not many places can do that, but it’s perfect every time here!!! If you’ve not dined at the Halfway House you are missing out. Thanks Vicky & your amazing team for another fabulous evening!! See you next week, Mel & Jus xx

Great food , had a meal booked with family for my sons 21st , the pub was busy , luckily we booked a table , food was excellent , ( in-laws been recently and fish and chips not so good ) everything was fresh , chicken sizzler was great , would defo go again

We went on Tuesday for evening the 17th October 2023 I had the steak sizzler and my friend had the chicken sizzler and my husband had the suet pudding and we all really enjoyed it it was very tasty and beautiful and we finished of with the Sunday of the day and even that was beautiful the staff were very welcoming and very friendly thanks for a lovely evening from the three of us xfantas

Oh my!! Never been before. Will defo be more regular!! Food was delicious. All empty plates. Staff are lovely!! Thank you. ☺️ (sorry I ate the most gorgeous cheesecake before I took the pic!)

Celebrated my mum n dad diamond wedding anniversary with 15 family and friends. We pre ordered to make it easier and had to pay a £5 each deposit. The staff were attentive and organised. They allowed us time to have a chat and get drinks and the food was lovely. Everyone had something different varying from hanging kebabs to steak and salmon. The sizzler dishes looked amazing. All the food arrived quickly and hot. I brought a cake and we were given plates to serve it up if we wanted which I thought was a kind gesture. The landlord was extremely thoughtful and gave my parents a bottle of champagne for their special milestone. They were over the moon with the gesture and would definitely revisit for the food and atmosphere.

Third time visiting in the last three weeks yesterday for food and drinks, each time we’ve visited the food and service have both been absolutely excellent. We are totally perplexed by the bad reviews given for this place as they do not give a true representation of the people or food. Once you’ve tried it you’ll see what we mean, high quality food, value for money and fabulous staff :-) See you all soon, Alex, Deborah & Ellie

Absolutely lovely food thank you so much, we will definitely be coming back soon :-) Staff are all amazing and friendly too and make you feel incredibly welcome :-)

Good pub and good pub food. Extensive menu with early bird specials Nice garden at back and massive car park. We always walk there weather permitting

Been here before and food not bad! And before any regulars on here moan about a person’s individual review - remember, this is what other people experience - good, bad or indifferent! We were so disappointed when we booked for a party of 10/11 at 8pm - we asked if a deposit was needed and the answer was NO. We also said that we would ring if the numbers decreased, which they didn’t! We arrived to find a rammed, crammed, noisy pub with a table set for 8 people! I didn’t appreciate the manager telling me that I must have got the numbers mixed up as I needed to pay a dep for over 10 people, hence having a table for 8. She was adamant that I was wrong! We had people coming to meet us from various places and had to quickly sort another venue on the last min on a Sat night - we ended up not too far away but had an exceptionally, brilliant night - sometimes you have to experience disappointment to find better! We had to walk out and the staff just looked the other way. I am sure you love, look after your regulars but in this day and age - all customers are important! Other bad reviews on here say that the manager is rude, well we can’t all be wrong - the manager needs to stay in the back out of the way and let the other staff deal with the customers.

Just returned from a lovely birthday evening at our favourite pub. Sat in the bar, had a couple of drinks and ordered some food. Pub very busyas usual, food arrived, absolutely spot on! Service excellent as always. Staff are always pleasant and polite. Best pub in Royton by miles! Thanks again everyone. 💙

Eaten here a few times now and every meal has been excellent whether in the pub side or the resturant. Dog friendly (pub side), and the staff have always been good, polite and efficient.

Celebrated my father in laws 80th birthday on 29th April with family. The food was amazing. Grest service and a good atmosphere. Would definitely recommend eating here and me and the hubby cannot wait to return.

Great Food and service. Nice atmosphere. Great for casual drink, sport of lunch of evening meal with friends or family. We live local. Lovely and clean inside too - A +++

We have been here on a few occasions now,always been really good,this time i was a little bit disappointed. We arrived around 4pm,the nice spring weather had brought a few out to the beer garden,only a few inside,so getting a table for four was ok....

Mothers day celebration at our favourite pub. Can't believe people are allowed to write bad reviews and get them published with no defence. We was on a table near the people that complained about a meal, and never heard the manageress ranting and raving to...

We booked a meal for Mothers Day with my mother and my brother in laws mother and other family members. We pre-booked our meals initially and then a further order of 2 sauces was added later. The 2 sauces did not arrive and when queried,...

I want to complain about the Manageress in the Half Way House Royton - really unacceptable behaviour, shouting and rude to our table, despite the issue being down to her / her staff not reading the messages properly for a pre-order. Having since looked on...

Service and food absolutely spot on by vicki and her team as always. We have never had a bad meal in all the years we have been coming.

We visited this pub after a walk around the country park. We’d read some previous reviews but you don’t always know until you try. We really enjoyed our visit today and the food was delicious.

Today I have visited the Half way House for lunch with a friend. It was very good as per usual, good food, good selecton of drinks and good atmosphere, the service is impeccable and we are lucky to have a local pub in our area...

Me and my family visited the halfway house for lunch and are frequent guests here however today there was 2 meals that wasn’t enjoyed having frequently had this meal it wasn’t up to scratch and didn’t taste very nice I simply informed the manageress Vikki...

visited the halfway house today 27/02/23 for what we thought was going to be a nice enjoyable afternoon out, however this was the total opposite, the manageress how she has that title I will never understand… how can you ask your customers how there food...

We visited today and go to the halfway house quite frequently. The female manager was so defensive and rude to us all and was shouting infront of customers in the restaurant and at us when we had a baby with us aswell. Never been spoken...

Can't believe some poor review's? had a lovely night on Saturday, restaurant was packed but a great atmosphere, good food, good service and exceptional staff, we found all the staff were efficient and friendly, special thanks to Ella, top waitress. Eric.

My family and friends go into the halfway house most weekends and recently the manager has been so rude with us , last night last orders was 8.40pm the pub was busy but he decided he had enough so was closing early, I got told...

Went on a Monday for mums birthday service horrendous food awful . I rang later to tell them as did not want to upset my mum . Manager was rude although she knew the service was bad . Denied food was bad we had 4...

One of the best pasta dishes iv had in a long time it was off the special menu will be back soon hope its still on when we return

I would recommend a course in customer service for this manageress. She is extremely rude . Shouting at my family and I across the restaurant. She was so unprofessional and treated us like rubbish. So much so that we left the premises and shall not...

Very busy pub but the lady at the front desk was so helpful, she did say they were fully booked and had nothing for us, we decided to stay for a drink, she came over 5 minutes later she had found us a table she...

Fantastic meal tonight. We had the gammon, fish, steak and beef in ale pie. It was lovely and fresh and could not fault the meal. The waiting on staff were so attentive. My only gripe was the condiments being in sachets. I understand why they...

It was our first visit here for food and it won’t be our last! Staff were welcoming and showed us to our table. The menu had lots of options to suit all tastes. We opted for steak and ale pie, Cajun chicken burger and chicken...

Had a wonderful time, staff are mint especially I think she was called Ella, Conor and Sam. Very welcoming and amazing food. I had messy fries 10/10 and the kebab exquisite flavours. I highly recommend this pub to everyone

We had a lovely meal at a very good price. We had booked a table and glad we did as it was very busy. We all had a main only but wouldn’t have been able to fit any other food in as the portions were...

Food great. Asked what curry was and said liked hotter. No problem kitchen did me a Madras. Carbonara, pizza and burgers all great. Very good service and nothing was to much trouble and pub busy.

Visited this pub recently for a nice drink and a bite to eat but instead was presented with a very rude manageress. The pub was no where near at full capacity but as soon as we had finished eating she approached us rudely saying we...

After an intense game of Sunday league football and a big win, our team decided to go to this pub, which we have been in before and had no problems. Unfortunately, this time we came across the manager who seemed to take issue with everything...

After spending over £300 in these torrid Financial Times, we got treated like we were just a piece of poo on the ground by the Manageress. She loved to remind us that there was a ‘policy’ of no groups under the age of 25, this...

I visited this restaurant for the first time this week and it certainly won't be the last. Excellent food. Very attentive staff. Excellent value. Good atmosphere. Comfortable surroundings. A must to visit. I highly recommend and am looking forward to dining here again.

I had my 60th birthday here. Vicki, her team and bar staff ensured we had a brilliant night delivering excellent customer service. We were a party of 16 and everyone commented on a fantastic night. If you book at the halfway house you will not...

Called in here for food & drink sunday afternoon, have past here so many times & never been in, and what a delight it was! It was quite busy but thats a good sign. We were a party of 5 & our order was taken...

Had a fantastic evening last week introducing some friends we had met on a cruise to the lovely cuisine and entertainment through the landlords quiz that was rudely interrupted by some people, who maybe haven’t been out for a long time. Our friends were really...

I haven't been here in year's,so on my uncle's recommendation we thought we'd try it out. This was my daughter's birthday,she's not fussy about where she goes. We arrived around 4,30pm,quite a few enjoying the sunshine in the beer garden/patio area,we entered the bar area,nice...

Since all the restrictions have ended, this local establishment has gone from strength to strength. Quiz nights on a Wednesday evening always busy, Fridays busy, we always go for tea. The food is fantastic. Try the rag pudding it's delicious. Plenty of choice on the...

A very good local pub much improved since prior to lockdown & due to new team who have a great kitchen & bar service. A refreshing can do attitude good customer service better than average menu & good bar . Well worth a visit with...

The staff are so helpful and considerate making every effort to help me and my family feel comfortable. Great service from all staff especially Demi who went above and beyond to ensure we had a great night. Thank you

My family and I had our first Christmas meal out at the Halfway House, our local. We supported the pub through lockdown and go in there regularly to eat. The management and staff are always so friendly and helpful. We have always had a nice...

Yet again we visited the halfway house for a meal and drinks on Thursday night. This time just me and my son but normally 4 of us. I cannot emphasise enough the service the staff give you, it is always polite, courteous and more than...

Family meal out great service nice place we enjoyed our meal payed and left within an hour one Family member was being sick and continued to be sick for 9 hours he had the mix grill and was the only one that had the mix...

Perhaps one of the best, if not the best, all round family pub in the Royton area. Good menu with something for all ages. Well priced and not too expensive. I personally had the mixed grill which was done exactly how i asked for and when it came was not over-faced with a mountain of chips as you sometimes are, well proportioned and very tasty. Excellent friendly team in front of house. First choice if I am out.

I have lived locally to this pub for many many years and it has always been very hit and miss which has been a shame because it's a lovely pub. The owners now have really turned it around. It's always busy and having eaten there...

Very average food. Smallest piece of cheese and onion pie I’ve ever seen, so much so I wondered if they had ran out! The rest of the food was just ok, nothing special. However, was a nice atmosphere and staff were polite and attentive, just...

Nothing majorly wrong it was just a bit bland and for a pub not cheap .My partner was a liitle more pleased with her meal.

We had a lovely lunch here. We hadn’t booked but managed to get a table even though it was quite busy. The food was excellent and the service very good

Once again lovely good cooked food with family & friends, football on playing pool with good beer, the beast burger was amazing 😋

Amazing food and very polite staff. We attend this pub at least twice maybe three times a month, always a pleasure.

Meal was very good the braised steak and mash but when I checked the payment for 2 of the above and diet coke was priced at £5.50 a blonde male took our order but I got the feeling he's on the make. Couldn't be bothered...

Let me start by saying your place is spotlessly clean you're staff are very welcoming and did a great job tonight,you're San magal tastes good, clean and kept well. You're food isn't the best ordered 2 Cheese&Onion pie which was stated Home Made, 1 with...

The staff (with the exception of the owner) were as you would expect.The owner shouted at my nephew for playing near the door (sat outside for COVID) and although I don’t disagree with what he was aiming to achieve he shouted at my nephew as you would shout at a dog. He is 7. (This man had no mask in and breached the 2 meters whilst telling him off) if the pub disagree please post cctv and/or I will share images.I approached the owner/ manager to explain my nephew was in tears and he shouldn’t speak to children in such a way. He justified his actions and told me “they shouldn’t be playin” to which I explained I don’t disagree and he should have spoke to me rather than shout at. 7 year old.The end product was the owner (as he called himself) stating it’s his pub and he will run it as he likes.The other staff are nice and seemed sick of this old mans aggression and lack of people skills.Avoid taking children and please of youDo complain to the pub and the brewery and take the complaint to the ombudsman is your not happy with the response.I would have ignored the overcooked food and poor quality seating (most are ok but we were unlucky) 100 pound spent left with an unhappy nephew, wet and very unhappy. Don’t take kids around this man he is rude, aggressive, obnoxious and clearly dislikes families.

Only discovered this pub when passing as not long moved to the area and so glad we did. Booked in for a bite to eat after a family walk around Tandle Hill a few weeks ago and had a great time - they even sorted a bit of sun for us! We had the little one who just played nicely with kids from other tables on the grass next to the beer garden with us taking it in turns to look over them, so was nice and relaxed. We were so impressed after that visit we booked in the following week this time taking my elderly mum who is a tough cookie to please but she really enjoyed it and the staff couldn't be more attentive to her which is all you want for the Queen Bee. I've eaten in other JW Lees pubs and with no disrespect to them (other than the ping and ding ones) was pleasantry surprised by the food - soup was obviously home made and really nice while the salt and pepper chips I got with the hanging chicken kebab were proper ones with all the shizzle dizzle on them not just a bit of powder sprinkled over the top out of a jar. Can I just say a special thanks to the lady front of house (sorry I did not catch your name) - you have been extremely friendly and helpful to us on both occasions we have visited and we aren't regulars so it is clearly in your nature. You really did make both visits all the more enjoyable - what a great advert for the pub you are! Also a shout out to all your staff, mostly all youngsters (everyone's a youngster compared to me nowadays!) all of whom were very efficient but also took the time to chat and make sure we were all alight especially my mum, they are all a credit to themselves and to you. Lastly to the landlord for giving his hard working staff an early dart on a bank holiday Sunday evening so they could enjoy a night out themselves after a busy day at work - it's clearly a great place to work which filters down to the service us punters receive. Thanks for keeping the old school values alive

We went for tea ( or dinner if you're from the South) currently only allowed to eat and drink outside, due to Covid regs. However it is what it is. The food was excellent as always, great to have a pint or two with friends. The beer garden is great, staff are brilliant, Jack in particular is on the ball. Good to see that the pub is busy and you definitely need to book at this time. Can't wait until we're allowed inside again. Well done Vinnie.Covid safe environment. If you can't or don't want to follow what the gov has said you have to do, then stay away. It's not the staffs fault.

Lovely late lunch today. Fish,chips and mushy peas. Staff were helpful and really pleasant. Joe and Connor could not do enough for us. Made the visit pleasant. Food was lovely. Would definately recommend and will be going back again. Tables spaced out and gardens were really nice as was the food.

Fantastic as always, been in three times this week & got to say; the team are doing a brilliant job well done to Vicky & Vinnie! Great Beer, Great Food & Great company - keep up the good work! X x

Had a lovely Vegetarian Sunday roast and a glass of red, the food was wonderful and so fresh. The staff were very friendly, particularly Vicky who was so welcoming and couldn’t do enough. Great atmosphere, definitely recommend.

I came here after seeing the specials board, Would definitely recommend the duck sizzler special, The restaurant had very good Covid measurements in place with hand sanitizer at the door, we was welcomed with a lovely smile from our waitress Joanna,( we ask for her name as we wanted to give her a special mention) the food was hot a lots of it we will be going back to try more of the specials and to take advantage of the 50% off meals too.

Lovely food and amazingly friendly staff who are more than happy to help if needed. Great place to be.

I came here with a few of my friends after the new guildelines have been put in place, and I just have to say the staff and doing an amazing job!! I was sat down by a lovely waitress Joanna, she was so warm and welcoming!! I had the cheese and onion pie and it was amazing!! I was so pleased with the quality of service and food! Nothing was too much trouble. The atmosphere was also amazing I will definitely be returning!!!

Wouldn’t recommend for food , I’d heard some decent reviews so decided to check it out , however the cheesy garlic bread and cheese and onion pie was clearly microwaved and greecy , edible but not enjoyable , and the curry did not resemble a curry in any way shape or form , even the waitress said it didn’t look right , so should not have been served , and although the waitress was pleasant the service was shocking , having to wait 15 minutes just for menus when the pub was empty and waiting a further 10 to order , then after not managing our cheesy garlic bread starter we waited a further 25 minutes for the plates to be cleared

Fantastic friendly staff, good food and such a lovely place to relax and eat after work, staff clearly put the customers first, the menu is varied and lots to choose from, Joanna the waitress serves with a smile as do the rest of the staff, 100% we will go again Thank you

Went in today for lunch omg it was amazing and so reasonably priced. Service from Joanna was out of this world so attentive to our table. Would definitely recommend and we will definitely be back.

Had an evening meal at the Half Way last night - absolutely brilliant, Vicky who runs the show is so attentive and customer focused. The food was great & the salt & pepper wings are to die for! The pub is COVID safe and they take social distancing very seriously. Would certainly recommend a visit for drink or food but I will certainly be going for both again very soon.

Had a night out on Thursday 16th July Great meal ,great service we will be back again. Staff are fantastic.

been to this pub a couple of times even had xmas dinner there last year allways been nice but disappointing service this time very slow got cutlery after meal sat watching food going cold disposable condiments already used back in the dish (not very wise in the current climate ) steak over cooked sent it back by the time it came again my friend had finished her meal .. had to time asking for a drink / dessert and bill as the waitress walked past out table to other dinners felt like I was always asking them instead of the other way round .. shame

Been in for lunch today ordered braised steak and mash meat was tough and full of fat that really put me off NO salt so tasted bland was wondering if you have a new chief as I’ve had this meal before and it was nice but today it was horrible

A small group of friends meeting for lunch. It was lovely, nice friendly staff and a reasonable price. The service was good with just the right balance between leaving us to have a laugh and making sure we were okay & ready for dessert, which was also yummy.

The service is good like the food.Staff really friendly.I would definitely recommend the Halfway House to friends and family.

Arrived at this venue last night with my family meal & sevice and venue first rate,would recommend the Halfway House,my only regret i wish I had left the very pleasant waitress a far bigger tip

Just had Sunday evening meal with friends here and third time been in since refurbedI have to say the food and quality is really good The seating and decor are great Only negative is that the some staff don’t really come across as friendly and everything a bit much for them. However some staff are keen which is emphasising the difference more

Had a Sunday lunch here, Lovely service, meal was hot and freshly cooked, Even managed to squeeze in a desert, I lovely apple crumble and custard

Decided on last minute to have pub lunch, was not disappointed, first time in a while. Lovely surroundings and lovely staff, had steak and hubby had steak and ale pie which was very tasty, would highly recommend.

Booked there to celebrate 3 family members’ birthdays. Everything met our expectations and I’ve no hesitation in recommending it