Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen in Manchester

As non residents recently arriving in Manchester, we found this place via Google. Reviews of 4 stars! Pah! Got directed by reception, down stairs. Asked for a table for four and had to wait for table to be cleared. Literally only three tables were taken in what looks to be an extensive restaurant. We should have realised then we were going be dissapointed. Were were hungry and sat down. After 10 mins no one came to serve us. Asked at the bar to be told "you have to order at the bar". There is nothing any where on the bar or restaurant that indicates this. OK, we order at the bar or at least we tried. On what was not an extensive menu most options were not available. Ordered 2 8oz Ribeye steaks, medium rare, with skin on fries and onion rings. Food was delivered around 8.30pm, one was medium the other cremated! No one came to the table to ask how our meals were and failed to bring the onion rings. All for meals, that you have to pay up front for! Coupled with the beers not available from the bar and to be told we couldn't order a desert because the kitchen closed at 9, our complaint was to be heard. Went to reception to speak to the manager. To be told we were told at check in, we would have known. We were walk ins! Manager was useless! Apologised but couldn't accept responsibility! I showed her the 3.9 review and the fact that the website showed the restaurant was still open! She apologised that they weren't up to our standards, in fact they are not living up to their own standards! They get a 1 star as there is nothing lower! Massively dissapoited with the start to our weekend in Manchester!

Dimly lit wine bar with an extensive wine list. Classy and sophisticated.

Ordered the vegan burger, absolutely tasteless and upset my stomach couldn't eat it. Costa coffee was clap cold. For the price a total rip off. Ray Wadsworth - Room 438

Christ the food is so unbelievably bad. Spicy buffalo wings had no spice at all. Super green salad was missing half the components (cucumber, mange tout & avocado), was also limp, greasy and Brown from pan fried broccoli and peas - £13! Did inform the waiter who was polite but just nodded and said he’d pass it on. Might be the most depressing dinner I’ve ever had. I wanted steak but was told they didn’t have any. I wanted blackened prawns, again they had none. What a shame!

It was weird that you're not allowed to use the lift down unless you're staying in the hotel. But the food, staff and venue are all great.

Without doubt one of the worst Burgers I have eaten... ridiculous quantity, steak for which I am still looking for the taste of meat, not to mention the attitude of the waiters... unpleasant, haughty, unfriendly... not one to make up for the other ! Don't waste your time or money in this place!

Sans doute un des plus mauvais Burger que j’ai mangé… quantité ridicule, steak pour lequel je cherche encore le goût de viande, sans parler de l’attitude des serveurs… désagréables, hautains, peu aimables… pas un pour rattraper l’autre! Ne perdez ni votre temps ni votre argent dans cet endroit!

We stopped here and had breakfast on the morning. Good selection of food and drinks available. We all opted for cooked breakfast and were not disappointed with the selection: bacon, eggs, sausages, baked beans, tomatoes, mushrooms. With toast available as well as bagels, croissants, and pain au chocolat. In addition, fruits and cereals and a selection of hot drinks. Great value.

This restaurant is located in the hotel I was staying. I wasn’t intending to use it, however, after the long trip from Australia to England, I had managed to achieve a lot of jetlag. Further to this, I had an upset stomach. So rather than exploring, Manchester, we had to sit quietly, allowing me to feel better. This was an excellent place to do so. It was very quiet, with comfortable furniture. We ordered a couple of cold drinks, and sat here. The advantage of going to Oddsocks is that it’s very quiet, it’s beautiful laid out, and it’s open to all age groups. Service was a little hit and miss… but it did the job!

Good atmosphere there was lipstick on my glass and it smelt a bit like sweat but the people there were nice watched eorldcup on the sofas

We stopped here for tea. We had to find someone to serve us, then they didn't know how to serve a simple drink. A lady said they'd come and take our meal order and we waited 30mins before I went to find someone and turns out that server had gone home. Then most things weren't available on the menu and my partners burger was dry and tastless. The table next to us had the same experience. It was a all round bad experience and I'll never go back.

Extremely overpriced. If it wasn’t for the fact that we were so hungry we’d have asked for our money back. Quality of food is very poor, portions are small for the price and all pretty bland. Would never visit again. Only gave it 1 star for the fact that we didn’t have to wait that long.

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Great little bar in the Jurys Inn, lovely feel. Stay away from the vegan pizza though

The bar staff were unhelpful and miserable The food terrible I ordered the 1/2 roast chicken and it was completely dry Not a good dinner at all

Food wasn't hot enough and rather expensive bar snacks.

A group of us went to eat there yesterday. We looked at the menus but most of them had about 40% of the items obliterated in blue ink which looked very uninviting. It was confirmed that they did not have a great choice and when I went to order a tuna melt that item had also been removed. I ended up ordering what was meant to be a Grilled Cheese Focaccia (on a rosemary focaccia) but it was a plain panini with a little dish of mayonnaise. It was the most expensive grilled cheese sandwich (at £9.50) I’ve ever had and the cheese was only on the base. It didn’t even come with a small salad. Some of my friends had the same and were of the same opinion. The other food was all very heavily carb based and very little protein and no vegetables. Would not return.

No service, no food, just a bunch of staff chilling and chatting at the bar.

The staff were very friendly and the beers are ok (Boddys for me), but the Cheeseburger was very disappointing - the burger was overcooked and so very dry and flavourless, and I didn't notice any cheese or relish at all. The Cheesecake was good and it was a large slice, although it was nothing special.

I expected far better - the cheeseburger was overcooked and dry with almost non-existent cheese or relish and so had little taste. Very disappointing. The cheesecake was ok but nothing special. The staff were friendly.

Only 1 of the staff had professionalism, although I was left everyday at the counter waiting to be seated by staff and they saw but did nothing. Most of the staff were young and left me waiting ages for my drink, only to give it to me with my meal? Which I found weird and other times I had to ask for my drink even though the staff were talking at the bar and the restaurant was not busy at all.

We stayed at Jury's Inn and visited their restaurant and I am glad we did. Its a lovely place. The service from Natasha was great and the food and drinks were terrific. I would definitely recommend it.

Popped in for a drink before graduation event. Surprisingly quiet but staff very pleasant, good selection of drinks and food menu looked good. Didn't order any food but table close by did and it looked good.

It’s not normally write a review but the level of hospitality, service and friendliness I couldn’t not. Big shout to Ben the night manager, he went above and beyond and was so helpful. Thank you Ben. Give a him a pay rise, top lad!!!! Big shoutout to the security staff too!!! They were also amazing. This is the only hotel I will be staying at in Manchester going forward! Could not recommend more highly!

We weren't even sure if it was open, but the barman was lovely and the food was good. It just very much felt like a hotel breakfast room.

Good food and great service. Natascha and Petronio are friendly and super welcoming. If you stay in Jury's hotel, it's the right place for a casual dinner

Still waiting for food but most surprised that with 4 young waiting staff behind the bar on a quiet Sunday night when I asked a passing waiter to order I was told I had to go to the bar myself to do so. Also had to pay for food before receiving it. A bit unusual for a hotel restaurant . Hope food lives up to their confidence.

The breakfast here is really good. There is a large selection of food, all which is cooked well. The restaurant is very clean and modern.

Great bar good bar food and very friendly staff

One member of staff stood out her name is Kylie and she went above and beyond to organise some bar bar snacks for us.

Excellent choice of breakfast in relaxing surroundings, staff were friendly and polite and asked if we had finished when they were looking to clear up .

Wonderful, attentive staff, food was delicious with good size portions. I will definitely go again in the future.

Natasha, Chris and Bart deserve all the credit. Their impeccable customer service and cheerful attitudes completely changed our own after our flights were cancelled. The drinks were tasty and their conversations and love for Manchester infectious. If you happen to stay at Jury’s Inn you’ll have a wonderful stay but don’t go away without going down to Oddsocks and enjoy some good company and a pint too.

Stayed over at the Jurys Hotel in Manchester, and went down to the Oddsocks restaurant and bar for a few drinks and a bite to eat. Really great, friendly service.

Very polite staff and nice environment

Stayed here a couple of times and enjoyed going in the bar and enjoyed the food. Nice place and nice staff.

First night I ordered a burger and fries as I'd been told it was the special and I wasn't disappointed, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was fast and friendly. Second night I ordered pizza and it was deeelicious.. I'd eat here again next time I'm in town.

We have came in here twice for a nightcap whilst staying in the hotel. We had beer and Pizza's around 12pm... what's not to like ?

We had a lovely meal and Chris the waiter was an absolute charm and he was so kind and helpful with the menu and was a breath of fresh air! If only more people in the world were like him! Thanks for looking after us...

Not somewhere I would choose to eat again. It says it’s burgers are its specialty but some were off the menu (as well as the ales). Burger arrived but no condiments or any service asking if I needed anything. In the end had to go...

Nice venue lovely staff - really makes a difference when you're out and about to be looked after by lovely people.

Called for a sandwich and pint before a concert in the adjoining Bridgewater hall. Disappointing.It almost seemed like an object lesson in how not to make a ham sandwich. Take two pieces of thick cut sliced bread, smear them with mustard and then interpose a...

Away from the hustle and bustle of the Christmas Markets we popped in for dinner The staff looked after us and their humour was enthralling : they could see we were drenched due to rain, and loaded with bags they joked the restaurant was closed ! We chose nachos and 12 chicken wings to share as a starter. The chilli beef on the nacho was amazing - not minced beef - more stewed steak and the nachos were home made and to die for The bbq chicken wings were tasty I struggled to finish the pizza - it was delicious too ! With a couple of gins the bill came to £47 The restaurant was in the basement so leaving we struggled as the lift required you to be a resident . A young man promised to give me a fireman’s lift up the stairs - it was my best offer all day and caused endless amusement on the train journey back to Huddersfield ;) This is a great place to eat - it wasn’t too busy and food was delicious It’s not far from Oxford Rd Train Station !

Quiet Monday lunch fish in batter thick cut chips

Stayed one night and pleasantly surprised, I thought Jury's was a bit up-market Travel Lodge/Premier Inn but its not, it is a very nice hotel (nothing wrong with the aforementioned though for just a clean bed). Very comfortable beds, and clean bathroom. Pity a previous...

We had dinner here as it was pouring down outside the hotel and we didn’t fancy getting soaked while searching for somewhere to dine. What a pleasant surprise we had. The food was delicious. My wife had the Thai Sea Bass whilst I went for...

Really useful place to have a bite to eat before going to Bridgewater Hall and there are several gluten free options on the menu which means it caters for all my family members. Helpful staff, reasonably quick service considering food freshly made and a relaxed...

Didn't rate the service. Do the staff care

Came here before an event at the Bridgewater Hall recently. Restaurant in the basement of the hotel so felt a bit dark. We ordered garlic bread to share and then 2 mains. We had a seven year old with us so she had a starter...

I had steak pie and buttery mash - and that was all that arrived on my plate came (except for gravy) BUT no veg - it WAS nice but quite expensive for just a small pie and a bit of mash so a bit disappointed.

Having stayed in the hotel for a month I had eaten in the hotel on three or four occasions only to come across the same problem is time they are on able to cook steaks keep them warm Cannot even bring the right food to...

Excellent double burger. Expensive but very delicious. It was very quiet so not much atmosphere but service was good, food very good. Unfortunately I didn't take a photo of the burger but it didn't last long. Colleagues recommend the halloumi bites starter.

Would not eat there again. Very expensive and very small portions. Food was just about warm. Sent back as inedible.

We were staying at the hotel and decided to have our evening meal at Oddsocks. We had an issue with our Camembert being cold but our waitress Quinnay, dealt with it superbly. Our main meals and Quinnay’s service, made up for the small glitch with...

The menu here has a wide selection of foods which I thought were reasonably priced. It was tasty and the portions were huge! I particularly liked the nachos as a starter, as well as the halloumi. Was really good and will definitely return!

Bar area was nice and staff were really pleased to look after us in the evening. Breakfast was okay but not hot! Food was barely warm prefer to see food being cooked on site fresh rather than sat under heated lamps.

This was our last stop on a busy night out. Pablo was excellent friendly courteous and good to chat to.

We ate here whilst staying at the hotel ,lovely clean place with good food and staff that cant do enough for you. If we had to comment on anything it would be to have a slightly larger stock of craft / pump beers .Apart from...

This is a hidden gem within Jurys Inn Manchester. Bar and food hall has recently been done up and is such a warm and friendly place to eat and drink. Decor is spot on with a modern look. Drinks were reasonably priced for a city...

Had a lovely time staff were freindly it was very nice just to sit have a beer, chat and unwind. Great tojust chill.

Decent food and friendly staff at a hotel bar and kitchen. Fun!

Staff couldn't do enough for our 30-strong group of conference delegates and provided a high class service with professionalism and friendliness. Would definitely recommend!

Great starters and friendly service. Drinks were reasonably priced. Our first meal here was excellent and can recommend the burgers. Would not say the same for the steaks we had on our second visit. 8 oz sirloin at £18 and then £2 for sauce, served...

Stayed at the fabulous hotel, breakfast was sooo disappointing, flaccid bacon, cold mushrooms, rubbery scrambled eggs, barely cooked fried eggs. choice of toast - barely warm bread or overdone. No marmalade. An incredibly poor buffet that charged £12.00 - No decaffeinated tea, when employee was...

Situated in Jury's hotel, Deansgate. Typical hotel prices- £15 for a salad or fish and chips. I had nachos with sides of slaw and rocket with Parmesan. Food was good. 20% off in January. They forgot to take the discount off but did see me...

Excellent value-for-money, convenient location. I had breakfast there doing my stay at Jurys Inn Hotel.

The restaurant wasn’t even half full but the reason I was given for the poor service I received was that they were very busy with room service! I finally had my order taken after sitting for 10 mins. I had to remind someone to bring...

Just a quick review to say we ate evening meal and breakfast and very happy with the food. Our only problem arose in the evening when the service could have been better. I believe one of the waitresses was new but that doesn't excuse the...

Breakfasted here as was part of my hotel stay at Jurys inn Manchester Breakfast was excellent as were the staff members , friendly and helpful .. probably only used by guests as it is tucked away on the lower ground floor

I had a good burger here - went for a double since I wasn't paying for it. The cost if you are paying is certainly too high but you'd expect that in a hotel restaurant. Service was good and I left with a full belly.

Enjoyed full cooked breakfast, plenty of choice, hot food and available until after 10:00 am. The room overlooks the canal and there is seating on the decking for warmer days

We stayed in the hotel and decided to try the restaurant as we got in late and the menu seemed appealing. Of the four things ordered, three went back to the kitchen. Onion rings had huge lumps of flour in the batter, raw sweet potato...

We stayed at the Hotel and really thought that this was the best bit! Excellent choice of seating, nice staff and atmosphere and good choice of drinks.