Rec Room Coffee House & Salud Tapas Bar in Oldham

Love this place for meeting up with friends for brunch. Lively atmosphere. Great selection of food n drink.

Delicious food, incredible staff, dog friendly and very comfortable and cosy on a cold, blustery day. Highly recommend.

Can sometimes be slow with service esp if just wanting coffee and cake...Good food ..friendly staff...

Great place lovely food and nice atmosphere.

While visiting the area to visit family we called in near closing time, and they made us welcome. Great coffee, great lemon drizzle cake served by very friendly staff. I wish we lived near.

Delicious flat white and very good lunches. I had the avocado on toasted focaccia, and it was delicious and was a very generous portion. We sat out the back in quite a large seating area. The staff were friendly and the service was fast. Great place for lunch after a walk

Dropped in for a cup of tea. Sat in the lovely outside space, which was full of sun. Decided to have a sandwich and cake as well, and was not disappointed - both very tasty and big portions. Large teapot served 2 of us. The service was super friendly but also professional and quick. We will be returning very soon and would highly recommend this place.

Can't believe it's been open since 2015 and I've only just found this gem of a place. Great location with friendly attentive staff, lots of choice of food reasonably priced. Been back twice already 😄

I visited today with my 3 year old and I was impressed! It's a lovely, chilled, clean space with plenty to choose from on their menu for my little girl. The service was brilliant too. I will be back!

Some great drinks and food but Expensive

Called in today with my sister for lunch, and sat outside in the lovely garden. Food tasty, quick service and staff friendly and attentive.

Great place hidden away off the Main Street. Well worth hunting out.

Excellent food served by very pleasant staff

Flat entrance to right of building via garden

Great place for a spot of breakfast and the tapas is really good too.

We visited for a family Afternoon meal. Most of us had the ploughman's lunch including a vegy option all which was well presented and very tasty. My son wanted a tuna melt (deconstructed) and the staff were more than happy to accommodate. The atmosphere was so relaxed that the same son felt confident enough to ask the staff if he could play the piano which is so out of character and they were happy to allow this. A very relaxing atmosphere backed up by very tasty food what more could you want. Thank you guys just wished we lived closer. But see you next time

Gorgeous food, lovely staff, wonderful aesthetic and atmosphere. Coffee is excellent too. One of our favourite places to go with friends and our little family.

Great food, lovely staff, and nice ambience.

Lovely little place. Enjoyed a light lunch, staff very friendly and service good. Just a bit different from the usual.

I have been here countless times & only just writing a review! The place is wonderful and very welcoming. The menu is delicious and the staff are kind.

This is the kind of place that you look for when you go to those smaller villages on holidays. It's quaint, has really good quality food and is very fairly priced. If you would like a dining experience that's bustling but not busy, cosy but not cramped and homely without hectic give it a try some time.

Good atmosphere, friendly staff, good service.

Stopped by for coffee and lunch. Good coffee and BLT, with a number of options for the bread, brown, white or sourdough. Friendly staff and also dog friendly.

Lovely place to stop off for brunch or just cake and coffee. Not a fan of the Mexican beans that came with breakfast prefer just regular beans but that's my preference other than that food was scrummy

Not usually one to write reviews but today was exceptional. Always great good, service etc. Today I went in late afternoon with my friends after returning from a hospital appointment. I was tired and hungry. I ordered Welsh rarebit on toast only to be told apologetically a few minutes later that unfortunately the kitchen was closed now. Disappointed, but I understood and I agreed to have a scone. My friend explained that I was recovering from knee surgery etc etc and a couple of minutes later the lovely guy came back to tell me that they were going to make what I wanted in the kitchen. They were all smiling. Such kindness going over and above. I was so so touched. Thank you, to all concerned. What fab staff you are. And the Welsh rarebit and egg was delicious. Kindness really does make the world go around. Ten stars all round Jacqui 💕

DONT COME if you are alone, non-white. The customer service is not welcoming. I don’t recommend and not coming again. They lost me as a customer.

A good atmosphere, people there with well behaved dogs and children ha. It’s nicely decorated and put me in mind of an old school hall or community centre. I was kindly given a voucher for my birthday so went for afternoon tea. Very pricey and loads of it, the staff even said they had never known anyone finish it. I would have been happy with a cheaper priced and fewer cakes and sandwiches so that I could perhaps finish it. I had never been before and was surprised to find that they have been open a while because the service seemed like the staff were having teething problems. I would definitely have returned in the future if it was all new but seeing as they are established and still having issues that should have been ironed out with training at the start of setting up their business makes me wonder if I will ever return (I doubt it). The staff couldn’t make their mind up if it is table service or counter service. When asked what tea they had we were told “all of them”. No menus given so I used my phone to look up on their website at what teas they had. An impressive display of sandwiches and cakes came to our table and I swear other customers had food envy. Now I have taken afternoon tea in many places and for various prices and the one thing that they did on every occasion is explain what everything is but not here. We knew what we were eating upon tasting it. We were told to ask for hot water to top up the tea when we wanted it. We asked someone who said they would bring water and then didn’t. I eventually got up to ask at the counter who said they would bring it over, they did but it wasn’t enough for the two of us so I had to get up and bring more myself. My biggest criticism (and the reason I thought it was teething problems that they were having) is that nobody appeared to be working the room. By that I mean scanning the tables to clear them. The biggest no no for me in any restaurant, cafe, bar or pub is when the customer has to clean their own table before they can eat their food. The people next to us went to the counter for the cloth and spray to clean up before their food was ordered. No No… definite No No. The staff there are lovely, very polite but I think they could do with some strong leadership, I reckon they work hard but don’t work smart. My reviews are usually positive and upbeat and it’s taken me a while to decide to write a review for here but Google maps kept asking me to. Go along, enjoy it but I doubt very much that I will ever return.

Good food slowish service Two of our party were served their food 5 minutes before the others

Lovely food. Had the special. Great place. Lovely staff. Great music 👍🏽

Favourite place in Uppermill, lovely indoors and outdoors with delicious food and great service!

Fabulous place; staff chatty and friendly, amazingly laid back ambience

A lovely quiet off the beaten track venue with attentive staff and good wholesome food. Well done you. It makes great use of a building which is pleasantly situated in a quiet back street location.

Pleasant enough but bit noisy for me. Nice meeting place for mums with youngsters but niot for a quiet meal and a chat . Sorry

First visit to Rec Room today, lovely food, great service a good place to visit.

Pleasant and friendly staff. Nice, fresh food which came reasonably quickly and was piping hot.

Loved it. Excellent tapas, sangria, and lovely staff!

Lovely building and clearly a popular coffee house. The menu choices were very good and the food when it was finally served was very nice. Table booked for 1.00pm, food served 2.15pm. Not brilliant.

Really relaxed atmosphere, good food and friendly service. Plan to return soon.

Stayed locally and called in here for breakfast. Lots of choice in the village but this didn’t disappoint. Food was delicious

Used to be a favourite place but recently a bit disappointed.

Lovely place, nice food, staff were helpful. I'd definitely visit again

Love this place, great sandwiches, especially toasted. Cater for vegetarians and gluten free options available. Great scones, especially the cheese. Super service. Recommend booking at busy times. Haven't had chance to try the tapas yet in the evening.

What a gem!! This is such a amazing cafe, their sourdough bread is quite special and the atmosphere here is lovely, it's got high ceilings which makes a difference and I could have easily stayed a long time there. Gets busy though, but its worth the visit. Has steps to get in so not easily accessible for wheelchair users.

Always welcoming and friendly staff. Food is good and service fairly good. Everything with a smile

I really enjoyed my visit to the Rec Room. I went in the evening for the Tapas and I found the food was nicely cooked, great service and a nice atmosphere. I would definitely go back again sometime. It's well worth checking out.

Always get fab coffee here, and the homemade Victoria sponge was delicious

Had a fantastic veggie breakfast and smoothie here, really hit the spot. The flavors were just right and left me wanting more. Plus, the staff were super friendly and quick to serve.

Lovely staff. Excellent food. Dog friendly. Perfect! Thanks

Had a lovely lunch with my dream team girls.

A very civilised brunch with prompt service.

I have been here with family and friends and each time we have all enjoyed whatever we have ordered. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We also love the setting; the size, decor and different seating options.

This was my first visit to what I know is a very popular cafe. Staff very helpful and friendly. One of our servers was on a trial and this was clearly explained to us. We had a 4 year old with us and he was well catered for. The place was very busy but the atmosphere was very calm. Food was delicious and competitively priced. Coffee was amazing. I can't wait to have the opportunity to visit again

Reclamation room have a streamlined menu and great cake. Staff are friendly and attentive. The high ceilings can make it quite noisy when it's busy with diners, kids and dogs!

Just need to have a few beers in there now.

I've always liked this place. Everything feels honenade. But it isn't!!

Very tasty food and lovely atmosphere

Very nice food , well presented.

Very nice place. Food and coffee are lovely.

Great food. Great service. Didn't realize how big it was from inside. I got a veggie breakfast and husband got a normal breaky. Only downfall was plates were a bit too small and husband's breakfast didn't come with mushrooms and tomatoes. Also the beans were delicious. They were homemade which was so yummy. I have attached a menu as I couldn't find one online.

Great carrot cake and coffee,sat outside as was on a cycling route stop,will be back for more.

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Always friendly staff & great quality food & coffee. Plenty if space for prams & good changing facilities.

Bloody great food and staff in a unique setting.

Good coffee and atmosphere, food very tasty , maybe don't toast the soda bread so much for older teeth 😆 very crunchy

Lovely food but very slow service ..

First time here after being recommended by family member. Unfortunately the food and service fell well short of what was expected so we won't be going back. The cooked food was overcooked and bone dry and the cold food (a tuna wrap) was dripping and soggy. Would never recommend.

First time I have been here but its brilliant how its all done in old style. The food is very nice but just a little bit over priced for me. Well worth a look though.

Called in for coffee and had had slice of Santiago Cake which was amazing 👏 will be back as the menu was so good.

Lovely setting and food. Staff very kind and helpful.

The cakes are fabulous and you get a generous slice.

Fab food and lovely staff Recomend

Really nice place , sweet smoothies

Warm welcome, great coffee and very tasty salad 👍

Not tried inside seating but the terrace is very good and dog friendly, plowmans was one best i have had.

Great place for coffee and cake or food. Interesting menu with varied fresh salads. Good, chilled atmosphere and lots to look at, pictures, items for homes etc. Can eat in or out.

Excellent food and service. Lovely place.

Set in the heart of Uppermill Saddleworth just off the track for the Main Street next to the church! The quality of the cakes they make is amazing a bit more expensive than I would usually pay but worth the treat ! The lay out is amazing, staff are fantastic, I asked questions & the lady new everything! Milkshake top quality , the slabs of cake very filling dare you to eat two slices ! Enjoy the pictures & take a visit your self ! Very child friendly & dog friendly!

Great friendly staff. Very good food & coffee. Highly recommended

Brilliant place. Visiting great friend from London. I found the staff incredibly conscientious with polite and friendly attitude with amazing attention to allergies and preferences. That would be enough to get five stars but also the food is delicious. Came for lunch one day and back the next day for tea and cake. Well done RR, long may you succeed.

I really enjoy meeting friends here for coffee because I can have a piece of cake! (I can't eat dairy or soya). The staff are lovely and very helpful too.

Nice chilled atmosphere, eclectic mix of areas to sit from indoor and outdoor, tables or chill in big comfy front room chairs or sofas. Menu is varied for all types of foodies. Dog friendly!

Found this place by accident but I'm so glad i did, the atmosphere is old and worldy, nice selection of cakes and the staff a very friendly.

It is a nice idea to have every piece of furniture "used" or reclaimed but the interior looks somewhat haphazard and doesn't appear as clean as it might. In the toilet, I couldn't find any hand soap at first, then I saw it was on the floor next to the toilet cleaning products. I chose the Mushroom Melt and it looked ok but when I started to eat it, the overpowering taste was that of sage. I could taste neither the cheese nor the mushrooms. The coffee tasted nice.

Superb. Probably the best ploughman's lunch in the western world :)

Popped in on a Sunday afternoon for a bit of lunch. Friendly staff. Good food and generous servings

Good food, lovely "olde worlde" place with atmosphere. Would recommend.

The coffee here is incredible. Excellent food and customer service too.

A great find on a Monday when everything else is shut. A dog friendly interesting place to eat with very good food

Date of visit: 10.02.22 Slow service. There's a notice at the entrance asking people to wait to be seated and after a 5 minute wait no member of staff was bothered to take me to a table. Rather disorganised. There are plenty of other places to eat nearby and a apparance of staff here, so why the slow service here?

Love this cafe. Delicious homemade cakes, we had cranberry and white chocolate. Dogs are allowed which is great for us. Good coffee I am told and the loose leaf tea served in teapots is lovely.

Brilliant - great drinks and excellent food, vegan to if you prefer

Quirky ambiance, well ventilated and perfect for covid times. Drinks were hot and good, pleasing selection of cakes.

Love this coffee shop/cafe. Visit here often with my mum - the food is delicious, staff so helpful and always try to find customers a seat and prices are good. Dog friendly too, which is a bonus! And some treats available for furry friends. Will continue to visit here after our dog walks :-)

Came on an hours drive for lunch on 13th November and were told there is a 20mins wait after 40mins other tables were being served and they came in 20mins after us. I asked how much longer would it be for 2 wraps and egg on toast and were told how busy they were. That's not my problem if they can't cope, our food was served after 45mins and we were given the wrong meals, then we were served one at a time, the roast veg. was falling out of the wrap no veggie crisps just plain. Our teas had gone cold so they brought us another pot. Amazed that they even charged for another tea after we'd waited 50 minutes. Food disappointing the lengthy wait un-acceptable and the toilet left a lot to be desired and needed cleaning. If this cafe can't cope then have less covers. By the time time we left our day out was wasted.

Love this place. The food is excellent and great value for money.

My daughter and I visited recently. We were greeted by a lovely young girl who was Very helpful. Great coffee and good service. Xx

What a hidden gem , 100% reccomend anyone to visit whilst in uppermill, staff were amazing, food was freshly made, dog friendly ,

Lovely warm atmosphere with interesting food. Try the salad plate!

Booked a table for 6 for Saturday - 4 adults and 3 children. Excellent team, speedy service and plenty on menu to suit all (vegan and vegetarian). Made very special for birthday girl age 6 - table 6 and candle in brownie 🎂. Superb friendly environment loved by all 6 family members. Thank you.

Loved it, great building, service and food. Will definitely return.