The Old School BBQ Bus in Oldham

Great place our first visit. food was excellent. Was quiet as we went on a Thursday at four thirty. With young family members.

We went Saturday evening in November, and the place was full, warm and welcoming. The food was great and good portions.

Had another gorgeous meal with the family...... Been coming for the food since it was just the bus on Royal Oak car park years ago....Had lovely chat with Mark....would highly recommend too anyone......

Great BBQ food the oink burger is unreal, great taste.

Excellent food and service at this restaurant. The menu choice is outstanding for adults and kids and the BBQ ribs and pulled pork oinkburger that I had was brilliant as was my sons Mac and Fries. He also enjoyed his ice cream. I could have picked at least 10 dishes off the menu - all keenly priced, The star of the show though was Billy who looked after us really well and was great with my son. If I am this way again - I will definitely come here. Recommended for a family meal and anyone that likes barbecue/texan style food.

Absolutely fantastic evening 🌌 Food is amazing 😍 well worth a visit ☺️ service and atmosphere was fantastic.

Fantastic food and service! Our first visit and we were looked after with great service from our two waitresses. Lovely atmosphere and loved the kitchen bus. We were surprised to find that kids eat for £1 Wednesday & Thursday. The kids portions were huge and well cooked and our mains were delicious and great value. The pecan pie is very good and a good size. Would definitely visit again

Great atmosphere, fantastic food, and friendly servers... Oh, and cocktails!!!!!

Was in last night with family for a meal this was my 3rd visit and each one is just as good as the last one we was a big party of 11 and nothing was to much all food come out fast and hot… it was the 1st visit for the rest of the family and b4 we even left we have all ready said we would be back again next month.. the singer they had on Megan Lee was really good the only point on that was we said it need to be a bit lower as we was shouting to hear each other but it DIDNT mess the night up everyone has a fab time

First time visiting "The Old School BBQ Bus" an this place surely didn't disappoint!!! Lip smackingly good!!😋 Was on a mission for some barbecue as I had a right hankering for a good feed!! Have tried the likes of Red's & Hickery's bbq but fancied trying somewhere new - other places are good, but the same stuff is a bit repetitive.. I came across this place whilst searching online! An Well, I think this place has become the new go too!! Absolutely spot on! 🤩🤩 the food was amazing an im not jsut saying that. 🌭🍗🍖🥩🍔. This is probably some of the best bbq I had since being in the state 🇺🇸. Real true orthentic favours!! The meats has such a depth of smoke from being cooked low an slow, just take the bbq to the next level. 😍😍🍖 We tried the pitmaster for 2 as well as the spam fritters & Rattle snake bits 🐍 as a side.!! Thought this was the best option to get a feel for what they had to offer, as the menu is quite vast a bit spoiled for choice!! It surely doesn't disappoint that was for sure. The portion sizes are massive, Border line needed to be wheeled out was that full. Left with doggy bags for the bits we couldn't manage. Can confirm that kts just as nice the next day!! Nom nom nom 😋😋. Also, don't forget to check out there, "Hangman Sauce," it's not for the faint harted, that's for sure 🤯🥵🥵.. blow ya @#£# head off!!! 🤯🤯😭🥵🥵.. They do offer a in house food challenge with this sauce playing centre stage!! a bit of a Man v Food kind thing, but be warned ⚠️ it's not for the faint harted!!. Sauce is made up off Scorpion Chilli, Caroline Reaper & gost extract, it's not be messed about with. Seriously Seriously blows ya head off.!!! 🤯🤯🤯... 🌶🌶🌶🌶🔥🔥 Must admit this place is set in the most unlikely of locations, and not quite what ya expect!! Once your inside the main building, you are in a full-on American themed bar / restaurant!! Place is very rustic themed, all the cooking is done on an old school bus! Place very much dose carry a wood shack kind vib - like some deep rooted louisiana forgotten moon shine hut!! Seriously rustic, but dose add to the the whole experience.. Deffenlty be returning an getting our bbq fix!! Certainly be recommending to family & friends .. 🥰✌️..

Went for a birthday meal ( 8 lads) had a good night. Not been before so didn't know what to expect but was pleasantly surprised. Food was excellent, had live music on, good selection of drinks and a good atmosphere. Staff were friendly and helpful will definitely be going back. 10 out of 10. 12 months since we last went, 10 of us this time for birthday meal and it was still excellent no complaints well worth a visit if you've never been. 24th August '24 went for a family birthday this time with 3 people who hadn't been before and they all enjoyed it. Live music was good.

Really good food here, great for meat lovers and a really cool vibe

We always go early in the day/evening and it's always a bit quieter, which we prefer with three kids. Great food, really improved since we first went. Grateful to have a BBQ place so close by.

Best burger I ever had in Uk, very good atmosphere and staff are amazing,

Wow fabulous place, will definitely be back

Great place, visited as a family of 10 for a birthday. Meals all gorgeous, staff very accommodating, great atmosphere. Happy for us to bring our own birthday cake Thanks so much 👍🏽

Definitely the real deal. Food was authentic and tasted amazing. The service was brilliant, the girls were so accommodating and really helpful, special thanks to Hope. Highly recommended 👍

The place is fantastic, nice atmosphere, friendly staff. The brisket was dry, the rest of the pitmaster tray was pretty good! Finally a REAL Bbq place in Manchester!

This place is exceptional. The food is fantastic and great service. Recommend so so much

Went a few months ago and the staff was so friendly and super helpful. Definitely worth going with the family again.

My grandchildren love it here & so do we. Lovely atmosphere & attentive very pleasant staff.

Family birthday- 11 people including two children. Brilliant place, fantastic food/atmosphere/staff. Would defo recommend and going back again

Came to eat on Saturday 24th August. Food absolutely gorgeous as always. Entertainment had been changed the guy that stood in was really good. Definitely recommend anyone to try thus place. There was a 'hen do' they travelled from South Manchester and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Good flavours food good, good entertainment well worth a visit x

Visited as part of a large party.. 35 of us, nothing was too much troublethe ordering was very well done. Food was delicious, only downfall it too a very long time for them to clear the tables. Will defo visit again at some point.

Lovely food, friendly staff and a great atmosphere.

A real gem of a place. You can tell the food is created with love, the staff are lovely & live music to boot.

Food was good staff need to up there game but they was young and will learn so in time that will change.

Food was good staff need to up there game but they was young and will learn so in time that will change.

Amazing food, and live music in a unique setting! Worth a visit! Definitely going back

Lovely little place, it was a warm day and they had fans blowing, the food was good, we had the sharing platter for two, it was a big portion size that we needed to pack in three takeaway boxes! Ribs were tender and well cooked, it could have had a bit more of a BBQ flavour but the tenderness made up for that. The platter came loaded with fries that were cooked perfectly. Something different and definitely worth a visit if you’re into American BBQ.

Arived with partner asked if we could have a table no room didnt know or didnt mention prebooking tons of extra seats outside not helped at all RE me and my family would love to come still but can we do please?

Top atmosphere and great service we would highly recommend

Went here for tea 1 evening, the food was good fresh produce BBQ’d in an old yellow bus were you can see it get cooked in front of you. Nothing really special about the restaurant. It’s a basic menu and slightly overpriced. I’d say as a 1 off go and visit and have the experience. I’ve been once but not in a hurry to go back

Lovely little place, great atmosphere regardless of when you go, huge servings of food (ask for a takeaway box if you can't finish it) milkshakes and cocktails are fabulous too....

Decided to take the kids out to celebrate 4th of July and surprised that we weren’t the only Americans there. The staff are super friendly, food was ace and there were some amazing guests that even patiently taught my son to play pool. Had to dash out but wanted to say how much we enjoyed our evening and the music created such a lovely atmosphere.

Really great food. Really impressed with the food options and portion sizes! The staff were really helpful and polite. Will definitely be visiting again!

Perfect love day food, cheers guys. 🍻

I live in London but I seldom go out. When I come to Manchester to visit my partner we always dine here; and each time the food, the service, the atmosphere gets better and better so we always invite our friends to come along with us. Absolutely amazing work guys.

First time visit and won't be the last visit. Food was delicious, great staff and very reasonably priced.

Great food , great cocktails, great staff, love it

This was our third visit and probably our last, we waited 30 minutes for our order to be taken after having to go to get one of the servers who were just standing around, then we were told that we would have to wait a further 30 minutes for our food. So from sitting down and being served with drinks to actually eating took an hour and 20 minutes. Not good enough! It was busy but that doers not excuse the fact that two tables that came in after us were served before us. The server said they were understaffed but I can only asssume that was in the kitchen as there were plenty of servers just hanging around doing nothing. Very disappointed.

Food is amazing. The singer Chloe Jones was very good.

Great place, couldn't finish pulled pork burger too much 😂

On a quiet lunchtime we really enjoyed our meal here. We’ve been to the USA a lot and it really hit the spot. There’s a vast menu, catering for every American whim. We sat inside, ordered decent London beers, ignoring the American ‘Lites’ and took ages to choose our food. Firstly the Ultimate Oink Burger, which was indeed massive. Not sure how they managed to get Pork Belly, Pulled Pork, and two Belly Ribs into a roll, but they did and it was served with skin-on-fries, beans and pickles. Angus Brisket was also loaded with sauces and onions, though not quite so gargantuan. Very friendly service too. The cocktails looked fab so we’ll be back one evening when they have music on.

Excellent but booking required well worth the wait

I really really hate giving poor reviews but I was left so embarrassed after booking this place for friends. The positives: I've given a point for the ambience/vibe/concept and another for the waitresses. The concept of the bus, the outdoor tent setup and live music was so good. It's exactly what I wanted. It's definitely something a bit different and that's amazing. The waitresses were friendly and were happy to help. The negatives: The waitresses were great BUT somewhere between ordering and the kitchen, there was definitely breakdown in communication. Items were missing, amendments such as "no sauce on burger" were ignored even though they were written down, and sides such as sauce etc were forgotten. The kitchen did not seem well-organised and multiple mistakes occurred on one table. The food just was not good. The reason I booked this place is because it's a running tradition to try all different US-style BBQ places, and so we've tried plenty and had to move further afield from our home town. The smoked meat such as ribs and brisket were dry as a bone and hardly seasoned. They didn't taste smoked at all. The shredded (pork I think?) in sauce wasn't too bad but it was super sweet. Steak was overcooked and grey, like it had been cooked in a pan that wasn't hot enough so it couldn't develop a nice brown exterior. Now the more serious matter. One of the party has a gelatine allergy/lupus which the restaurant was informed about beforehand. Before anyone says "bUt iTs a MeAt ReStAurAnT", she can eat chicken and beef, just not pork. And anyway, the restaurant offers vegetarian options which was what was ordered. Immediately after eating she had a bad reaction which meant we had to rush home for extra medication. On a side note, I will give the restaurant it's due on the fact that they rang me and said they weren't comfortable 100% that burgers etc are free from gelatine as they cook things on the same grill as each other and even offered for her to bring her own food. I totally accept this, however on the menu it states that that certain things on the menu are (V) vegetarian but I'm afraid this definitely is NOT the case as she suffered a reaction immediately following the meal. I would warn anyone who is practicing a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle to avoid the restaurant including their veggie options as they obviously cook them together. If I am mistaken in some way and the restaurant doesn't promise no cross-contamination on their veggie options then fine (I guess?) but make that clear to anyone practicing the lifestyle (or even worse - allergy suffers) so people can make more informed choices. You can't really knowingly put a (V) next to your meatless options if they're cooked together with meat. It defeats the purpose. I don't normally spend the time to write a negative review, as I believe businesses are under enough pressure as it is and I'd rather write about a positive. However I left the restaurant feeling embarrassed for having booked it as one person didn't eat their food, two of them had to send their food back due to errors, and another two of us had items missed off. Not to mention the allergy issue. I understand the partner of the afflicted guest has already left a similar review on Google which is why I've left one separately here, as I don't believe on doubling up one negative reviews for the same experience on one platform. Please, PLEASE take this feedback onboard to make your kitchen run a little better and hopefully avoid someone else having a reaction in the future, or at the very least, a practicing vegetarian unwittingly consuming meat products. Please review how you wish to offer your veggie options.

We explained when we booked and while ordering that one of our members had a gelatine allergy, and we thought it would be taken seriously. First they got half of our food order wrong, it wasn’t very good (obviously frozen steak/all the brisket was super dry and tough/etc). But if that was the worst I could forgive, but we had to rush off home to get my girlfriend her medication as they obviously had contaminated her food with gelatine and gave her a bad reaction. Save yourself if you have any allergies or conditions, the staff couldn’t care less as there was no care taken.

Food is great and always changing. They do deserts now!! The ice cream is really good. The staff are friendly and helpful but not in your face. It was early when we went, so there wasn't much atmosphere but we love to come here so we don't mind.

Amazing place great service great staff and fantastic food very impressive 😁

Regrettably, I must downgrade my previous five-star rating. Our recent visit was disappointing. The fries were stone-cold, indicating they had been left on the serving hatch for an excessive amount of time. Furthermore, no staff member attended to our table to inquire about our satisfaction, prompting us to leave the fries uneaten. The salt and pepper chicken lacked flavor, and the burger was noticeably smaller compared to our previous visits.

Don't over face yourself, absolutely stuffed. The meat was so tender ,no knife needed. Ask the staff anything ,they are really helpful.

Really enjoy the BBQ Bus and have been several times with friends and family. The prices seem to have creeped up a bit but so has everything else. Great range of food and we’ll definitely be back

Came here few times, and the last time after having seen them on “Come dine with me: The Professionals”. The place is really good, reminds me of when i visited the US. Service was friendly. Food was really tasty and well cooked. Chef came out to ask us for a feedback as we ordered something that she only recently launched on the new menu, which, in my opinion, is a really good sign as they are open minded and wanting to improve. Our mixed meat platter was amazing. Says that feeds 2 but I’m sure it’s enough for 3 people. Great vegetarian options to choose from. Would definitely recommend.

Great food, good live music, however the service was very slow! 45 mins sat waiting for starters and then they brought everything out together. Sort the service and waiting staff who stand seem to stand around rather than checking on tables, and it will be a great experience.

Food is spot on Great atmosphere 👌🏻

Went yesterday with family. Great atmosphere and great food the kids loved it especially the milkshakes. Would highly recommend.

Was quiet when we went (lunchtime) but food was lovely only cririque maybe some coleslaw with the burger also would just excel the burger meal as it was so nice and tasty on mine otherwise delicious 😋

Friendly staff, great food but pricey alcohol. They have music on sometimes, a play area for kids and bars inside and out. There is a seating area outside and good transport links nearby. No parking although the road outside has plenty of space. There is a desert bar but I think thats just for show😂the mains will be too much for most people. Would advise to book ahead because this is very popular.

Brilliant experience, well worth a visit

Had a fantastic steak ( again ) Would definitely recommend Can be a bit chilly in winter But don't let that put you off They have excellent heaters !! Photos of steak ( fillet ) Will be back soon.

All round it's good food and fab service, the staff are great. We've been a few times and it doesn't disappoint!

Found the venue on Google maps when we were in the area. The outside was a bit off-putting for us oldies but glad we stayed. The food was absolutely incredible with brilliant service. If your nearby give the Trafford Centre and chain pubs/restaurants a miss and get yourself some proper home cooked, tasty food. I'll definitely be going back

Went with Colleagues from work, Food & staff were Superb ! , Definitely going back !!!

The bbq bus is a fantastic place. It’s a must to try. From start to finish we enjoyed every minute. The bus where they cook the food is the centre piece. We visited a group of 23. Making a preorder before hand our visit making life easier for us. The staff were nothing but accommodating. Friendly & catered to our needs. The food was amazing. A good vegetarian selection. Something for all. The food had flavour & pressed well. The onions rings were huge. Which a must to try. The toilets are so unique just fits so well with the whole set up. Well worth the money. Highly recommend & we will be returning. Thank you.

Food was excellent - shame the service let it down. Once we were served the mains not 1 server came over to check how the food was, to take any more drink orders or even ask if we would have liked desert! Even had to go up to the bar to pay as the servers were all too busy sat around chatting! Shame, as it would have been a lovely Valentine’s Day meal experience otherwise.

Beautiful food and environment.

We had a party of 8 and everyone was more than happy when we walked out after the meals.Amazing venue, great value for money and amazing service. What more can you ask for?

It's such a fabulous place. Great atmosphere, menu & portions ( took some home ) very good prices. Staff were very accommodating with our large group. Definitely be back. My BBQ Ribs were awesome & tender I would have loved more pickled red cabbage less raw cabbage but that's just me.

Very surprised how this restaurant has moved on from the Royal Oak carpark

Went at 6pm with our 5 year old for dinner on a Saturday night. Service was prompt and attentive. Food was very tasty, we had a sharing platter, really enjoyed the brisket and pork belly. Live music act on from 7pm which was really good, having a young kid we usually miss out on such things so it made our night.

A very authentic experience of an American diner, one of the few I've tried and this is the closest I've experienced of it and trust me I've been to America quite a few times so I know.

The venue overall was quite decent. The theming was good. The food and drink was tasty for the most part and good value for money. Most of the party said they enjoyed their orders, however I ordered the ribs and thought they lacked on sauce and were cooked a bit too long. I did however enjoy the cocktails. The entertainment from 8pm were very talented although far too loud to the point it was uncomfortable. It's also of note there is very limited parking, so not the best choice if driving in

Incredible food, we got the sharing platter and pulled pork nachos. everything was delicious. Drinks are a good price too. Will be visiting again, would highly recommend!

This a real gem. Eat out locally and you will not be disappointed. I recommend not eating for a week before going here and ordering everything.

Excellent night, lovely ambience, food tasted as good as it looks, brisket fries were amazing, unfortunately the wings were too much for me 🥵 lol but the milk helped, next time I'll know 🤣, looking forward to returning to try different things, many thanks 👍

Another wonderful meal at our favourite place. This Saturday 13th for our evening meal Staff are 5*. Food is plenty. Entertainment lovely. Manager is lovely knows how to treat customers

Food cold, the tent was cold ate with our coats on .

Popped in on a Friday night and they had a DJ playing some Christmas songs. It was pretty loud but it did add to the atmosphere. I generally love the food here and this time I had the sharing platter which is HUGE! I did find the meat all very similar tasting though, presuming they use the same sauce/rub throughout. The brisket whilst tasty was cut super thin (think wafer thin ham) which was disappointing as my partner had the brisket fries and the chunks of brisket in that were what i was expecting. Drink selection is great as are the staff.

Food was Incredible, atmosphere was on point, artist was brilliant! Had a great evening even family that hadn't been before loved it & can't wait to try again. Perhaps one member of staff was a little bit impatient, few eye rolls or just walked off when we were ordering more drinks, however the good out weighed that and we can't wait to come again.

I must say that this place is a gem. I was seriously impressed with the place and will 100% % be back again.

As always.. a wonderful experience Thank you

Great food and fantastic place for families. Staff were brilliant.

Visited here as part of a group of around 30 and it was brilliant. Huge burgers, perfectly cooked, rapid service given the size of the group. The DJ had the place bouncing too. It was brilliant.

The first time we've been,, got to say the food is fantastic,,will definitely be back soon

Great food, fast service, great music I had the lemon and herb chicken stripes and corn ribs

Generous portions and fair pricing. A really good addition to the area.

Myself and dave had our wedding at the bbq bus on the 6th of October this year and what a fantastic night we had thanks to jodie and her team and to mark the owner. We recommend you all to go and see for yourselves how brilliant the Asmoshere and food is. 😀

Visited for the first time this afternoon. New brunchtime menu is fantastic, amazing value for money and portion size was perfect. Out shines any soulless food chain.

Great food with friendly staff. Best American themed restaurant in the North West

Something very different..food was very good quality..atmosphere and service were good

Food is not great. Drinks order wrong twice. It's really cold, so sat with coats on. Music 🎶 deafening

Really surprised at just how good it is! Huge menu selection and definitely something for everyone. Service was really good and the staff were really friendly. Portions were huge but we found a gap for a piece of delicious key lime pie! We will definitely be back.

First time here in a while, the food is still exceptional.

Visited for the first time this evening. We booked a table earlier today and the restaurant was full with a steady stream of guests arriving and leaving during our stay. We ordered a shared starter and main meals each, we all had one drink each and a milkshake each to take home with us. The food was served quickly and was really tasty. The staff were all really lovely. We'll be back again soon!

The food is insane the portions are massive the staff are on it ! And have I mentioned the food , we have now found our new go to for our date night or weekend meals out it’s it awesome with a capital A we will definitely be coming again

Great experience and legendary food. Cannot wait to go again

We went on a Friday and ended up sitting near the door which wasn't so great as this place attracts families with young children who are running in and out constantly and are incapable of shutting the door whilst their parents ignored them and sat drinking. Service quite good, food very average and salty. Won't be bothering going again

Fantastic. Great food.great service. Great location

Had a fab night at the Bus. Good excellent, service fabulous and entertainment was good. Cocktails amazing. Will definitely be back thank you