The Shakespeare Public House in Manchester

The place itself is nice and the staff were lovely, but the toilets downstairs need a deep clean - the smell was that bad that we had to move tables.

Proper old pub,good crowd and I imagine it is a good night when there are a few in.

Nice cosy pub with a great atmosphere. Always extremely busy, always a good sign. Only had drinks so couldn't comment on food.

Some pub this, can't believe there's a proper pub so close to market street hidden away. The bar staff were great as well, ready to have a chat and a laugh, will go back just for them 👌

Great pub! Staff are really really nice. Highly recommend!

Nice to go in a proper old fashioned pub. Nothing fancy inside if that's what you're looking for

Always pay a visit to this pub when in Manchester. Very good place to socialise.

Great pub in Manchester with good staff would recommend it ,reyt pint of Guinness

we came to this spot on a random Friday I think the management has changed as you can feel there's a big difference in the food and especially the DJ who seemed way to good to be in this type of venue but took us down memory lane with amazing songs all night it was pretty quiet but we was all saying if more people find out about this guy here it will change definitely a credit to the venue and we will be back again

Great bar in the heart of Manchester. Fantastic staff who made us feel very welcome. And great service.

Long established Manchester pub with plenty of character. Definitely worth a visit

Excellent pub! Many cracks in the rustic decor only highlight the excellent atmosphere. Staff are brilliant. Friendly, full of banter, polite and cheerful! Prices for drinks, more than fair. Food is excellent, a bit pricey, but most pub food is anyways. A bit perplexed by the predominantly German food menu. Got the Sunday Chicken Roast, and it was mouthwateringly good. Could do with some minor investment, but the decor, even if a bit rustic and fading, just adds to the homely atmopshere. With a bit of investment, this could easily become the best pub in Manchester central.

Very welcoming with a fab atmosphere...

Pricey beer but all in all not a bad pub

A good old-fashioned pub in the heart of Manchester. For the city centre the prices were reasonable, and there was a good selection of beers. The staff were all very friendly and professional. This is a good place to watch sporting events and also a good meeting point. It is located right behind Primark and only 5 minutes walk from the train station. I would recommend a visit.

Wasn't really Viking when we were there. Had minimal Menu options so ended up having a drink and moving on.

The pub was not bad. There was not much selection on the menu. Staff were really helpful and friendly.

Foods only on Thursday, be aware, rest all gooood

Small menu food tasty and well cooked. Great staff friendly and helpful

Love this old pub, their Sunday lunch is a good time.

Decent pint of Guinness. Hasn’t got the same character it used to have many years ago. I miss the open fire, replaced by a stove. Sure that’s the way now..

Great old pub!!! Walked in and thought something was stuck under my trainers, looked down and the whole floor has nails proud of the floor. Apart from the obvious one in Manchester this place has also been moved brick by brick from another location. Great chilled atmosphere, service and staff. 👍🏻

Popped in for quick pint with hubby

Menu was totally different from website. Food was greasy, served in take away bowls and also cutlery. Can't even eat beef with wooden forks and knives.

Came to the Shakespeare on Easter Sunday. Very good in house beer. Chicken dinner was very good and substantial. The star for me was the Curry wurst which I havn't had since being stationed in Germany. Outstanding. Anyone who was in the British Army of the Rhine, (or who just loves authentic German food), should pay a visit. I will certainly be going back.

Great place if you want a real pub in the centre of Manchester. Friendly staff and great choice of beer.

Rip off bar, bought double gin and Tonic and double vodka soda and zero alcohol put in. Avoid

Nice place, we vist regular so that speaks for itself

Great English pub - typical, Didn't rate the food as we only had a drink there. We took a quick look at the menu - it sounded delicious

Il locale è carino e pulito, molto caratteristico e con possibilità di vedere le partite in diretta. La birra è buona, purtroppo (contrariamente a quanto mostrato dal sito) il menù è proprio da pub e il cibo (non cattivo) è servito con piatti e posate di plastica. Lo staff è gentile e il posto è pulito ma chiudono già alle 21. Insomma, il posto non sarebbe male ma, vista anche la posizione, penso che potrebbe essere sfruttato meglio.

I recently visited the Shakespeare and was deeply disappointed by the experience. While the ambiance and drinks were decent, the management's behavior was shockingly rude and aggressive. From belittling customers to dismissing concerns with hostility, their conduct tarnished what could have been an enjoyable evening. Unfortunately, until the management addresses their attitude, I cannot recommend this establishment to anyone seeking a pleasant night out.

Looked like an old style pub from outside and yes it was on the inside Went in hope of food but non being served . Nevertheless we stopped for a drink. Service friendly service clean bar area could do with a refresh. The gent however in a poor condition radiator rusty. Could be very nice with some TLC and food.

Sometimes I stop over in Manchester to see a show but I was to early to check-in my hotel so I sometimes have a pint here to kill the time and the prices are reasonable and the pub is clean.

Great little pub right in the heart of the center. Shows football. If that's your thing.

Mediocre miserable big pub with helpful staff doing their best. It is clean. I would love to have seen it in 1920 when it would have been full of character with separate rooms. Beer well kept. No local competition so far as I know…

One of the oldest pubs in Manchester make sure you check out the exterior for the figurine carvings above the windows and the old door. Great selection of beers and spirits inside and it's nice and warm on a winters day.

No food at this place anymore whic is fine but the welcome and the pub is great. What proper pubs should be. Even the history and ghosts in the pub are worth reading about.

Great pub, good beer and shows the rugby

Found this gem by accident but glad we did my wife and I had Sunday lunch it was fantastic beer nice as well decent prices

On a day out to Manchester just called in to rest our legs, we had a lovely hour or so very nice, proper pub as I call them, very friendly staff

Old English style pub. Beams n all. Just popped in for a beer. Great location, surroundings and service. Would I visit again. Yes.

Run down pub. Smells like piss. Ok for a pint when resting after shopping. Sad because It was better some years back. Hope it shapes up.

Top pub, friendly staff, great atmosphere

We popped in here for a drink when we went to Manchester to watch madness, the weather was awful so it was very cramped, but staff were friendly and cheerful even though mega busy.

Nice Pub with great beers and very clean.

Really good old boozer. I researched it and it's been shipped across from Chester which give it that even older vibe. You must try it good cheep ale

Great atmosphere, cool place with great atmosphere and character 🤩

Convenient location just off market Street, cosy atmosphere.

Typical English pub with typical English food; good prices

Good menu. Proper old pub with friendly service

Great pub in the middle of Manchester, great food on offer and amazing portion sizes. The prices are also excellent. Wide variety of food and drinks available. Highly recommend visiting if you want a quick bite to eat, and a good place to meet with friends.

Good city centre pub worth people watching in 👍

One of my favourite pubs in town. Has everything you want in a pub (it's not a bar for a start). Will always visit when in town

Original old pub in the middle of Manchester

Didn't have any food but what i saw looked good, very enjoyable drink from a very polite barman

Food stops at 3 but apart from that was great

This is an updated review! Greene King area/national management need to get a grip! The website timings need updating. Sort yourselves out, you are not doing this management team justice! The food, service and beer choice was excellent. But, I didn't appreciate waiting over an hour from the published time for them to open. Very poor management at senior level not to maintain the website!!

The picture isn't of the pub itself but actually the brewdog next door so don't be confused. The pub itself is lovely and charming, some may say outdated but it's the type of place I love to find myself in. Staff where incredibly nice. My only issues would be the pricing however being in Manchester centre you're likely to expect it and its not particularly pram/wheelchair friendly due to the size.

Old fashioned English pub which hasn't been upgraded since it was opened! Food was average although priced accordingly and service was OK.

Hyggelig traditionel engelsk pub lidt slidt

Food smelt great. Didn't see anyone eating though. Still a great place for a pint

I had veggie curry, asked if was any good when ordering, no response, shrugged shoulders, was horrible, should have had scampi, that looked OK. I'd say don't do stuff you can't do well. Fixed me wrong drink twice, 3rd time lucky, no hassle but what does that say about customer service? Place bit dark and old fashioned, friendly staff TBF. OK if you like football and can't be bothered looking for better food.

Brilliant pub been in there each time I've been to the rugby finals

What a quaint little pub. Old as the bard himself. The difference is the pub definitely exists. Had a pint of Guinness and a massive plate of excellent - and very hot - Nachos. Ay, carumba! It was so hot, I needed that after drab Yuzu. Very quick and friendly service, will come again.

My sister and I took a break from shopping to have lunch, this pub is always busy but we got a table, the beer is good, service is good and food is good. We travel to Manchester every year and this is our go to pub for lunch. The only negative would be the music is a bit loud.

Totally awful. Staff on duty, 2 guys in the evening were clearly focussed on closing at 10pm so they could be ready to leave at 10:30pm. Not at all friendly and enough to encourage us not to go again. For a Saturday night it was dead and to be honest I'm not surprised. Plenty more venues in the city offering a much warmer welcome and far more hospitable.

Old skool back street boozer in town.. plenty of charm, scroats and locals!! Love it...

Always enjoy ourselves very friendly food lovelytables nice and clean 👌

Decent place to nip in and have a pint. Didn't have food so can't comment

It's a friendly pub full of history the bar staff are very friendly, The food is excellent and we are going through the menu and so far we cannot find fault with the quality and presentation of the food. It's a great experience. 👍

Wer in einem schönen alten Pub ein Pint trinken möchte ist hier richtig nur das Personal war für mich "unter der Theke" wenn sie wissen was ich meine darum nur 3 Sterne

Great place off of Market street. Full lunches and dessert!

Very friendly and helpful staff

A cosy pub in the middle of the town centre with a great atmosphere, good pub grub and nice bar staff

A traditional Manchester pub with a good range of beers and dark cider on draft.

My sister and I called in for lunch, we hadn’t been here for many years and were pleasantly surprised. Decent pub grub, generous portions and great service, especially Donal. Definitely a must go to next time we want to eat in Manchester.

The Shakespeare Public House in Manchester is a decent bar with music and sports on TV. Nice friendly service and also food served until 6pm.

Went for Sunday lunch on 19 June was told no chefs had turned up today so not serving food but if we want to go out and buy some we can bring it in and eat Not very good for a city Center pub on a sunday

Tried to give a zero rating...but u can only give a 1. Not the nine o'clock news did a famous sketch about how bad Belgian cuisine was, well this was supposedly British cuisine, and it was dreadful. I like my soups, and I was quite excited when there was choice of 3, but by the titles, I should have known....tinned. I ordered Hunters chicken for my main , which rather strangely arrived before my soup. The chicken had seen better days and was like chewing paper, and then my tinned soup arrived, the soup was okay. As far as tinned soup goes.. Proceeded with my "tough" chicken and fries which were crap as well. The server who collected my plate asked how my meal was, I replied. Without doubt the worst food I had ever tasted. This was repeated to the girl when I approached the bar. Her concerned reply was.... That will be £13.80 please. A truly shocking experience, in what should have been the quintessential Old English pub meal. Dreadful.

Harry the bar man was top draw. Can't fault him, very welcoming and hospitable. A credit to the establishment. Drinks served promptly and went the extra mile

El sitio está muy bien, típico pub inglés, buena comida, hamburguesas que superan expectativas y precios razonables para un sitio tan céntrico. Paciencia con los camareros, son bastante empanados.

Mrs and I Dropped in for a bite to eat while shopping , various meals for two for £15 , we choose fish and chips and very nice it was , didn’t have a alcoholic drink this time so both had a pot of tea which was unfortunately Lukewarm , but apart from that we’ll definitely be back

We have visited this pub many times. Donal. Bernie and the rest of the staff make us very welcome. The food is excellent. Today we had the Festive menu. Real good value for money and beautifully served. We always come here when myself and friends come to manchester. Well Done Donal and his staff.

Lovely pint, reasonably priced and friendly atmosphere. Perfect for when the Mrs goes in Primark. Just out the back of it

Wandered in whilst on a night out Manchester. Very quite but great atmosphere and what a nice pub. Barman was chatty and a couple of ales on. The only thing I was disappointed with is I had a Green King Voucher and you can't use them there, otherwise we would have stayed longer. Worth a visit. Beautiful building.

Great location for shops and hotels. Great staff that we're friendly and helpful. Drinks are in plastic containers on match day but that is no problem. Food was good and not a bad price. We drop in here whenever in Manchester. Recommended.

The var staff were rude and incompetent. The tale was dirty and didn't get wiped properly after we had asked for it to be wiped. Upon asking if the gravy was vegetarian, the answer was "it should be". I asked for clarity on this. The barman disappeared to clear this up. I wanted and waited. After 15mins he reappeared behind the bar ignoring us. We asked why he didn't get back to us, he said he couldn't reach the manager and that he was busy due to a large group of people needing drinks. My food had gone cold due to me having to wait for a non-existent answer. Rude. Disrespectful. And won't be going back. Worst customer service ever.

Appena arrivate a Manchester ci siamo fermate in questo pub per mangiare. Locale caratteristico con personale cordiale. Ottimi piatti ( pollo con bacon e pancetta, pie inglese, contorni) ad un prezzo contenuto. Assolutamente da provare

El Shakespeare siempre es bueno para una cerveza rápida o dos, pero no es el tipo de pub para una sesión de bebida durante todo el día, la comida es típica comida de pub que ayuda a absorber la cerveza. El pub no ha cambiado mucho en los últimos 40 años, una mezcla de clientes, compradores, turistas y trabajadores del centro de la ciudad. Vale la pena una visita y algunas pintas.

Another fine snack ( ham and cheese toastie) with friends this lunch time food good service good looking forward to comming back again

schönes altes fachwerkhaus. drinnen typisch englishes pub mit kamin und sport tv. toiletten extrem stinkig dafür nettes personal

Realy love the Shakespeare pub. It is in side street from the main shooping street just next to primemark and pizza hut. Friendly staff and nice food. A lot of draft bears

Se detuvo para tomar una copa mientras compraba. Pequeño pub encantador y acogedor, agradable y tranquilo cuando entramos. La comida se veía bien, iba a ir a desayunar al día siguiente, pero no abrió hasta las 11 a. metro. que era demasiado tarde para nosotros cuando nos íbamos ese día

Mis amigas y yo hemos estado en The Shakespeare para almorzar varias veces cuando compramos. Está justo al lado de las señoras Primark! El interior con vigas viejas y los asientos pueden ser de primera calidad. Buena variedad de bebidas y opciones de comida. El baño de damas requiere un título en baile limbo, acogedor en invierno y caluroso en verano, ya que no hay asientos en el exterior (a menos que haya algo en la parte de atrás, pero no lo creo). Es un pub decente en el centro de la ciudad y vale la pena visitarlo si se encuentra en la zona y necesita una bebida o comida, o ambas cosas. .

Always made welcome here Traditional old pub Great beers Really friendly staff They do food but not tries yet Definately recommend

Good service and okay food. Really nice atmosphere. Price is fair. It is worth it to pay a visit to this place with this great name

Lovely small traditional pub with warm and welcoming staff, nice and clean, could not connect to WiFi but that wasn't a issue

Have been in here many times down the years. This is the kind I prefer rather than going to Wetherspoons or swanky wine bars I prefer traditional pubs. This has a good central location close to th Arndale shopping centre and most importantly next to Primark so when the wife goes shopping in Primani for 2 hours you can chill in here with a nice cold pint :-)

Small(ish) pub just off market street behind primani. Great choice of drinks, good food , friendlty staff and atmosphere. 1st time visit with friends would and def recommend

Central Manchester, off Piccadilly. Good selection of beers and food. Opted for a mix starters. Recommend