The Sheldon Arms in Tameside

1st time at The Sheldon Arms today. Beautiful food and great service at a good price. Well worth a return visit.

There really is very little to fault. It was a very well presented location, inside and out. It was reassuringly busy, but no wait required to get a table for a walk-in. Staff were friendly and presentable. Carvery price was reasonable and there was a wide selection to choose from, both meat and veg. Food was well cooked and hot. The location right next to the tram line was a pleasant surprise for the enthusiast, but no disruptive or noisy. Even the fairly busy road didn't impact the ambiance. The place well deserves 5 stars, but if I had to find something to comment on... Consistency of server would have probably made it easier on the staff. Two different servers tried to take our drinks order and I think we had three different servers total. Didn't spoil the experience at all and probably an easy fix. 😊 Getting out of the car park took a moment too - traffic lights right next tot the exit and traffic feeding from the left mean that, at busy times, you are relying on goodwill of other road users. Less of an easy fix, but I'd still happily eat here again. Thank you, Sheldon Arms! 🍽

Gorgeous tasty food and Leah is fantastic! We go for dinner on a Friday and have never had a bad meal. Fish and chips and beef fajitas being a highlight. We were late for our booking due to the buses and Leah was wonderful and found us a seat. Her service was excellent!

I cannot compliment the staff enough for our visit. Super helpful from start to finish, and very friendly. We had two carveries, and considering it was a quiet Monday evening, I was surprised to find everything super fresh and very tasty. We will definitely be coming again!

We regularly visit the Sheldon arms for breakfast or a meal later in the day. We find it excellent. The food is superb, the staff are welcoming and it’s well run. We would recommend it to anyone.

Friendly pub located next to the hotel where we stayed. Very welcoming, quick service at the bar. We decided to have a meal and were offered the carvery or the table menu. We ordered off the menu and weren't disappointed. Would go again. I had the Lees steak pie, which was so full of tender braised steak, gravy served as a side, there was no room in the pie for anything extra! Thin pastry, no soggy bottom here, cooked perfectly.

Apparently they don't take Christmas bookings after January after being sent an email confirming my interest and that they would be in touch

All you can eat breakfast whilst meeting a friend. There is plenty of choice and friendly staff.

Food was beautiful definitely go again

We have been for the Carvery breakfast a few times now and never fails to impress. Lots of parking, quickly shown to a table. Plenty of breakfast choices- Juices, coffee, tea, Cereals, yoghurts, pastries and toast. Available on the Carvery breakfast is bacon, sausage, hash browns, mushrooms, beans, tomatoes, black pudding and a choice of eggs fried, scrambled or poached. The sausage and bacon are really good quality, not cheap rubbish. Keep doing what you're doing it was thoroughly enjoyed.

A good selection of food and plenty of seating. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was tasty, but sadly the cheese pie was really dry.

Wonderful place, great food and lovely staff - will be here again.

My wife and I called in here today what a wonderful experience we had from the moment we walked in we was offered a Dining table of our choice the staff were all absolutely amazing the food was wonderful and the pub/ restaurant was spotless and clean we will definitely be returning many thanks for your kind and wonderful hospitality 5 STARS from My wife and myself..

Went in to the Sheldon for breakfast everything you could want was on offer cereal pastry’s toast jam tea coffee and as much English breakfast as you could eat the quality was really good enjoyed everything

Great carvery and food excellent and staff lovely .

Food is not right for the area, it's posh food at really expensive prices. Keep things simple and reduce the cost and alot more customers will come. We're staying at the travelodge next door and if the meals were considerably cheaper we would eat there around 3 times per week. As soon as we realised there was a pub next door that does food we were happy until we seen the prices. 😐

Good little pub, staff are polite & friendly. Carvery everyday with a good selection of meats with plenty of vegetables & gravy plus a good menu, plenty to drink for adults & kids A good atmosphere for families, groups or individuals Good size car park

The 3 meat roast dinner is excellent, regular or go Large!! The menu is good and varied. Good wine list and well kept beers.

Really good food. Friendly staff.

Food was standard pub food options plus a carvery. Carvery was good with plenty of options. Burgers were tasty. The mixed grill was big and well cooked. The pie was packed full of meat. Olivia our waitress was very helpful and friendly. The restaurant was busy but Olivia kept checking everything was ok and kindly fetched us additional items and drinks.

For the price paid for a standard carvery dish it wasn't worth the money. You're allowed two different meats, and the chef gave me two slices of meat he sliced so thin it looked like sandwich meat. Potato and parsnips were hard. Yorkshires were nice and large, and mash creamy. Overall, not impressed and wouldn't pay that price again.

Short stop and not disappointed. Tasty food, lovely atmosphere .

a lovley placeSuch nice seating areas such friendly staff go beyond to help shan was excellent with us very friendly and catered to all our needs including our baby beautiful food definitely recommended thinking of going at xmas 🎄

Lovely service and nice atmosphere, however I wouldn’t get anything other than the carvery. We ordered a few meals off the normal menu this time and they were tasteless. Carvery is usually super tasty!

Staff very friendly food is great carvery is lovely we had half chicken from the spit rotisserie. It was huge .and filling .

Food reasonably good. Carvery is expensive on a Sunday, but very popular so it works well for pub. Staff pleasant although very busy. We arrived early and dissapointed that there was nowhere to drink before, as all tables used for food so bar area non existent. This meant we informed other members to arrive just before meal as nowhere to have pre meal drink.

Nice food friendly staff nice atmosphere

My first visit. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was very good.

Pint with a sticker init, over priced for where it is. Had to move tables due to been booked but not told upon arrival.

Big restaurant but it has a cosy feeling. Tastefully decorated and clean. We had a meal from the main menu and it was very tasty. Next time we're going to try the carvery, it looked delicious. Staff very friendly. What more do you want? We'll be back!

The carvery we had was cold and wasn't really eatable

Thank you so much to Shana, she was so lovely on helping us choose which meal to have, she was honest and helpful, will definitely be returning, best waitress ever x

Very helpfull and polite and friendly staff we only called in for breakfast and we was Greeted by a lovely Lady who was very friendly and helpful I would highly recommend this place

I've been here a few times with family. Recently celebrated my sister's 21st and it was absolutely amazing, it couldn't have been better. The staff were extremely nice and helpful. As someone who struggles with social anxiety the staff were absolutely amazing when taking orders and explaining certain prices/brands etc and I felt really comfortable. It's a great community area and is apart of a lot of my core memories. There's a play area outside for kids and plenty of non-alcoholic beverages to choose from if you want a really nice family meal. The carvery is also 10/10!! Drinks are a decent price too :)

First visit and was very impressed with the cleanliness, friendliness of the staff and the quality of food. We had our 4 year old grandson with us and he loved his choice of food. I had the carvery which was delicious, the beef was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. If we are on that side of Manchester again, we will certainly pay another visit.

Lovely and clean, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Good choice of food with offers on, children ate half price with a good choice for them. I had the carvery and the beef was cooked to perfection (for me) and melted in my mouth. Everything was hot, which sometimes you don't find. Worth another visit.

After a days out driving we called into the Sheldon arms for a carvery takeaway. We got so much it did Sunday and Monday meal we got loads of food. The staff was great and friendly. The carvery was very full but we got a great meal for 2 which did 2 days . All for £31

We visit Seldon on a weekly basis, always welcomed with a smile abd cheerful staff. Good food, space is good. Had a celebration evening there. Excellent place to meet either for pleasure or business.

Food was excellent. Staff friendly. Was my son's 18th and he really enjoyed eating out.

Had lovely time at the Sheldon today , was greated by the staff on the bar (Katie B) she was very kind and friendly and make an excellent coffee may I add, me and my friend were seat in the restaurant with table service from the lovely Shana ( who always has a smile on her face and actually interacts with us, which was very kind) , who took our order and was very friendly. Once we had gotten our food which was lovely may I add, we saw a kitchen member of staff ( refilling the carvery and keeping it fresh)and thanked them for the food and shout out to the Chefs Scott and Paige for the delicious Philly cheese steak sandwich and the Burger . Overall 10 out 10 experience

The food was nice but not as cheap as last time we visited

Food was lovely but staff did a lot of standing around and talking while I was waiting about 3/4 people in a corner talking with backs to customers One even talking about hungover they was I think drinks prices should be on a menu as well £13 for 2 drinks seemed very expensive

Stopped off for lunch after a long motorway drive. Despite being local, I've never been before and it was really nice. Food was OK, and child's portion was massive. Lovely staff and nice inside. All in all a nice place to grab lunch/dinner.

Been going in here a while now and I love it. The food is good and the staff are really friendly. There's a speed quiz every Thursday which is very entertaining and the staff are are always smiling and very helpful. I often go in after going fishing on the nearby canal. Big shout out to Katie and Sophie this week who make a great team behind the bar and always keep us entertained with their banter.

Would have given 5 stars had the carvery and the veg was only luke warm

There for a meeting. Had food. Food good. Staff helpful.

The carvery at Sheldons is by far superior to any carvery place in Tameside the queen's Arms in Audensahw everyone buzzes off is not that great and Flechters arms in Denton ain't great either I mean there set plates are good but we're talking carvery here as that is what I had. Bit expensive like every other place now only reason they are getting 4 stars is because one of our plates got put on the wrong table and we had noticed and had to tell them that was our plate to which they said oh ours will be out soon and then we'll we was right they brought that plate over after realising other than that was great.

You can't go wrong with a carvery.

There was a slight mix-up, due to the computer ordering system (I think), that meant some of our Mains came out before any Starters. They were quickly taken back again. The portions were a good size, and the food hot. We will be back!

Great pub, great food and good prices.

We came today for a carvery most of the food was cold from the hot plate.. (not happy) I asked for turkey as it had run out the server (was very abrupt & grumpy) absolutely not the way to treat customers!!.. l will be coming again... (but we will order from the menu)we have been before when we order fresh from the menu the food has been lovely & hot cooked well great service... The carvery today was atrocious.. sort it out or lose customers 😊

Three of us visited last night with one of our party in a wheelchair. The food was good, but the service from two young women was outstanding. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much you made our evening.👏👏👏👏

great place for carvery, however it's hit and miss I think as the first time I came here - the beef was done pink and perfect for me, however the next few times I came it was overcooked and dry - but I guess that's subjective to how everyone likes their beef cooked

Met up with our eldest grandson, partner and baby all the way from Australia with our daughter and son in law. We all enjoyed. Staff were friendly and helpful. Good variety of options for the food from snacks to starters and main meals. For me the bread was too thick and rose marie cause took the flavour from the prawns😭 but thick wholemeal bread seems to be the norm these days would love to have a sandwich with thin bread. Just have it at home nowadays. Thank the young lady who served us. She was lovely 😍

2x Sunday Carvery 1x mixed grill 1x 10oz gammon (eggs cooked to perfection) 2x children meals Plus drinks Can't fault anything! All meals were excellent 👌 1st visit, definitely when next in area will do a return visit (Midlands based)

Place is Ok. Carvery is average beef is always dry and grisly. Its cheap and cheerful

Beautiful carvery,plenty of it.

Great pub with a delicious carvery

A very nice pub. Clean warm and welcoming.

Was the same carvery we usually have. Was very disappointed due to the meats not looking at their best. The vegetables didn't taste very nice and were warm. Not usually like this, usually lovely, hit and appetising but not this visit.

We had a table booked for 6pm We arrived and was seated we. had alook at the menue mywife decided to have a calvery. I wanted something els at 6.30 a wateress came up to us and said you will have to vacate the table for 7 pm as we have a party arriving .we addressed the manageress as the restaurante was empty and we was told it was quiz night starting at 7pm and asked why we have to leave we didnt have time to order a sweet we are both pensinoners and have to let our meal settle in the mean time they had given a table to a party of 4 people the manageress apogised but why was this aloud to happen in the first place this is how we was treated at the sheldon arms clearly don't cater for older people disgusting we was given one hour with the table.you have not heard the last of this

We were early to check into the Travelodge next door. So we popped in here to have a drink and some lunch. Wow the carvery was delicious and struggled to finish my plate (Northern gravy was amazing and that's coming from a Southerner!!!) We could have sat outside for evening for a few more G&T's but we had a concert to attend, Great food, service and would come back.

Here for an hour on my own before meeting a friend. Just had soup. Roasted vegetable. All I can say is that it was a weird texture, almost like pureed vegetables you would happily do for babies. No liquid as such. Taste was fine just texture all wrong.

Great pub. Staff are great. Lovely food. What more could you want. Thank you.😁

Food was really good, especially the fish and chips my friends had. Due to a gluten intolerance, I also had fish and chips (gluten free style), being new to. Gf can honestly say the gluten free fish and chips was not as good as the non gluten free option, but was very good and happy to go again, for more gluten free meals. Staff are amazing.

Food was good. Place was clean. Not happy that they don't offer a reduced price for the breakfast buffet for vegans though, seems a bit unfair.

Came here on father's day so it was busy but we were seated quite quickly. Enjoyed most of my meal but the chicken was a bit dry/chewy. Food was served quickly and the puddings are really nice. Nice sized pub, outdoor area is a little small but all in all a good pub. Would come back.

Nice atmosphere very helpfull staff nice food although feel the portion size for main menus are small

Quite a large pub with plenty of seating. Can be busy at wkends & on Fathers day. Food is lovely, I had the carvery & my daughter had the cajun chicken. Both really nice meals. Got a nice selection on the menu that should cater to your needs.

Best fish and chips I've had for a long .

Lovely busy pub, great service food delivered within 20 minutes of order. Food was very nice apart from one guest steak was not very good lots of fat on the steak. Waitress Shana asked if food was OK we commented on the fatty steak and she agreed, she took back to the kitchen and they agreed the same and offered us free dessert for us all as a way of apology. Shana, showed good attention and communication skills was excellent and ensured that we were happy with the apology and the dessert and we was. Would come again to dine.

Arranged to meet friends at the pub on Friday 7th June 2024, due to traffic problems on the motorways they were delayed for 1 hour. Leah, waitress was very helpful, went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed while waiting. When my friends arrive Leah made sure our food was provided quickly as we had an event to attend.

Great place as far as we are concerned, we can be picky at times, however the sheldon! Ticked all the boxes for us!

Clean tidy. Friendly staff and good meals. Decent price.

Visited on Saturday 1st June aporox 4pm. Wanted a carvery meal,meat looked very dry,so chose fish and chips. Fish came covered in sea salt(not specified on menu);therefore batter not eaten-i do not like salt. Husband did the same.son had a burger-bread quite stale. Chair had splinters on arm this snagged my top. Wording on dessert menu should have been proof read before printing. £55 was paid for 3 meals and 3 cokes. I will happily pay for quality,but this was not the case. Will not be returning

Absolutely beautiful food. Really good menu and great service. Good beers too.

Great venue good food and friendly service 👌

By far the best carvery anywhere!! Absolutely gorgeous abbie that served us the carvery was really polite and had a big smile on her face :) proper customer service on the strength of her customer service alone we would come back!! But the food was absolutely sublime too :) So I had to edit this review as the second visit here was totally different!! I downgraded from 5 to 4 stars as the new chef was very rude!! The only reason it 4 not 3 is because Liam the manager made a decent apology and was very polite, big shame the 1st visit was so different, it just shows you can serve lovely food but if your staff are not upto scratch u dont get returning customers!!

It does what you expect from a carvery with warmed over food. Service at the bar and carvery was slow and functional.

Food is good but usually go for the pub quiz on a Thursday which is great, they offer free food whilst it's on as well

What a fantastic day..busy place,but,manage to fit,four adults and three kids and bent over backwards to do so....all staff ,superb, and very attentive...four roast dinners and kids meal,all excellent..thank you

Just had breakfast it was lovely and the staff were all very polite highly recommended

A great local place which avoids us shopping at the big chain venues They offer great breakfast carries and main meal carries with lots of other options on the menu too Plenty of space for a coffee or a tea

Food very very good good service staff very helpful and friendly

The carvery is amazing and the staff are really lovely. Highly recommend this place

Nice venue seating area outside food was well presented

Quiet place (except when the quiz starts but that won't be too often) so it's a good place to sit and eat. Food was fine, staff were nice

AMAZING! Food Was Fantasic, its to Die for, excellent service.

A great pub , restaurant and carvery. The Carvery is excellent and is great value for money. The staff are friendly and helpful and there are plenty of parking spaces.

Great selection of breakfast items, hot drinks and juices included. We got our eggs to order when we was ready for the hot buffet. Ethan was lovely, very helpful too. Got me some fresh bacon more well cooked. Thank you 😊

Great place, just stopped off for a drink and a snack with our dog. The service was brilliant, the staff were really friendly and helpful. Just had messy chips and a coke.

We ate dinner and breakfasts which were well cooked, good amount with friendly, efficient staff. It was clean, tidy and comfortable. Lots of local families, too which is always the sign of good quality and value.

Just went in for a drink, I had a coffee and my husband had a Guinness, can’t fault it, friendly staff, great atmosphere really nice place,would definitely go in again

Really nice place, definitely would recommend

Carverys are decent they always give you plenty of meat they dont have sprouts though for the carvery 😏

Very dog friendly in the bar area. Good always decent and service always great.

Lovely staff and even lovelier food!

I've just been to breakfast at this place. After viewing the reviews on trip advisor decided to give it a go. Was greeted and shown to our seats, and the guy explained how the breakfast carvery works. Very good selection of drinks, fresh pasties, and hot food. When it came to paying at the end, I was very surprised at what good value it was. Much better selection than Toby carvery. Well, definitely be returning!

An excellent place to have a bite to eat and a beer.

Not as good or as nice as it was before the revamp.