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Bundobust, Oxford Road

74 people recommend, 2 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/manchester30 comments cited below

The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 36 threads.

What people say, in short

Bundobust is recommended across its Manchester outlets, with several commenters naming or preferring the Oxford Street brewery. Its vegetarian Indian street food, okra fries and sharing dishes draw repeated praise. Diners describe a casual setting rather than a formal night out. One critic disliked the fried-heavy menu and seating, and another questioned the value.

Address

Bundobust Brewery, 61-69 Oxford St, Manchester M1 6EQ, United Kingdom

At a glance

Signature dishes
Okra fries, Bundo chaat, Paneer tikka
Best for
Vegetarian, Groups, Visitors

The evidence

Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.

  • Recommendsu/CWray1998 in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste

    Calls Bundobust excellent and different from usual British-Indian restaurants.

  • Recommendsu/gale_j in r/manchester · Mar 2024value

    Indian street-food spot with its own brewed beers; the commenter calls it good and cheap.

  • Recommendsu/flibbble in r/manchester · Sep 2025

    Suggests this for a visitor who enjoys Indian street food.

  • Recommendsu/Urban-Amazon in r/manchester · Dec 2025

    Says a vegetarian relative likes this branch.

  • Recommendsu/DeltaJesus in r/manchester · Dec 2025taste

    Calls it the go-to pick for top-quality fully vegetarian Indian food.

  • Recommendsu/AggyB85 in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste

    Suggests it for Indian food fans, calling it street food rather than fine dining but really good.

  • Recommendsu/butt3rflycaught in r/manchester · Feb 2025

    Recommends Bundobust, alongside the Allotment.

  • Recommendsu/Nice_Refrigerator109 in r/manchester · Nov 2024

    Says they love it and may go there one evening.

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  • Recommendsu/anotherangryperson in r/manchester · Jun 2024

    Agrees Bundobust is great.

  • Recommendsu/zokkozokko in r/manchester · Dec 2025taste

    Praises the street food and ale, and recommends a seasonal butty.

  • Recommendsu/satnam99 in r/manchester · Jun 2024

    Says they are a big fan, while noting it is street-style and vegetarian, so it may not suit everyone.

  • Recommendsu/wheeler1432 in r/manchester · Jun 2024variety

    Notes it is vegetarian and vegan friendly and offers more than standard Indian dishes.

  • Recommendsu/Barrel2182 in r/manchester · Feb 2025

    Visited often and named as a constant favourite.

  • Recommendsu/Lower_Dragonfruit_43 in r/manchester · Nov 2024

    Recommends it for food in the city centre or Northern Quarter.

  • Recommendsu/forzaferrarik8 in r/manchester · Nov 2025

    Named in the recommendation list for visitors looking for good food.

  • Recommendsu/cgginger999 in r/manchester · Feb 2025

    Calls Bundobust a good suggestion.

  • Recommendsu/justkant in r/manchester · Dec 2025ambience

    Finds the Oxford Street location nicer and praises its brilliant street food.

  • Recommendsu/KakhaberTskhadadze in r/manchester · Sep 2025value

    Says Bundobust is affordable for sharing, letting groups try many dishes.

  • Caveatu/MassimoOsti in r/manchester · Aug 2024taste

    Advises against it: greasy menu, poor seating, and small plates lacking quality for the price.

  • Recommendsu/davemee in r/manchester · Oct 2026

    Suggests it as a second Piccadilly option beside another spot.

  • Recommendsu/r_mutt69 in r/manchester · Feb 2026

    Suggests Bundobust as an answer, without further detail.

  • Recommendsu/ginfrared in r/manchester · Feb 2025taste

    Says the food and drinks there are excellent.

  • Recommendsu/Majestic_Matt_459 in r/manchester · Jan 2026

    Suggests Bundobust when asked for favourite restaurants in South Manchester.

  • Recommendsu/No-Locksmith-4003 in r/manchester · Feb 2025

    Suggests Bundobust as a place to eat, with no further comment.

  • Recommendsu/Loki-616 in r/manchester · Jun 2024variety

    Calls Bundobust great, with a wide range of options.

  • Recommendsu/a_random_work_girl in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste

    Recommends Bundobust as very good, more of a street-food style place.

  • Recommendsu/TheMancYeti in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste

    Says the food has no real flaws and it suits group meals.

  • Recommendsu/bythebeardofchabal in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste

    Expresses love for the okra fries, a dish from the place recommended above.

  • Mixedu/aka_liam in r/manchester · Jul 2025value

    Not terrible, but thinks it doesn't feel cheap for the experience on offer.

  • Recommendsu/elrombo in r/manchester · Jan 2024

    Still loves Bundobust; suggests picking a few dishes and getting the okra fries.

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