Refuge
21 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/manchester25 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend Refuge, the hotel restaurant, and a few praise its atmosphere, with one diner describing old tiles and high ceilings near Oxford Road station. Several diners single out the Sunday roast, though two say it was good in the past, and two praise the meat platter, while one says the veggie and vegan options are strong. A few diners warn that it has declined, with two saying food quality has dropped and one saying it no longer stands out. One diner says small plates add up quickly for a group, and another calls it pricey.
Address
The Refuge, Oxford St, Manchester M60 7HA, United Kingdom
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Sunday roast, Meat platter
- Opinions divided
- Yes
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/aka_liam in r/manchester · Feb 2024
Lists it among recommended places.
- Recommendsu/not_r1c1 in r/manchester · Nov 2024taste
Recalls Refuge's Sunday roast as good in the past.
- Recommendsu/LevelWorkspaceAdviso in r/manchester · Jan 2025
Lists Refuge among several places it considers good options.
- Mixedu/Me-and-the-Boys-90 in r/manchester · Sep 2026price
Also great, but its small plates add up quickly for a group.
- Recommendsu/Ill-Syrup4819 in r/manchester · Nov 2026
Offers Refuge as an alternative to Lina Stores.
- Recommendsu/speedbarrymoore in r/manchester · Jan 2026taste
Says The Refuge's roast was excellent in the past, though they haven't had it in a while.
- Recommendsu/Deadeye_Donny in r/manchester · Jan 2024
Says Refuge is really nice.
- Recommendsu/Hulla_Sarsaparilla in r/manchester · Nov 2026
Also favours Refuge, agreeing with the earlier suggestion.
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- Recommendsu/jackiedaytona79 in r/manchester · May 2025taste
Had a good roast there on a recent visit, so speaks from personal experience.
- Caveatu/xxBrightColdAprilxx in r/manchester · Feb 2025consistency
Used to recommend it, but says food quality has dropped sharply.
- Recommendsu/Manky7474 in r/manchester · Jan 2024ambience
Agrees Refuge is a top pick, praising its looks, veggie and vegan options and a meat platter friends liked.
- Recommendsu/olivetree13 in r/manchester · Nov 2026
Suggests Refuge for a meal on the Palace Theatre side.
- Recommendsu/gourmetguy2000 in r/manchester · Oct 2026taste
Lists it among places for good British food.
- Recommendsu/Kurt_Mangel in r/manchester · Aug 2026ambience
Suggests it for coffee, drinks or a meal, praising the old tiles, grand interior and DJs playing.
- Recommendsu/spudthegod in r/manchester · Jan 2026taste
Says the platter for two at The Refuge was lovely.
- Recommendsu/saintdle in r/manchester · Jan 2026
Agrees with the Refuge suggestion and offers no further detail.
- Recommendsu/DoubleParadox in r/manchester · Jan 2026taste
Agrees with the Refuge pick; says it's pricey but among the best roasts eaten out.
- Recommendsu/tommyredbeard in r/manchester · Jan 2025
Strongly recommends Refuge in answer to the roast question.
- Recommendsu/Mrwebbi in r/manchester · Jun 2024consistency
Says it used to be a reliable spot for a good meal.
- Caveatu/moniquemagique in r/manchester · Jun 2024taste
Says building is stunning but menu changed and food quality declined, especially for the price.
- Recommendsu/zxon in r/manchester · Nov 2023taste
Calls The Refuge divine despite the price.
- Recommendsu/hailsbeans in r/manchester · Nov 2026
Says they can personally vouch for Refuge.
- Recommendsu/tacetmusic in r/manchester · Jul 2025variety
Describes its small plates menu as aiming to suit every palate.
- Caveatu/Icy_Zookeepergame148 in r/manchester · May 2024
Says it used to be good but is no longer special.
- Recommendsu/RichardsonM24 in r/manchester · Feb 2024
Suggests Refuge.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.