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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 9102 reviews

What MatthewB doesn't like about The Metropolitan:
Very disappointed when I arrived at 1.15 they had no record of my booking. Showed them the booking confirmation,took no notice of it. Luckily it was half empty and there were tables available. Won't be using your app again View all feedback. What Finley Powell likes about The Metropolitan:
large local pub the railway has been my place for 5 years very cheap prices for didsbury, also many Cask-Ales and. it has a real old style local feeling, it. also regular live music View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.6 ★ from 50 reviews
Omar
23.09.2024 - 12:18

Friendly staff. Impressive building. A very enjoyable place for chilling with a drink and their food menu is good as well.

Leigh
23.09.2024 - 12:18

We had Sunday lunch there with family and the food so absolutely delicious .. our waiter pedram was very attentive and friendly and always made sure we were loo...

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Antonia
23.09.2024 - 12:18

Scarlet was very attentive and friendly. A lovely evening overall.

Mel
23.09.2024 - 12:18

Fabulous Sunday lunch! Great portions with the added bonus of complimentary extras. Served by Alice and nothing was too much trouble.

Nicole
23.09.2024 - 12:18

We’ve always enjoyed dining here, especially for the fresh, made-to-order pizzas and the fantastic atmosphere. The outdoor seating is one of the best around—it’...

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The Railway is a large local pub with a real old-style local feeling, offering very cheap prices for Didsbury, as well as many Cask-Ales and regular live music. Visitors have reported excellent food, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere. Despite some initial booking issues, guests have found the meals to be large, tasty, and satisfying. The pub is also commended for its cozy atmosphere and entertainment options such as showing Sky Sports and hosting a weekly quiz night. Overall, The Railway comes highly recommended for those looking for a welcoming and affordable dining experience with a touch of local charm.

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4.8 ★ from 35 reviews
Reece
25.04.2022 - 15:05

Large local pub the railway is for years my place very cheap prices for didsbury, also many Cask-Ales and. it has a real old style local feeling, it. also regul...

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Candida
22.11.2022 - 18:52

My sister angela and I eat there, it was so good and I love the place it wasn't like when I had a load on lapwing lane, it was a rite drug that you could get an...

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Rosalinde
22.11.2022 - 18:52

Great night had for our work Christmas party eating was excellent never had a bad meal staff were great x

Traute
22.11.2022 - 18:52

We were a meeting of seven together for a catch and Christmas dinner. had a nice evening good eating and brilliant staff. thanks to all

Gracie
22.11.2022 - 18:52

My first visit in the metro with my wife, daughter and 2 grandchildren. we had a first-class food, very attentive and friendly staff. an unforgettable first vis...

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Opentable
4.4 ★ from 518 reviews
Paul
11.10.2024 - 13:46

Never have a bad time here! Always excellent. Staff always very attentive and the food is always good.

JanetB
11.10.2024 - 13:46

Only real complaint was that the beer was so cloudy it should never have been allowed to leave the bar.

JDar
11.10.2024 - 13:46

The table was not booked when we arrived but luckily they had a table free. We waited 40 mins for the food and 3 out of 5 dishes were not edible one burger burn...

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Opentable
11.10.2024 - 13:46

Restaurant hadn’t received my booking but thankfully had plenty of free tables.

MatthewB
11.10.2024 - 13:46

Very disappointed when I arrived at 1.15 they had no record of my booking. Showed them the booking confirmation,took no notice of it. Luckily it was half empty...

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Foursquare
3.3 ★ from 13 reviews
Google
4.2 ★ from 3152 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.9 ★ from 30 reviews
Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 1081 reviews
Yelp
4.4 ★ from 18 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.8 ★ from 3797 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 408 reviews

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