The Oast House
The Oast House is a pub on Crown Square in Spinningfields, Manchester's business and dining district. It stands out among the glass office blocks for its traditional look, a wide choice of cask and craft beers, hearty food and a busy outdoor garden in summer.
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The Oast House - Manchester
An unusual pub for Spinningfields
Most of Spinningfields is sleek and modern, so The Oast House, with its characterful interior and pub atmosphere, feels like a deliberate contrast. It draws office workers after hours and visitors looking for somewhere less polished than the surrounding cocktail bars, and it stays open late at the weekend.
Beer and food
The bar carries a large range of cask ales and craft beers, which makes it a good stop for anyone who wants to try local brews. The food is hearty and designed to go with a few drinks rather than a formal meal, so it suits groups grazing through an evening. Expect it to be busy straight after work on weekdays, when the surrounding offices empty out, and calmer earlier in the afternoon.
The garden
In summer the outdoor garden is the main event, and it is at its best once the sun goes down and the lights come on. If you are planning a night out in Spinningfields, it pairs easily with dinner at Dishoom or a rooftop drink at 20 Stories, both within a couple of minutes' walk. The Ivy Manchester Brasserie is next door if you want something more formal.
Highlights
- Traditional pub in modern Spinningfields
- Large range of cask and craft beers
- Summer garden on Crown Square
- Late opening on Friday and Saturday
Good to know
- It opens until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays, per the listing.
- The outdoor garden is busiest in summer evenings.
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Sources: inyourpocket.com