The Counter House Reviews Summary

Category: Restaurant Manchester

Address: 35 Blossom St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6AJ, United Kingdom

Phone: +441614140065

Rating: 4.6
based on 160 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The short rib tacos were the stand out dish however everything else was great also."
  • "The beef was cooked perfectly, just pink like how I would like it."
  • "Food was gorgeous, not my usual kind of venue not a fan of the decor."
  • "The food was absolutely gorgeous and the Yorkshire pudding was huge!"
  • "The roast chicken was described in the most detailed and passionate way."
  • "The steak, fish tacos, the flatbread with dips and the blondie were particular highlights."
  • "The food (counter burger and chicken burger) was absolutely fantastic."
  • "The food was an absolute 10/10, can’t think of anything I’d change!"

Cons:

  • "The roast potatoes was slightly too hard for my liking (personal preference)."
  • "Food was pricey for what you can get in the area though."
  • "£3.50 for a tiny glass of soda water?? 😭 They only do Schweppes bottles no postmix apparently."
  • "Baked Cod for the Main & it was a little disappointing, especially the rather hard cous cous."
  • "The Sunday roast wasn’t amazing, only option chicken or beef in the meat, the roast potatoes tasted pre-cooked warmed up."
  • "£22 for a steak with no sides I'm expecting it will be good. It had gristle and wasn't good quality."
  • "The food is certainly tasty but you won’t get a lot. Plates are underwhelming portioned."
  • "Had the sunday roast and we were a bit disappointed. The beef and gravy was great but every other element was disappointing, especially the roast potatoes."

Service Quality

Pros:

  • "Our server was attentive and we received our food in approx 20 mins."
  • "The service was amazing, very nice chilling atmosphere with the selection of music."
  • "The service was soo lovely! Every time I’ve been here had the same waiter, may be the gm not sure but he’s so welcoming and accommodating."
  • "The staff were so accommodating about this! We ordered one person's food for them, and they kept it under the heat lamp until they arrived."
  • "Late lunch with friends who I haven’t seen for a while. Was quiet as expected mid week but perfect for us. The service was very good, not overbearing nor insincere."
  • "Amazing everything & well worth checking out."
  • "The staff were on the ball."
  • "The service was great, the decor was very plant-industrial but artsy too, so it was a very pleasant atmosphere."

Cons:

  • "Wouldn't have minded if the service would have told me about this when I ordered."
  • "Each member of staff we spoke to was rude. One girl turned around and rolled her eyes when we asked to be served (after 45 mins)."
  • "The staff on the day we visited were obviously new starters, which isn’t the problem but seemed like there was no structure between them all."
  • "No menus provided when sat. We asked what wines they had, the waiter mentioned 4 of them and we chose the Sauvignon."
  • "Horrible service. From sitting down to eating food we waited 2 hours."
  • "I asked for Jack Daniel and coke and was served with the house whisky."
  • "Tried to go for lunch. They weren’t ready at 11 when their website says they’re supposed to be open."
  • "Went for breakfast. Had the poached eggs and avacado. The eggs were under done and the breakfast was only barely warm."

Atmosphere & Decor

Pros:

  • "I love the atmosphere here and also the service was friendly and attentive."
  • "Liked the atmosphere. Would recommend for casual get together and return for the roast lunch that I’ve heard good things about."
  • "The atmosphere, the spectacular service from Panos and the clear attention to detail by Martin the chef in his flavour combinations."
  • "The large bi-folding doors connect you to the outside, particularly to the seating across the road where the courtyard for this art complex is."
  • "The place comfortably warm, the music amazing, overall such a good vibe."
  • "The ambiance and food here is Amazing. Staff are really friendly and make you have a great dinning experiance."
  • "The ambiance and decoration is amazing. My favorite is the chicken Katsu and the chickpea salad."
  • "The counter house is a solid new brunch spot in ancoats - off cutting room square."

Cons:

  • "Food was gorgeous, not my usual kind of venue not a fan of the decor."
  • "The music is really good but way too loud. Mentioned it but request was ignored by the manager hence the 4 stars."
  • "My only grumble. The coffee didn't come in mugs."
  • "Sometimes wish they'd turn the music down earlier in day, but otherwise can't fault it."
  • "The place is a shambles. Travelled to Manchester to meet a friend and have breakfast at the counter house."
  • "I wouldnt let my dog eat their food. Found hair in my coffe twice and it felt like i was pushed out of the restaurant, just so they could get somone else to sit in my seat and feed them their hair."
  • "Nice deco inside good atmosphere nice kitchen very clean!!, went Just for a drink bit expensive though and there's not a proper pint in the drinks menu just 2/3 and the beer from tap was flat."
  • "The place is a shambles. Travelled to Manchester to meet a friend and have breakfast at the counter house."

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