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Name: The Black Friar
Address: Blackfriars Rd, Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom, M3 7DH
Telephone: 0161 667 9555
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.6

The Black Friar

4.6

535 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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Welcome to The Black Friar - the perfect place to come together with friends and loved ones.

With a cozy traditional pub in the front, a sleek, modern restaurant in the back and rooms available for private hire, we can accommodate anything you may need!

Now, let's talk food!
We offer an all day menu that runs from 12pm until we close. It contains classic pub fare such as fish and chips and daily pies but it does not stop there. Our all day menu also contains some amazing elevated dishes giving you modern British cuisine at its best.
Whatever it is you order, our chef, Ben Chaplin, will make sure it's a meal to remember.

If you haven't joined us before, what are you waiting for? Our doors are always open (except when the fire's on!)

Enter as strangers, return as friends.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
0161 667 9555
Website
http://www.theblackfriarsalford.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ben Chaplin

Location
Blackfriars Rd, Salford, Manchester M3 7DH
Neighborhood
Salford
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Artisan Breads
seasonal butter
- pp£2.00
The Black Friar Bake£7.00
the daily puff pastry, ask your server about today's bake
Lemon + Herb Marinated Olives£4.00
Moroccan Beldi + Turkish Uslu
Frito Misto£12.00
soft shell crab, squid, anchovy, white fish, smoked garlic + squid ink aioli
Driftwood Goats' Cheese£9.00
Pico de Gallo + toasted ciabatta

In the Beginning

Spring Leek + Potato Soup£8.00
horseradish potatoes + straw fries
Wild Mushroom Tortellini£8.00
broad bean + pea fricassee + mushroom purée
Crab on Toast£14.00
cornish brown crab mayo, shrimp butter, lemon gel + basil
BBQ Braised Short Rib£14.00
sesame + pickled coleslaw
Duck Liver Parfait£10.00
Boddington's chutney, duck fat butter + ciabatta toast
Hand Dived Scottish Scallops£15.00
white garlic purée, black garlic crumb + parsley purée
Spring Pea + Goats Cheese Flan£10.00
puff pastry shards, lemon gel, wasabi peas + pea mousse

The Main Event

Chalk Stream Trout£26.00
confit tomato, white bean + morteaux cassoulet
Risotto Primavera£16.00
spring vegetables, vegan cheese + pickled pepperanata
Blackfriar Puff Pastry Pie£17.00
buttered mash, greens + gravy, please ask for today's pie
White Miso Marinated Black Cod£29.00
Palourde clams, squid ink linguini + spiced charred cabbage
Black Garlic Crumb Chicken£19.00
Swiss cheese sauce, wild garlic purée + straw fries
Cumbrian Lamb Rack£29.00
foraged mushroom, sweetbread, pomme anna + watercress
Broccoli + Blue Tarte Fin£18.00
beignets, brassicas + Chepyn blue cheese mousse
The Black Friar Burger£18.00
aged beef, British brie, crisp ham, rocket, Boddington's relish + fries. Vegan option available
Lake District Himalayan Salt Aged Beef
roast shallots + peppercorn sauce
- Fillet (8oz)£39.00
- Ribeye (10oz)£33.00
- Sirloin (8oz)£29.00

Side Orders

Heritage Tomato Salad£5.00
pine nuts, tarragon + rose water dressing
Caesar Salad£5.00
romaine lettuce, anchovies + parmesan
Peas a la Francaise£5.00
gem lettuce, Alsace bacon + white wine cream
Roast Jersey Royals£5.00
mint jelly butter
Truffle Fries£5.00
white truffle oil + grana padano

Sunday Roasts

Ask about our weekly changing meats

Striploin of Hereford Beef
crispy roast potatoes, buttered mash, Yorkshire pudding, roast root vegetables, greens + gravy
Wild Mushroom + Spinach Pithivier
crispy roast potatoes, buttered mash, Yorkshire pudding, roast root vegetables, greens + vegan gravy

And It Was So

Chocolate Orange Fondant£9.00
cardamom ice cream + candied celery
Blackfriar Banoffee£8.00
dulce di leche, cocoa nibs + lime
Rhubarb + 'Custard'£8.00
poached + crisp rhubarb, custard crumble + set custard
Caramelised White Chocolate Tart£10.00
buttermilk sorbet, black + white sesame tuille
Mango + Passionfruit Panacotta£9.00
puff rice + mango salsa
British Cheese Board£16.00
quince + pickled celery + handmade artisan crackers

Dessert Drinks

Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos
Apricot + honey. Oremus, tokaj, Hungary
- 75ml£18.50
Vin Santo
A sweet wine made in Tuscany, Italy. Predominance of hazelnut + caramel
- 75ml£12.00
Dona Antonia 20 Year Old Tawny£10.50
Made In Porto, here we find notes of nuts, spices, dry fruit + marmalade
Salford Dock£11.00
Salford Rum, Vanilla liquor, Caramel syrup + fresh coffee
The Collar Espresso Martini£10.00
Vodka, espresso liquor, chocolate orange liquor, coffee

What 535 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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KathrynC
Newcastle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely evening. Great food and very attentive staff. Highly recommend it.
AR
AllanRobertson
Manchester
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Went for a Sunday roast. Very overpriced compared to other options at the same price (e.g. Hawksmoor). Beef was overcooked (no pink in the middle), there wasn't enough of it in proportion to how full the rest of the plate was. Yorkshire's were a bit overdone too. Mash was really good tho. But honestly just go somewhere else. Far too expensive for what it is.
AF
AlisonF
London
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
This was our second visit here but on both occasions found the greater a bit sully. We were early so wanted a drink at the bar where the greater was trying to push us onto our table. The waitress were lovely as last time and the food was great.
H
Hellsbells
Manchester
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a really good time & meal with great service thanks
OT
OpenTable Diner
Manchester
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Went for the vegan Sunday roast, menu says it comes with a Yorkshire pudding but it didn’t so that was very disappointing. Rest of the roast was good but felt lacking. Service was amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience5
Not what it was !!! We were frequent diners here and the food has really gone down hill lately. Had Sunday lunch and everything was dried out. You could tell everything was not made to order but sitting around and simply reheated. Chicken roast was dry to the bone and Black garlic chicken was so dry inside it was barley edible. The tortellini appetizer was simply just weird… every chef knows the only acceptable dish to use raw mushrooms in is a salad. Yet, the tortellini had several raw mushrooms on top. From texture to taste this dish failed miserably !!!! We won’t be back !!!!
S
Sonya
Manchester
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, food and setting all fabulous. We really enjoyed and will definitely be back. Manchester/Salford’s best roast by far! Thank you.
T
Tanya
Yorkshire
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food we had for Sunday lunch. Whilst a little more than most would spend on Sunday lunch it was certainly value for money in my opinion.
JS
JodiS
Manchester
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Gorgeous place. Sunday roast was amazing!
JO
JeffO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Marvellous Sunday Lunch again. Can't wait to return, thank you.
AG
AlisonG
Glasgow
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were visiting our daughter in Manchester and were all delighted with our Sunday Lunch at the Black Friars. We have passed before and commented on how lovely it looks and we’re not disappointed, would recommend and will be back
MC
MaryC
Manchester
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely venue and outstanding food! Would highly recommend and will definitely be returning
PC
PhilC
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our first time at Black friar and will be returning. The food and service were excellent. Well plentiful and prepared food served by a friendly and helpful waitress (thank you Frederca!). However, the kitchen had run out of several items (at 7.30PM?), including the hamburger, which I had set my heart on. The wine list is good, but somewhat overpriced (a fairly ordinary Vosne-Romanee at £170).......and again, my preferred choice was not available.
K
Kyleb
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovly Bianca look after us food staff nothing was to much trouble we will be back again soon
MC
MichaelC
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Lovey food and helpful engaged and friendly staff. A little noisy which made conversation more difficult than we would have liked.
s
stacey
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was just gorgeous, we really enjoyed our visit and we will be back
T
Tina
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, helpful staff, great atmosphere. This is the first time we visited with our kids, usually we come alone, but they loved it. Would definitely keep coming.
ML
MattL
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were outstanding. Bianca, our waitress was great with our kids, and was attentive, helpful and friendly. Food was cooked perfectly and delicious. And the soundtrack was absolutely spot on!
BR
BuntyR
Cambridge
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely evening at the Black Friar. From the welcome at the front desk the service was great. The decor inside & out is fantastic. The tropical garden setting outside is fabulous. Spotlessly clean everywhere. The menu was interesting & inventive. Food was delicious. Wine good for by the glass. Would highly recommend
G
Grahambio
Manchester
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been before and we'll be coming again, always a great meal.
TG
TraceyG
Manchester
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely gorgeous Sunday lunch this is the third time I’ve been and would definitely recommend
JH
JulieH
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've visited The Black Friar on several occasions and each time we walk away amazed at the quality and taste of the food. Our 2 year old granddaughter enjoyed her colouring pack and the service all round was exceptional.
RM
RiaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service and a fantastic Sunday dinner. Will be back!
R
Romney
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
A great Sunday lunch enjoyed in lovely surroundings.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Manchester
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall1food2service5ambience2
I have visited blackfriar many times and was left very disappointed today. The cocktails where below your usual standard; two remakes of a margarita and we just decided to drink what we were given rather than be a further nuisance to our waiter - the food with the exception of starters was also below your usual standard overcooked and verging on cold linguine as well as undercooked cod. The burger was over done however this has not been the case in the past despite our waiter insititing it has always been prepared “cook through”. I know everyone can have a bad night but I just thought it was important to feed back as blackfriar is one of my favourite spots in Manchester.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience4
Overpriced - quality of food does not match price.
GZ
GrahamZ
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always here, we had a lovely evening, food and service was great. What a lovely place to have on our doorstep x
OT
OpenTable Diner
Manchester
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Not the best. Not the worst
L
Looby161
Yorkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful surroundings, great attention to details. Food amazing. This is a hidden gem, a few mins walk from Deansgate. You will be impressed. The menu is something special. Drinks I can recommend the cocktails
PF
PaulF
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Great place for a business lunch and will be going back
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. My second time and it didn’t disappoint. Roasts were excellent, espresso martinis perfect, and the service was spot on. Thank you!
LL
LorraineL
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Party of 13 celebrating our grandsons 21st mixed age group… food and service were exceptional had to change the booking numbers twice Ciara was really helpful and nothing was too much trouble! Would definitely recommend.
CA
CharlotteA
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for tea, amazing food and drinks, service was great too. Can’t wait to go back for the Sunday roast!
DC
DebbieC
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, service was impeccable, thoroughly enjoyed it we will be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
PJ
PaulJ
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent as usual, just superb food and service.
F
Fletch
Manchester
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The black friar has become one of our favourite places. The food is fantastic and the service is very attentive. Yes it is a little pricey but it is more than worth it! every time we have brought family/friends they have loved it and recommend it to others.
PT
PaulineT
County Durham
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely food, great atmosphere and friendly attentive service. Highly recommend
DB
DanielB
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was superb and the service excellent, love this place.
YT
YvonneT
Manchester
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, and impeccable service. Probably a tad expensive, but it’s a lovely venue, which has been done up really well.
E
Eleanor
Manchester
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great selection of cocktails and wine, the food is amazing! The crab on toast was sooo nice. I’ve been a few times now and offen looked after by the same waitress who is amazing and very attentive. Decor of the restaurant and ambience tops it off as a great place to visit.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

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The Black Friar is rated 4.6 stars by 535 OpenTable diners.

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Neighborhood
Salford
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben Chaplin
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theblackfriarsalford.co.uk/
Phone number
0161 667 9555

The Black Friar

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The Black Friar Bake

Truffle Fries

Chocolate Orange Fondant

Grazing

Artisan Breads

The Black Friar Bake£7.00

Lemon + Herb Marinated Olives£4.00

Frito Misto£12.00

Driftwood Goats' Cheese£9.00

In the Beginning

Spring Leek + Potato Soup£8.00

Wild Mushroom Tortellini£8.00

Crab on Toast£14.00

BBQ Braised Short Rib£14.00

Duck Liver Parfait£10.00

Hand Dived Scottish Scallops£15.00

Spring Pea + Goats Cheese Flan£10.00

The Main Event

Chalk Stream Trout£26.00

Risotto Primavera£16.00

Blackfriar Puff Pastry Pie£17.00

White Miso Marinated Black Cod£29.00

Black Garlic Crumb Chicken£19.00

Cumbrian Lamb Rack£29.00

Broccoli + Blue Tarte Fin£18.00

The Black Friar Burger£18.00

Lake District Himalayan Salt Aged Beef

Side Orders

Heritage Tomato Salad£5.00

Caesar Salad£5.00

Peas a la Francaise£5.00

Roast Jersey Royals£5.00

Truffle Fries£5.00

Sunday Roasts

Striploin of Hereford Beef

Wild Mushroom + Spinach Pithivier

And It Was So

Chocolate Orange Fondant£9.00

Blackfriar Banoffee£8.00

Rhubarb + 'Custard'£8.00

Caramelised White Chocolate Tart£10.00

Mango + Passionfruit Panacotta£9.00

British Cheese Board£16.00

Dessert Drinks

Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos

Vin Santo

Dona Antonia 20 Year Old Tawny£10.50

Salford Dock£11.00

The Collar Espresso Martini£10.00

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