Nothing quite hits the spot at the end of the week like a proper roast dinner.
After days of hard work, and maybe even a bit too much merriment to celebrate the weekend, you can't beat a good old fashioned hearty dinner to get yourself ready for the week ahead.
It can be a bit stressful to juggle the timings and oven space if you've got a few mouths to feed, or if you've just got a small kitchen, so a lot of us like to take the stress out of Sunday dinners and head out for the perfect meal to round out the week.
Whichever protein you enjoy on your roast, whether you think Yorkshire puddings belong on a roast dinner or not (they do), there's something for everyone in these top spots we've picked out below - making them the perfect spot for a Sunday lunchtime meal.
TNQ, Northern Quarter
One of the most popular roasts in Greater Manchester, TNQ’s Sunday offerings were crowned runner up of the Observer Food Monthly Awards’ Best Sunday Lunch in 2018 and 2019.
Priced at £19.95 for two courses, or £22.95 for three, there’s plenty of choice for everyone with a mix of starters and mouth watering desserts.
There are even a selection of regular mains for anyone not interested in the delicious roasts, and vegetarian options available.
TNQ’s Sunday service is very popular, and despite serving until 7pm, slots book up quickly so reservations are recommended as far in advance as possible.
Visit TNQ’s website to take a look at the offerings or book a table.
The March Hare, Stockport
Situated in Cheadle Hulme, The March Hare serves up delicious looking food every day of the week.
However, when it comes to Sundays, the pub really pushes the boat out, with a menu that can make your mouth water for a good roast dinner.
A variety of meats are up for offer, with a candied vegetable roast for vegetarians or vegans and a trio of roasts for the indecisive.
Served with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, and roasted parsnips, The March Hare really tick all the boxes from what you could be after from a traditional roast.
Visit their website to check out the menu or reserve a table.
The Pack Horse, Bury
Sitting slightly off the beaten track, in Affetside, between Tottington and Jumbles Country Park, The Pack Horse is very popular with diners.
Serving seasonal food means the pub updates its menu each month, usually only making minor changes to dishes based on the availability of ingredients.
The Sunday menu offers a wide variety of starters, mains, and roasts, with vegetarian and vegan offerings scattered across the menu.
All roasts are served with roast potatoes and homemade Yorkshire puddings, but most impressive is the Sunday roast platter for two.
Priced at £36.95, the dish serves beef, pork, chicken, and turkey alongside stuffing, pigs in blankets, and a variety of veg.
With both mashed and roasted potatoes, and a “bottomless jug of real gravy”, the description alone should get your mouth watering.
Visit the website to take a look for yourself, or to book a table.
Proost, Urmston
An increasingly popular eatery close to Urmston station, Proost updates its menu each week, but offers a roast every Sunday for patrons.
Served with roast potatoes, buttered veg, and Yorkshire pudding, each roast dish sounds delightful, with a small selection of dishes from the main menu also available for anyone not interested in a roast.
Priced at £19 for two courses, with a third course just £3 extra, the delectable menu is very reasonably priced too, and available from 1-6.30pm every Sunday.
Visit the Proost website for more information or to book a table.
The Hive, Stretford
Although it might not be your first thought when it comes to Sunday lunch, this popular sports bar in Stretford Mall serves a range of gorgeous looking food from Tuesday to Sunday.
Offering a starter and roast for £15.95, with the option of adding a dessert for £3 extra, it’s a very reasonably priced outing - especially given the quality of the food.
A selection of alternative mains are also up for grabs for anyone not interested in the traditional roast, with vegetarian and vegan options too.
Visit the website to check out the bar or book a table.
The Little B, Sale
Serving up roast dinners for just £9.95, this pub on Marsland Road i very easy on the wallet - especially as a children’s portion costs half the price.
With the ability to choose two of the available meats, served alongside roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, and stuffing, there’s plenty to get excited about.
If one course won’t fill you up, starters and desserts can be added to your meal for just £3 each to round out your dinner.
A selection of the pub’s regular menu is also available for those who fancy a bit more choice.
Understandably, the pub can get very busy on a Sunday, and booking is highly recommended.
Check out The Little B’s website to view the menu or book a table.
The Didsbury, Didsbury
This extremely popular pub is one of the best places to head to for a Sunday lunch with the family.
With a range of starters to suit any taste, there’s no chance of anyone struggling to find something that takes their fancy.
Alongside a range of roast options, including a trio of roasts for those who can’t decide, is a comprehensive mains meal - perfect for anyone in the party not wanting a roast.
Served with all the trimmings - including a yorkshire pudding with every roast - and with vegetarian options it’s not hard to see why the site is so popular.
Booking is necessary, and Sunday service will fill up quickly so try to book as far in advance as possible.
Visit the website to view the menu or book.
The Refuge by Volta
Wow, where do we even begin here?
With an incredible reputation, The Refuge, on Oxford Street, is a must-visit destination for Sunday dinner, offering a massive variety of starters, roasts, and desserts for everyone.
Most importantly, they're the second venue on the list to feature a roast platter for two, with beef, half a chicken, and pork served alongside roast potatoes, vegetables, and lashings of gravy.
Priced at £39 for the platter, or £17 a roast, it's not the cheapest spot on the list, but the gorgeous decor and grandeur of the venue make it worth splashing out for at least once - with many diners saying the food is well worth the price paid for it.
The space is very popular, so it's well worth making a reservation to avoid being disappointed.
Head to the website to check out the food or book a table.
