Pubs, dining and things to do near Old Trafford
Where to drink, eat and kill time before kickoff at Old Trafford. Pubs, restaurants and attractions within walking distance, ranked by how close they are to the ground.
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The Trafford4.4Matchday-focused pub a few minutes' walk from Old Trafford with multiple reviews citing Manchester United pre-/post-match atmosphere and murals/memorabilia.219 m · 3 min walk
Bee Orchid4.5Within a few minutes' walk of Old Trafford, this bar has consistently high reviews for a cosy matchday-friendly atmosphere and amenities like board games and dog-friendly service.446 m · 6 min walk
Cult & Coffee Listening Cafe4.7Right by Old Trafford, 5 recent reviews praise brunch, cocktails, live DJ vibes, and welcoming service—ideal matchday pre/post stop.467 m · 6 min walk
The Railway Club4.65 reviews mention going before a Manchester United match, with welcoming staff, food, and good beer a 10 min walk away—ideal matchday pub stop.776 m · 10 min walk
Tollgate4.3A traditional pub a 10 min walk away with 5 recent reviews citing electric Manchester United matchday atmosphere and 'go every time before watching united'.852 m · 11 min walk
11 Central4.4Within 10 min walk, 5 reviews describe a lively bar with Sky Sports TVs, live music, darts/shuffleboard and great food—ideal matchday pre/post stop.854 m · 11 min walk
Banana Tree Salford Quays4.7Within a 10 min walk of Old Trafford, this highly rated vegan/vegetarian pan-Asian bar-restaurant has multiple reviews praising atmosphere and service, making it a good matchday pre/post option.892 m · 11 min walk
Turtle Bay Salford Quays4.8Near Old Trafford (~10 min walk) and 5 reviews praise Turtle Bay’s cocktails, bottomless brunch, and chill matchday-friendly vibes.893 m · 11 min walk
The Salmon of Knowledge4.2Pub with craft beers, artisan pies, and multiple reviews mention football screens and a good matchday atmosphere a short walk from Old Trafford.1.2 km · 15 min walk
Six Trees Kitchen4.7Five recent reviews praise Six Trees Kitchen for matchday drinks on the deck, club nights, and Sunday roasts, making it a fun pre/post-match stop a few minutes' walk from Old Trafford.1.3 km · 16 min walk
Places to eat near Old Trafford
Restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the ground. Same source, same ranking, useful when you want food before the pub.
The Bishop Blaize4.4Modern Wetherspoon pub right by Old Trafford; 3+ reviews mention match-day atmosphere, United pictures, and watching games, plus affordable food and real ales.194 m · 2 min walk
Kargo MKT4.5Near Old Trafford and rated 4.5, with multiple 5★ reviews praising a matchday-friendly food court/bar atmosphere and lots of cuisines a few minutes' walk away within 842m.842 m · 11 min walk
Matchstick Man4.2Modern pub/restaurant 10 min walk away with TVs and multiple reviews mentioning dinner after a United game and being heaving on match days.845 m · 11 min walk
The Alchemist MediaCityUK4.5Cocktail bar/restaurant a short walk from the stadium with multiple reviews praising atmosphere and service, including one noting it was busy after a Man Utd game.1.1 km · 13 min walk
NOIR Manchester4.1Halal Indian restaurant with hookah and outdoor fire-pit seating; multiple reviews praise food and atmosphere, making it a good matchday pre/post option a short walk from the stadium.1.4 km · 17 min walk
Things to do near Old Trafford
Local landmarks, club museums and other matchday-adjacent stops, ranked by distance from the ground.
Mary Earps Mural5.0A football-themed mural right by the ground at Old Trafford, and reviews mention it 'painted red' and 'Manchester United legacy'—clear matchday attraction value.105 m · 1 min walk
Old Trafford4.6Official Old Trafford stadium attraction right by the ground, with multiple reviews praising Manchester United matchday, museum/tours, and the megastore.156 m · 2 min walk
Stretford Roller Disco5.0Near Old Trafford and 5★ review says it’s 'lots of fun' with cheap skate hire, making it a plausible pre/post-match group activity.576 m · 7 min walk
Old Trafford Cricket Ground4.6Historic Old Trafford Cricket Ground is a major sporting attraction 10 min walk away, and multiple reviews praise matchday atmosphere, views, and food/drinks for cricket events.740 m · 9 min walk
Lowry4.6Near Old Trafford and a 10 min walk, Lowry is a major arts venue with galleries and shows; reviews mention the Lowry 360 experience and frequent visitor appeal.990 m · 12 min walk
IWM North4.5IWM North is a high-rated history museum a short walk from the stadium with multiple reviews praising interactive, family-friendly exhibits and a free visit, making it a solid pre/post-match stop.1.0 km · 13 min walk
Upcoming matches at Old Trafford
FAQ
The Trafford (219 m away, about a 3-minute walk).
Turtle Bay Salford Quays (4.8★ on Google, 893 m from the ground).
We've indexed 10 pubs, 5 places to eat and 6 attractions within walking distance of Old Trafford, sourced from Google Places and ranked by distance from the ground.
Manchester United vs Bournemouth on Sunday 25 October at 14:00, pubs typically open 2 to 3 hours before kickoff.