It's true that this place is an all-rounder and probably one of the most popular drinking dens in…read moreAltrincham. Owned by both Landlady and Landlord, they do their best to make you feel welcome. There's often a strange mix of clientele, from the very young to the very old, but everyone appears to be having a grand old time all the same. For sports lovers, there's the informal sports bar upstairs with screens, but be sure to get there early to nab a leather sofa. The Orange Tree has a great selection of draught beers as well as real ales, and the food hearty and includes a very pocket-friendly daily special including pie day, fish and chip day and steak day, all under £5!

The Orange Tree is a Pub that has it all, cask ales, brilliantly friendly staff (rare) and…read moreincredibly good food! It's one of those pubs that has obviously been lovingly cared and built on for a number of years. The food is good old fashioned pub grub like home made steak and ale pie, rump steaks, baguettes and a good selection of salads. They even have a resident ghost! who has been the subject of interest for ghost hunters, regulars and visitors alike..... Apparently he is a monk who likes chanting! They have a small beer garden to the rear, there is also seating out the front facing out onto Altrincham old market square, most of the buildings here are some of the oldest in the town. There is also a sports bar inside where they show all sports .. you name it, they probably will air it. A peaceful, privately owned and traditional pub!

Mysterious, dark, candlelit - add an Argos-catalogue-long-list of brilliant beers and you've got…read moreMort Subite. I've been here a couple of times. It's tucked away off a main street with only a little sign to identify it by - but it's well worth searching for. By the time you've descended the stairs you feel like you're in a different country - definitely not what you'd expect to find in a basement in Altrincham. There only ever seems to be one person serving, but that's all you need in this place. And she certainly knows her stuff! It's table service, so you get plenty of time to study the extensive menu. Although sometimes I feel a little overwhelmed by choice and can sense the impatience growing in the waitress - so I often go for whatever she recommends on tap. It can be expensive, but if you like beer and you're not afraid of choice - then you should definitely give it a visit.

'Difficult to find but perhaps more difficult to leave.' Never has a strapline about a place been…read moremore spot on. After starting in Belgian Bar (see review http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/belgian-bar-altrincham) it was thanks to the trusty Yelp bookmark app...and the small wooden A-board outside, that we found the Impasse de la Fidélité where the unassuming entrance is and headed down below street level. At the bottom of the stairs you duck under a thick velvety curtain and into the darkened bar (I'm not joking, it's really dark in there). You'd expect to be greeted by Morticia Addams or Elvira, Mistress of the Dark such is the creepy, yet inviting atmosphere. I was hoping Thing would scuttle out from behind the bar. After several minutes your eyes get used to the low light levels and it actually becomes fairly visible down here, so you can check out the quirky paraphenalia. And so to the beers. With a small number on draught (mostly Belgian), the bulk of their offerings comes bottled. You'll be spoilt for choice with beers from Belgium, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Scandinavia and the UK. We lost two, possibly three hours in this place and had some truly gorgeous choices (the highlight was 'Cuvée Van De Keizer Blauw (Blue)' from Brouwerij Het Anker in Belgium). So much so that after we left we bought some bottles to take home from Bier Cell (http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/bier-cell-altrincham), which is also owned by the owners of MS. This place is now firmly in my Top Three all time favourite drinkeries in the country.

The few times I've visited Pi I've always left with a warm fuzzy feeling inside (and it's not all…read moreto do with the consumption of their lovely beer). A small but perfectly formed pub only a stone's throw from Altrincham Market House, it's a great choice if you don't want to face a sea of people. There are actually two floors, so it's not as small as you first think on entering. The staff are warm and welcoming, offering suggestions if you're uncertain what to choose. They've always got something good on their few draught pumps, but don't be discouraged from trying a bottle from another part of the world - check out their eclectic international menu first. As other reviewers have mentioned, there are pots of complimentary peanuts for customers. A sales ploy I'm sure, but I love those small gestures, it makes me love the place even more. Alongside Belgian Bar, Mort Subite and Riddles, with Jack In The Box and Reserve (inside Market House), Altrincham now has a seriously enviable 'drinks quarter'.

I really love Pi and for those of you who have recently read my praise filled review of their…read moreChorlton site will be pleased to know that all is good and well in Alti! As with Chorlton, there's a real neighbourhood bar element to this place and upon arrival the barmaid and one of the customers were having a good chat about the newest beers on offer from a great selection of breweries such as Camden, Brooklyn and some sweet looking Belgium options. I literally had 30 mins to spare before zooming off to my meeting but was hungry like the proverbial Duran Duran wolf so made a quick decision to have the tasty Matador pie (chorizo, beef, butterbeans, potato and olives) with a tasty side of minted mushy peas and homemade mash. The pie was amazing and in all came to £6.95 which I don't think was too bad for fodder of such quality! Pi is quickly becoming one of my favourite Manchester bars and I can't wait to get back here or Chorlton soon to try out some of their beers. Wunderbar!

Bier Cell is fantastic little beer shop just around the back of Altrincham's traditional market. I…read morepopped in while in town for the football and was massively impressed with their selection. In fact upon entering the girl on the counter apologised for the lack of stock due to the Christmas rush - if this was a poor selection then I'm a monkey's uncle and it would put many other off licences to shame. One thing that was noticeable was that they were very heavy on traditional Belgian beers and while a large part of the shop was dedicated to European imports, there was still plenty of room for a good selection of local craft breweries. I was particularly impressed to see them stocking real rarities and Brewdog was well served. Most of these beers were ones that I had only ever seen on the BD website before and they even stocked this years prototype beers which again was pretty cool for a high street store to be doing. Prices as well were pretty reasonable with only maybe a small mark up on what I'd normally expect to pay. This isn't a problem when you find a great independent business who have obviously gone to the effort to make their shop something special. On top of these beers, they also sell quite a few "beery gift packs" - the type where you get a glass with a bottle of something rare making this place perfect to pick up a present for those who are no nonsense hop fiends! Overall if you want good beer then go and check them out. Pi is just across the road if you want to then go and enjoy a beer out of the bar and a heartwarming pie for lunch or dinner!

Bier cell was somewhere I've always meant to get too but never either found it or I've been…read moredistracted by the market hall ! The size of the shop is deceptive it looks as if it should go back another 6 foot. Having spent a large amount of time in Brussels I've done my Belgian beer shops and one thing that I noticed immediately is that it looks like the owner sticks what they like. From German beers to Belgian beers and the local northern breweries it has stocked there is small selection. The shop is not very big but products are laid out nicely, one thing that would be nice to see would more of the continental beer accessories like you see in Europe. Its ok but I didn't get the warmest of welcomes so a little more interaction for four stars

Belgian Bar has been on my bookmark list for ages, ever since I went to Altrincham Market and…read morespotted it opposite. So when a good friend (and fellow beer fiend) from 'darn sarth' came up for a weekend visit I knew we had to head to Alty first. We got there early afternoon on a Saturday and quickly saw that we'd be the first people in there, not that we let that stopped us, it just meant we got the best seats by the open fires. The beer list is huge, sized more like a phone book (they have 250 bottled beers and more than a dozen on draught). So unless you really know your beers, you could feel somewhat overwhelmed at first. (Personal recommendation for Timmermans Peche). The staff are on hand to give you suggestions if you need. With spacious seating over two levels, it's a lovely place to sample some lesser-heard-of beers and watch the world go by.

I went to this bar with yelp friends after Yelp events, nice place with big selection of beers…read more Staff nice and help full with making order. With fire place this place is worm and great for cold day. Sitting places are very close and you can feel little squish but after couple of drink do you care lol. It is great new experience with different kind of beers, but prices are high. I can recommended Cherry Beer.

We had a nice light lunch here! A snack really, as we shared just one steak and ale pie and a…read morecouple drinks (we weren't very hungry and were in a rush.) The steak pie was very good, and the black currant and ginger beer was just what we needed to gear up for more sightseeing. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.

From the owner: Historic pub on Stamford New Road near Goose Green, a stone's throw from the hospital. Serving…read morePieminister pies and a range of beer, cask, craft and cocktails as well as holding a well stocked gin bar.

They've done a beautiful job of the interior of this place and it's a really nice place to come for…read morea drink - there's seating at the bar and in a lounge area. I didn't get to try the food or even see the menu but there's an impressive looking kitchen so hope to return for that at some point (actually have now found menu online and as well as a grill they have a big sushi menu!!) Drinks wise, they had Antica Formula vermouth! The bartender had NO IDEA what it was or how to serve it but we quickly got the ice/lemon/appropriate glass sorted and although it might seem expensive at £4.50 for 50ml it's a good alternative to wine for an aperitif. Prosecco was £22 a bottle which wasn't bad either. I thought the ale selection was a little limited although and I couldn't work out what the microbrewery aspect was (curiously they only seem to have a wine menu even though they have an extensive amount of fancy sprits which you can't see properly). As the evening (Saturday) wore on it became increasingly busy and uncomfortable to sit at the bar with people bashing past you to get their order - they probably need to move some of those chairs on busy nights (/you might want to try another option - amazingly the market was actually quieter by that point!).

The minute you walk in, you feel excited... the ambience, the smell of good food... once sat…read moredown... greeted by friendly staffs with good advice on portion size and wine suggestions. Would recommend this place hands down.

I wasn't expecting much when I first heard their name and saw Costello's frontage, one drizzly…read moreSaturday evening in August, but it was a classic case of don't judge a book by its cover. Tucked away from the main streets of Altrincham in a courtyard in the Goose Green area of town, its the brewery tap for local brewers Dunham Massey (their head brewer is called John Costello - so all became clear). Seven hand pumps serve a variety of their beers starting from only £2 a pint - awesome! They also offer ciders and perry as well as your typical full bar drinks list. It looks as though the bar took over a modern retail unit, as it's got a fairly minimal interior lacking somewhat when compared to older, more characterful boozers. They're definitely more steered towards the fan of a pint than a Cosmo cocktail it must be said, but when we were there it was bustling with all sorts of drinkers. The other bars on the courtyard can mean it gets a bit rackety of a weekend if you sit outside, but the price and quality of the beers on offer far outweigh that.

I really like Costellos in Goose Green. Its really easy to find from the tram stop and the Goose…read moreGreen area is really nice, especially in the summer. I've always been with large-ish groups and had no problem fitting everyone in. It is busier than a lot of places I've been outside of town, so that's probably testament to its popularity. Price wise, its pretty reasonable. I usually have wine - sometimes red, sometimes rose, and always enjoyed the choice. It seems to have a good choice of beer/ales/lager (I don't really know the difference between them) and the beer drinkers in the group seemed happy. They do also sell spirits etc but I think it is aimed at beer drinkers (a bit like Port Street Beer House in town really). Definitely recommend this place when out in Altrincham.

A hidden gem that exemplifies the old terrace-house-converted-to-a-pub that's so common around…read moreManchester. Lots of small rooms to hide out in--and the free wifi makes it a good place to hide-up and go online. They added a surprisingly spacious garden in about 2008. Great selection of beer and very friendly service. Stays open to midnight too.

Tucked away on a small road, a little further down from large establishments like The Orange Tree…read moreand Old Market Tavern, The Roebuck is worth a look in. A real traditional boozer, what I love about The Roebuck is the feeling of camaraderie amongst the regulars and the Landlords who make it their mission to create an inviting and friendly atmosphere, although occasinoally this can make you feel like you're gate-crashing a private party. However I don't think it would take long to become more familiar. In the summer I happened upon an amazing open air gig in the garden, lots of classic American and British rock songs and a great atmosphere as the sun went down. It was totally unexpected!

It's incredible that such a small, unassuming bar can have such a massive impact on Altrincham. If…read morethis bar were a celebrity, it would definitely be in the A-list. There's really nothing to fault. Over 3 floors, you HAVE to sit down (so I advise yo get there early). There's always 5 beers on draught and around 100 beers in total, making it one of the best menus I have ever seen in my life. The staff are always happy despite how raucous and busy it gets in here, and the atmosphere is jovial. You can't fail to have a good time.

There really isn't a better place to spend a lazy, rainy Saturday afternoon than sipping a beer in…read morethis bar's dark interior. It may be the best bar I have ever been too, and that's a rather large sampling.