"The food at this restaurant is subpar, but the service is excellent. The location is great, but I would suggest stopping in for a drink instead of a meal if possible."
Before Covid and the cost of living crisis, Cafe Football was a solid – clever even – American diner-style experience, albeit with the unavoidable football theme. Today, it feels like a reflection of a Brexit Britain, a shadow of its former glory, broken by economic misfortune and ill-advised decisions. The current slimmed down menu appears to have been created not by chefs – or anybody who knows anything about food – but accountants. The clever dishes – I seem to remember a 'Pot Noodle ' which was in fact, a Vietnamese-style pho – are all but gone leaving a fairly uninspired selection. A lack of inspiration can be forgiven if quality is maintained. Alas, that too appears to have scarpered....
My wife and I stayed at this hotel for two days so we could attend a football match nearby. We dined at the cafe football twice, which turned out to be a regrettable decision. The first night, after waiting 45 minutes, we were informed that the chef had already left for the day. The following evening, our food arrived cold after another lengthy wait. Despite the beautifully decorated hotel, the cafe football appears to have very young and inexperienced staff who are still in training. Additionally, I was taken aback by the aggressive behavior of the hotel doorman when trying to enter after the football match. It was later revealed that the hotel had hired a former hooligan as the main doorma...
Great match day atmosphere, average food. Service was quick and staff were friendly. Messi chips were dissapointing. And there was a LOT of dressing on the ceaser salad. Plus an extra £5 for a couple of slices of reheated chicken with it was a bit of a joke. It was a good space to be for the match build up but well overpriced for the standard of food.
Went to Cafe Football after Palace match, service was good and staff friendly, But just felt ripped off when advised that we had to buy the 2 course option from the Matchday Menu at a price of £30! Had we known that then we would have went elsewhere. Food wasn't the best either, my burger was okay but my son had to leave his fish. Left disappointed.
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Very disappointed with our experience. Initially we were greeted with balloons and a card which was a nice gesture but the service we received was very poor. The staff. Seemed to be congregating and chatting but not serving. We had to get their attention for our order, drinks, dessert and then the bill. Such a shame.
I had a pre-match lunch, whilst it was very busy around the bar, I was checked in and taken to my table quickly. Good service taking my order. Match day menu is £30 for two courses, I had the lamb kofta to start, followed by steak ale pie, chips gravy. I would recommend and visit again before a game.
Had two cups of soup (11.00) 1 pie of the week (16.00) 1 Giggsy (15.00) and 2 madri (11.80). Service was good. Washrooms were clean. It would have liked to have had a better selection of food. Soup was the same for a whole week! Lots to watch on the televisions.
Great family dinner for my sons birthday. The staff were really accommodating, especially when our 9 year old had a last minute order change. Sam and the team were great. Definitely recommend! Also played football on the roof which was epic.
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This restaurant is a beautifully decorated cafe with a football theme. From the menu to the wall art, there are many delightful details. It is a perfect spot to visit before or after seeing a game at Old Trafford stadium.
The food at this restaurant is subpar, but the service is excellent. The location is great, but I would suggest stopping in for a drink instead of a meal if possible.
