i must admit the food is to die for! sirloin and the garlic mushrooms is my favourite! i like the haddock aswell but the plate comes out very very hot and i always burn myself - once quite badly, silly old me! lol if a husband was as good a cook as the chef (dale) all women would be more than happy and vice versa lol i go here alot with my husband and we love it - service is always with a smile, unfortunately the desserts can be quite a wait and the bar service is slow especially if busy (and it's not that big of an establishment)- the service has gone down hill since we first starting going which was just under a year ago but i guess that's the owners problem, but believe me don't let this put you off good service is not the easiest to come by these days but other than that this place is fantastic! definitely go there and treat yourself or a loved one to some of the mouthwatering dishes available! 10/10 to the chef - he's a work of art!
Jo
We have been going to the Old Bill for a while now and every time we go we are never disappointed! The chef cooks a lovely steak and the carvery is fantastic, great value for money. The owner, Lisa is always great fun and a lovely person which makes for a nice atmosphere. Highly recommended!
Jane
We have been for a meal tonight with our 2 children ages 11 and 7, we had an awful Christmas so decided to have a treat, me and my husband go a lot especially at lunch time and I have to say it did not disappoint, the food was fantastic. The mushrooms are wonderful, the pork Diane was delicious and my children loved it. The atmosphere is relaxed and lisa the owner is great, welcoming and has a very infectious laugh. The only down side is that we have all come out absolutely stuffed! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good food. Just wish it was bigger but then would it loose its charm? Great Night!
Jane
I have had numerous meals at this restaurant and have never been disappointed, the sexy mushrooms are fantastic. It is also great for lunch time meals as well, the lasagna is gorgeous, the only very small downside is the service can be very slow so don't go if you are in a rush but you don't mind as much if you enjoy your meal, which my husband and I do frequently, my children love it to.
Philly
Mmmmmm mmmmmmmm mmmmmm is all i can say! The food here is outstanding especially the SEXY GARLIC MUSHROOMS!!! 10/10 for food. Jus a shame the service on the bar isnt as good as those in the kitchen, had to wait quite a while each time for a drink and its sooo hot in there! and the same for desserts - i definitely had room for it after waiting so long, but the chocolate fudge cake was so moorish.. heavenly! it made up for it, definitely try this place; EVERYONE!!
Elaine Richards
I must agree with the previous review the food is just delightful at this liitle restaurant, i went for a christmas meal on a work outing and had a wonderful time. I do agree with heather however that the host is slightly unpleasant and was quite unpatient with the group of people i was with although then again there was alot of us and i can find this understanding. It was more her drunkeness during the evening that i found very inappropriate, although the staff more than made up for it with their excellent service and warmness. The host, i believe her name was lisa made us all have a good laugh, i believe even though she was intoxicated people would be more than comfortble with her humour, although just not children... it's a bit too adult and explicit! Would highly recommend the leg of lamb and would return, it's a nice relaxing yet humourous night out. I just hope the drunkeness was just a bit too much christmas spirit as i don't think a regular occurence would be highly thought of, especially if the host goes pinching mens bottoms, like she did my bosses! ha ha :-)
Heather
If you want to treat your pallet this is a place you should definitely try the food was amazing! I would highly recommend the garlic bread for starters! I must admit if your looking for the best service around it's probably not for you; the staff are more interested in talking amongst themselves and gathering at the bar but they are polite young people with friendly faces, if you don't include the host that is. But one thing i can be sure about is that the chef knows how to work his magic, if your simply after great food this guy is your man!
peter
We had our wedding anniversary party at the old bill rochdale which included 20 guests it was the best night out we have ever had. the food, service and overall ambience of the evening was second to none. the owner lisa tastefully decorated the room at no extra charge. I would strongly recommend anyone to book their special occasion at the old bill. 10/10
rebecca
I think I have tried everything on their menu and I can recommend everything! The garlic mushrooms are just fantastic. This place is a great find.
Sarah
This is the best restaurant i have ever eaten at. Myself and my husband go out a lot for teas and found this restaurant on Sugarvine and was very pleased with the results. You can choose from Italian to English food. The food is very rich and the portions are huge. There is a warm, friendly atmosphere and all the staff have friendly faces. We will definitely be coming here again. I would recommend the huge leg of lamb and the garlic mushrooms!!!
