Old Trafford sits in the Old Trafford/Stretford area of west Manchester, with matchday favorites right outside the stadium and more spread as far as nearby Salford Quays, just across the border in Salford. Distances and ratings come from Google Maps.
Cafe Football
99 Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0SZ · Daily 6:00-10:00 AM & 12:00-9:00 PM. A football-themed cafe co-founded by Manchester United legends, the closest spot on this list to the stadium.
The Bishop Blaize
708 Chester Rd, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M32 0SF · Mon-Thu & Sun 8:00 AM-11:00 PM, Fri & Sat 8:00 AM-midnight. A traditional matchday gathering spot for United fans directly across from Old Trafford, the most-reviewed spot on this list (2,855).
Aadams Authentic Grill & Kebab
Quays Campus, Trafford Rd, Salford M5 3AW · Mon-Fri & Sun 11:00 AM-1:30 AM, Sat 11:00 AM-1:00 AM. A late-night kebab and grill specialist.
Pier Eight Restaurant
Inside the Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, Manchester M50 3AZ · Tue-Sun 11:00 AM-4:00 PM & 5:00-9:30 PM, closed Mondays. A restaurant inside The Lowry arts and culture venue at Salford Quays. Note it’s closed Mondays.
Kargo MKT
Central Bay, Unit 32, Quays, Quayside Media City, Salford M50 3AG · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-11:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM-11:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM-10:30 PM. A large food hall at Salford Quays bringing together around 19 independent kitchens, with a waterfront terrace where you can mix and match dishes.
Oriental Express Stretford
914 Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester M32 0PA · Mon, Tue & Thu 4:30-10:00 PM, Fri & Sat 4:30-10:30 PM, Sun 4:30-10:00 PM, closed Wednesdays. A neighborhood Chinese takeaway. Note it’s closed Wednesdays.
Food On Third
378 Third Ave, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1JE · Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-3:00 PM, closed weekends. The highest-rated spot on this list (4.6), a breakfast and brunch cafe. Located inside the Trafford Park industrial estate, so it’s weekday daytime only — note it’s closed on weekends.
Clippers Restaurant & Bar
Clippers Quay, Salford Quays, Salford, Manchester M50 3SN · Open 24 hours, every day. A waterfront restaurant and bar at Salford Quays, notable for its round-the-clock hours.