Built in 1684 as a public house this is a little gem and one of only 3 pubs in the City Centre to have a front and rear entrance (one on Queen Street & one on Lloyd Street). Refurbished in February 2012 to give a more traditional pub feel and improved use of space. Very popular with local office workers at lunchtimes, the pub welcomes locals and visitors alike. A range of seven real ales are served. LocAles from Millstone and others feature permanently along side others often from the Lancaster & Moorhouses brewery ranges. Home cooked food at lunchtimes is very popular with the specialtiy being Mr Smith's Homemade Chilli. The Landlord stated if you want a quick meal go to McDonalds! Trafford & Hulme CAMRA Pub Of The Season for Autumn 2010. Beware closing times tend to be slightly earlier than other city centre pubs. Plus, on Monday the pub may not open until the afternoon.