I've been here a few times since moving to the area earlier this year. It's clearly popular for its carvery offerings, as it always seems busy at the counter when I've visited previously. Personally, I've never been a fan of a carvery, therefore I can't comment from experience. However, my son, 7, who has tried it gives it the thumbs up! It's a friendly, welcoming place, the staff are always busy keeping everything running smoothly, I've only ever had a good pint, and the prices are very reasonable for both food and drink. Good offerings of draught and bottled beers, wines and spirits, as well as soft drinks, tea and coffee etc. There's also lots going on, from quiz nights to poker nights, plenty of big screens for watching sports etc, and a large play area outside the rear of the pub which is enclosed, but also within view of Rochdale Canal which would be a great spot to sit out with the kids in summer. Great staff, great food, great for families, and also well placed for transport links. Well worth a visit! (And make sure to look out for Ellis; one of the staff at Sandbrook who is constantly "zipping" around attending to customers and making sure everyone is happy!) ***Update*** Been back plenty of times now and have had a good opportunity to try out more of the menu. Yet to be disappointed. The Meat Feast Calzone would be my personal recommendation, though the burgers are also amazing. Special shout-out to Liam B in the kitchen; made me and the kids a gorgeous Pepperoni pizza and chips. Cooked to perfection, well proportioned toppings, all in all a great meal. Service remains great, staff are all really friendly and helpful. Will be a regular spot for me moving forwards.

Visited again on a Wednesday. Reasonable food at a reasonable price. Met with a work colleague for something to eat before watching the rugby this Sunday. Lots of parking spaces available. We had reserved a table but there were very few people in the restaurant when we arrived. Staff were very friendly and the service was great. Everyone else had a carvery and enjoyed it tremendously. The bill came to under £50 for two adults and three children. Definitely worth visiting again.