The Grapes is a traditional pub situated right at the heart of the local community in Lees, a small village just outside Oldham.
The place to be for live sport, a catch up with mates, or a tasty meal with loved ones!
We even cater for your four-legged friends, with a spacious outside area. But if you’re just looking to catch up with friends with the food & drink flowing, then the suntrap balcony is the place to be!
Explore offerings from The Grapes on 161 St. John Street in Oldham, with popular to start, sharers & sides, pub classics, and our favourites available at this location.
Main Menu
60 items
To Start
Crispy king prawns
Crispy king prawns, marinated in a blend of South Asian spices, with tandoori mayo
Southern-fried chicken tenders
Southern-fried chicken tenders, with Southern-style gravy
Breaded mushrooms
Breaded mushrooms, with garlic mayo
Mozzarella sticks
Mozzarella sticks, with sweet chilli dip
Salt & chilli chicken wings
Salt & chilli chicken wings, in a BBQ sauce
Tater tots
Tater tots, coated in salt & chilli seasoning
Onion bhajis
Onion bhajis, with mango chutney
Chilli cheese bites
Chilli cheese bites, with sweet chilli dip
Tomato & basil soup
Tomato & basil soup, with ciabatta
Cheesy garlic bread
Cheesy garlic bread, oven-baked garlic ciabatta topped with cheese
Sharers & Sides
Cheesy chilli nachos
Tortilla chips topped with beef chilli, cheesy nacho sauce and jalapenos
Southern-fried chicken loaded chips
Southern-fried chicken,with cheesy nacho sauce and sweet chilli sauce
Breaded mozzarella, loaded chips
Breaded mozzarella,with cheesy nacho sauce and sweet chilli sauce
Breaded chicken, loaded chips
Breaded chicken,with cheesy nacho sauce and jalapenos
Impossible chicken, loaded chips
Impossible chicken,with gravy and sweet chilli sauce
Salt & chilli chips
Chips
Mac & cheese
Crispy onion rings
Bread & butter
Garlic bread
Pub Classics
Beer-battered fish & chips
Beer-battered fish & chips, with your choice of garden or mushy peas
Chilli con carne
Chilli con carne, with long-grain rice, tortilla chips and jalapenos
Steak & ale pie
Steak & ale pie, slow-cooked beef & ale in shortcrust pastry, with your choice of mash or chips, garden peas and gravy
Mushroom bourguignon pie
Mushroom bourguignon pie, with chips, garden peas and gravy
Chicken gyros
Chicken gyros, shredded seasoned chicken, fresh salad, garlic mayo on a Turkish-style flatbread, served with chips
Sausage & mash
Sausage & mash, with garden peas and gravy (vegetarian option available)
Classic burger
Classic burger, two 3oz beef patties with burger sauce. Served in a toasted brioche-style bun with chips
Southern-fried chicken burger
Southern-fried chicken burger, hand-coated Southern-fried chicken with garlic mayo. Served in a toasted brioche-style bun with chips
Mac & cheese
Mac & cheese, a classic creamy mac & cheese
Our Favourites
Crispy chicken schnitzel,
Crispy chicken schnitzel, breaded chicken topped with garlic butter, with chips and garden peas
Caesar salad
Caesar salad, with chicken, bacon, free-range boiled egg and croutons
Beef lasagne
Beef lasagne, slow-cooked beef mince in a red wine & tomato sauce, topped with Cheddar and pesto, with a dressed salad
Vegetable lasagne
Vegetable lasagne, mediterranean vegetables in a rich tomato sauce topped with cheese, with a dressed salad
10oz gammon, with a free-range fried egg, chips and garden peas
6oz rump steak
6oz rump steak, with chips, crispy onion rings, grilled tomato and garden peas
Desserts
Chocolate cookie dough
Chocolate cookie dough, warm and gooey cookie dough with a Lotus Biscoff centre, salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Jammie dodger cheesecake
Jammie dodger cheesecake, raspberry & cherry cheesecake topped with almonds, with a boozy raspberry shot on the side (contains alcohol)
Apple crumble tart
Apple crumble tart, with your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream (vegan option available)
Salted caramel chocolate brownie
Salted caramel chocolate brownie, with vanilla ice cream
Hand-made sticky toffee pudding
Hand-made sticky toffee pudding, from award-winning Cartmel, with your choice of custard or vanilla ice cream
Rum & raisin sponge cake
Rum & raisin sponge cake, with rum-infused frosting and vanilla ice cream (vegan option available)
Truly Chocolate Ice Cream
Truly Chocolate Ice Cream
Very Vanilla Ice Cream
Very Vanilla Ice Cream
Strawberry Tease Ice Cream
Strawberry Tease Ice Cream
Sunday Roasts
11 items
Sunday
All our roasts are served with sea salt roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and plenty of gravy!
Roast chicken, with a Yorkshire pudding, pig in blanket and sage & onion stuffing
with a Yorkshire pudding
Roast pork, with a Yorkshire pudding and sage & onion stuffing
with a Yorkshire pudding, pig in blanket and sage & onion stuffing
Trio of meats, A Sunday feast!
with a Yorkshire pudding and sage & onion stuffing
All three meats with a Yorkshire pudding, pig in blanket and sage & onion stuffing
Mushroom Bourguignon Pie, with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy
Sunday Sides
Sea salt roasties
Three pigs in blankets
Cauliflower cheese
Yorkshire pudding
Mac & cheese
Childrens Sunday
A smaller sized portion for the little ones
Roast beef, with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables and gravy
Roast chicken, with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, seasonal vegetables and gravy
Reviews
4.3
510 reviews
5 stars
294
4 stars
118
3 stars
64
2 stars
16
1 star
18
AW
Ashley Williams
May 8, 2026
5.0
Delicious food. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. Friendly atmosphere definitely come back again
MN
Martin Nadin
May 7, 2026
5.0
Been here a few times for food and drink , great atmosphere and nice and friendly staff to go with it ,
The outside and garden area could do with being looked at for doing up as benches etc are well worn but will be back again for a few drinks
TE
Tarnia Exford
May 6, 2026
5.0
Friendly staff and amazing food. Was made to feel very welcome. Couldnt fault anything. Will definitely go again and would recommend to anyone who's looking for decent hearty food. Xx
TR
Toni Rowlands
May 6, 2026
5.0
Great little pub with a really welcoming feel. Sharon and Wayne are fantastic hosts who clearly care about the place and their customers. I had some food and a few drinks and honestly really enjoyed both — good quality and great value.
The atmosphere inside is warm and friendly, especially impressive given all the ongoing work outside. The scaffolding and surrounding building works make the exterior look a bit rough at the moment, but it’s clear they’re doing their best to keep things running smoothly.
Overall, a great spot for food, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere — definitely worth a visit.
DH
David Holt
May 6, 2026
5.0
I find the grapes very welcoming Sharon and Wayne very hospitable and friendly people nothing is to much trouble for them
I would definitely recommend this pub for its hospitality food and drink and the friendly staff. Very satisfied customer.
The Grapes is generally open from 16:00 to 22:00 on Mondays, and from 11:30 until late evening (up to midnight on weekends). Kitchen hours vary with lunchtime and evening service.
Can I order food for pickup at The Grapes?
Yes, The Grapes offers in-store pickup services for food orders.
Does The Grapes have outdoor seating?
Yes, The Grapes features a spacious outdoor area including a suntrap balcony, perfect for catching up with friends and enjoying the atmosphere.
Is The Grapes suitable for watching live sports?
Yes, The Grapes is a great place to watch live sports, with live music and entertainment also available.
Is The Grapes wheelchair accessible?
Yes, The Grapes has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restroom facilities.
What types of drinks does The Grapes serve?
The Grapes serves a variety of alcoholic beverages including beer, wine, cocktails, and other liquors.
How can I contact The Grapes for inquiries or reservations?
You can contact The Grapes by phone at +44 161 971 0624 or by email at info@grapespuboldham.com.
What nearby transportation options are available to reach The Grapes?
Lees railway station is nearby, providing convenient train services to help you reach The Grapes easily.
Are there any nearby places to visit after dining at The Grapes?
After visiting The Grapes, you might explore nearby local points of interest such as St John The Baptist Hey church or the Cheerful Garden restaurant for additional dining options.
What nearby shops and services are available around The Grapes?
Nearby The Grapes, you can find various shops and services including Home Protection UK retail, Medlock Way News for newspapers and electronics, and Albert's Dog Grooming for pet care.
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