Manchester

Fascinated Bystander says...
Fascinated bystander dropping by again! One wonders if the person [and one would guess they go under the moniker 'anonymous'] seemingly obsessed with entering a 'vote' of disagreement to any remotely positive comment about this venue has actually bothered to event read the comments with which they disagree? For example, how on earth could anyone 'disagree' with the comments from the clearly satisfied party that visited Matt and Phred's from Glossop? Of course, it is entirely possible that one or more of the happy folk from Glossop actually disagreed with one of the party [specifically the individual that clearly enjoyed their evening]. Equally, one wonders if the 6 readers in disagreement with the visitor that signs off by thanking the staff for a great night were, unlikely as it would seem, also part of the group from which the originally positive comments came! Am I the only person that finds it strange that 6 visitors to this site can disagree with another who states that they had an enjoyable evening? What gives them the right to [meaning those in disagreement] to essentially tell the happy punters that in fact they are recalling events incorrectly and that, sadly, they actually didn't have a good evening after all? In summary, if idiots insist on abusing forum such as this by posting inaccurate and ludicrous comments or 'votes' they should have the decency to at least attempt to disguise the partisan nature of their 'postings' or, better still, stay away and cease their bizarre efforts to pervert the integrity of such sites. Just a thought or two....
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Dean Moull says...
Sad to hear the previous reviewer had a less than great evening on Saturday. On the one hand very surprised to read that they felt that the music was ok - 2 encores and a torrent of glowing comments from customers as they left suggests otherwise but I guess you can't please all the people all the time. As far as the other comments are concerned - would love to hear what the reviewer means by the the club having 'gone to the dogs'. A series of fantastic gigs and great testimonials from both performers and customers suggests otherwise. As with the comment about the alleged less than efficient service please contact us at the club with details and we will do what ever we can to rectify the issue. As far as the allegation of agressive management I urge the reviewed to contact me on the club email address or contact me on 07976637944 with more information.Best wishes, Dean Moull
2 people agree, 1 person disagrees with this review

Anonymous says...
Music OK last Sat but I had to wait 40 minutes for a pint! whats going on here? This place has gone to the dogs. Criticism is met with aggression from the management. Don't bother going unless the music is right.
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Fascinated Bystander says...
For a person wishing to remain 'anonymous' the author of the 2 most recent postings here really ought to make more of an effort or, judging by their comments to date, consider posting at a more lucid or sober moment. I particularly enjoyed the inadvertent 'unveiling ' provided by the latter of the 2 most recent postings that clumsily attempts to claim some form of superiority by expressing 'oh by the way. Never worked for you!' Cunning?? Oops, almost forgotI also find it almost loveable that the author then goes back to register their agreement with the original statement as quoted above'. It couldn't be anyone else could it? Unless an equally disgruntled former 'employee' decided to join the fun and games?? Can't wait for the next move - whln should consider promoting this 'bout'!
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Anonymous says...
Oh by the way. Never worked for you!
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Anonymous says...
And why do you feel the need to diatribe and answer? Can't take the criticism? I feel you protest to much
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Dean Moull says...
Not a review - just a comment borne from curiousity! Why do people log on to sites such as this at times such as 07:27 when 'Anonymous' decided posted the previous review. Instead, assuming that they had even visited the venue in question, why don't they approach one of the superb and hard working staff [in this case at Matt and Phred's] and express their particular concern or complaint in order for it be resolved rather than log on to the internet and anonymously express banal and insulting comments. Once again [see below for previous references] this is almost certainly a case of a former employee returning home from a late night [possibly a losing visit to a local casino] and deciding to attack their former employer and associated staff out of pathetic bitterness and a sense of personal failure.If the previous comment does represent a genuine complaint then I sincerely hope that the person placing the aforementioned comment uses the contact information below and allows me to try to resolve any issues they may have. Dean 0161 831 7002
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Anonymous says...
Good live music, but let down by the clueless staff!
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Anonymous says...
Ignored all the reviews and went anyway, fantastic night out, will be going again, the food is great and we had amazing entertainment, everyone is friendly and welcoming. Nice and relaxed but still got a buzz about t that keeps it lively. We will see you all again soon, thanks for a great night!
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Anonymous says...
grrrrreat music! Had a wonderful night -Thanks from a group out having a blast from glossop
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Anonymous says...
We like new bar man Jamie! Keep up the good work xxx
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Anonymous says...
Love it! been here so many times and cant believe how many students waste their time in fallowfield when they could be having an even better time down here. Don't stop the music Matt or Phred.
7 people agree, 6 people disagree with this review

Dean Moull says...
Well, I'll kick off by revealing that in all probability the previous review by 'anonymous' [for that read 'coward'] was penned by a former member of staff. It's fair enough to be disgruntled toward a former employer but to take cowardly shots at former colleagues is beyond low! To be fair, 'he' was right about the place being 'not like it used to be'. The lazy, insolent and often drunk members of staff that badly let a wonderful and important venue down have [at last] been moved on and a new, talented and enthusiastic team have replaced them. I guess a new kitchen, brand new cellar, upgraded bar [front and back], new PA system and piano as well as a formidable line up of talented musicians would also be considered a welcome deviation from the previous incarnation! Lest I forget there is also the soon to be introduced new menu [developed with support from one of Manchester's finest chefs] and a host of other improvements designed to enhance the comfort and enjoyment of our guests. Oh, and the sorry excuse for ladies bathrooms [for which I apologise unreservedly] is also being addressed very soon! We like it here, the large and loyal following appear to also, as do the many musicians that perform and visit the club, so my advice is to ignore the coward that is 'anonymous' and visit Matt and Phred's. Despite the previous review the overall consensus is that it just keeps on getting better and better!
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Anonymous says...
Wel,l had enough of this place! dirty and messy. The bar staff are (no fault of theirs) not up to it. Not like it used to be. Never mind there will be somewhere new soon enough. (i hope)
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Helen G says...
What a wicked place to go to chill out!! Very friendly bar staff and a great atmosphere. Tick VG and give yourselves a gold star*
15 people agree, 19 people disagree with this review