MediaCityUK · Manchester

The Matchstick Man

Excellent value

Hungry Horse community local on the edge of MediaCityUK - cask ales, big value mains and a family-friendly vibe. The closest thing the Quays has to a traditional boozer.

MediaCityUK, Salford, M50 3AH

Hungry HorseFamilyCask alesValue

Drink prices

Cheapest lager£4.20
Guinness£4.80
IPA£4.40
Cider£4.40
House wine (glass)£5.20
Soft drink£2.40
Cocktail-

Food prices

Cheapest main£8.49
Portion of chips£3.29
Burger£8.49
Steak£10.29
Sunday roast£9.49
Lunch deal-

Deals & happy hours

  • Weekly: Hungry Horse meal deals across the week

Features

Shows footballSunday roastOutdoor seatingGood for groupsWheelchair accessible

The Matchstick Man: frequently asked questions

How much is a pint at The Matchstick Man?

The cheapest pint of lager at The Matchstick Man in MediaCityUK is £4.20, and a pint of Guinness is £4.80. That makes it the cheapest of the 9 venues we track in MediaCityUK. Last checked 1 Jun 2026.

Does The Matchstick Man do a Sunday roast, and how much is it?

Yes. A Sunday roast at The Matchstick Man costs £9.49. Roasts usually sell out by mid-afternoon, so book or arrive early.

How much is food at The Matchstick Man?

At The Matchstick Man, the cheapest main is £8.49, a burger is £8.49, a steak is £10.29.

Does The Matchstick Man show football?

Yes, The Matchstick Man shows live football.

Is The Matchstick Man dog friendly and does it have a beer garden?

The Matchstick Man is outdoor seating. It sits on MediaCityUK, Salford, M50 3AH.

More pubs near The Matchstick Man

The Matchstick Man is one of 9 venues we track in MediaCityUK. Compare a pint here against the rest of the neighbourhood, or widen the search across Greater Manchester with our full price index.