Popular juice and coffee bar Joe & The Juice has returned to the centre of Manchester, coming to the Manchester Arndale on Saturday 15th March – and it’s all thanks to our very own rap superstar, Aitch.
Joe & The Juice will occupy the 2,700 sq ft former EE unit on Cross Street after signing a 10 year lease – making it one of the largest locations worldwide. The new letting at Manchester Arndale will see Joe & The Juice returns to the city centre after its previous location in Debenhams closed following the collapse of the retailer – bringing Mancs their viral Tunacado sandwiches and delectable coffee and juice.
Aitch – from Moston, Manchester – has not only put the North West city on the global map with his chart-topping tracks, but he’s also made waves on social media by directly messaging the juice bar on Instagram, urging them to open up shop in his hometown. Aitch’s love for the brand runs deep, as seen on his socials, where he’s posted with a sandwich in hand and even been seen dancing around his living room with one.
It looks like Joe & The Juice wants to give Aitch the credit for the brand new Manchester store, showcasing the real Instagram DM that inspired the store on a billboard in Manchester. Fans can see the fun exchange celebrated on the billboard, marking the moment that helped spark the opening of the new store.
Founded in 2002, the Danish-based business has established a chain of over 300 juice bars and coffee shops across 76 locations around the world. The cafes serve a mix of healthy juice drinks and coffees as well as a variety of sandwiches and snacks, making it a go-to destination for those looking for a meeting spot across UK city centres, whether you’re working from home or meeting a friend.
The arrival of Joe & The Juice further strengthens Manchester Arndale’s café and restaurant line up following the recent arrivals of Michael’s Coffee House, HOP Vietnamese, Sides, Creams, Black Sheep Coffee, and Lazy Sundae. This diverse offering complemented by a strong retail and leisure mix continues to ensure Manchester Arndale offers something for everyone making it a go-to destination for visitors from across the North West.
Lauritz Bolton, Managing Director UK, said: “We’ve seen a huge demand for Joe & The Juice in Manchester, and when Aitch reached out, it was the perfect opportunity to make it happen.
“Of all cities in the world, Manchester was the most requested ever – we had countless DMs asking us to open here. Manchester is a city with energy, creativity, and culture at its core – just like us – so it’s the perfect fit for our biggest UK store yet.”
Joe & The Juice Manchester opens on Saturday 15th March at 7am, at 5 Cross Street, Arndale Centre, Manchester M1 1PW.