Fancy trying something new this June? Manchester’s got ya. Despite seeing some closures over the past few months, June brings plenty of brightness (after all, it’s the start of summer) with some exciting new locations opening up as well as exciting independent dining spots and concepts. From a hatch serving freshly baked doughnuts to a NYC-inspired sandwich stall in a car park, as well as some of the most exciting spots to enjoy a meal, here are some of the best new restaurants, cafés and bars to try in and around Manchester this month.
New restaurants, bars and cafés opening in Manchester
1. Circolo Popolare
Famed for their viral restaurants, aesthetic interior design and Italian dishes, Big Mamma Group has set it’s sights on Manchester to open its first restaurant in the North. Known for their unbelievable interiors and quirky features like 20,000 bottles of booze on the walls and unreal Italian cuisine (think pasta cooked in a huge cheese wheel and humongous slices of lemon meringue pie), Circolo Popolare in Manchester will transport you to the trattorias of Italy without having to hop on a plane. Officially open from June 6, Circolo Popolare will have a sharing menu featuring Big Mamma’s largest-ever selection of produce, carefully selected from their 170 family-run Italian artisans.
📍Circolo Popolare, No 1 St Michael’s, 36 Jackson’s Row, Manchester, M2 5DA.
2. Grind
The cult coffee brand Grind is set to open their first venue outside of London in Manchester this month (June 23), which will be located at the new St Michael’s development between Peter Street and Deansgate. Known for their buzzing all-day coffee shops serving speciality-grade coffee, fresh, seasonal food, and expertly-crafted cocktails (think Tiramisu Martini and Hot Flat White Russian), the B Corp certified coffee brand will be bringing their extensive Grind menu to Manchester, from takeaway coffees to bottomless brunches.
📍Grind, No.1 St Michael’s, 36 Jackson’s Row, Manchester, M2 5WD.
3. Trippy Chippy
We all know chips and a bev are a match made in heaven, especially on a night out, and now new dining spot, Trippy Chippy, has arrived at YES in Manchester, meaning you can have both. The UK’s first ever chip shop in a bar has made its way to the independent live music venue and levelling up the chip-shop classic with their ‘chippy trifles’ – twice cooked skin-on fries served in a cone layered up with house-made toppings – for the perfect chip to topping ratio. Choose from Trippy Chippy’s signature paprika house seasoning, truffle mayo and parmesan cheese or curry ketchup.
📍Trippy Chippy, YES, 38 Charles Street, Manchester, M1 7DB.
4. The Morris
A pub meets cocktail bar, The Morris is the highly-anticipated second venue from Dan Berger, founder of the much-loved and Top 50 cocktail bar, Blinker, and is set to bring together three distinctive drinking experiences under one roof. On the ground floor, you’ll find a welcoming pub serving beers from nearby breweries (including Track, Cloudwater and Manchester Union) and nostalgic bar snacks. Upstairs, the mood shifts to a playful retro cocktail bar, complete with a funky 80s vibe serving a range of carbonated sips, all inspired by the good old days, including Cheeky Vimto and Drumstick fizzy cocktails, all from their state-of-the-art taps. Rounding out the venue is a stripped-back top floor event space with its own bar and DJ booth.
📍 The Morris, 57 Thomas St, Manchester M4 1NA.
5. The Stables Tavern
An “unfussy, great British pub”, known as The Stables Tavern, is opening in Manchester’s newest creative district, St Johns from June 6. Once a busy watering hole for Manchester’s workers, merchants and visitors who passed through the city’s canal ways and cobbled streets during the 19th Century, The Stables Tavern has a rich history. It was also previously the home of Manchester’s much loved Rovers Return and there will be nods to its original identity and historic past. You’ll find multiple taps with local beers, served with complimentary bowls of crisps, all paired with a selection of traditional pub snacks such as handmade sausage rolls and locally-sourced pies. Punters will also find outdoor seating for sunny days as well as a parlour area at the back of the pub for live entertainment, old school games, or rounds of whiskey.
📍The Stables Tavern, Grape Street, Manchester, M3 4AP.
6. Ciaooo By The Slice
The team behind Manchester pizza restaurant, Ciaooo, has announced the launch of a brand-new sister concept: Ciaooo By The Slice. Opening this June, the spot replaces Ciaooo’s Loaded Garlic Bread and instead will be bring authentic Romana pizza al taglio to Manchester. Baked low and slow on large trays in an electric oven, then cut into generous 9×6” slices, pizza al taglio (which translates to “by the cut”) is known for its crispy base, light and airy dough. The pizzas will feature toppings ranging from pulled pork and truffle oil, pepperoni and homemade hot honey, to being loaded with a fresh chicken salad (a Roman staple), alongside Margherita and Marinara-based vegetarian and vegan options.
📍Ciaooo By The Slice, 93–95 Shudehill, M4 4AN.
7. Brodega
Located in the car park at the Universal Building in Ardwick, Brodega is slinging out NYC-inspired chopped cheese subs. A chopped cheese features ingredients like ground beef, onions, seasoning and melted cheese, all of which are chopped on the griddle, to then fill a hefty sub bread roll. You can also add double fried buttermilk chicken to your sub or opt for spicy chicken tenders insread. And setting themselves apart even more from the crowd, Brodega even serves meals in sneaker boxes.
📍Brodega, Universal Building, 37 Devonshire Street North, Ardwick, M12 6JR.
8. Zaap Thai
Adding to the new restaurants coming to Manchester this month is delicious Thai spot, Zaap Thai. Think incredible Pad Thai, green and red curries, and Suki Hang (stir fried glass noodles with vegetables and egg, served with Suki dipping sauce), multicoloured, neon lit interiors and tuk tuk seating. At Zaap Thai, you can indulge in Thai classics as well as Drunken Udon and Tom Yum Wonton Soup plus lesser-known dishes like Hoy Tod, a crispy pan fried mussel pancake, and Tom ZAAP Gra Dook Moo, Isaan style hot and spicy soup with spare ribs.
📍Zaap Thai, Unit 3, The Lincoln, 9 Brazennose Street, M2 5AD.
9. Baby Mayhem
Taking over the hatch on Ancoats‘ Radium Street that was once home to the likes of Lazy Tony’s and Bada Bing, Baby Mayhem is now serving up delicious doughnuts from it. Expect ice creams, vanilla cheesecake iced lattes and doughnuts inspired by the viral Dubai pistachio chocolate. Even your pooch can get in on the sweet treats as Baby Mayhem is offering pup ice cream as well.
Baby Mayhem, 23 Radium St, Ancoats, M4 6AY.
New restaurants, bars and cafés opening in Greater Manchester
11. Underbank
A brand new concept is coming to Stockport’s famous Underbank, and you’ll never guess what it’s called… Underbank! The new opening is dedicated to all things music, with a killer sound system, an incredible roster of DJs, and even a recording studio and music venue soon to be added. It’s not just for the music-lovers, though, because Underbank caterd to the beer-drinkers and margarita crowd, too, with an extensive beer hall and gorgeous margarita bar – plus a glorious rooftop terrace planned for next summer – and you can bet we’ll be making the journey for that.
📍 Underbank, 27 Great Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1LN.