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Fancy trying something new this July? Manchester’s got ya. July is the month of opening new locations or giving old spaces a fresh look as well as exciting independent dining spots. From a delicious deli serving “really good sandwiches” to an assortment of pizza joints ranging from Neapolitan to Chicago-style deep pan, restaurants serving “sexy chicken” or affordable steaks, cafes offering cheese teas to 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. Ancoats Deli
Tucked away on Ancoats’ second courtyard and hidden suntrap, just off Murray Street, Ancoats Deli, is set to open this July, serving up “really good sandwiches” like the classic Jambon Beurre and Reuben plus takeaway deli essentials suitable for picnics. Predicted to be a welcome addition to the established foodie area, sandwich staples on Companio freshly baked bread will be accompanied by coffee, cheese, charcuterie as well as a small, well chosen selection of Martini’s, Spritz and wines, to drink in, outdoors on the sunny courtyard, or to take home. Ancoats Deli will also have a stocked pantry of essentials, where you can pick up milk, eggs, dinner ingredients and a bottle of post dinner wine to takeaway.
📍Ancoats Deli, Kennedy Building, 6 Murray Street, M4 6HS.
2. Flat Iron
One of London’s budget-friendly restaurants known for serving up steaks for just £14 each, Flat Iron, has set its sights on Manchester and is opening a spot on Deansgate this July. Flat Iron will open their restaurant on July 3, bringing their remarkable steak at an affordable price to the heart of Manchester. The clue is in the name but Flat Iron serves up succulent flat iron steak, for just £14, with sides including homemade beef dripping chips and crispy bone marrow and garlic mash.
📍Flat Iron, 200-204 Deansgate, M3 3NN.
3. Oseyo
Oseyo, meaning ‘welcome’ in Korean, has enjoyed success on Oxford Road in Manchester for years now, and has announced it will be opening an epic new Asian superstore within Manchester Arndale this July. The huge new store will be the largest Asian supermarket in the North and will stock the biggest and best Korean brands across noodles, dumplings, ingredients and dried foods, Korean rice wine and non-alcoholic beverages, plus fresh groceries and non-grocery products. It really is a one-stop-shop for all your Asian cultural needs.
📍Oseyo, Manchester Arndale, M4 3AQ
4. Junction
Located in Manchester’s historic former train station, Manchester Central or what some still refer to as the GMEX, Junction is a new cafe, bar, restaurant and social workspace suitable for both remote workers and those in need of a caffeine or indulgent food fix. Junction has been billed as the place to eat, drink, meet or relax, with spectacular floor to ceiling windows providing views looking out over the city. You’ll find the likes of Yorkshire bred Hampshire Pork Schnitzel, topped with a fried Cacklebean egg and caper butter and British Mozzarella, paired with Yorkshire grown Tomlinson rhubarb and seasonal elderflower on their menu.
📍Junction, Manchester Central, Petersfield, M2 3GX.
5. Companio
Companio began in a small but mighty unit on Ancoats’ Radium Street back in 2019 but with such popularity this has lead the bakers to move to a bigger premises. Located on Spear Street in the Northern Quarter, you’ll be able to pick up artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches and coffee and even dine there as not only will there be a big bakery but also a cafe too.
📍Companio, Unit 1, 60 Spear Street, M1 1AW.
6. American Pies Ancoats
If you’re a lover of Brewski and their sister site specialising in Chicago-style deep pan pizza, American Pies, then you’re in luck. Set to arrive in Ancoats, is a second American Pies location situated at the old Second City site and not far from Rudy’s (let the pizza war commence). Currently a pop-up serving pints and chip butties and screening the Euros matches, American Pies will fully open in the venue this July and you’ll definitely want to get a slice of the action.
📍American Pies, 23 Blossom Street, Ancoats, M4 5EP.
7. HEYTEA
With over 4,000 stores around the world, HEYTEA know a little thing or two about tea – after all, the call themselves “The OG of New Asian Tea”– and aim to “revive ancient tea with a cool twist”. Now, the tea experts have opened a new store slap bang in the centre of Manchester, on Market Street facing towards Piccadilly Gardens. The opening saw queues snacking down the busy shopping street and when you see their eye-catching beverages you can understand why. HEYTEA serves a variety of fruit teas, milk teas and even cheese teas if you’re feeling adventurous.
📍HEYTEA, 30 Market Street, M60 3EA.
8. Tartuffe
Serving what they like to call ‘sexy chicken’, Tartuffe is the latest guest kitchen at Side Street Studio within ABC Buildings. Think elevated classics, perfect for sharing with mates and a couple of drinks, with menu highlights being rotisserie chicken, bavette steaks, macaroni cheese with Fontina and broccoli, and grilled corn with yuzu hot sauce. Other chicken favourite including mini chicken kievs served with fresh parsley aioli and a Tartuffe Caesar salad.
📍Tartuffe, Sid Street Studio, ABC Buildings, Corner of Quay Street and Lower Byrom Street, M3 4AE.
New restaurants, bars and cafés opening in Greater Manchester
9. Rudy’s Altrincham
Opening in the city around nine years ago, the Manchester-born pizzeria, Rudy’s, is set to secure its reign over the Greater Manchester region with another restaurant coming soon. The pizza company plan to convert Charis House on Central Way in Altrincham, which has been unused since food and drink hub One Central ended operations last year, with the restaurant opening this July. Once open, the new restaurant in Altrincham would be the seventh Rudy’s in Greater Manchester, following on from their Portland Street site opening last year, and its 27th site in the country.
10. Lane 7 Altrincham
Altrincham seems to be having a moment as not one but two big openings are happening in the town this July. A brand new independent bowling alley and entertainment venue from Lane 7 has been confirmed as the first operator making its home at Bruntwood and Trafford Council’s Foundation building in the Stamford Quarter, Altrincham. The boutique bowling brand with 13 sites across the country, will be taking over the 12,640 sq ft lower ground floor of Foundation with a nine lane bowling destination.
📍Lane 7, Foundation Building, 6 Stamford New Rd, Altrincham, WA14 1RN.
11. Bakehouse 32
Popular Stretford pizzeria, Bakehouse32, has announced that it will be expanding into a brand new location, right in the heart of Stretford town centre. Taking over part of the former Stretford Foodhalls unit, Bakehouse32 is set to open in its new location this July. Having already built a large and loyal fanbase amongst local residents, Bakehouse32 will be serving up their famous New York style pizza in the evening, alongside a new, carefully crafted menu of pasta and side dishes. Their opening hours will also be extended to include breakfast and lunch service. Menu highlights will include a number of stateside inspired bagels, alongside sandwiches made with freshly made focaccia baked in-house.
📍Bakehouse 32, Unit 114, Stretford Arndale, Chester Road, Stretford, M32 9BD.
12. The White Lion Coaching House
Almost exactly 15 years to the day that it closed, one of Stockport’s oldest pubs – The White Lion Coaching House – has reopened ending years of speculation about it’s future. Occupying a commanding site on Great Underbank, the White Lion has been resurrected by veteran hospitality operators Paul Astill and Jon Dootson who between them have owned and run several venerable Mancunian institutions including Cord, Centro, Thomas, Rampant Lion and the Tib St. Tavern. As well as a stunning interior, The White Lion also has a well-stocked bar of international beers and ales which will be expanded over time. The kitchen will be serving up the best in traditional British favourites from fish and chips, classic burgers, a proper Sunday roast not to mention the Lion Wraps which are Yorkshire puddings filled with roast beef or ham with stuffing onions and a pot of gravy for dipping.
📍The White Lion Coaching House, 20 Great Underbank, Stockport, SK1 1LW.