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What's On in Manchester This Week
New restaurants, best movies, and must-see events in Manchester this week.
New Openings
Restaurants and bars worth knowing about
- Manchester Pub — An iconic Manchester pub is being taken over by the owners of a much-loved burger joint, described as a full circle moment with a really special concept.
- Archie's — The cult burger and shake brand is launching a new breakfast menu and celebrating with free meals. This marks a significant menu expansion for the Manchester-based burger giant. 4.4 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, american restaurant.
- Manchester Airport Terminal 2 Bar — Manchester Airport's Terminal 2 bar has been renovated with 100 additional seats and DJ sets, featuring a 'Hacienda-style' design.
- The Midland Hotel - Mount Street Dining Room & Bar — Mount Street Dining Room & Bar at The Midland Hotel has reopened after more than two years following a fire, launching completely new food and drink menus. 4.2 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, british restaurant.
- Manchester Nostalgia Cave Pub — Four Manchester bars nominated for UK's best new bars, including a quirky three storey hybrid pub bar in Northern Quarter described as a 'nostalgia cave'.
- The Pearl — Review of The Pearl in Prestwich - described as everything a neighbourhood bistro should be, though with some caveats noted in the review.
- After Taste — After Taste in Chinatown specializes in Hong Kong desserts and Southeast Asian treats, including popular Korean Bingsu, with their viral shaved-ice dessert drawing crowds. 4.8 stars, restaurant.
- Lola's Cupcakes — Lola's Cupcakes opened its first Trafford Centre location, generating buzz with their pre-opening campaign claiming 'This city deserves better cake'. The viral bakery has attracted significant attention with their bold promise. 5 stars, bakery.
- Bolton Pub — Bolton pub achieves Michelin recognition less than a year after opening, making history for the area.
- The Wharf at Slate Wharf — The Wharf at Slate Wharf offers beautiful views of the Bridgewater Canal Basin in Castlefield. A long-established venue (opened 1998) known for its canalside setting perfect for post-work drinks. 4.5 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, pub.
- The Radclyffe Arms — The Radclyffe Arms in Middleton has reopened after a six-figure renovation, aiming to offer an experience rivaling a stadium outing. 4.5 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, pub.
- McDonald's makes major menu shake-up with 10 items added including brand-new frappe — McDonald's is making a major menu shake-up with 10 new items added including a brand-new frappe, launching next week 3.8 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_INEXPENSIVE, fast food restaurant.
- The Barking Dog — The Barking Dog in Urmston has become internationally famous after the owners caught a quiz team cheating, leading to worldwide media attention. This week\'s pub of the week feature highlights the unique story behind the pub's rise to fame. 4.4 stars, PRICE_LEVEL_MODERATE, pub.
Don't Miss
Events happening soon
- Hockney Prints Retrospective — David Hockney's largest UK print exhibition outside London at Whitworth Art Gallery, acclaimed for vibrant colours and Manchester connections. Attracting art crowds from afar.
Worth Watching
What to watch this week
- Akira — Katsuhiro Otomo's groundbreaking 1988 anime returns to UK cinemas nearly four decades on. Roger Luckhurst examines whether it can speak to our 21st century condition in the new issue. 7.944/10, 124 min.
- The Stranger — François Ozon's faithful and visually striking adaptation of Albert Camus' 1942 novella. Shot in crisp black and white, it offers a compelling look at existential themes and post-colonial thought. 6/10, 92 min.
- Mother Mary — Directed by David Lowery and starring Anne Hathaway, this film explores the complexities of fame and obsession. It has been described as an undefinable and intriguing cinematic experience. 1/10, 89 min.
- Father Mother Sister Brother — Directed by Jim Jarmusch, this film weaves together three interconnected stories about family members masking personal struggles and secrets. It features an impressive ensemble cast including Tom Waits, Cate Blanchett, and Adam Driver. 6.5/10, 110 min.
- Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man — After his estranged son gets embroiled in a Nazi plot, self-exiled gangster Tommy Shelby must return to Birmingham to save his family — and his nation. 112 min.
- Reminders of Him — When Diem's custodial grandparents adamantly refuse Kenna's attempts to see her daughter, Kenna discovers unexpected compassion, and then something truer and deeper, with former NFL player and local bar owner Ledger. As their secret romance develops, so do the dangers for both of them, leading Kenna toward heartbreak and, ultimately, the hope for a second chance. 114 min.
- The Drama — A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. 5.3/10, 105 min.
- Backrooms — A24 releases trailer for Backrooms, a horror film based on the famous creepypasta. Directed by Kane Parsons (aka Kane Pixels) in his directorial debut, the film features Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve and Mark Duplass. The film imagines a vast, endless maze of monotonous rooms where people can become trapped. This follows the success of Markiplier's Iron Lung, showing studios' appetite for YouTuber-led horror projects.
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