Award-winning Salford brewing company Seven Bro7hers is opening up a brand new bar in MediaCity this month.
The cult-favourite brewing company – which was founded in 2014 by McAvoy brothers Guy, Keith, Luke, Daniel, Nathan, Kit, and Greg, and was inspired by their dad’s home-brewing in their cellar – currently runs two successful beer houses in Middlewood Locks and Cutting Room Square in Ancoats, as well as a bar ran out of its Salford taproom.
Now, Seven Bro7hers will be opening its brand new beer house in the heart of MediaCityUK on Monday 17th May.
The new beer house – which is nestled between the BBC and popular hangout, The Botanist – will offer indoor seating as well as occupying several greenhouses from the summer’s Box on the Docks experience for those looking to book in groups.
The bar will operate under COVID-19 practices, including staff wearing PPE, screens, a one-way system, and social distancing measures.
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There’ll also be an app for table service orders.
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Speaking ahead of the opening of the new bar, Keith McAvoy – CEO of Seven Bro7hers – said: “We are so pleased to finally be launching our MediaCityUK space after months of waiting for COVID restrictions to ease [as it’s] a fantastic location, especially in the summer and we can’t wait to kick off and be part of the buzz.
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“We reopened our three sites when the restrictions first lifted in April, and we have been overwhelmed by the support from customers.
“It is fantastic after months of closures and restrictions to be back doing what we love”.
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Chris Reay – MediaCityUK’s Property Director – added: “Seven Bro7hers brings a vibrant addition to our growing independent scene.
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“Seven Bro7hers’ famous tap room is just a stone’s throw from MediaCityUK and we’re delighted to bring this family-run and unique offering right into the heart of MediaCityUK for workers, residents and visitors to enjoy”.
Seven Bro7hers will open in MediaCityUK on Monday 17th May.
A booking system will be put into place prior to the opening date, and you can find more information via the Seven Bro7hers website.
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Food & Drink
Glitzy Spinningfields bar famed for its bottomless deals shuts down
Daisy Jackson
Popular cocktail bar group Banyan has suddenly closed its glitzy bar in the heart of Spinningfields.
The restaurant and bar, which is part of the Arc Inspirations group that also operates Manahatta and Box, has shut down with immediate effect.
A sign has been posted in the window of the Spinningfields site of Banyan confirming its closure.
Banyan opened in 2018 and was the second site for the brand, which has been operating out of the Corn Exchange since 2015.
Inside, the huge 7,000sq ft space was split into spaces for drinking, dining and dancing, including a large mezzanine and a huge white marble bar.
Banyan is famed for its bottomless deals, whether that’s a classic bottomless brunch or their bottomless Sunday roast (endless Yorkshire puddings, gravy, wine, and roast potatoes).
It also offered two-for-one cocktails, all day every day.
The bar stands on the side of Spinningfields, directly opposite The Ivy and alongside The Alchemist.
Banyan in Spinningfields has shut downThe note in the window of Banyan
But now it has permanently closed its doors, thanking people for their custom over its almost-decade in Manchester.
The sign on the door says: “Banyan Spinningfields is now permanently closed.
“Thank you so much for your custom over the years, we’ve loved being part of this wonderful city and have made so many friends.
“Don’t be a stranger, we’d love to continue to welcome you to our Banyan bar in the Corn Exchange. Team Banyan.”
Bangkok Diners Club moves out of Ancoats just months after Michelin Guide win
Daisy Jackson
Bangkok Diners Club, the critically-acclaimed restaurant above the Edinburgh Castle pub, has closed its restaurant space.
The Thai restaurant was added to the Michelin Guide last October, not long after taking over the upstairs of the popular pub.
It also received a rave review in The Guardian from restaurant critic Grace Dent, who said it would be ‘one of Manchester’s hottest dining tickets’.
But now Bangkok Diners Club has decided its time in Ancoats is up, and has closed its beautiful restaurant space with immediate effect.
In an email sent to customers with reservations, they wrote that Bangkok Diners Club ‘sadly won’t be returning to Edinburgh Castle’.
Owners and husband-and-wife team Ben and Bo Humpheys aren’t leaving things there though, announcing plans to move into the Exhibition food hall on Peter Street.
Co-owner Ben Humphreys outside Bangkok Diners Club. Credit: The Manc GroupThe food earned them a place in the Michelin Guide. Credit: The Manc Group
They’ll be joining MoreJoy and pasta concept Anatra in the space, but bidding farewell to their own dedicated restaurant for now.
The email sent to customers reads: “We have just noticed that the system has allowed you to make a reservation during a time that we are closed. We apologise that this has happened.
“Ben and Bo are cooking at Exhibition during 2026 and Bangkok Diners Club sadly won’t be returning to Edinburgh Castle.
“Sincerest apologies for all the inconvenience caused.”
Emily Sergeant -
6th May 2021 
