Archie’s has announced its latest venture – a hot-pink roller rink, diner and milkshake bar, set to open in Greater Manchester later this year.
Archie’s Atomic will be the legendary burger brand’s groundbreaking new leisure concept, also coming with an arcade area with an immersive gaming platform, private party rooms, and DJ decks.
The new venue at Trafford Palazzo will also, of course, be serving Archie’s legendary smash burgers, shakes, and waffles.
Set to be the largest roller rink in the North West, Archie’s Atomic will span a whopping 25,000 sq ft unit that was previously home to Next, with neighbours including NERF Action Xperience and Sea Life Manchester.
Family-owned Archie’s has invested £3m into the site, ready to reveal its 5,000 sq ft roller rink which will be decorated in the brand’s signature bright pink hues.
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Keen skaters of all ages will be welcomed to come for a spin, before kicking back in the dedicated milkshake bar.
Alongside the rink will be a state-of-the-art amusement arcade, and private rooms available to hire.
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Legendary Manchester burger bar Archie’s to open roller rink
The full Archie’s menu will be available, including VIP food and drink packages for the private party rooms.
The team behind the business want to recreate the all-American roller rink seen in their favourite childhood film.
Phil Holt, Project Manager at Archie’s, commented: “We’re incredibly excited to bring Archie’s Atomic to Trafford Palazzo. This venue will be unlike anything seen before in the UK.
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“Combining our iconic food and décor with a retro roller disco feel, the new venue will be complete with huge LEDs, screens, state of the art arcade games and a vibrant atmosphere.
Legendary Manchester burger bar Archie’s to open roller rink
“We believe this will take the Archie’s brand to the next level and provide an unforgettable experience for our guests.”
Mark Whittaker, Executive Director of Retail and Leisure at Peel, commented: “Archies has been a great success at Trafford Palazzo, and we have no doubt this new concept is going to be received just as positively.
“When you put it alongside the great line-up of experience-led operators such as King Pins, Legoland, and Sealife, you’ve got everything you need for a fun and enjoyable day out at Trafford Palazzo.”
Archie’s Atomic will open its roller rink destination at Trafford Palazzo on Thursday 7 November at 10am, with bookings now live HERE.
Manchester’s first banana pudding bar has opened in the city centre
Clementine Hall
Make sure to save room for pudding…because one of the city’s most-talked about dessert brands has found a new home.
Buttercup launched last summer, creating little pots of the hit US dessert made famous by the iconic Magnolia Bakery.
Each dessert features vanilla custard whipped with cream, soft sponge, and fresh banana, which you can then customise with rotating flavours and toppings.
And after a brief disappearance from the Manchester foodie scene, Buttercup is back with a bang with their beautiful new home on Deansgate.
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And when we say beautiful, we really mean it.
Glossy burgundy tiles, butter yellow walls and sleek chrome furniture make up the space beneath the huge arched window, and there’s even a few seats for you to enjoy your pud and watch the world go by.
Open daily from 10am til 10pm, the menu includes three puddings on rotation ready to scoop.
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Choose from the classic banana, indulgent tiramisu and an ever-changing seasonal special, alongside a wall of toppings for you to customise your own pud.
Each recipe has been perfected in-house and the proof really is in the banana pudding…because it tastes just as good as it looks.
Since launching, Buttercup has served around 50,000 puddings, hosted sell-out pop-ups across the city, collaborated with some huge brands, and built a loyal following around its signature build-your-own pudding bar.
Image: The Manc Group
With this new standalone space, you’ll of course be able to indulge in its signature banana pudding, as well as breakfast yoghurt bowls, coffee and matcha.
Officially opening tomorrow Saturday 26 September, the first 50 customers will get a free topping and sauce with the purchase of any pudding, plus a free lip gloss from Manchester-born beauty brand REFY.
‘Remember to support genuine independents’ – Manchester’s rotisserie chicken bistro Tartuffe announces closure
Emily Sergeant
Rotisserie chicken bistro Tartuffe has called final orders on its time at popular city centre hangout, Side Street.
Serving some of the best rotisserie chicken in Manchester – ‘sexy chicken’, if you will – Tartuffe first landed at Side Street inside the ABC Building back in the later summer of 2024, and quickly became known and loved by critics and customers alike for not just their rotisserie options, but also their stylish bar snacks and standout sides.
But despite being a roaring success these past two years, Tartuffe took to social media this week to announce the end of the ‘longest pop-up ever’, with its final service being tomorrow (25 September).
Tartuffe will be leaving Side Street this Friday / Credit: The Manc Group
Announcing its closure on Instagram, Tartuffe wrote: “That’s right, our time at Side Street has come to an end and our final service here is this Friday.
“It’s been an incredible two and a half years cooking for the wonderful people of Manchester and we’re hugely thankful to everyone who’s been to see us whilst we’ve been here.
“Another big thanks to the staff at Side Street who we’ve loved working with. We’ve made some great friends and worked with some absolutely brilliant people.
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