After revealing the news that they are set to open their eighth regional restaurant in Prestwich, Rudy’s has announced they will be giving away a whopping 3,000 free pizzas to mark the occasion.
Who doesn’t love free pizza?
Yes, after confirming the seemingly inevitable earlier this year, Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana is set to land in yet another Greater Manchester suburb, with the latest location their 29th in the country all told and they show no signs of slowing down.
However, while we seem to be hearing about a new Rudy’s opening almost every few weeks now, it’s not all that often a new arrival comes with the promise of free pizza – certainly not 3000 of them, anyway.
Rudy’s is giving away free pizza this December. (Credit: The Manc Group)
The new pizzeria will be located right in the heart of Prestwich, transforming the former and beautiful Barclays Bank building situated on Bury New Road, which has stood vacant ever since August 2022.
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A spacious 3,000 sq ft venue, it will offer an impressive max capacity of 150 covers, including a 30-seat covered courtyard to retain the charm of the building’s original features and keep in line with many of the other restaurants’ al fresco offerings.
Not only will this mark eight different regional sites (the previous being Rudy’s Altrincham back in July) but it’s also their first foray into North Manchester, specifically.
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As per the announcement, the new site promises to deliver “a fresh new dining option to Prestwich’s blossoming food and drink scene, offering its famous pizzas, delicious dips, and classic Italian desserts”, all while nailing the classic Rudy’s vibe on a prime high-street location.
The brand has only gotten bigger and better since it first debuted back in 2015, famously going on to be named among the best in Europe, and now slowly turning more and more sites into pizza spots.
As for how you can get your hands on free Neapolitan pizzas when Rudy’s Prestwich opens, don’t worry, it’s all rather simple.
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Just a glimpse of the food that will be on offer at Rudy’s Pizza Prestwich. (Credit: The Manc Eats)
Rudy’s Prestwich is set to open this December – just in time for festive specials to land on the new menu – and all you have to do is sign up to their mailing list HERE to stand a chance of notching not one but two free pizzas for you and a guest.
It’s a quick and simple form too, so you don’t have to go through a load of faff to try and land a freebie. As mentioned, there’s a total of 3,000 pizzas to be given away but there’ll be plenty of other fans fighting over them.
Although the official opening date for the latest location has yet to be set, there is still some reticence on the Prestwich foodie scene in particular, as local and beloved independents are understandably worried about what the arrival of the popular chain could mean for business.
First look inside Social Osteria, Stockport’s buzzy new Italian restaurant
Lydia Mastrolonardo
That’s right Stopfordians – we’re gaining yet another brand new addition to our town’s blooming food and drink scene, as Social Osteria opens its doors at Weir Mill.
It’s safe to say we’re in good hands, with the geniuses behind The Social Trattoria, named best Trattoria at the Italian Awards UK 2025, being the ones to bring this new taste of Italy to South Manchester.
Just because we are no longer experiencing the weather to match an Italian summer, doesn’t mean we can’t continue eating like we’re there.
Social Osteria can now be found overlooking the River Mersey, as a beautiful 2,000 sq ft space within the buzzing new canalside development, fully equipped with the classic exposed red brickwork, vaulted ceilings and even the restored original kiln.
As you approach the restaurant, you are greeted by a sunken courtyard and riverside seating, making for the perfect alfresco dining spot, when the warmer weather finally rolls back around.
With the meaning of Osteria being an Italian tavern, for locals to gather and enjoy each other’s company, good wine and honest, flavourful food – the team have stayed true to the name. You can expect dim, ambient lighting, an open kitchen, fresh small plates, flavourful 48-hour pizzas, and traditional pasta.
Vibrant dishes at Social Osteria in Stockport. Credit: The Manc Group
This glamorous new restaurant is promising a spectacular menu, from cacio e pepe butter beans to guanciale topped pizzas and their very own slow-cooked beef shin and pork shoulder paccheri ragu, you know we’re in the right place.
With Italian food running in the family, the team’s cooking practices are rooted in traditional methods, passed down through the generations and then presented to us, with the freshest of ingredients.
It suits Capital&Centric, who’ve taken the same approach to Weir Mill itself – embracing the character of the historic mill whilst transforming it into a vibrant community, for generations to come.
Inside Social Osteria at Weir Mill. Credit: The Manc Group
Set below Stockport’s iconic viaduct, the £60m neighbourhood is now home to 253 apartments alongside bustling cafés, wine bars and stunning restaurants akin to Social Osteria, accompanied by plenty of outdoor seating, green spaces, and riverside viewpoints.
Where Osteria Social now calls home is part of Stockport’s £1 billion Town Centre West masterplan, adding to the town’s growing reputation as one of the best locations to live in the UK.
Social Osteria will officially open Thursday 22 October, at Weir Mill. Be sure to book your tables early as we fear this one might get a little booked up.
Traitors star and comedian Joe Lycett is putting cash behind the bar at two Manchester pubs
Daisy Jackson
Comedian Joe Lycett is putting money behind the bar at two Manchester pubs this week, as he continues to encourage people to get out and support their local boozers.
The TV favourite – who is also currently one of the stars on The Traitors – announced the news as he bid farewell to his fictional TV pub The Lycett Arms.
On the show, he said: “There are 45,000 pubs in the UK – go and give them some love.”
Joe Lycett then proceeded to list 30 brilliant pubs up and down the country, including two in Manchester, and announced that the drinks are on him this week.
He told audiences: “[This] Friday I’ll be putting a little bit of money behind the bar in all the pubs you’ve just seen. I hope you can have a drink on me.”
The pubs he picked out in Manchester are the iconic old boozer The Peveril of the Peak, and the excellent pub and comedy venue The Old Monkey.
The Peveril of the Peak on Great Bridgewater Street is a real icon in the city centre, with its green tiled exterior and its cosy interiors.
Until recently, it was run by legendary local landlady Nancy Swanick, who died in July at the age of 96.
The Peveril of the Peak pub in ManchesterInside The Pev
Commenting on Joe Lycett’s post about his pub offer, they wrote: “You are all more than welcome at The Pev. Give me a shout and I will sort you out with a pie, Joe.”
The Old Monkey, meanwhile, is famed for its comedy nights run by Trapdoor Comedy Club, and for its open mic sessions, as well as award-winning beers.
The Portland Street pub has also very kindly agreed to match Joe Lycett’s donation, which means double the budget for pints for Mancs.
Danny Jones -
9th October 2024 
