SO a Rochdale suburb wasn’t ready for an admirable rustic Italian neighbourhood restaurant. The Osteria at Norden is now reverting to the Norden Arms, bequeathing a fine, extensive fit-out to the returning locals, enjoying once again more standard pub grub.
Such a shame that Salvi’s couldn’t sustain such a venture promoting the authentic sourcing that has made their city centre operations such a success, but the parting of the ways after only eight months seems to have been amicable.
The pub is under the new ownership of local estate agent Michael Stewart, who said on Facebook: "I have made and concluded negations with the landlord and so am now delighted to announce that with the help of many people such as previous management, some trusted friends and family (especially my wife who has to put up with me) I am now taking my first steps into food and hospitality. The first thing I intend to do is bring back the original Norden Arms feel and quite possibly the name.
“There will be a small and smooth transitional period during the next few weeks but all booking will remain and the business is open and usual.”
Salvis owner Maurizio Cecco said; "It is with regret that we have taken the decision to no longer be part of Osteria. We had a fantastic time working with the team and customers, however, we are now focusing our business on our Manchester city centre establishments.” We wish all the team all the best for a successful future."
The Norden Arms, 539 Edenfield Road, Norden Rochdale OL11 5XH. 01706 650946.
Salvi’s Mozzarella Bar, Unit 22b Corn Exchange, Exchange Square M4 3 TR. 0161 222 8021; Salvi’s Cucina, 19 John Dalton Street M2 6FW. 0161 222 8090; Salvi’s Rosticceria, 19 John Dalton Street M2 6FW. 0161 222 8090. www.salvismanchester.co.uk