A MUCH needed boost for the food and drink scene in MediaCityUK is the promised arrival of The Alchemist bar on a prime waterfront site – The Bund at Dock 9 on the walkway next to The Lowry outlet.
The artist’s impression above shows floor to ceiling windows and a terrace/deck over the water offering views across the whole site, including the Imperial War Museum North and the new home for ITV’s Coronation Street. There’s a 100-seater restaurant with a similar number of covers in the bar area, inside and out.
It joins the likes of Damson, Dockyard, Cau and The Lowry’s own restaurant in catering for pre-theatre dining and the media-savvy business community.
LIving Ventures’ Alchemist formula of all-day dining and fine cocktails is also being rolled out in Liverpool, Birmingham and Alderley Edge this year before the MediaCity opening nearly next year
MediaCityUK MD Stephen Wild said: "The Alchemist quickly made its mark in Manchester and is distinguished for its stylish yet inviting interiors, creative mixologists and varied food menu – so we are delighted they’ll be expanding their brand here at MediaCityUK. The community here is constantly evolving and it’s vital to have a diverse, high quality offering of bars and restaurants”.