The team behind Southern 11 and Neighbourhood have announced two new ventures on the horizon for 2014. Plans include opening a secret speakeasy in Spinningfields at the end of March plus a new American brasserie in the city centre in September.
Both developments will be a completely different concept to their Manhattan inspired bar and restaurant Neighbourhood, and their US BBQ venture, Southern 11. Creative Director Karina Hitchen says: "We are extremely proud of what we have achieved together as a small team. There is a wealth of food and drink establishments in Manchester City Centre with some companies having launched more than 4 last year alone. To be standing alongside them as a trio proves that some of the risks we have taken worked."
Both venues are favourites with Premier League football teams; Manchester United players toasted their recent title win at Neighbourhood, while Everton visited Southern Eleven for their end of season and farewell dinners last year.
Southern Elevens American BBQ experience will also be expanding for 2014 as it moves into the Brooks Brothers Unit in Spinningfields by the end of March. The group are also investing in a smoke house and development kitchen where customers will be able to buy locally sourced meats, smoked meats and American craft ales.
Neighbourhood, The Avenue North, Spinningfields, M3 3BT. Tel: 0161 832 6334, www.neighbourhoodrestaurant.co.uk. Southern 11, 3 Hardman Street, Spinningfields, M3 3EB. Tel:0161 832 0482, www.southern11.co.uk