APH researches the eateries available at Manchester Airport’s new terminal 2

Construction of the new £15billion ‘Super Terminal’ is well underway at Manchester Airport so APH has put together a guide for hungry travellers looking to grab a bite to eat before their flight, comparing the 14 new restaurant offerings available once the Terminal 2 project is complete.    

The research reveals the new restaurants opening in Manchester’s super-terminal, what type of food they serve and whether they offer takeaway options or seated dining, as well as children’s menus.  

Amber Alehouse

Amber Alehouse is a modern industrial gastropub with a musical and energetic atmosphere opening in Manchester Airport Terminal 2 to serve lunch and dinner to hungry holiday goers. Famous for its extensive selection of local beers this alehouse will offer a bar menu of sandwiches, burgers and wings alongside niche cask ales, craft beets and small-batch lagers.

Perfect for: Groups of lively travellers.  

Archie’s

This fast-food favourite is opening its fourth Mancunian branch in Manchester Terminal 2 to serve travellers lunch and dinner in an American diner setting. Burgers, waffles and milkshakes make-up the most popular items on the main menu and children’s menu, all of which can be ordered to eat in or take away.

Perfect for: Travellers seeking a real Mancunian experience.

Barburrito

Barburrito is a Mexican quick-service eatery that will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Manchester’s terminal expansion. The menu is made up of burritos, tacos and salad bowls as well as Mexican beers and soft drinks. Barburrito will also offer a children’s menu and will be fitted with digital order screens to allow customers to grab and go.  

Perfect for: Flyers looking for a quick fix before their flights.

Grindsmith

This rustic, urban coffee shop will offer holidaymakers light bites and an all-day brunch menu featuring pancakes, eggs, cooked breakfasts and sandwiches. Grindsmith’s team roast, taste and serve their speciality coffees onsite and the coffee shop will offer beverages to go or to have in.

Perfect for: Those wanting to relax before their travels.

KFC

The world’s most popular chicken restaurant will be bringing its famous Kentucky Fried Chicken recipe to Manchester’s Terminal 2. Whilst it will not have a dedicated seating dining area, travellers can order burgers, chicken, wraps and children’s menu items to go.

Perfect for: No fuss finger-lickin’ goodness.

M&S Food To Go

This supermarket come coffee shop will sell traditional M&S products to go. The shop will include a bakery section, a cold snack offering such as sushi and wraps, as well as a hot sandwich and soup area.

Perfect for: Holidaymakers looking for a hassle-free pitstop.

M&S Simply Food Store

Manchester’s new super terminal will also boast a traditional Simply Food M&S supermarket which will sell sandwiches, ready meals, wraps, baked goods and snacks.

Perfect for: Travellers wanting to buy snacks for their flight.

Pot Kettle Black

This speciality coffee shop and bakehouse are dedicated to comfort and quality. The brunch-based menu will be available all day to eat in or take away and will feature eggs, cooked breakfasts, French toast and porridge, as well as pastries and brownies! Wine and beer will also be served alongside traditional coffee shop beverages.

Perfect for: Travellers looking to escape the chaos of travelling.

San Carlo Cicchetti

San Carlo Cicchetti is a chain of high-profile, family-owned contemporary Italian restaurants that specialise in Venetian small plates, pasta dishes, pizza, fish and Italian meats. The restaurant in Manchester’s super terminal will offer breakfast, lunch and dinner menus to travellers looking for a luxurious seated dining experience.

Perfect for: Holidaymakers wanting to indulge in luxury from the get-go.

The Apiary

Offering brunches and burgers amongst other French-style cuisines, The Apiary menus feature seasonal produce sustainably sourced from Britain. This luxury artisan bar has it’s own ‘Made in Manchester’ drinks menu and will serve exotic and botanical cocktails throughout the day.

Perfect for: A pre-flight tipple.

The Bridgewater Exchange

Specialising in breakfast plates and traditional pub grub, the Bridgewater Exchange in Manchester Terminal 2 boasts a modern industrial pub atmosphere. It will also offer holiday-goers an exclusive beer brewed in-house at the airport microbrewery!

Perfect for: Travellers looking for a unique airport dining experience.

VIT

The fresh juice bar famous for ensuring there are no sugar, preservatives or additives used in its products, will open a take-away bar in Manchester’s new super terminal. Whilst there isn’t a specific children’s menu available, travellers of all ages are sure to enjoy VIT’s fresh juices, smoothies and breakfast pots.
Perfect for: A healthy pre-flight hit.

Wagamama

This cult favourite Asian eatery will also be opening a branch at Manchester’s new terminal to serve its ever-popular chicken katsu curry and noddle dishes to hungry holidaymakers. Families will already be aware that children’s menus are available and savvy travellers should be sure to order a cup of green tea – it’s free!

Perfect for: Families looking for something to satisfy everyone!

Wrapchic

Last but not least, Manchester Terminal 2 is set to be home to Wrapchic, an Indian-Mexican fusion food brand selling Indian food wrapped up in a wrap or a ‘wraposa’. Customers can choose whether to take their wraps to go or to eat in the restaurant.

Perfect for: Adventurous travellers and eaters alike.

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