Rochdale Town Centre food & drink scene

Rochdale Town Centre's burgeoning food and drink scene takes centre stage in an exciting new promotional video.

The creative new video by Manchester-based Conservant Studio, cements Rochdale town centre's growing reputation as a 'northern powerhouse' for high quality food and drink. But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself at: www.rochdalebid.co.uk/promoting

Ned Poulter, CEO & Founder of Conservant Studio, commented:

"I'm a little embarrassed to admit that, as someone who's lived in and around Greater Manchester for the past ~15 years, my travels hadn't ever taken me to Rochdale. This changed when Conversant Studio were invited to work in conjunction with Rochdale BID and Rochdale Borough Council in an effort to help promote the fantastic independent food and drink venues the town has to offer.

"Contrary to popular belief, there's only so much staging that you can do shooting food and drink, what really makes you stand out is having excellent product made with quality ingredients. This was exactly what we saw in the multiple venues we shot at. Both me and the team couldn't believe what we'd been missing out on!

"We're incredibly excited to continue our work in helping to raise awareness for the town centre's excellent food and drink offering, helping it to bounce back from a very difficult couple years of trading. I see no reason why Rochdale shouldn't be regularly mentioned alongside the likes of other Greater Manchester 'foodie hotspots' like Altrincham, Didsbury, Stockport, and Sale."

Bombay Brew

Paul Ambrose, Rochdale BID Manager commented:

"As the town centre continues to evolve at its centre will be the growing and exciting food and drink offer which is being led by group of independents who care passionately about the centre.

"Working with the Council and Conservant Studio provided venues with the opportunity to promote their outstanding products and I hope this video helps patrons to find their new favourite local venue, support old favourites, and discover another reason to love Rochdale Town Centre."

The Treehouse Bar

The video showcases the growing array of quality independent cafes, restaurants, bars and pubs in the town centre and there really is something to suit every occasion, taste and budget, from rustic wine bars to historic pubs; Indian street food to authentic Italian cuisine; afternoon tea to gin trees!

The Baum in Rochdale’s historic Toad Lane always turns heads with it’s enviable beer selection but now boasts a modern British menu and newly transformed walled beer garden.

The Baum

The Medicine Tap retains its historic character and charm of the old central Post Office and offers a unique place to relax while enjoying the finest coffees, quality locally sourced food and a fabulous choice of ales.

Medicine Tap

The much improved and re-branded Baillie Street Quarter is home to Petit Bistro where you can find everything from bottomless brunches to club sandwiches and delicious hearty meals.

Above Petit Bistro is the fabulous Treehouse bar - the place for cocktails and rum. Just around the corner is La Mancha, offering authentic Spanish Tapas in a relaxed atmosphere.

La Mancha

Also in the Baillie Street Quarter is hidden gem, Vicolo Del Vino, a beautiful rustic wine bar combining real traditional Italian food with an array of specialist wine, beer and gin from around the world.

Vicolo Del Vino

Situated above Vicolo Del Vino, quirky micro pub The Pint Pot offers rotating cask ales, a fantastic range of bottled beers, wines and a light lunch and nibbles menu.

Street food and craft beer emporium, Bombay Brew, has a new menu of reinvented Indian classics alongside a fantastic beer selection and a dreamy cocktail list.

Located on South Parade in the former Union Bank of Manchester, is the impressive Mannerist bar and restaurant, offering an exciting cocktail menu and a fusion of Italian and American cuisine.

The Baum

Hogarths offer a wide drinks menu and a large outdoor terrace with alpine ski hut seating, overlooked by a giant cockerel!

The award winning Flying Horse Hotel have a full diary of live bands and jam nights along with a huge range of real ales and homemade dishes. Next door, live music venue Empire showcases talented tribute acts, karaoke nights and sunday sessions.

Exciting new independent venues include house music bar The 13ar and social hub and bar Hoochi Koochi, where you can enjoy everything from comedy nights to Northern Soul nights.

If you prefer a quieter setting, new micro pub D'Ale House serves quality craft ale. While the Cask & Feather, at the top of Drake Street, boasts a comprehensive and varied selection of cask and keg ales which can be enjoyed in the cosy interior or charming beer garden.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

• Rochdale Artisan Market will be at Riverside on Saturday 9th April and Saturday 14th May 9am-3pm

• The Vegan Market returns to Rochdale Riverside on Saturday 18th June

• Plans are underway for an exciting street food festival over the Queen's Jubilee weekend. Keep up to date on social media to find out more.