A brand-new, immersive dining experience ‘Nichi’ is opening at Trafford Centre this October, offering diners a Japanese dining experience with a Peruvian twist.
Forming part of Trafford Centre’s new-look dining area in the Upper Orient, Nichi’s 3,000 sq ft flagship restaurant will offer a wide variety of Japanese delicacies, including sushi, ceviche, robata sticks, wagyu, tableside flambé, and an omakase tasting menu. Adding to the atmosphere, diners can expect a resident DJ on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, complimented by a range of fine wines and sakis.
The homegrown Mancunian brand will be led by a seasoned team, with Head Chef, Kentaro Yanagisawa, hailing from Sexyfish and Nobu, and Nichi’s Managing Partner coming from Zuma.
Simon Layton, Centre Director at Trafford Centre, said:
“Nichi promises an elevated, theatrical dining experience for guests, and we’re delighted that they’ve chosen Trafford Centre for their first restaurant. The addition of Nichi to the Upper Orient completes our mission to create an elevated dining destination of homegrown, Manchester brands, highlighting our commitment to supporting local businesses and showcasing homegrown talent.”
Vanessa Mornet, Managing Partner of Nichi, said:
“Retail destinations are about so much more than shopping, however, while there are plenty of high-end stores, there are often not as many high-end dining experiences. Our aim is to be a pioneer and elevate the food offering found within UK shopping malls, and Trafford Centre provides the ideal platform to do just that. From the premier retail offering to the free parking, Trafford Centre is the perfect location for our flagship site.”
