‘It’s going to be incredible’
05:57, 23 Jul 2025Updated 06:13, 23 Jul 2025
A popular Irish bar has announced it will be opening a new Manchester location very soon(Image: Kennedy’s)
The owners behind a popular Irish bar and store in Greater Manchester have confirmed they will be opening a new location very soon.
Kennedy’s Irish Bar, in the heart of Altrincham market town on Greenwood Street, has been a mainstay since 2021 and has gone on to become a popular spot for live music, traditional vibes and for its Guinness.
In September last year, the neighbouring space next to the bar became home to The Irish Deli, which is run by the same team behind Kennedy’s and sells a variety of Irish produce, including fresh cheese, Tayto crisps, White Pudding, and Barry’s Tea.
Not content with opening an Irish bar and a deli in Altrincham, the owners have now announced that they will be opening in south Manchester this summer. Kennedy’s Didsbury will take over the former CAU and Zizzi spot on Wilmslow Road.
Planning documents for the venue have suggested the site will ‘have a traditional theme’ akin to its Altrincham venue, which will be reflected in the ‘internal and external decoration and design’. Many will also know the Didsbury venue as the former Clock Tower pub.
Kennedy’s Altrincham has become a popular Irish bar in Greater Manchester since first opening in 2021(Image: Kennedy’s)
Sharing more details on the reason for expanding, the Kennedy’s team posted on social media: “Over four years ago, we opened the doors to Kennedy’s Irish Bar in the heart of Altrincham. From day one, the support from the local community was incredible — and it’s that energy that’s helped shape who we are today.
“It didn’t take long before we realised we had even more to offer. Just a year in, we expanded into next door — more space, more people, more Guinness, and of course, more good times!
“We have had amazing support from the Irish community in Manchester and beyond. We truly appreciate everyone who has taken the time to visit the bar week in, week out.
An artist’s impression of Kennedy’s Didsbury(Image: Kennedy’s)
“But we always knew Altrincham was just the beginning. For the past couple of years, we’ve been on the lookout for our next home — a decision we didn’t take lightly. We explored plenty of locations, but we knew we had to wait for the one that felt right.”
Bosses added that opening a new venue in Didsbury ‘just made sense’, and they are looking forward to bringing their ‘top-notch Guinness’ to the area later this year.
“Instantly, it just made sense,” the post said of Didsbury. “The location, the energy, the community — we could see the potential straight away.
Work on Kennedy’s Didsbury, on Wilmslow Road, is now underway(Image: Kennedy’s)
“We’re buzzing to finally share that Kennedy’s Didsbury is on its way — and we can’t wait to bring our signature atmosphere, music, and of course, top-notch Guinness to the village.”
The news was enough to excite Didsbury residents as well as many Kennedy’s regulars. One person commented: “Didsbury needs this.” Another wrote: “When is kennedys didsbury opening? Can’t wait.”
One other wrote: “It’s going to be incredible.” One more said: “Can’t wait!”
It’s not yet been announced when the Didsbury venue will be opening its doors.