Permanently Unique Group will launch a new restaurant and music venue this autumn, in Manchester’s Spinningfields.
The new concept, from the hospitality group behind Tattu and the recently opened Fenix is described as an “ode to the classic New York restaurants”, with intimate booths and live performances.
The menu has been designed by executive chef Ippokratis Anagnostelis, focusing on Italian American cuisine.
It will feature on a concise range of classic dishes, and handmade fresh pasta will be made onsite from a dedicated pasta workshop adjacent to the Louis kitchen.
Head of beverage, Will Meredith, will create a 12 strong drinks programme which focuses on American classic cocktails.
Louis will welcome a weekly roster of performers, from soul singers and pianists, to jazz quartets and full swing bands.
The restaurant has been designed by Fabled Studios, with a tiered design centred around the main stage.
It will be a dinner-only venue and will open five nights a week, with a reservation only policy, and an encouraged “no-photos environment.”
Last year, Permanently Unique co-founder Adam Jones revealed to MCA that it would launch a third concept in Manchester, adding to its current portfolio.
In August 2023, the independent group rebranded from Tattu to Permanently Unique as it prepared to launch Greek-Mediterranean restaurant Fenix.
“We used the down time [during Covid] to create new brands, which we’re now bringing into the market,” Jones told MCA.
“It will focus on a trading window complementary to the other two concepts, but with a new cuisine and what we believe will be a new experience.
“They will all be at the premium end of the market. We’ve found our niche and we’re focused on what we do best.”
According to its latest accounts, the group grew revenues by 76% to £26.8m in 2022 (2021: £14.6), describing trading during the year as “exceptionally strong”, following the opening of Tattu London.
The premium restaurant operator, which has five restaurants under its Chinese-inspired Tattu brand, reported like for like sales up 27%, delivered through mix of increased covers and higher spend per head.
Adjusted EBITDA grew by 23% to £4.7m (2021: £3.8m), while total profit after tax was £1.6m.
