A Manchester restaurant has announced it will be closing its doors “after nearly 14 years”.

Rosso released a statement to its Instagram page today (Monday, September 18), announcing the news.

The restaurant is owned by former Manchester United player and sports pundit Rio Ferdinand.

Set in a Grade II listed building, it offered a variety of food on its menu such as an a la carte option and hosted live entertainment in the week, according to its LinkedIn page.

The statement reads: “It is with mixed emotions that we announce the closure of our Rosso Restaurant & Bar.

“Last night, after nearly 14 years, we were delighted to hold a final service for our wonderful customers.

“It wasn’t an easy decision to close this wonderful restaurant which has flourished into an icon of the Manchester restaurant and social scene. It feels like the right time to go out at the height of our popularity and look ahead to new horizons.

“Rosso wouldn’t have been the same without our wider family, suppliers and our wonderful customers whom we have had the enviable pleasure of serving.



“We could not be more grateful to our Champions League winning staff both past and present. Our thanks go out to each and every one of them for making Rosso what we are today.

“We always believed we should close Rosso on a high and we thank each and every one of you for being part of our championship team.”

The restaurant urges any customers who had booked reservations and paid deposits to contact Tina or Liam at accounts@rossorestaurants.com.