The Mezz Bar And Restaurant Lands At AO Arena

Spectacular New VIP Bar And Restaurant Opened With Red Carpet Launch

• A world-first for arenas globally – right in the heart of Manchester.
• Next-level hospitality, Michelin-star menus including dishes from chefs Simon Rogan MBE & Tom Barnes, & unbeatable views of the main stage.
• An unrivalled live entertainment experience at AO Arena in Manchester.

Last night (6th March), guests headed to AO Arena for the star‑studded red carpet launch of brand new VIP bar and restaurant experience The Mezz. Part of the venue’s £50m redevelopment, The Mezz marks a world‑first for arenas and is now officially open and set to transform the in‑venue hospitality experience.

Brian McFadden, Jorgie Porter, Rachel Lugo & Peter Hook were just some of the celebs in attendance and amongst the first to experience it for themselves. The Mezz transforms the premium guest experience like never before, and delivers five‑star hospitality before, during and after every performance. Last night was no different - ahead of Niall Horan taking to the main stage, VIP guests walked the red carpet into The Mezz for an unforgettable live entertainment experience with the best seats in the house, setting a new gold standard for arenas everywhere.

Guests of The Mezz can expect the very best in modern British cuisine, champagne, fine wines, signature cocktails and pre and post show entertainment. The restaurant also features a unique collaboration between Chefs Simon Rogan MBE and Tom Barnes - the first collaboration of its kind in any arena. There will be regular appearances and quarterly seasonal dishes from both chefs, and the highest‑calibre, sustainably sourced fresh produce from Simon Rogan’s regenerative ‘Our Farm’ in the Cartmel Valley. Simon’s opening dish Roast Rump of Herdwick Lamb, Roscoff Whey Onions, Split Pea and Fennel Vinegar is the highlight of the main menu, with Tom’s Lightly Set Jasmine Cream with White Chocolate and Rose completing the dessert menu. Members of The Mezz also enjoy priority reservation allocation across the UMBEL restaurant portfolio.

At the heart of it all is the electric music and live entertainment which promise unforgettable experiences that last a lifetime. The Mezz sits between the brand‑new concourse and 23,000 capacity arena bowl, taking guests just moments to move seamlessly from their tables to the best seats in the house boasting spectacular, uninterrupted and panoramic views of the main stage. During the show, The Mezz bar remains open, ensuring members can be served swiftly during the show. And once the final curtain falls, the party continues in The Mezz bar which remains open for a few more hours with live DJs providing post‑show entertainment.

Member perks include guaranteed attendance for all shows at AO Arena, direct access to the arena bowl, early access via dedicated VIP entrance, dedicated parking, all‑inclusive food and drink, private cocktail bar, a private dedicated table in the restaurant and personalised service including a cloakroom boasting the latest in venue technology, members app and portal, and dedicated host service.

AO Arena has firmly cemented itself as one of Manchester’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Welcoming over one million people to the venue each year, this exciting new era of AO Arena promises to attract even more guests and fans through its doors to witness everything from internationally‑acclaimed icons, the next generation of musical legends, comedy stars, sporting spectacles, the best in family entertainment, awards shows and more.