Independent street food brand Lucky Gyros will officially open at Manchester Arndale’s Food Court on Monday, 24 August, marking the occasion by giving away 100 free gyros to the first customers served from midday.
The Manchester-born brand, known for serving its signature street food at festivals including Parklife and Sounds of the City, will treat those who stop by on launch day to a range of giveaways.
Menu highlights and prices
The menu centres on fresh ingredients and includes a mix of dishes. The gyros feature a soft corn pitta filled with a choice of marinated meats, or veggie and vegan alternatives, paired with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and tzatziki, and topped with fries. The chicken gyros, halloumi and mighty vegan wrap are priced at £7.99, while the lamb kofta version is £8.99.
Beyond the namesake dish, Lucky Gyros will serve loaded gyros-inspired platters, salad boxes, and rice bowls. Sides range from classic seasoned skin-on fries to Greek Fries topped with tzatziki, feta and pomegranate seeds, plus a hummus and pitta combo. Platters start at £10.99 for the chicken gyro, halloumi and vegan variations, with the spiced lamb meatballs platter at £11.99 and the Feaster Platter at £14.99. Salads and rice bowls range from £7.99 to £8.99. Skin-on fries are £2.50, Greek Fries £4, and signature fries £3.
Opening day giveaways and loyalty club
The first 100 people to be served from midday on Monday, 24 August will receive a free gyros of their choice. For the rest of the day, customers can try their luck at a spinning wheel, with prizes including a free meal deal, merch, and free gyros. After launch day, those who join the Lucky Gyros loyalty club can take part in 12 days of giveaways, with a new freebie revealed each day.
Founder Michael Jebelli said: “We’re so excited to be opening our very first Lucky Gyros site at Manchester Arndale Food Court. We’re really proud to be flying the flag for independents, delivering quality, tasty food at a comfortable price point. This is just the beginning for Lucky Gyros, and we can’t wait to see the brand continue to grow.”
David Allinson, Centre Director at Manchester Arndale, added: “Lucky Gyros is a fantastic addition to Manchester Arndale’s food court. With demand for a variety of flavours continues to grow, it is important that our food court offers visitors a mix of cuisines. Lucky Gyros brings something different to our line-up and we are sure it will be a hit with visitors.”
Lucky Gyros will be open Monday to Saturday from 10:30am until 8:30pm, and on Sundays from 10:30am until 5:30pm. The official opening event runs from 12pm until 8:30pm on Monday, 24 August.
