Ian Wright says 'it's the only reason I come to Manchester' as he heaps praises

Ian Wright has heaped praise on a popular Manchester restaurant and takeaway, saying it's the 'only reason' he comes to the city. The former Arsenal striker shared a video online of himself tucking into Caribbean street food spot Jerk Junction.

In the video shared on social media, the ex-player can be seen eating a rice dish and giving a thumbs up. The restaurant also shared a picture of Wright with his takeaway.

Jerk Junction, which started life 11 years ago with its flagship Chorlton store on Manchester Road, has become popular with the likes of Nicki Minaj and former Manchester United player Jesse Lingard, who is now a director of the company.

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The restaurant also has locations in Altrincham, Wilmslow and at Kargo in Salford Quays’ MediaCity, as well as a restaurant in Sheffield. It is also opening a new spot at the Trafford Centre.

Back in August, the brand's Chorlton store reopened for the first time since a blaze gutted out the unit. It is well loved for its jerk chicken, curried goat and vegetarian stews, alongside sides like rice and peas and plantain.

In the clip, Wright, who is sat at his table tucking into his meal says: "This is the only reason I come to Manchester really. It just so happens we do a podcast as well."

He then says 'Jerk Junction' before trailing off and giving it the thumbs up. Tagging the restaurant in his Instagram stories, he also shared a picture of a bottle of their Guinness Punch.

Sharing a picture of Ian smiling with his takeaway, owners of Jerk Junction added: "Special delivery to everyones favourite uncles. The Legend himself Mr @wrightyofficial."

Jerk Junction’s founder Jake