We ate and drank at every restaurant and bar open at Manchester Airport's new terminal - here's what to expect

While the newly refurbed Terminal 2 at Manchester Airport opened last July, the global pandemic rather put a dampener on air travel, not to mention grand re-opening. Restrictions and rules shifted on a weekly basis - and many people decided it was easier to stay at home instead of jumping through hoops in order to get some guaranteed sun.

Priorities changed.

But now that restrictions have been lifted, some semblance of normality in international travel has started to return - despite an, at times, bumpy experience for many for Manchester Airport over the past few months.

Bosses may have spent £1bn on Terminal 2's remodelling, but hasn't what has been hitting the headlines. Still, the swish new terminal is making (some) amends, with the food and drink offerings mixing up local favourites with international brands - and doing it pretty seamlessly, too.

As we head towards half-term, and another busy period for the airport, the Manchester Evening News was invited down to thoroughly test ALL the new eateries, and report back. So let's go...

What is it?

A 'Manchester born-and-bred' milkshake and burger bar.

Archie’s has been giving Mancunians a taste of American dining for more than a decade now with its burgers, shakes and waffles. The pink and white burger joint has amassed a loyal following since opening on Oxford Road back in 2010 - and now boasts several locations across the UK. Its new site within the 'super terminal' features its trademark fuchsia pink, albeit a slightly toned-down version - it's probably a bit bright for the 4am club - but it still feels like an Instagrammers foodie haven, as evidenced by the girl boss-esque neon slogans adorning the walls.

While the airport venue features many of its star