Mangiamo at The Squirrel: A Family-Oriented Italian-Inspired Pub in Blackpool

Strategic Insights -

Mangiamo at The Squirrel, a family-run Italian-inspired pub, has taken over the reins of the traditional family-oriented pub in Blackpool. The new owners have revamped the space, introducing a Mediterranean-style menu, a state-of-the-art beer garden, and a kids zone. The pub, located on Bispham Road, offers an extensive food and drinks menu, hosting live sports, quiz nights, and live music on weekends. With a mix-and-match deal for starters and small plates, Mangiamo provides an affordable and high-quality dining experience, with two courses available for £9.99 and three for £11.99, including a drink.

Key Takeaways:

  • The pub has been renamed Mangiamo, which is Italian for "Let's Eat," and offers a completely new Mediterranean-style menu.
  • The restaurant features a state-of-the-art beer garden, a kids zone, and a games room, making it an excellent spot for families.
  • Mangiamo at The Squirrel offers a mix-and-match deal for starters and small plates, with four items available for three pounds.
  • The menu features a variety of dishes, including calamari, smoked salmon, mozzarella bocconcini, and Arancini, all of which were praised for their high quality.
  • The Caesar salad from Anne's new luxury light lunch menu is a standout addition to the summer menu.
  • Two courses are available for £9.99, and three courses are available for £11.99, including a drink.
  • The pub has live music on weekends and shows live sports.
  • Mangiamo at The Squirrel is open from 12 pm to 9 pm from Sunday to Thursday and from 12 pm to 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

Statistics:

  • The menu features a variety of dishes, including deleightfully-priced calamari (£3.99 per serving).
  • Calamari is served with garlic aioli and garnished with lemon (£4.99 per serving).
  • Smoked salmon is silky and rich, served with fresh roquette, topped with watermelon, and thick-cut bread and butter (£6.50 per serving).
  • Mozzarella bocconcini is soft and creamy, served with cherry tomatoes and drizzled with basil oil (£4.50 per serving).
  • Arancini is crispy and flavour-packed, filled with ricotta cheese and peas, served with a rich tomato and basil sauce (£5.99 per serving).

Sources:

  • Ciara Fearn's review of Mangiamo at The Squirrel, published in The Squirrel Hotel (exact source date not mentioned)
  • Mangiamo at The Squirrel's website (exact source date not mentioned)
  • The Squirrel Hotel's website (exact source date not mentioned)