OSMA to return with new Northern Quarter restaurant and provisions store

The much-loved OSMA team are set to return later this year, opening doors to a brand-new Northern Quarter restaurant this Autumn.

Almost two years on from the closure of the much-acclaimed Prestwich site, founders Danielle Heron and Sofie Stoermann-Naess will also open Boutikk, a brand-new city centre grocer and provisions shop, next door to the restaurant.

Slated to open in Autumn 2026 at One Port St, OSMA brings together the influences of Sofie’s Norwegian upbringing and Danielle’s classical culinary training.

Under the direction of Executive Chef Danielle Heron, the menu will build on the critically acclaimed food offering that established OSMA’s reputation in Prestwich. Guests can expect fresh seafood, local meats, seasonal vegetable dishes and the return of some of OSMA’s most-loved dishes. The popular sharing Sunday roast will also make a welcome return.

Whilst Danielle oversees the food offering, Sofie will lead the front-of-house experience, as well as Boutikk, which will offer seasonally sourced vegetables, dairy, fruit and a fresh meat and fish counter, with chefs on hand to advise customers on product selection, recipes and cooking techniques

The store will also feature freshly baked Scandinavian-style bread, all inspired by the food culture and shopping traditions of Sofie’s native Oslo.

Originally opened in 2020, OSMA was listed within the Michelin Guide within a year of opening, leading to Danielle taking part in both Masterchef: The Professionals, and Great British Menu, where she reached the finals in both shows. 

Of the opening, Danielle and Sofie say: “We’re so delighted to be reopening OSMA, we’ve missed it every day and to be bringing the restaurant back into such a vibrant part of the city centre is beyond exciting. We will miss our community in Prestwich but we’re only a couple of miles down the road! Bringing a shop like Boutikk to Manchester has been a dream for such a long time – we feel that there is a need and a want for this kind of produce in the city centre so when it became apparent that we could create something alongside OSMA we jumped at the chance!”

Adam Price from One Port St’s developer, Select Property adds: “Osma has made a remarkable impact on Greater Manchester’s dining scene in a short space of time, and we’re proud to be partnering with them on this exciting new chapter. Their new home at One Port St is a natural fit – we share a commitment to community, quality and creativity, and this collaboration reflects our ambition to bring something truly fresh and inspiring to the Northern Quarter. It’s also a key part of our vision to curate an exceptional lifestyle offering for residents. In addition to indoor and outdoor working and socialising spaces, spa and wellness facilities, and panoramic views of the city, residents will have direct access to one of Manchester’s most exciting culinary destinations – all without leaving the building.”