The grand opening of Louis, a new Italian-American restaurant and late-night music venue in Manchester’s Spinningfields, drew a star-studded crowd of footballers, TV personalities, and industry leaders on Thursday night.

Coleen Rooney led the glamour in a striking black lace ensemble, attending alongside her parents and friends, including events expert Julie Perry. Among the football elite, Manchester City players Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias, and Ilkay Gundogan took a break from training ahead of their game against Brentford to join the festivities.

Chart-topping artist Ella Eyre surprised guests with a powerful performance of her hits, including “Came Here For Love,” adding an electrifying touch to the black-tie event.

The restaurant, styled with deep red velvet interiors and live stage performances, pays tribute to iconic New York eateries. Owned by Drew Jones, who attended with his wife, Louis exudes luxury and sophistication, offering indulgent cocktails and a menu featuring Caesar salad bites, Mac & Cheese balls, and signature dishes like New York Strip Steak and Wagyu Beef Burgers.

Reality TV stars and influencers turned heads at the event. The Real Housewives of Cheshire sisters, Taylor and Darby Ward, mingled with the crowd, while Grace Jackson, fresh off her breakup with Joey Essex, lit up the dance floor with sparklers in hand.

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Fashion figures also graced the night, including Ross Worswick, founder of Couture Club, and Nadine Merabi, alongside Hyrum Cook, CEO of Adanola, a favorite brand of Kim Kardashian. Ross, clad in classic black tie, attended with his wife Danielle Fogarty, who wowed in a chic cutout dress.

While the velvet-clad venue maintained a strict “no photos” policy inside, the event was a glamorous celebration of Manchester’s growing culinary and nightlife scene.