21/08/2026
Worcester has officially secured the top spot in a public vote to bring a brand-new wood-smoked Mexican restaurant concept to the city!
Going head-to-head against rival cities like Birmingham and Hereford, Worcester secured an impressive 70% of the public vote on social media. Brought to you by ART Hospitality Group, the team behind Arch 27 favourite Maneki Ramen, the new concept will be led by acclaimed live-fire chef Andy Stubbs (Andy Low 'N' Slow).
Bringing signature slow-cooked meats, live-fire cooking, and modern Mexican flavours, the team is now turning back to locals to help choose the perfect location in Worcester.
Click to read the full story and discover how to put your location suggestions forward: https://www.worcesterbid.com/2026/08/17/newwoodsmokedmexican/
