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Leader Live
03-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
TASTE TEST: A McElhenney and Cheese at Wrexham's 'The Bank'
The Bank is a 'small plates' restaurant based at 43 High Street, right in the heart of Wrexham's city centre. Established in 2009, it specialises in serving tapas, cocktails and wine. And 'small plates' it may be on paper, but my visit there certainly left me feeling full and satisfied. I took a lunchtime trip to The Bank which, during Easter weekend, received a visit from Wrexham AFC co-chairman Rob McElhenney. Just days before the Reds were promoted to the EFL Championship, Rob visited the venue and approved of one of its dishes being named after him (We'll come to that in the minute!). I visited earlier this week, on a day where it was absolutely scorching in Wrexham. The Bank's website states that it is a 'beautifully renovated building' and it's hard to argue with that as, as soon as I entered it, it left me feeling impressed. It was a 'table for one' for this reporter on his lunch break and I opted for the very value-for-money 'three small plates for £18' deal. From a vast menu of delicious-sounding tapas options, I chose the Hot honey belly pork, the truffle fries and the McElhenney and Cheese! The pork was cooked wonderfully and fell apart nicely. The mustard glaze mixed well with the meat, as well as the spring greens it accompanied. My trio of delicious 'small plates' I ordered at The Bank in Wrexham. (Image: Newsquest) The truffle fries were a treat too, with the Grana Padano adding some extra flavour to the already mouth-watering truffle-ness. Finally, the 'McElhenney N' Cheese', named in tribute to Wrexham's co-chairman, was also a delight, it was a perfect side dish to accompany the other duo which I ordered. It contained Welsh rarebit, a herb crust and a dash of Abergele whiskey which gave it an unusual but nevertheless outstanding taste. As for drinks, I simply had a coke (and a jug of water as it was 23 degrees outside!). But, I did spot that the bar does offer some top options on tap for anyone looking to enjoy a good beer there - including Leffe, Camden Ale and, of course, Wrexham Lager. Looking at the board in the venue, The Bank also does a 'Wine Club Wednesday', offering three plates and a glass of wine for the reasonable price of £22. The interior itself was lively, with just the one table free when I walked in, perhaps proving The Bank's deserved popularity. But having said that, it was still quiet enough for you to enjoy a meal in peace too. TOP STORIES The overall experience I had at The Bank was thoroughly enjoyable and the dishes I was served were superb. I paid just £21.50 for the pleasure of those three plates (and the pint of coke) that, although regarded as 'small plates', left me feeling full for the rest of the day. I will certainly be returning to what is, in my opinion, a real gem in the heart of Wrexham.
Leader Live
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Rob McElhenney pops in to Wrexham restaurant The Bank
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have been busy putting the club and the city on the world map since taking over in 2021. On Bank Holiday Monday (April 21), Rob was spotted having the time of his life in the away end as Wrexham secured a 2-1 victory at Blackpool's Bloomfield Road. He was among the 12,266-strong crowd and joined in with Reds fans as they chanted their way to another three points. But, ahead of that, the It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia star paid a visit to one of Wrexham's establishments. TOP STORIES TODAY The Bank is an independent, family-run bar and bistro, based on High Street in the heart of the city centre. Established in 2009, it is a popular tapas restaurant that is enjoyed by many. And, on Friday evening (April 18), they received a visit from Rob and his friends. He even approved of a new dish idea for customers to enjoy. The Bank team said: "It was great to welcome Wrexham AFC co-chairman Rob in for dinner tonight. We got the approval for our McElhenney N' Cheese from the man himself ..." Speaking to the Leader about the visit, they added: "It was great to welcome Rob and his friends here. The fact that they are supporting local businesses is a true representation of the fact that they do care about Wrexham."
