Mollis 'Michelin-starred chicken shop' to takeover Saltbox at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena

An epic kitchen takeover, featuring some banging fried chicken, is set to shake up Nottingham’s food scene next month.

People attending events at Saltbox, the Motorpoint Arena, and the National Ice Centre, will be able to enjoy world-class crispy chicken from the master chefs at Mollis.

The three-month kitchen takeover, will arrive at Saltbox, a live music and sports bar on Bolero Square, in May.

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Made fresh in the Saltbox Kitchen by the Mollis chefs, the menu will feature some of their most popular fried chicken dishes available every Friday and Saturday during May, June and July (as well as event days).

Menu highlights include Nashville hot oil fried chicken with miso ranch, beer pickle, lollo rosso and furikake.

Classic Southern fried chicken with kewpie mayo, pickles, lettuce, and cheese sauce.

You can also try the Pink fir potato with truffle curd and crispy onions; or classic fries with house seasoning and delicious roasted garlic mayo, Katsu curry sauce, and Scotch Bonnet mayo.

Mollis and Alchemilla chef Alex Bond said: “We’re really delighted to be bringing our ‘Michelin-starred Chicken Shop’ to the other side of town from our Derby Road home.

“It’s a chance to introduce our delicious food to thousands of people coming to see their favourite acts at the Arena and give them some of the best-fried chicken they’ve ever had.” 

Don’t miss the news that matters to you - get the NottinghamWorld newsletter Saltbox will also be taking inspiration from the Mollis brand to create two special cocktails. This will be followed up by the introduction of a new drinks offer from June, bringing in some popular craft beers and lagers and a selection from local breweries.

Nick Walters, Head of Food and Beverage, National Ice Centre and Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, added: “We’re proud to be showcasing this wonderful Nottingham independent.

“I’ve always loved the vibe Alex has created at Mollis with the street art, hip hop and banging food so we’re super excited to be working with the Mollis team and look forward to entering a new era with Saltbox.”