Greggs has opened its first drive thru in Northern Ireland just outside of Belfast, creating 18 jobs for the local area.
The new drive thru will be based in the Marlborough Retail Park in Craigavon and joins a growing portfolio of new shops being set up away from the traditional high street, as well as an increasing number of drive thru locations since the launch of its first in Manchester in 2017.
The shop will offer the full Greggs menu, from freshly ground coffee and iced drinks, to breakfast rolls and hot bakes, salads, freshly prepared sandwiches and pizzas.
Customers can also take advantage of Greggs’ deals throughout the day, including its breakfast combinations, offering a breakfast roll or baguette alongside a Fairtrade orange juice or hot drink – served until 11am every day. Those looking for a bite to eat in the evening can enjoy the Greggs Made To Order range including the Chicken Burgers and Wraps alongside a variety of pizza slices. After 4pm, customers can pick up any pizza slice with any drink from just £3.45 instead of the usual £4.55.
Customers looking to skip the queues and grab a quick bite on the go can order through Click + Collect via the Greggs App. The Greggs App is free to download and gives access to a variety of tasty rewards. For every 9 purchases in different categories – from hot drinks, to sandwiches, to bakes to sweet treats – app users can get one completely free. New users of the Greggs App also receive a free hot drink of their choice upon registration, as well as a free sweet treat to celebrate their birthday each year.
The Marlborough Retail Park drive thru opens with a modern new look and comfortable indoor seating. The opening hours are 07:00am – 21:00pm daily.
Shop Manager, Steven Hodgen, said: “We can’t wait to welcome both Greggs fans and new customers to our brand-new drive thru. We’ve got an amazing range of iconic savouries, Fairtrade hot drinks, hot food and healthier choices available for takeaway, sit-in or Click + Collect.”
Gillian Long, Retail Operations Director, Greggs said: “The launch of our first drive thru in Northern Ireland demonstrates our commitment to convenience, ensuring we are accessible to busy commuters and those looking for a great value and tasty option while on the go.
Our new drive thru shop in Belfast has brought 18 new jobs to the local area, as well as providing customers with a modern, convenient new place to experience their Greggs favourites.”