The opening date for a new restaurant in the city has been revealed. 

A Turkish eatery will open in the former Prezzo building in Tombland - which has been vacant since 2021 - on Friday.

Cevdet Mutlu, a restaurateur with more than 20 years of experience, will be launching a new branch of his Turkuaz chain - joining existing outlets in London, Milton Keynes and Winchester.

In an update on social media, the chain revealed the Norwich site would be opening on Friday, October 3 - with customers able to book a table over the phone or online.

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The outlet will serve alcohol and open its doors from 9am to 10:30pm every day.

A statement on the Turkuaz website reads: "Our speciality lies in crafting authentic Mediterranean dining experience that captures the essence of the region's diverse and vibrant culinary traditions.

"Our restaurants are managed by teams of energetic and passionate culinary professionals who are highly educated and trained in cuisine development."

Mr Mutlu was contacted for further information.