A POPULAR steak restaurant in Worcester has announced it is opening a second location.

Ounce Bar and Kitchen, on The Tything, is opening a new location in the village of Bishampton on Thursday, December 15. 

The restaurant is moving into The Dolphin Inn pub, on Main Street, which announced it had closed on Tuesday, September 27 this year.

The new location was announced on social media and has proved popular with customers who are excited to visit the new venue.

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A statement from Ounce Bar and Kitchen said: "Ounce 2. We couldn't wait any longer, the news is finally out.

"Ounce at Bishamtpon will be opening on December 15, just in time for Christmas.

"We are so excited. Bookings will go live soon." 

The post also featured a video showing the route to Bishampton and the front of the new location.

Ounce has been open since 2018 and was previously The Marwood and the Green Man.

Ounce proved popular in the city for its Tuesday and Wednesday special offers where steaks are available for £1 every ounce.

Earlier this year, the restaurant was awarded the coveted Prestige Award for the central England region.

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The Dolphin Inn was famous for its roast dinners, pies and regular Sunday pub quiz.

When the pub closed, a statement was posted on social media which said: "And just like that the sun has set on our time at The Dolphin.

"The business will now be closed until taken over by new management later this year. Thank you for supporting us and making us feel welcome in the village."

The restaurant serves is renowned for serving steaks with customers able to choose a cut of their choice by the ounce.

Ounce Bar and Kitchen has 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor and is rated 28th out of 228 restaurants in Worcester.