A new Burger King is set to come to Cardiff city centre, two years after its popular Queen Street venue closed. New signage has been approved for the Southgate House building on Wood Street, displaying a Burger King sign as graphics across the building's windows.
The fast food chain shut its Queen Street store in 2021 after serving customers for decades. The restaurant had been around since 1992, but closed its doors for good in March of that year.
At the time, the chain said affected staff members would all be transferred to alternative restaurants and that it had "plans in the pipeline" to open more Burger King branches in the future. Currently, there is just one Burger King in the city centre - a seven minute walk away, according to Google Maps, on John Street.
READ MORE: Depot announces details for huge new venue
That particular chain is famous for its secret dining room. Known as the Mahogany Room, it features deep mahogany panels, detailed mosaics, and stained glass windows, making its a Grade II listed building.
Cardiff Council has approved an illuminated, projecting Burger King logo, as well as an illuminated sign above the door of the unit. The ground floor of Southgate House was extended to create three new units and a new reception editor after permission was granted by Cardiff Council in 2020.
A spokesperson for Burger King said: "Burger King is regularly evaluating opportunities to bring our great-tasting products to more guests in new locations. We can confirm that there will be a new restaurant opening at this location, however we do not have further information at this time. We will keep you informed when more information becomes available."
READ NEXT:
Llanishen and Lisvane reservoir visitor centre opening delayed due to supply chain issues
Top Pembrokeshire restaurant finds new home after sudden closure last year
Swansea city centre’s famous Reeds bakery closing after 100 years due to energy costs
New York-style bar and kitchen to open in Cardiff's trendiest suburb
The mammoth, mouthwatering, and downright dirty food challenges you can tackle in Wales right now
