Cheshire’s popular Indian restaurant Barton Rouge is set to open in the heart of Liverpool’s Commercial District later this month following a £500,000 investment.

The charcoal pit and contemporary Indian kitchen, which currently operates in Chester and Heswall, has acquired the former Anderson’s Bar on Exchange Street.

The 5650 sq. ft. property will have a 180 cover capacity.

Founder of Barton Rouge Amit Kumar said: ‘Having established the brand back in 2011, Barton Rouge has evolved to become a one-of-a-kind Indian foodie establishment that blends traditional home cooking, which has been passed down through centuries, with a refreshing splash of modern-day culinary precision and visage.

‘In order to establish our third venue in a setting that reflects what we’re all about as a brand, we conducted a series of in-depth market research over the past two years to pinpoint a prime city centre location.’

To celebrate the new opening, additions have made to the menu, including Old Delhi style street food such as Chandni Chowk and Dabbas.

Menu highlights include Lamb Pepper Fry, Hyderabadi Gosht, Neelgiri Chicken, Dal Makahni, Saffron Chicken, Paneer Lambardar and Punjabi Kukkad Choley.

Amit added: ‘We are excited to bring a true taste of India to Liverpool and take guests on a cultural journey that will broaden their culinary horizons. As part of on-going company developments, we plan to expand across the nation’s most prominent cities to create a never-been-done-before franchise of new-age Indian cuisine.’

Barton Rouge is set to open its doors to the public later this month and has created 30 new local jobs.