A RESTAURANT is set to return to its 'spiritual' Thornbury home six years after its closure next month. 

Mezze which closed in Thornbury in 2018 had previously been based in the former White Lion and Royal George buildings. 

It is now set to make a comeback in Thornbury High Street at the site of the former Thornbury Tap. 

Owner Marius Mirella - who goes by Mario - is a local resident who said bringing the restaurant back to the town 'means a lot' to him. 

He said: "It's time to bring Mezze back where it started.

"Bringing Mezze back to Thornbury means so much to me.

"From the very beginning, I fell in love with the Mezze concept—it was more than just a job, it was a passion.

"When Mezze closed in Thornbury in 2018, I knew my journey wasn’t over.

"I took over The Green Dragon in Downend and turned it into a successful family business.

"My belief has always been that the best advertisement is a job well done, and that’s the standard we uphold every day at Mezze.

"Now, as a local resident, I feel it’s time to bring Mezze back to where it all started—Thornbury.

"We’re working hard to create a modern and cosy space where you can enjoy a coffee in the morning or a delicious lunch and dinner, all prepared and served by our experienced team

" I can’t wait to welcome you to the new Mezze Thornbury and reconnect with this wonderful community.

"We will be serving a slightly smaller menu than Mezze Downend,

"We are aiming to open in early October."

The news that Mezze will return to Thornbury High Street has been welcomed. 

Councillor Maggie Tyrrell said: “The Mezze was always a popular choice in Thornbury, so I’m sure it will be welcomed back by those that remember it, and will find even more customers from amongst the many new residents that have moved in since they were last here.

"It’s good to know that another business is happy to invest in the town and I wish them every success.”

Thornbury and Yate MP Claire Young said: "It was a sad day when the previous Mezze closed in 2018, as I enjoyed eating there - as did so many others.

"It’s great to see it re-opening and back in Thornbury.

"I look forward to visiting when it reopens and wish the new owners all the best.”

For updates on Mezze, follow their Facebook page - tinyurl.com/bdd5z738