AMERICAN franchise, Taco Bell, is set to open its doors in Woolwich.

The fast-food restaurant confirms they will be opening in Powis Street on December 22.

The chain will become one of 85 stores across the UK - with 12 of them located in London.

Head of marketing at Taco Bell UK, Lucy Bell said: “We’re really excited to be opening our first Taco Bell in Woolwich.

“We’ve had our eye on a potential restaurant in Woolwich for a while.

“We know we’ve got plenty of fans in the area who we’re looking forward to welcoming through our doors.”

The Mexican cuisine will be next door to other brands including Greggs and McDonald's.

The new restaurant will open will be open seven days a week from 11am to 1pm.

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