St Albans: Vourla Mediterranean restaurant set for opening

Vourla is set to open its doors at 3-5 Verulam Road this evening, next to The Pudding Stop.

Having revealed itself on social media back in January, a spokesperson for the restaurant told this newspaper last month that an opening was planned for August.

Vourla's long-awaited opening is set for tonight. (Image: Vourla) While this didn't come to fruition, the waiting is now over with confirmation that the first customers will be welcomed through the door tonight on a first come, first served basis.

Table booking will be available from Wednesday (September 11).

The new restaurant will focus on Aegean cuisine and serve up a menu consisting of modern Mediterranean food. 

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A spokesperson for Vourla said: "We’re focused on bringing a fresh and contemporary dining experience to the area, featuring a variety of delicious starters, seafood and steaks inspired by the vibrant flavours and ingredients of the Mediterranean region."

The new restaurant will focus on Aegean cuisine (Image: Vourla) After tonight's launch, opening hours will be from 11.30am to 10pm from Monday to Thursday, with a closing time of 12am.

On a Sunday, the restaurant will open at 11.30am but close at the slightly earlier time of 9.30pm.

Plans to open were announced on social media back in January. (Image: Vourla)

They've unveiled a modern interior for customers to enjoy. (Image: Vourla)

Vourla is taking up residence at 3-5 Verulam Road. (Image: Vourla)