A POPULAR Kilwinning takeaway has announced plans to expand into Irvine.

The owner of The Corner Shop in Kilwinning, on Byres Road, will soon be expanding into the Rivergate Shopping Centre.

In a post on social media, head chef and co-owner Jonathan Gray teased the opening of the Irvine eatery.

A picture accompanying the post suggests that 'Gray's Kitchen' will be opening in the unit which was previously home to Black Rooster Peri Peri.

Jonathan said in his post: "Let me introduce myself. My name is Jonathan Gray, I have 20 years kitchen experience, starting at the Gailes Hotel, becoming head chef in Adesso and head chef in the original clubhouse along the way.

"I currently own The Corner Shop in Kilwinning with my wife Natalie. We have built our business over the past few years, going from strength to strength. Specialising in loaded fries, burgers and cheesecakes aswell as many other items.

"We have decided to branch out and open 'Gray's Kitchen', doing what we do best. So a big 'hi' to Irvine. Can't wait to meet you all."

Gray's Kitchen is yet to confirm an official opening date, though it does not seem like we are far away. They have said they will update this, and release their menu, on social media soon.

Further posts on Faceboook have shown their staff are already trained to use their state-of-the-art fresh coffee machine., while they have already teased at some of the dishes which will be on offer.

And locals are already excited to be welcoming Jonathan and Natalie's business to the town.

One current customer commented: "So excited for you guys, it’s fab to see you branch out and I think you will do amazing.

"I mean your food speaks for itself. Very handy for my work I’ll be in every day for my lunch."

While another added: "The loaded fries from the corner shop in Kilwinning are always outstanding!! Can't wait to try the new place - best of luck guys!"

For all the latest upates on Gray's Kitchen, visit their Facebook page - and you can see the kind of food they produce at The Corner Shop on Facebook too.