AN AWARD-WINNING Helensburgh restaurant has officially launched takeaway service at its second premises.

Annaya's, on West Princes Street in Helensburgh, are collaborating with the team at The Ben Bar and Kitchen in Balloch to bring their popular food to the village.

As previously reported, the new restaurant at 100 Balloch Road will bring the renowned 'Desi' dishes which will be led by their chef Zak and his nephew Ibby, bolstered by Helensburgh's Rocky Aziz.

Annaya's has announced the official opening of the takeaway part of the store is June 12 at 4pm.

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The team confirmed that they carried out a "soft opening" over the last two days to solve any teething issues that they may encounter.

The opening date of the restaurant is yet to be announced, as the final touches are being added.

In an online statement they said: "We are proud to announce we are finally opening our takeaway for business today at 4pm on Wednesday, June 12.

"Please bear in mind that the restaurant will open at a later date. We are adding final touches before announcing an opening date.

"We successfully carried out a soft opening over the last two days without announcing it, to solve any major teething issues, however we request that you are patient with us whilst we come through this period."