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Queues as Taco Bell opens at Anglia Retail Park

Taco Bell has officially opened its doors in Ipswich, and eager customers have been queuing outside the new restaurant at Anglia Retail Park throughout the day.

The big picture: The Mexican-inspired fast food chain's arrival marks its first location in Ipswich, creating around 70 new jobs for local residents and transforming the former Carphone Warehouse unit.

People queuing to get in to the new Taco Bell in Ipswich
Oliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk
There were queues to get into the new Taco Bell on Anglia Retail Park at lunch time today

Key details:

  • The restaurant will operate seven days a week from 11:00 to 19:00.

  • The first 500 customers received 'Spin to Win' tokens for chances to win free food and merchandise.

  • The first 50 people in line were given special goody bags with treats and merchandise.

What's next: Taco Bell is planning to open a second unit in Ipswich, though details of the location have not yet been announced.

Background: The development received planning permission in August 2022 as part of the retail park's ongoing transformation.

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