A NEW restaurant is set to bring a taste of the Caribbean to Merchant City. 

Tropical Cafe will open its doors at 51 Bell Street on Thursday, December 5 serving authentic dishes giving diners a "flavourful escape to the islands". 

The vibrant restaurant and bar, led by a team of Caribbean chefs, has a menu featuring classics such as curry goat roti, coconut ice cream and doubles, a common street food consisting of curry chickpeas and spicy flatbread. 

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Guests will be able to enjoy live music alongside their meals in an immersive atmosphere "that captures the rhythm and soul of the Caribbean".

A grand opening event with live entertainment will taken place on Saturday, December 7 from 7pm to 10pm.