ONE of Cleethorpes' most popular daytime dining destinations is now serving up delicious dishes in the evening too.
Diners can enjoy evening meals at Marples Cafe, Restaurant and Bar, in Seaview Street, between 5pm and 8.30pm from Wednesday to Saturday.
Owner David Allen hopes to offer food lovers in the resort something different, with a menu featuring the freshest locally-sourced produce. As reported, Marples successfully served evening meals until 2005 when Mr Allen opened the nearby Riverside bar and restaurant.
He said: "At the time I didn't want the two venues competing against one another, but Riverside is now so well established, particularly for its tapas, that I think some competition will be healthy. Seaview Street has also changed significantly over the last two or three years and there are now a lot of high-end, good quality shops, cafes and restaurants open into the evening.
"It just seems like the right time for us to build on the fantastic reputation we have during the daytime."
Diners will be able to choose from a weekly specials menu, which will feature the best seasonal produce, and a teatime menu, from 5pm to 6.30pm, featuring classic dishes such as homemade pies and lasagne.
A new chef and waiting staff have been employed to work in the evenings to ensure the highest standards of food and service. Supervisor Esta Swann said: "We're so popular in the daytime that it makes sense for us to open later too."
Tables and evening functions can be booked by calling 01472 697188. Alternatively, diners are welcome to just turn up.
