Two eateries located in the heart of Norwich will close as they undergo makeovers. 

Both located in The Forum in Millenium Plain, Pizza Express and Cafe Bar Marzano are set to have refurbishment works this month. 

The Pizza Express branch, which is usually open seven days a week from 11.30am until 10pm,  closed on Monday and will reopen again on August 17 to reveal its new look. 

The city has two branches of the popular pizza chain and the restaurant on St Benedicts Street will remain unaffected. 

Then, just days after Pizza Express reopens, Cafe Bar Marzano will close on August 19 before reopening on August 24. 

The cafe serves up a selection of cakes, paninis, soups and other light meals and is also fully licensed. 

A Pizza Express spokesman said: “Pizza Express Norwich Forum is currently undergoing a makeover as part of the brand’s nationwide refurbishment programme.

"The team is looking forward to serving mouth-watering ‘proper pizza’ and iconic Dough Balls to the Norwich locals and visitors again, catering to all, whether it be through the welcoming, lively, and uplifting dine-in destination, through click & collect or from the comfort of their home through delivery.

"Thanks to our patient pizza fans whilst we give Pizza Express Norwich Forum a refresh and we look forward to welcoming them back soon for their favourite pizza.”