Harpenden's new Waffle House has opened to rave reviews from customers.

Based former Prezzo site in Leyton Road, the new Waffle House is Hertfordshire's second, joining the long running establishment in St Michael's Street in St Albans.

Prezzo closed its doors last year, leaving the building vacant for some time.

After months of anticipation, the new eatery opened its doors on Wednesday night (August 14) to a warm reception from customers.

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One wrote on social media: "Beautiful gardens, same amazing waffles as in St Albans and absolutely lovely staff."

Another added that the new opening represents "a great addition for tourism in the town", with another describing it as "my new happy place."

There is also joy at the building finding a new home to preserve its history, with one resident saying: "I am so glad that this building has been saved yet again."

The Waffle House will be open every day except Tuesdays, with opening hours being between 9am and 9pm.

Seating is available both outside and inside, with no table reservations at present.