A popular peri-peri chicken eatery in Eastleigh has closed for a refurbishment.

Shoppers at the Swan Centre in Eastleigh may have noticed that popular Portuguese chicken restaurant, Nando’s, has temporarily shut its doors.

A large notice on the window reads: “Be right back, Eastleigh. Closed for a good time, not a long one.”

Nando’s UK have confirmed that the reason for the closure is for the Eastleigh venue to have a refurbishment and that the eatery is expected to re-open later this summer.

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The eatery is a hotspot for those looking for a bite to eat in the Eastleigh area and is located right on the door stop of Vue Cinema on Wells Place.

Known for its array of hot and spicy chicken, Nando's has more than 450 restaurants across the UK.