Signs for the Spices2 restaurant hang on Bondgate in Darlington

Rose and Lime on Bondgate in the city closed in mid-August, saying it had made the “difficult decision to call it quits”.

In the final statement it posted on its website, it warned people to be “kinder” and “more understanding” towards small businesses during a “difficult time for independents.”

Read more: Rose and Lime on Bondgate in Darlington is closing its doors

The closure announcement followed Rose & Lime being added to a Home Office list of North East businesses fined for employing illegal workers between January and March 2023.

A fine of £10,000 was imposed in this case.

The Spices2 signage at Bondgate in Darlington (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

Although the venue at 24-26 Bondgate has been empty since Rose & Lime closed, new signage for another Indian restaurant has been spotted in recent days.

The new signs bearing the name “Spices2” have appeared, accompanied by an advert that reads “Exciting news – get ready Darlington!”

The new restaurant is coming soon (Image: NORTHERN ECHO)

It then adds that it will be coming to town “soon” and that the restaurant was a branch of Spices Indian Restaurant.

Spices2 has been contacted for further information on the restaurant and we will provide further information on the venue as soon as we receive it.