A new on-the-go Italian bistro is set to open its doors this weekend in Reading Town Centre.

Coco di Mama, located on Broad Street was introduced in the UK with the aim of becoming the nation's most loved Italian to-go brand.

Reading’s location marks its first ever restaurant outside of London offering sit-in, takeaway and delivery to diners throughout the town centre.

Sara McKennedy from Coco Di Mama said: “The brand was created when it was discovered that there was a gap in the market in regards to accessible Italian food.

“We are so excited to be opening in Reading because it marks our expansion outside of London and introduces our unique product to locals.

“Our speciality is the pasta pots, which take 45 seconds to make alongside our speciality grade coffee at high street prices.

“Instead of having to go to a separate coffee shop after lunch, we do both hot food and fantastic coffee.”

Stepping into the chic Italian bistro, it appears to be a cross between a chic independent coffee shop and a takeaway style set-up.

From its ultra-comfy seating area to the gorgeous wall art work – which is painted by a Reading University student – the eatery screams unique in every way.

Sara added: “This really is a one-stop shop for everything you need. Whether that be a filling meal or a good value coffee, Coco Di Mama does it all.

“The restaurant also has sustainability at its core with 60% of their materials upcycled or recycled.”

Coco di Mama opens on Friday, February 10 on Broad Street, Reading.