A McDonald's restaurant turned sweet 16 - and was given some new electric doors to celebrate.
As part of a major new face-lift the Basildon town centre restaurant now also has smart new toilet facilities and disabled access. Franchise operator, Gen Isikgun, said: "We've increased the seating capacity by 33 seats.
"Since it was built in 1984, it's only had some minor work done but now we can say we've got a truly 21st century restaurant. It's very bright and welcoming."
Vice chairman of Basildon Council David Abrahall was among the VIP guests invited to the re-opening of the restaurant.
Sweet 16 - vice-chairman of Basildon Council David Abrahall tucks into a Big Mac after opening the refurbished restaurant with help from Gen and Aylan Isikgun and youngsters Daryl Turner, Sean Hung, Marc Bowers and Jason Smith
Picture: MIKE BELLENIE
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