Bam Boo has expanded to a second site in Liverpool after a six-figure investment.
The brunch and cocktail bar business transformed a former cafe in the popular Lark Lane area of the city to build on its success in its flagship Bold Street location.
A reconfigured layout has seen a larger kitchen created in addition to two new bathrooms while the courtyard has been covered with a motorised lantern roof.
The courtyard roof has a digital thermostat and rain senser so it opens and closes automatically according to the current weather conditions surrounding the venue.
Bam Boo’s new branch will lead to 15 additional jobs across the company with their workforce now expanded to 27 staff in total.
Co-founder and director Lauren Wright said: “We’ve been fortunate to experience overwhelming demand since opening at Bold Street in 2023 – we’ve been fully-booked there for months in advance, and we knew it was time to grow.
“Lark Lane felt like the perfect fit. It’s one of Liverpool’s most vibrant hospitality hubs, with a buzzing, independent spirit that aligns perfectly with the Bam Boo brand.
“Expanding wasn’t just about opportunity – it was also about meeting the demand from customers who wanted more of what we offer, in a location that feels authentic to us.
“We’re delighted with the new venue, which is focused on a theme of bringing in jungle, bamboo and greenery vibes and ambience, with exposed brickwork to make it feel homely.
“Customers coming for the first time have commented how they love the cosy and elegant feel. It’s been busier than we envisaged, and trading is ahead of our initial expectations.”