GOURMET burger fans in Oxford will be spoilt for choice as American burger chain Five Guys gears up to open its doors at the end of this month.

Earlier this year the firm was granted permission by Oxford City Council to take over a vacant unit in Magdalen Street that was formerly a Jaeger clothing shop.

Over the past few months the burger chain’s shop has been taking shape ahead of its opening date.

In its original design statement sent to the council, the company said: “Five Guys began as a family-run burger restaurant and has now been running for 30 years.

“Since it was first set up in 1986 in Washington D.C. by the Murrell brothers, it has become the fastest growing ‘fast-casual’ restaurant.

“Due to the nature of the business, Five Guys trades extremely well in high profile, high footfall locations, contributing to the vitality of the area.

“The proposals would introduce a new leisure destination, which would enhance the current food and drink offering within the West End Area of the city centre.”

Passersby are now able to see the trademark design of the restaurant, which has been converted from the former clothing shop and takes up all of the 2,000 sq ft ground floor.

Richard Collier, property director for Five Guys said: “Oxford has been a long outstanding target location for us and we are delighted to have the opportunity to serve our fresh, fully customisable burgers and hand-cut boardwalk style fries in the city.”