A popular American fast food chain has opened a new restaurant in Barnet.

Five Guys opened its new branch at 144-146 High Street on Monday (July 22).

It comes as the chain seeks to extend its reach in north London.

A branch was opened in Wembley Park in June, and another is expected to open soon in West Hampstead.

The restaurants are known for their white and red check tiling, wooden tables and an open kitchen.

Also standard is a comprehensive range of 15 toppings including grilled mushrooms, grilled onions and pickles, alongside the usual range of sauces and salad items.

There is a range of 15 burger toppings to choose fromThere is a range of 15 burger toppings to choose from (Image: Five Guys)

Burgers are not the only thing you can sample, with hot dogs and cajun fries also featuring on the menu.

Five Guys also offers a popular range of milkshakes, and has recently launched two new limited edition flavours – mango and raspberry.

The chain was founded in Virginia in 1986 and opened its first UK store in Covent Garden in 2013.

It claims that Tommy Fury, Molly King, Ed Sheeran and Maya Jama are among its biggest fans.