A HISTORIC Bradford pub that has been empty for several years has re-opened as a Mediterranean restaurant.

Cantina93 at the Cock & Bottle opens in the Grade II listed building on Barkerend Road tomorrow, but local businesses had a sneak peek last night.

The company will employ 11 staff initially, although there is room to expand in the building's upper floor.

Owner Aftab Ali said: "I think part of the attraction will be the building, but when people get here they will find we have fantastic food.

"The building is being brought back to life, much like Bradford is. My vision for the building was to bring it back to what it used to be. There are lots of unique features in the building."

The pub's refurbishment had raised concerns from CAMRA who feared some its historical features may be lost.