A popular bar and grill in Ipswich has ceased operation after 13 years, due to increased costs and a drop in footfall.

K Bar and Grill situated on St Nicholas Street in Ipswich announced the closure on New Year's Day.

In a statement posted on its Facebook page, the bar and grill said: "We have been part of the fabric of Ipswich for the past 13 years but the pressures of increased costs, a drop in footfall and the fact that a majority of our customers have still been encouraged to work from home has had a massive impact on the high street of this town we call home."

Ipswich Star: K Bar and Grill has been on St Nicholas Street in Ipswich for the past 13 yearsK Bar and Grill has been on St Nicholas Street in Ipswich for the past 13 years (Image: Google Maps)

K Bar and Grill thanked its customers, suppliers, DJs and members of staff they have had over the years.

The statement continued by saying: "We have searched every possible way to keep the family together.

"We have had to make the extremely difficult decision to cease trading."