A long-awaited bar and restaurant has opened its doors in East Runton.

Husband and wife team Carl and Katie Stairs took on Sammy's Bar and Grill last year and shared their plans to rebrand it as a high-end restaurant named The White Horse.

They welcomed their first patrons on Sunday, June 30 and were excited to show off the venue's open-concept kitchen, refitted bar and fresh sun deck.

A broad menu is prepared from an open-concept kitchenA broad menu is prepared from an open-concept kitchen (Image: The White Horse)

The White Horse is open from 9am each day, serving premium breakfasts and a variety of sandwiches, salads and traditional dishes for lunch.

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The evening menu combines pub-grub classics with a sophisticated twist on local specialities.

The owners said the crab and lobster ravioli has already become a firm favourite.

The refitted bar area offers a range of premium beveragesThe refitted bar area offers a range of premium beverages (Image: The White Horse)

"We are overjoyed with the positive feedback we've received," Mr Stairs said.

"Our goal was to create a space that not only serves great food and drinks but also fosters a sense of community and belonging."

The White Horse is open from 9am every dayThe White Horse is open from 9am every day (Image: The White Horse)

Mrs Stairs added: "We're thrilled to welcome everyone to The White Horse and look forward to many more years of serving our customers.

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"We hope our bar and restaurant will become a cherished spot for locals and visitors alike."

Mr and Mrs Stairs plan to continue rejuvenating the area by purchasing neighbouring businessesMr and Mrs Stairs plan to continue rejuvenating the area by purchasing neighbouring businesses (Image: The White Horse)

Mr and Mrs Stairs also confirmed they will continue to rejuvenate neighbouring businesses and said they have purchased Wills Fish and Chip Shop and Bernie's Bar.

They plan to complete similar refurbishments and create their own vibrant little corner in the village.