AN American-themed sports bar could be heading to Irvine High Street.

New plans have been submitted for a Bar Sport franchise to fill the vacant premises previously occupied by the Co-Operative at 86-88 High Street.

The company operate a number of sports bar and grill venues across the UK which offers live sport and a range of Amercian-style food.

North Ayrshire Council last week received a planning application from a Rosemary Reid stating her intention to run the proposed franchise in the town centre.

According to the planning documents, the building currently has a rateable value of £89,000 with rent coming in at £90,000.

The plans are currently under consideration by council bosses.