Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an armed robbery in North Orange early this morning.

About 12.30am (Thursday 30 October 2014), a man allegedly entered the front doors of a fast food restaurant on Telopea Way, North Orange, armed with a knife.

The man allegedly threatened staff and demanded money.

An employee complied with his demands and handed over cash before the man fled on foot.

No one was injured during the incident.

Police from Canobolas Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene that was examined by specialist forensic officers.

An investigation is underway and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

The man has been described as having a fair complexion, 20-25 years old, 175-180cm tall, and was wearing grey hoodie jacket with the hood pulled over, a dark bandana covering his face, navy shorts, and yellow gloves.