You can also book private functions at the Maven too. Food and Drink. Deliveroo customers cast 350,000 votes across 21 categories and Mythos came took the top spot. This Michelin-recommended favourite shows off the lip-smacking flavours of the Kerala, all made by chefs born, raised and trained in the region. Theres no shortage of independent Indian restaurants in Leeds, but Tharavadu is a cut above. Theres all the classics, granted, elevated to levels you didnt know were possible, but Wens comes into its own when you fancy trying something new. Weve put together this list to suit lots of tastes and budgets with lots of different variety of cuisine being served. As well as the caf and retail space, the venue has moveable bookcases that reveal cosy corners for hosting meetings or catching up on work emails. with friends around one of the large wooden tables or nestle. 251 Elland Road, Beeston, Leeds, LS11 8TU. Authenticity is central to all they do the menu of classic small plates is made up of recipes handed down by chef and owner Rudy Garcias mum, Lupe. Baristas use geeky coffee equipment to bring out the best of the beans delicate Ethipioan coffee is dripped through a Kalita filter and served in a glass carafe, and the toffee notes of the Colombian batch brew is blasted out of a huge jet on the counter. No two visits are ever the same as renowned chef Liz Cottam takes inspiration from the seasons for her ever-changing 8 or 10-course tasting menus that put great local produce front and centre.
Theres Thai Laksa curry, Greek kebabs and stacked burgers their Chickpea Curry Burger is like nothing else out there. It was the first of its kind in Leeds and its still dishing up meticulous meat-free fare in its relaxed, cafe-style dining room. An old bank is now throbbing with Cuban flair thanks to Viva Cuba, a Leeds institution that continues to stand the test of time after two decades. Take time over one of the exotic dishes on the brunch menu, from, fritters with halloumi, chimichurri, poached eggs and pickled chilli. Restaurant The Craft and Cut is opening in Leeds after enjoying success in York, Pizza Punks gave out 1,000 free meals when they opened earlier this year, You can get 1 off for a box off five brownies, Mowgli's Bunny Chow serves chicken and potato curry inside a loaf of bread, Roast duck tamarind with sticky rice from Nom Thai at The Old Peacock, The stunning Lala's curry restaurant on Bradford Road, Pudsey, The ultimate guide to the best bars pubs and clubs in Call Lane Leeds, 21 places in Leeds everyone needs to visit at least once. Ramen, glorious ramen! Those who love their food with a twist are very aware of The Man Behind The Curtain with the eatery having an army of fans. Wens, 72-74 North Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7PN. Or try Yannis unusual slow-cooker lamb rigatoni with chopped mint covered in nutty Sheep Rustler cheese.
travelled the globe to find the best beans in the business, and, offer of not one, but two contrasting single origin espressos to ensure they, varying taste buds. Ossett Brewery pub, The Old Peacock, based across from Elland Road, is one of many bars popular with fans on matchdays. The sushi nigiri is excellent neat slices of grilled unagi (eel), yellowfin tuna and salmon.
Everything they do, they do well. The pop-up Alice in Wonderland venue is located in Swinegate and the Wonderland-isms are on display to anyone who passes - it is quite unlike anything else we have in the city. This Farsley favourite is owned by sisters Cassie and Alex Rogerson, whove won an army of fans for their wood-fired, Roma-style pizzas,which are served in a bright, airy and stripped-back venue.
These restaurants and cafes are what separates our city from others, filled with passion and ingenuity for great produce, incredible flavours and sterling-silver service. The addition of the Old Peacock kitchen has seen Nois Thai Kitchen serving authentic Thai street food. It feels and looks great: warm lighting, cool rustic-industrial design. Hop onto a stool and peer over hunks of parmesan, jars of gobstopper-sized olives and freshly baked sourdough loaves to watch head chef Ian Chapman, aka Yanni, and his team whip up plates of handmade pasta. This is what we loved most about Friends of Ham, the care and attention in sourcing the best of the best and serving it unpretentiously in a warm and friendly environment. Manjits Kitchen,Leeds Kirkgate Market, 28-34 Great George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY. Weve had a bit of a rollercoaster ride.". Tharavadu, 7-8, Mill Hill Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DQ. Copyright Leeds-List 2022 by Oliver Dixon Photography. The adjoining roastery is a constant flurry of activity, with the state-of-the-art coffee roaster turning away and sacks ready to be filled with the days beans and carted off to coffee shops and restaurants across Yorkshire. The quaint county pub, nestled in an inner Leeds suburb, was also crowned one of the best pubs in the Great British Pub Awards last year. Get your foodie fix through the letterbox each month! The independent kitchen and bar also offers a variety of sweet treats for after your meal, with desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, raspberry sorbet and even a chocolate brownie serving as the perfect way to end a Sunday dinner. In the summer, you can dine out on the terrace or head inside the rustic dining room where beamed ceilings and exposed brick catch your eye. Now at home on Brewery Wharf, Home is the place to go for fine dining par excellence in Leeds. Heaney & Mill, 48 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 2AL. off to coffee shops and restaurants across Yorkshire. Home, 3 Brewery Place, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1NE. Exclusive: The Rhinos are set to sign the 22-year-old ahead of the 2023 season. You can find all our latest food and drink news by visiting our restaurants and bars homepage. Choose the type of message you'd like to post, Coffee machines to try at home for a barista-like experience, Leeds independent foodie guide: where locals eat and drink, clubs, bars and Victorian arcades with an arty undercurrent, with live music, proper pubs and independent. When Salvatore Dammone opened Salvos Restaurant in 1976 he had a vision, to bring a piece of his beloved Italy to Leeds.
This cherished Leeds indie gives you the best of both worlds in a welcoming, down-to-earth setting. Expect burgers, fries and shakes on the menu. "Best meal weve had in a long time, fantastic staff, service and food." Dishes being served up include Thai-style sirloin steak, roasted duck and chef specials such as chicken katsu curry and aromatic seafood. Shears Yard is also a great brunch spot too and you can give a hint at the dishes on offer in our photo above. Tapas, but not as you know it this is why Zucco is one of the best indies in Leeds. Of course, pizza is the big draw but on the menu theres also pasta dishes and a selection of small plates. From trendy new-wave coffee shops to craft breweries, casual dining restaurants to street food trucks, Leeds has become a serious foodie hub. So if you have a hankering for a kebab then this is the place for you. House of Fu, 15-19 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PU. Beer drinkers have a choice between European stalwarts Birra Moretti and Amstel, or try the local North Brewing Co Triple Fruited Gose Sour.
This is a Leeds legend, a cornerstone of the citys indie scene, offering quality Siamese fare in a chilled-out, no-frills environment. In October, Jinnah scooped Best Takeaway at the English Curry Awards and you might even spot boxing star Josh Warrington on a visit with the venue being a popular spot with him.
Vegetarians can also get in on the action, by trying the equally delicious Leek, potato and truffle wellington, complete with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy - at just 16 a portion. Owner Junior Rashid turned a former pub on Bradford Road into a stunning restaurant and was delighted to be recognised by the Asian Catering Federation. Once a street food vendor, Pizza Fella is now one of the best independent restaurants in Leeds.
So whether its proper Yorkshire fare, classic Asian cooking or the very finest of fine dining youre looking for, Leeds has an indie to suit. The restaurant will be able to accommodate 130 covers while there will also be a VIP private diningroom and the K Kube karaoke venue. aked ham hock and Doreen black pudding hash. Wines are curated with the utmost care. Diners can choose between roast sirloin of beef or an overnight braised shoulder of pork - both served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Visit in the morning for the fishmongers breakfast (smoked haddock, hash browns, soft boiled egg and greens) or a bap filled with your choice of smoked bacon or vegan patty. Then follow it up with their trademark, the Adu Cheera Mappas, a rich lamb curry with fresh spinach and their authentic Keralan sauce. It feels modern and traditional all at once. Negronis are short and punchy, just as they should be, and theres a succinct Italian wine list heavily weighted towards Venetian and Sicilian varieties. Off ramen? Each dish is as much a work of art as it is food, with challenging titles to match Black Caesar promises Iberico pork, garlic, egg and anchovy, while Sex Wax combines pineapple, coconut and oyster. The focus is on the mouthwatering Neapolitan pizza. Travellers are advised to read the FCO travel advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for the country they are travelling to. Original parquet flooring, panelled walls and a stone staircase are brightened up with plenty of natural light from skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows. Some are in Leeds city centre and a few a little further behind. The dough, sourced from Boudin Bakery in San Fran, is prepared 48 hours in advance with the pizzas being cooked in authentic wood ovens. Expect delicate accompaniments such as buttermilk polenta with tea and molasses brine; creamed flageolet beans with bacon jam; or Jerusalem artichoke with mushrooms and ymerdrys (a Danish sugared rye bread crumb). "Amazing place for eating enjoyed every bit of it. Chao greets guests with the tea of the day constantly brewing on a little stove behind the trinket-lined counter (we tried Chinese pu-erh). Murgatroyds is regularly in the running for fish and chip shop awards and ranked as one of the Leeds Bradford Airport by our readers. The restaurant is also known for their extensive cocktail and craft beer offerings. Rohan Smith transcript after Leeds Rhinos thump Wigan Warriors. Yorkshires largest city combines glitzy clubs, bars and Victorian arcades with an arty undercurrent that buzzes with live music, proper pubs and independent shops and stalls such as The Corn Exchange. The impressive interior design includes a chequerboard design running across the whole drinking area and familiar Wonderland objects covering each wall, like playing cards and giant mushroom plants, plus cakes with the slogan Eat Me. Sky-high ceilings, exposed brick walls and twinkling filament lights set the scene for the procession of palate-friendly provender to come. North Star has collaborated with Noisette Bakehouse to offer some of the best sweet treats weve tried in a long time. Full Leeds United squad revealed for pre-season Crystal Palace clash with two injury doubts, Every player available to Jesse Marsch for the final match of the Whites' Australia tour, Leeds Rhinos player ratings as out-of-position stars shine against Wigan Warriors. ", Rated 4.8/5 (311 reviews). Leeds is brimming with places to serve wonderful food and here are 20 you should savour in 2022. For more exciting restaurants and weekend ideas for food lovers, check out our best UK city breaks. It specialises in Italian small plates, in a recently refurbished restaurant that brings a modern touch to traditional osteria cooking. Sit back as they bring out platters of sweetly-marinated cuts of beef, pork, duck, prawn and squid for you to hand-grill yourself. On the drinks front, this bar provides a platform for independent brewers such as Kirkstall Brewery and Northern Monk, and offers limited edition ales and collaborations. You'll find the latest food and drink reviews, gigs, events and lifestyle news. Crunchy squid karaage is served with a rich, sweet black garlic aoli, while mixed tempura comes with a delicate shisho dashi dipping sauce. It's a stunning setting, with twinkling fairy lights around the windows, in decorative glass jars and around tree branches, and lamps hung above the wooden tables. Trinity Kitchen, 44 Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6HD. Jinnah launches inn York Road, Seacroft, over 10-years-ago and the team at the curry house aim to make their diners feel at home. Toppings include jalapenos, peppers, meatballs, salami and even roast potatoes. Hidden away at the bottom end of Great George Street, hunt it out and youll find a very sharply designed dining room, full of typical Nordic elegance.
Last year, it came 19th in the National Restaurants Awards top 100. Its a Korean barbecue restaurant, stylishly decorated with leather booths that come complete with a grill built in to your table. Peruse collaborations such as a grapefruit sour with Square Root, and the Buxton Brewerys dark, malty Smoked Imperial Stout (also reduced into a syrup to make a smoky old fashioned), or choose from a fridge of guest beers in colourful cans. This calm, contemporary glass-fronted space at Leeds Dock (also pictured above) is a hangout for local chefs and business owners on their days off.
You can pick from nine options, all starting with Italian Caputo flour and San Marzano tomatoes, before adding a raft of toppings. It often flies under the radar, but Dill & Bay is a foodie gem lying in wait in the heart of Rothwell. Select your Leeds United starting XI for final game of Australia tour vs Crystal Palace, Put yourself in Jesse Marsch's shoes and choose the starting XI that you think would fare best in Leeds' penultimate pre-season friendly against Crystal Palace, Liz Truss storms ahead of Rishi Sunak in Tory leadership candidate race, poll suggests, The battle to become the next Conservative leader has been whittled down to just two candidates, Woman in campervan dies in horror crash on the M1 near Leeds, The M1 was closed for nearly 10 hours due to the collision, Famous butcher Malcolm Michaels becomes 'best looking granddad in Leeds', Malcolm Leary spoke of the 'unbelievable' moment he held his first grandson in his arms, Liz Truss ambushed by badger cull protesters at Tory leadership hustings event, The Foreign Secretary oversaw the culling of the animals in a previous Cabinet role, Leeds United Australia diary day 10: Perth Zoo, driving rain and bouncing breweries, The Whites are in Perth for the third and final game of their pre-season tour of Australia, Newly-single Helen Skelton looking happy as she stuns summer party in 780 thigh-split dress, Helen has spoke about her her big planes for her 40th birthday next year, Leeds United transfer news LIVE: Newcastle United make Jack Harrison 'bid', Follow all of the latest Leeds United transfer news, gossip and done deals as they happen. Refined tasting menus, bottomless brunch and a killer Sunday lunch make this a must for foodies. The line between charming bar and rustic restaurant is blurred at The Reliance, but the dual-aspect is something to celebrate, especially here. The venue itself feels more like a hip hangout than a stuffy dining room and its the perfect place to explore their menu of fuss-free farm-to-fork goodness. Try the onion bhajis: aromatic with garam masala and ajwain, filled with lush onion and cauliflower, the batter lifted by threads of spinach. Authentic Chinese and Szechuan dishes include pan-fried whole sea bass topped with chilli mince pork, sweet, spicy kung pao chicken with crunchy peanuts and plenty of lip-smacking Szechuan peppercorns, and fried rice studded with pieces of Chinese sausage and seasonal vegetables. They'd pass Paul and Prue's judgement on Bake Off - with a firm top and a melting inside. Our guide includes new openings in Leeds, award-winners and some venues with great stories, Get the latest news from all parts of our city - sign up for our free email newsletter. Oscar Akgul and Osman Dogan will be bringing their steak restaurant The Cut & Craft to Leeds city centre later this year after enjoying success in York. This is a traditional Italian restaurant that serves classic dishes with modern touches served in stylish surrounds. Youll be ramen it home!
Eat Your Greens, 42 New York Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7DY. Theres no doubt The Swine That Dines is one of the best independent restaurants in Leeds. Meat is Dead sits right on Kirkstall Road in Burley with big windows and a colourful, industrial-chic indoors complete with mountains drawn on the walls. Their menu is loaded with Thai classics youll know and love jump into a Jungle Curry, wolf down a Weeping Tiger and polish off a Pad Thai. Click here to read Tony Naylor's full review of Bundobust, Leeds.
Five decades later, Salvos remains one of the most popular and well regarded restaurants in Yorkshire.
They like to play it down, but their inventive approach to flavours, ingredients and combinations makes any visit a culinary education. What was Fettle, is now FINT, and its the natural evolution of this incredible Leeds cafe-cum-restaurants love affair with Scandinavia. Theres nothing ill-tempered about Grumpys. It gives you the chance to explore dishes you wouldnt otherwise come across. Another award-winner to feature on our list. The menu promises a smattering of curried bliss, which is best sampled with one of their Thalis, a mixed platter of two curries, salad, cumin rice, pickles and roti, but their Kirkstall Road home offers even more delights. 12 Church Lane, Swillington, Leeds, LS26 8DX. With no curry option, or meat, Bundobust is a world away from old-school curry houses, but dishes such as vada pav (a fried spicy mashed potato ball served in a brioche bun) and bundo chaat (a samosa of pastry, turmeric noodles, yogurt and tamarind chutney) have gained cult status. How?
231-239 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds, LS4 2AS. Because it matters more, and thats evident in everything they do. Baristas use geeky coffee equipment to bring out the best of the beans delicate Ethipioan coffee is dripped through a Kalita filter and served in a glass carafe, and the toffee notes of the Colombian batch brew is blasted out of a huge jet on the counter. Leeds food and drink scene has evolved over the years, adapting to the citys diversity, and it now boasts some of the best independent places to eat and drink in the country. Its forward-thinking food, whether youre trying her duck heart stew doughnut with mushroom caramel or the roasted turbot with chervil root. Although vegetarian options are limited, the side dishes are all innovative and vegetable-based: try brussels sprouts with bacon and cured egg yolk, coal-roasted beetroot with muscovado walnuts, or kale with chard, cider and golden raisins.
Yorkshire Cull Yow loin chop with grilled onion and black garlic sits alongside Grilled Cornish pollack with cauliflower and horseradish sauce. Wines are curated with the utmost care. Dont leave without trying the four-cheese buttermilk scones, made with rye flour to really hold the Parmesan, Red Leicester, Cheddar and cream cheese (and served warm, with proper butter made using acorn dairy milk from the Yorkshire Dales). It is famed for its cocktails but they also do offer rotating food menus. To get the latest email updates from LeedsLive, click here. You can unsubscribe at any time. If you like a bit of secrecy and indulgence then this is the place for you. Take the Renata Pizzulin Clagnis as an example, a subtly spiced, fruity Italian red wine made by a couple as a weekend project in the northeastern Friuli region of Italy. Download the LeedsLive app - You can download our free app for iPhone and iPad from the Apple App Store, or get the Android version from Google Play.
But the real star of the show is their evening menu, which allows you to dine on delicious plates like Yorkshire-reared venison haunch with roast artichoke fricassee, savoy cabbage, smoked bacon and redcurrant sauce. The focal point is the Grillworks grill imported from Michigan its used to cook everything from hanger steak to guinea fowl, hake and razor clams. The menu boasts a host of Indian street food delights. Meat is Dead specialises in a number of small plates, all completely plant-based, they're offered from lunch time throughout the evening. Menus ebb and flow with the seasons, but you can be sure of great produce turned into exquisite dishes it could be Duo of Lamb, it could be handmade pies, it could even be their epic Sunday lunch. The brainchild of Jo and Stu Myers, this North Street gem may look like a charming, local cafe, but in fact its a fine-dining paradise. With its cool canteen vibe, light wood tables and exposed brickwork, Sarto might not feel like your traditional pasta spot, but this out-of-the-way gem serves up some of the best in Leeds. The Collective Incorporated is a working showroom where customers can take their experience home. If you want in on the action, request one of the chefs table seats at the hatch that gives you a view into the open kitchen. 115 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3PX. Co-Director of The Collective Incorporated, Ellen Pryce previously said: We wanted to create a feast for the eyes as well as offering a space where people could refuel with some incredible food and drinks. It doesnt matter if youre at their Kirkgate Market stall or Kirkstall Road cafe, Manjits Kitchen is a Leeds indie institution. Salt cod with pickled peppers, black olive and potato followed by duck leg, turnip, kale and prune this is uncomplicated cooking done spectacularly in an unpretentious setting. Nonnas polpette and spaghetti; rabbit, pancetta, white wine and potatoes; and almond and raspberry polenta cake these are just three reasons why locals flock to Zucco, tucked away in one of the leafier suburbs of Leeds. "Absolutely beautiful, lovely service, really good food, can't wait to go back." Leeds restaurant Shears Yard was named one of the 10 best places in the UK for a roast dinner. This definitely somewhere to visit if you are after a unique experience. Start with or share a bunch of small plates, from the gravy-covered poutine to the mushroom arancini, though your attention could be taken by the globe-trotting mains. Grumpys, 2 Old Combing, Sunnybank Mills, Farsley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 5UJ. Why not try one of the fantastic independently-run eateries in Leeds- this is our list of the top independent restaurants and places to eat in Leeds, according to Google Reviews. Rated as TripAdvisor's best restaurant in Leeds you can expect the very best at the Myrtle Tavern with the venue having an army of fans. Hot poached lamb in chilli oil or marinated jellyfish with shredded Chinese leaf? Your palate is at the behest of genius. Copyright Leeds-List 2022 by Corvin Pamp. Celebs love Archies with comedian Kevin Hart, rapper The Game, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather having all been pictured at their Instagrammable restaurants. Spiced lamb leg and native oysters with kimchi sit alongside roast red Jerusalem artichokes and spiced cauliflower.
Ox Club,Headrow House, Bramleys Yard, The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PU.
Their carefully concocted bowls of steaming Japanese joy make it a must for ramen lovers the Original Fu is their classic, but if you want to see them finesse, try the luminously Green Ramen, a veg-packed joy. Treat yourself to a slice of their achingly-good almond polenta cake. Try our vibrant veggie dishes, from meat-free lasagne to vegetable curry and vegetarian chilli, Try our comforting classics and showstopping twists, from chocolate fudge cake to custard tarts and quick brownies. "Great food, great decor, great atmosphere, great staff and great prices."
Its the classics, as French cooking should be, done well.
Small dishes include spicy 'nduja on sourdough toast with cornichons, traditional Spanish anchovies, and ham hock and black pudding terrine. On opening in Victoria Gate, the new venue promised to bring the 'best brownies ever' to Leeds. Its laden with soul and each plate takes you on a culinary journey around this famous foodie country. To find out more about whats on in Leeds and Yorkshire visit our Best in Leeds Facebook page.
Take a trip to sunny Mexico City without ever leaving the city with a meal at Lupes Cantina. Its 10-course tasting menu, alongside a five-course option available Thursday to Saturday lunchtimes, follows the seasons to showcase British produce. The business was founded by the Rafiq brothers from Manchester who loved the film License to Drive so they brought it alive. Its not meat-free, but theres a real focus on using good quality, organic produce with an abundance of veg-based dishes. Buon apps, indeed. Grab a table if you can!
Theres Thai Laksa curry, Greek kebabs and stacked burgers their Chickpea Curry Burger is like nothing else out there. It was the first of its kind in Leeds and its still dishing up meticulous meat-free fare in its relaxed, cafe-style dining room. An old bank is now throbbing with Cuban flair thanks to Viva Cuba, a Leeds institution that continues to stand the test of time after two decades. Take time over one of the exotic dishes on the brunch menu, from, fritters with halloumi, chimichurri, poached eggs and pickled chilli. Restaurant The Craft and Cut is opening in Leeds after enjoying success in York, Pizza Punks gave out 1,000 free meals when they opened earlier this year, You can get 1 off for a box off five brownies, Mowgli's Bunny Chow serves chicken and potato curry inside a loaf of bread, Roast duck tamarind with sticky rice from Nom Thai at The Old Peacock, The stunning Lala's curry restaurant on Bradford Road, Pudsey, The ultimate guide to the best bars pubs and clubs in Call Lane Leeds, 21 places in Leeds everyone needs to visit at least once. Ramen, glorious ramen! Those who love their food with a twist are very aware of The Man Behind The Curtain with the eatery having an army of fans. Wens, 72-74 North Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7PN. Or try Yannis unusual slow-cooker lamb rigatoni with chopped mint covered in nutty Sheep Rustler cheese.
travelled the globe to find the best beans in the business, and, offer of not one, but two contrasting single origin espressos to ensure they, varying taste buds. Ossett Brewery pub, The Old Peacock, based across from Elland Road, is one of many bars popular with fans on matchdays. The sushi nigiri is excellent neat slices of grilled unagi (eel), yellowfin tuna and salmon.
Everything they do, they do well. The pop-up Alice in Wonderland venue is located in Swinegate and the Wonderland-isms are on display to anyone who passes - it is quite unlike anything else we have in the city. This Farsley favourite is owned by sisters Cassie and Alex Rogerson, whove won an army of fans for their wood-fired, Roma-style pizzas,which are served in a bright, airy and stripped-back venue. These restaurants and cafes are what separates our city from others, filled with passion and ingenuity for great produce, incredible flavours and sterling-silver service. The addition of the Old Peacock kitchen has seen Nois Thai Kitchen serving authentic Thai street food. It feels and looks great: warm lighting, cool rustic-industrial design. Hop onto a stool and peer over hunks of parmesan, jars of gobstopper-sized olives and freshly baked sourdough loaves to watch head chef Ian Chapman, aka Yanni, and his team whip up plates of handmade pasta. This is what we loved most about Friends of Ham, the care and attention in sourcing the best of the best and serving it unpretentiously in a warm and friendly environment. Manjits Kitchen,Leeds Kirkgate Market, 28-34 Great George Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7HY. Weve had a bit of a rollercoaster ride.". Tharavadu, 7-8, Mill Hill Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5DQ. Copyright Leeds-List 2022 by Oliver Dixon Photography. The adjoining roastery is a constant flurry of activity, with the state-of-the-art coffee roaster turning away and sacks ready to be filled with the days beans and carted off to coffee shops and restaurants across Yorkshire. The quaint county pub, nestled in an inner Leeds suburb, was also crowned one of the best pubs in the Great British Pub Awards last year. Get your foodie fix through the letterbox each month! The independent kitchen and bar also offers a variety of sweet treats for after your meal, with desserts such as sticky toffee pudding, raspberry sorbet and even a chocolate brownie serving as the perfect way to end a Sunday dinner. In the summer, you can dine out on the terrace or head inside the rustic dining room where beamed ceilings and exposed brick catch your eye. Now at home on Brewery Wharf, Home is the place to go for fine dining par excellence in Leeds. Heaney & Mill, 48 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 2AL. off to coffee shops and restaurants across Yorkshire. Home, 3 Brewery Place, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1NE. Exclusive: The Rhinos are set to sign the 22-year-old ahead of the 2023 season. You can find all our latest food and drink news by visiting our restaurants and bars homepage. Choose the type of message you'd like to post, Coffee machines to try at home for a barista-like experience, Leeds independent foodie guide: where locals eat and drink, clubs, bars and Victorian arcades with an arty undercurrent, with live music, proper pubs and independent. When Salvatore Dammone opened Salvos Restaurant in 1976 he had a vision, to bring a piece of his beloved Italy to Leeds.
This cherished Leeds indie gives you the best of both worlds in a welcoming, down-to-earth setting. Expect burgers, fries and shakes on the menu. "Best meal weve had in a long time, fantastic staff, service and food." Dishes being served up include Thai-style sirloin steak, roasted duck and chef specials such as chicken katsu curry and aromatic seafood. Shears Yard is also a great brunch spot too and you can give a hint at the dishes on offer in our photo above. Tapas, but not as you know it this is why Zucco is one of the best indies in Leeds. Of course, pizza is the big draw but on the menu theres also pasta dishes and a selection of small plates. From trendy new-wave coffee shops to craft breweries, casual dining restaurants to street food trucks, Leeds has become a serious foodie hub. So if you have a hankering for a kebab then this is the place for you. House of Fu, 15-19 The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6PU. Beer drinkers have a choice between European stalwarts Birra Moretti and Amstel, or try the local North Brewing Co Triple Fruited Gose Sour.
This is a Leeds legend, a cornerstone of the citys indie scene, offering quality Siamese fare in a chilled-out, no-frills environment. In October, Jinnah scooped Best Takeaway at the English Curry Awards and you might even spot boxing star Josh Warrington on a visit with the venue being a popular spot with him.
Vegetarians can also get in on the action, by trying the equally delicious Leek, potato and truffle wellington, complete with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy - at just 16 a portion. Owner Junior Rashid turned a former pub on Bradford Road into a stunning restaurant and was delighted to be recognised by the Asian Catering Federation. Once a street food vendor, Pizza Fella is now one of the best independent restaurants in Leeds. So whether its proper Yorkshire fare, classic Asian cooking or the very finest of fine dining youre looking for, Leeds has an indie to suit. The restaurant will be able to accommodate 130 covers while there will also be a VIP private diningroom and the K Kube karaoke venue. aked ham hock and Doreen black pudding hash. Wines are curated with the utmost care. Diners can choose between roast sirloin of beef or an overnight braised shoulder of pork - both served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Visit in the morning for the fishmongers breakfast (smoked haddock, hash browns, soft boiled egg and greens) or a bap filled with your choice of smoked bacon or vegan patty. Then follow it up with their trademark, the Adu Cheera Mappas, a rich lamb curry with fresh spinach and their authentic Keralan sauce. It feels modern and traditional all at once. Negronis are short and punchy, just as they should be, and theres a succinct Italian wine list heavily weighted towards Venetian and Sicilian varieties. Off ramen? Each dish is as much a work of art as it is food, with challenging titles to match Black Caesar promises Iberico pork, garlic, egg and anchovy, while Sex Wax combines pineapple, coconut and oyster. The focus is on the mouthwatering Neapolitan pizza. Travellers are advised to read the FCO travel advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for the country they are travelling to. Original parquet flooring, panelled walls and a stone staircase are brightened up with plenty of natural light from skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows. Some are in Leeds city centre and a few a little further behind. The dough, sourced from Boudin Bakery in San Fran, is prepared 48 hours in advance with the pizzas being cooked in authentic wood ovens. Expect delicate accompaniments such as buttermilk polenta with tea and molasses brine; creamed flageolet beans with bacon jam; or Jerusalem artichoke with mushrooms and ymerdrys (a Danish sugared rye bread crumb). "Amazing place for eating enjoyed every bit of it. Chao greets guests with the tea of the day constantly brewing on a little stove behind the trinket-lined counter (we tried Chinese pu-erh). Murgatroyds is regularly in the running for fish and chip shop awards and ranked as one of the Leeds Bradford Airport by our readers. The restaurant is also known for their extensive cocktail and craft beer offerings. Rohan Smith transcript after Leeds Rhinos thump Wigan Warriors. Yorkshires largest city combines glitzy clubs, bars and Victorian arcades with an arty undercurrent that buzzes with live music, proper pubs and independent shops and stalls such as The Corn Exchange. The impressive interior design includes a chequerboard design running across the whole drinking area and familiar Wonderland objects covering each wall, like playing cards and giant mushroom plants, plus cakes with the slogan Eat Me. Sky-high ceilings, exposed brick walls and twinkling filament lights set the scene for the procession of palate-friendly provender to come. North Star has collaborated with Noisette Bakehouse to offer some of the best sweet treats weve tried in a long time. 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You'll find the latest food and drink reviews, gigs, events and lifestyle news. Crunchy squid karaage is served with a rich, sweet black garlic aoli, while mixed tempura comes with a delicate shisho dashi dipping sauce. It's a stunning setting, with twinkling fairy lights around the windows, in decorative glass jars and around tree branches, and lamps hung above the wooden tables. Trinity Kitchen, 44 Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6HD. Jinnah launches inn York Road, Seacroft, over 10-years-ago and the team at the curry house aim to make their diners feel at home. Toppings include jalapenos, peppers, meatballs, salami and even roast potatoes. Hidden away at the bottom end of Great George Street, hunt it out and youll find a very sharply designed dining room, full of typical Nordic elegance.
Last year, it came 19th in the National Restaurants Awards top 100. Its a Korean barbecue restaurant, stylishly decorated with leather booths that come complete with a grill built in to your table. Peruse collaborations such as a grapefruit sour with Square Root, and the Buxton Brewerys dark, malty Smoked Imperial Stout (also reduced into a syrup to make a smoky old fashioned), or choose from a fridge of guest beers in colourful cans. This calm, contemporary glass-fronted space at Leeds Dock (also pictured above) is a hangout for local chefs and business owners on their days off.
You can pick from nine options, all starting with Italian Caputo flour and San Marzano tomatoes, before adding a raft of toppings. It often flies under the radar, but Dill & Bay is a foodie gem lying in wait in the heart of Rothwell. Select your Leeds United starting XI for final game of Australia tour vs Crystal Palace, Put yourself in Jesse Marsch's shoes and choose the starting XI that you think would fare best in Leeds' penultimate pre-season friendly against Crystal Palace, Liz Truss storms ahead of Rishi Sunak in Tory leadership candidate race, poll suggests, The battle to become the next Conservative leader has been whittled down to just two candidates, Woman in campervan dies in horror crash on the M1 near Leeds, The M1 was closed for nearly 10 hours due to the collision, Famous butcher Malcolm Michaels becomes 'best looking granddad in Leeds', Malcolm Leary spoke of the 'unbelievable' moment he held his first grandson in his arms, Liz Truss ambushed by badger cull protesters at Tory leadership hustings event, The Foreign Secretary oversaw the culling of the animals in a previous Cabinet role, Leeds United Australia diary day 10: Perth Zoo, driving rain and bouncing breweries, The Whites are in Perth for the third and final game of their pre-season tour of Australia, Newly-single Helen Skelton looking happy as she stuns summer party in 780 thigh-split dress, Helen has spoke about her her big planes for her 40th birthday next year, Leeds United transfer news LIVE: Newcastle United make Jack Harrison 'bid', Follow all of the latest Leeds United transfer news, gossip and done deals as they happen. Refined tasting menus, bottomless brunch and a killer Sunday lunch make this a must for foodies. The line between charming bar and rustic restaurant is blurred at The Reliance, but the dual-aspect is something to celebrate, especially here. The venue itself feels more like a hip hangout than a stuffy dining room and its the perfect place to explore their menu of fuss-free farm-to-fork goodness. Try the onion bhajis: aromatic with garam masala and ajwain, filled with lush onion and cauliflower, the batter lifted by threads of spinach. Authentic Chinese and Szechuan dishes include pan-fried whole sea bass topped with chilli mince pork, sweet, spicy kung pao chicken with crunchy peanuts and plenty of lip-smacking Szechuan peppercorns, and fried rice studded with pieces of Chinese sausage and seasonal vegetables. They'd pass Paul and Prue's judgement on Bake Off - with a firm top and a melting inside. Our guide includes new openings in Leeds, award-winners and some venues with great stories, Get the latest news from all parts of our city - sign up for our free email newsletter. Oscar Akgul and Osman Dogan will be bringing their steak restaurant The Cut & Craft to Leeds city centre later this year after enjoying success in York. This is a traditional Italian restaurant that serves classic dishes with modern touches served in stylish surrounds. Youll be ramen it home!
Eat Your Greens, 42 New York Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7DY. Theres no doubt The Swine That Dines is one of the best independent restaurants in Leeds. Meat is Dead sits right on Kirkstall Road in Burley with big windows and a colourful, industrial-chic indoors complete with mountains drawn on the walls. Their menu is loaded with Thai classics youll know and love jump into a Jungle Curry, wolf down a Weeping Tiger and polish off a Pad Thai. Click here to read Tony Naylor's full review of Bundobust, Leeds. Five decades later, Salvos remains one of the most popular and well regarded restaurants in Yorkshire.
They like to play it down, but their inventive approach to flavours, ingredients and combinations makes any visit a culinary education. What was Fettle, is now FINT, and its the natural evolution of this incredible Leeds cafe-cum-restaurants love affair with Scandinavia. Theres nothing ill-tempered about Grumpys. It gives you the chance to explore dishes you wouldnt otherwise come across. Another award-winner to feature on our list. The menu promises a smattering of curried bliss, which is best sampled with one of their Thalis, a mixed platter of two curries, salad, cumin rice, pickles and roti, but their Kirkstall Road home offers even more delights. 12 Church Lane, Swillington, Leeds, LS26 8DX. With no curry option, or meat, Bundobust is a world away from old-school curry houses, but dishes such as vada pav (a fried spicy mashed potato ball served in a brioche bun) and bundo chaat (a samosa of pastry, turmeric noodles, yogurt and tamarind chutney) have gained cult status. How?
231-239 Kirkstall Rd, Burley, Leeds, LS4 2AS. Because it matters more, and thats evident in everything they do. Baristas use geeky coffee equipment to bring out the best of the beans delicate Ethipioan coffee is dripped through a Kalita filter and served in a glass carafe, and the toffee notes of the Colombian batch brew is blasted out of a huge jet on the counter. Leeds food and drink scene has evolved over the years, adapting to the citys diversity, and it now boasts some of the best independent places to eat and drink in the country. Its forward-thinking food, whether youre trying her duck heart stew doughnut with mushroom caramel or the roasted turbot with chervil root. Although vegetarian options are limited, the side dishes are all innovative and vegetable-based: try brussels sprouts with bacon and cured egg yolk, coal-roasted beetroot with muscovado walnuts, or kale with chard, cider and golden raisins.
Yorkshire Cull Yow loin chop with grilled onion and black garlic sits alongside Grilled Cornish pollack with cauliflower and horseradish sauce. Wines are curated with the utmost care. Dont leave without trying the four-cheese buttermilk scones, made with rye flour to really hold the Parmesan, Red Leicester, Cheddar and cream cheese (and served warm, with proper butter made using acorn dairy milk from the Yorkshire Dales). It is famed for its cocktails but they also do offer rotating food menus. To get the latest email updates from LeedsLive, click here. You can unsubscribe at any time. If you like a bit of secrecy and indulgence then this is the place for you. Take the Renata Pizzulin Clagnis as an example, a subtly spiced, fruity Italian red wine made by a couple as a weekend project in the northeastern Friuli region of Italy. Download the LeedsLive app - You can download our free app for iPhone and iPad from the Apple App Store, or get the Android version from Google Play.
But the real star of the show is their evening menu, which allows you to dine on delicious plates like Yorkshire-reared venison haunch with roast artichoke fricassee, savoy cabbage, smoked bacon and redcurrant sauce. The focal point is the Grillworks grill imported from Michigan its used to cook everything from hanger steak to guinea fowl, hake and razor clams. The menu boasts a host of Indian street food delights. Meat is Dead specialises in a number of small plates, all completely plant-based, they're offered from lunch time throughout the evening. Menus ebb and flow with the seasons, but you can be sure of great produce turned into exquisite dishes it could be Duo of Lamb, it could be handmade pies, it could even be their epic Sunday lunch. The brainchild of Jo and Stu Myers, this North Street gem may look like a charming, local cafe, but in fact its a fine-dining paradise. With its cool canteen vibe, light wood tables and exposed brickwork, Sarto might not feel like your traditional pasta spot, but this out-of-the-way gem serves up some of the best in Leeds. The Collective Incorporated is a working showroom where customers can take their experience home. If you want in on the action, request one of the chefs table seats at the hatch that gives you a view into the open kitchen. 115 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3PX. Co-Director of The Collective Incorporated, Ellen Pryce previously said: We wanted to create a feast for the eyes as well as offering a space where people could refuel with some incredible food and drinks. It doesnt matter if youre at their Kirkgate Market stall or Kirkstall Road cafe, Manjits Kitchen is a Leeds indie institution. Salt cod with pickled peppers, black olive and potato followed by duck leg, turnip, kale and prune this is uncomplicated cooking done spectacularly in an unpretentious setting. Nonnas polpette and spaghetti; rabbit, pancetta, white wine and potatoes; and almond and raspberry polenta cake these are just three reasons why locals flock to Zucco, tucked away in one of the leafier suburbs of Leeds. "Absolutely beautiful, lovely service, really good food, can't wait to go back." Leeds restaurant Shears Yard was named one of the 10 best places in the UK for a roast dinner. This definitely somewhere to visit if you are after a unique experience. Start with or share a bunch of small plates, from the gravy-covered poutine to the mushroom arancini, though your attention could be taken by the globe-trotting mains. Grumpys, 2 Old Combing, Sunnybank Mills, Farsley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS28 5UJ. Why not try one of the fantastic independently-run eateries in Leeds- this is our list of the top independent restaurants and places to eat in Leeds, according to Google Reviews. Rated as TripAdvisor's best restaurant in Leeds you can expect the very best at the Myrtle Tavern with the venue having an army of fans. Hot poached lamb in chilli oil or marinated jellyfish with shredded Chinese leaf? Your palate is at the behest of genius. Copyright Leeds-List 2022 by Corvin Pamp. Celebs love Archies with comedian Kevin Hart, rapper The Game, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather having all been pictured at their Instagrammable restaurants. Spiced lamb leg and native oysters with kimchi sit alongside roast red Jerusalem artichokes and spiced cauliflower.
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Their carefully concocted bowls of steaming Japanese joy make it a must for ramen lovers the Original Fu is their classic, but if you want to see them finesse, try the luminously Green Ramen, a veg-packed joy. Treat yourself to a slice of their achingly-good almond polenta cake. Try our vibrant veggie dishes, from meat-free lasagne to vegetable curry and vegetarian chilli, Try our comforting classics and showstopping twists, from chocolate fudge cake to custard tarts and quick brownies. "Great food, great decor, great atmosphere, great staff and great prices."
Its the classics, as French cooking should be, done well.
Small dishes include spicy 'nduja on sourdough toast with cornichons, traditional Spanish anchovies, and ham hock and black pudding terrine. On opening in Victoria Gate, the new venue promised to bring the 'best brownies ever' to Leeds. Its laden with soul and each plate takes you on a culinary journey around this famous foodie country. To find out more about whats on in Leeds and Yorkshire visit our Best in Leeds Facebook page.
Take a trip to sunny Mexico City without ever leaving the city with a meal at Lupes Cantina. Its 10-course tasting menu, alongside a five-course option available Thursday to Saturday lunchtimes, follows the seasons to showcase British produce. The business was founded by the Rafiq brothers from Manchester who loved the film License to Drive so they brought it alive. Its not meat-free, but theres a real focus on using good quality, organic produce with an abundance of veg-based dishes. Buon apps, indeed. Grab a table if you can!