Cheap Places to Eat in East Ardsley

"Tharavadu is a Malayalam word which roughly translates into “keeping traditions alive”. This is the idea that is at the very heart of this ever popular south Indian inspired restaurant. Regularly cited as one of the most unique restaurants in Leeds, it has a vast array of choices on the menu and is well regarded for its unusual dishes, such as crab in coconut, fried lentil doughnuts and toffee steamed rice cakes!"

"7-8 Mill Hill, Leeds LS 15DQTharavadu’s South-Indian menu is a delight, and the venue always books up quickly. Their well-labelled menu includes plenty of labelled vegan dishes, including dosa and thali."

"Sitting on the banks of the River Aire, Water Lane Boathouse has gone to great lengths to get the best gin they can find. They have a wide range of well-known names, each of which have their own tonic and garnish. Try Pink Rives with Mediterranean tonic, strawberry and basil or Caorunn with tonic, red apple and raspberries – they’re perfect for sitting out in that impressive waterside beer garden under the sunshine."

"If you're looking to escape the chaos of the city centre, head to Water Lane Boathouse, the gorgeous pub that's located on the banks of Leeds' Canal Wharf. Watch narrowboats float by as you tuck into a selection of hearty burgers and stone-baked pizzas."

"With a range of craft beers from all over the UK, Water Lane Boathouse knows a thing or two about ice-cold summer sips. Perched on the edge of the canal, this gorgeous space is the perfect place to soak up a few rays with a pint in hand."

"You’ll find two Opposite cafes in Leeds, each ready and waiting to give you a tasty caffeine boost. One sip of their Square Mile, Grumpy Mule or North Star coffees, which they change up on a regular basis, will show you why they’re considered one of the leaders of the indie coffee shop revolution. So whether you’re after a latte, a cappuccino or something a little stronger, nip into one of their cafes for a mighty fine brew and a bite to eat."

"Opposite Café’s name refers to its original location, situated directly opposite Leeds University’s Parkinson building. If you don’t fancy hanging out with students, there’s also a branch in the Victoria Quarter where you can sample their delicious homemade food and impressive selection of Fairtrade coffee. The perfect place to head for lunch, their menu focuses on sandwiches, Paninis and soups for fuss-free meals."

"Home to two locations in the city, with one across from the University of Leeds and the other in the sophisticated setting of the Victoria Quarter, this much-loved haunt is renowned for its seasonal espresso and single origin filter coffees, and homemade chocolate brownies. Visit: 26 Blenheim Terrace, LS2 9HD / Victoria Quarter, Queen Victoria Street, LS1 6AZ - oppositecafe.co.uk"

"The Leeds independent start up venture Get Baked, that delivered sweet treats to your door and was much loved by students. It has now opened up it’s first restaurant called The Joint with much success. If you like things deep fried and delicious then this is the place to go – especially since they have an all you can eat pancake deal."

"721 Leeds Road, Bradford BD3 8LL, EnglandTakeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair AccessibleSeafood, Fast Food, British, Vegetarian Friendly, Halal, Gluten Free OptionsLunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night+44 1274 952222"

"Rodley Nature Reserve is a nature reserve dedicated to bringing wetland wildlife back in the area of Leeds. With regular sightings of different birds like owls, kingfishers, kestrels, lapwings and many others, you would certainly enjoy traversing the different paths that they have and be closer to nature through the amazing sights that they offer. A hidden gem, this wetland reserve can be considered a haven that offers a relaxing tour and walks around the area."

"This fabulous wetland, surrounded on three sides by the River Aire, can be found west of Leeds. The car park is located off the A657."

"Shambles Market is a long-established outdoor city centre market open 7 days a week selling local produce, crafts & clothing, as well as serving up some impressive lunchtime street food. Enjoy a slice of authentic Italian homemade pizza from Pizzoli’s or pick out a tasty pastry from Café M and watch the world go by. If you’re on a health kick and need some fast healthy food, look no further, KERP serves up some of the freshest produce around."

"*Unless you get tempted and end up buying lots of lovely things!. See where we get most of our ingredients from:  Ye Olde Pie Shoppe on the Shambles provide us with sausages, but Chris also loves their pork pies (Chris’ favourite is the chilli one!); we get drinks from Hebden Teas also on The Shambles. Then on the Market itself we get meat from Swains butchers, and fish from Cross of York."

"Lotte Inch Gallery first came to York in 2012 in the form of a pop-up art gallery space – but many glorious years later and after several small pop-up exhibitions, the gallery moved from its previous space near York Minster to its current location in bustling 14 Bootham. The eponymous Lotte comes from a background in Art History and Heritage, having worked for The National Trust; Scampston Hall and Gardens; and The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery at The University of Leeds, amongst others – making her a mastermind when it comes to art. The gallery is the ideal place to discover new artists, designers and makers, alongside established names and figures, hoping to be a “welcoming and inclusive place with a regularly changing programme of exhibitions."

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"Craft beer connoisseurs BrewDog are combining their hoppy sips with old-school games at their North Street bar. As well as boasting 36 draught lines and a delicious menu of pizza, salad and sharing platters, the quirky restaurant also has a number of shuffleboards for those of you looking for a little friendly competition."

"You may not suspect it from the outside, but North Street's BrewDog is one of Leeds' best cool and quirky bars. The dons of craft beer have a massive 36 draft lines for all your drinking needs, as well as arcade machines, pinball and shuffleboard tables for those of you fancying a little friendly competition."