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"What: This trendy New York style rooftop bar and restaurant is a great spot in which to start the weekend, particularly when you factor in its fantastic bottomless brunch. Here you can feast on the likes of avocado on toast, eggs cooked in various ways, and burgers, all while enjoying free-flowing bubbly or Bloody Marys for 90 minutes. It’s worth noting that East 59th’s weekend bottomless brunch is popular with groups and parties, so it’s best to book ahead.Where: East 59th, 47 Victoria Gate, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 7AU"
"This summer will bring another rooftop dining destination to the city in the form of this glamourous Manhattan-style bar and grill opening in Victoria Gate in July. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining from the delicious US-themed menu, along with indulgent brunches, and bask in an authentic taste of New York in the heart of Leeds. Visit: 46 Victoria Street, LS2 7AU"
"Imagine, you’re sat up at the top of the Trinity Centre in a room surrounded by glass windows at night, with a cocktail in your hand and a beautiful panoramic view of the whole city. That’s what you’ll find in Angelica. Mixing modern day architecture and a pewter bar with a bright and airy design they act as one of the best cocktail destinations in Leeds."
"Angelica is home to one of the most spectacular roof terraces in Leeds. South-facing, this outdoor area offers breathtaking views over the city. It’s vast and spacious, so maintaining social distancing is a doddle, and when the air cools, there are blankets and plenty of outdoor heaters."
"Headrow House has dominated the outdoor seating arena in Leeds, with a spacious second-floor roof terrace with plenty of seating and sprawling views. Headrow House is known for its creative decor, a wide variety of drinks including an array of craft beers, and an ample and diverse food menu. As a former textile mill, this vast venue is also the perfect spot to catch frequent live gigs and music events."
"There’s not one, but two roof terraces to choose from at Headrow House. They’re both massive, so you’ll never struggle to socially distance. The upper terrace, Kennedy Meadows, offers incredible views across the city’s rooftops, while the lower terrace has plenty of cosy corners to settle down in."
"A former textile mill and one-time grotty dive pub, the historic building that now houses Headrow House was given a hefty makeover to transform it into the four-floor nightlife venue it is today."
"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."
"Water Lane Boathouse is the perfect place to enjoy a few drinks outside in Leeds. Waterfront location, giant beer garden and local breweries on tap make it a surefire winner. There’s plenty of room to settle down on their picnic tables that overlook the River Aire."
"Water Lane, Leeds LS11 5PSOverlooking Granary Wharf and the Leeds & Liverpool canal, Water Lane Boathouse serve an easy menu, with vegan pizzas and salad bowls."
"Set on the first floor of the Pinnacle Building in the heart of Leeds, big and little diners alike are welcomed into the rather opulent restaurant, complete with deep-set sofas, quirky dining furniture and even a covered terrace for when you want to bring the outdoors indoors (it’s surrounded by glass, so no worries here). The food is simpler though, with favourites like fish fingers, chicken lollipops and fruit sundaes all making welcome appearances. Ice cream on the terrace?"
"What: With branches now open all over the UK, Cosy Club continues to offer up crowd-pleasing brasserie-style food in theatrically decorated rooms and this is exactly what you get at the Leeds outpost. The brunch menu is available all the way until 5pm and includes ham hock hash served with a fried egg and breakfast gravy, and a delicious take on a shakshuka.Where: 53 Albion Street, LS1 5AA"
"What: Cosy Club is known around the UK for its eclectically decorated dining rooms and this Leeds outpost is no different. The menu is just as quirky as the space, with a few less than conventional breakfast dishes found among the more traditional fare. Play it safe with a smoked bacon sandwich or try something new with the Middle Eastern dish of shakshuka."
"Nightrain, 7-19 Queensgate, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1RB - Visit now. Nightrain is a rock bar and live music venue in the heart of Bradford city centre. Live music can be enjoyed every weekend, along with a jukebox, pool and darts."
"Adjoined with The Chopping Block upstairs which serves traditional French dishes made with the best locally sourced produce. The downstairs Ale House reflects a similar flare for their love of all things local. A traditional ale bar stocked with Yorkshire produced cask and keg beers; they pride themselves on their huge selection of craft ale."
"Punk Vegan is another of the best vegan cafes in Leeds for any junk food lovers out there. Punk are experts at burgers, nachos, and loaded fries, as well as a ton of other dishes. The café is very rustic and is decorated with plants and wood panelling, adding to the cosy vibe of the place."
"Humpit are hummus experts and they serve up their delicious homemade recipe by the bowlful at the Corn Exchange. Have it the traditional way with whole chickpeas and warm pitta to dip in or load your bowl with a variety of toppings – there’s falafel, salsa, pickles, fresh salad leaves and spiced mushrooms, to name just a few. If you don’t have time to sit and dip, you can get the same tasty ingredients packed into a pitta that’s easy to eat on the go."
"This is the first hummus and pita bar to arrive in Leeds, and it’s entirely vegan. Humpit serves up a tasty falafel with an assortment of toppings, such as tahini, salsa, pine nuts and various tasty veggies. For reasonably priced, fast and filling falafel, this is the place."
"This humble food stall amid the grandeur of the old Corn Exchange serves hummus with pitta bread (hence the name, hum-pit), plus falafel, all freshly made every day...."
"the service was super friendly, it made sure you had a great time and got everything you need, not so expensive and a fair price especially since the food was AMAZING!. the food was great, seriously it was like a dream come true, it was heaven and the food was just the best part. the interior was gorgeous and it had a nice calming aesthetic, the menu had a lot of food and drinks and the day we went they had “no pizza” but it didn’t bug us and we ordered some other delicious food!"
"Zizzi restaurants are passionate about simple Italian cookery. Whether it's pizza or pasta, salads or risotto, or carne and pesce (meat and fish), each dish is prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients - from the popular classics to Zizzi's own…"
"If you’re in need of a quick sushi fix to take away, make a beeline for Wasabi. They have a wide and varied selection for you to choose from, including hosomaki, gunkan and futomaki. Each roll is packed full of the finest fresh fish, so you can enjoy melt-in-the-mouth Scottish salmon and sustainably-caught yellow fin tuna."
"If you’re a huge fan of curry, this is the place to check out. Jorvik Spice is best known for being a curry house as they are said to serve some of the best curries in town. The restaurant also offers other Indian cuisines, particularly of Bengali origin, which is perfect for foodies who are both hungry and extra adventurous."
"17/04/2021: ordered chicken shawarma with chips, chips were decent but the chicken tasted of mint sauce, completely ruined my night. pizzachickencheesemeatgarlic"