If you needed an excuse to get out and about this winter, check out some of the best new food and drink openings around the area.
Tori Nori | City Centre | Open now
From the team behind Fern Modern Sushi comes Tori Nori – a new modern Japanese bar and grill created by the extremely talented chef Fern. The Japanese grill features robata-style dining, a traditional method of cooking over hot charcoal. Authentic flavours, grilled skewers, affordable, and delicious – what’s not to love?
On Instagram @torinori_leeds
Bagel and Bun | Kirkgate Market | Open now
The newest addition to Kirkgate Market is Bagel and Bun which is serving up delicious bagels, salads, milkshakes, coffee, and smoothies. With fresh, tasty bagels ranging from a chicken Caesar to a flavour packed falafel and hummus veggie offering, there’s something for everyone to sink their teeth into! Wash it down with an iced coffee, freshly made smoothie, or delectable milkshake.
On Instagram @bagelandbun
Vinyl Grounds | City Centre | Open now
Taking over the former Brownhill and Co site, Vinyl Grounds is a new day-to-night venue that combines coffee, wine, and vinyl. During the day, Vinyl Grounds will be a place to work or sit back and relax with friends while enjoying a coffee or matcha and by night, the space will transform into a buzzing bar serving wine and cocktails.
On Instagram @vinyl_grounds
Café 17 | Moortown | Open now
Moortown’s latest foodie offering is Café 17 – a space that’s passionate about serving quality food and coffee and creating a warm and inclusive community atmosphere. There’s plenty on the menu to delight that are crafted from the highest quality ingredients, ranging from traditional full English breakfasts (veggie options included) to a delectable Wagyu beef burger. The venue also offers private event booking – ideal for parties, meetings, and special occasions – with a range of tailored catering options to suit.
Cafe17.co.uk
The Savvy Baker | Trinity | Coming soon
Savannah Roqaa, the Roundhay-based baker who is famed for her indulgent brownies and blondies with a loyal online following, will be opening a brand-new permanent home in Trinity Leeds. A major highlight of the new store will be the dedicated matcha bar – the brand’s best-selling drink – where customers can watch baristas craft each cup fresh to order. Alongside this, the menu features Savannah’s signature gooey hand-baked brownies and cookies, which will be freshly prepared on-site, along with an array of hot and iced drinks.
Thesavvybaker.co.uk
Dough Club | Burley Road | Coming soon
Manchester-based Detroit-style pizzeria Dough Club is planning to open up shop on Burley Road! According to its website, Dough Club is where “flavour meets affordability” and it believes that “everyone deserves a delicious, high-quality pizza experience without breaking the bank”. Its menu features a variety of mouth-watering Detroit pizzas, from a classic to margherita to innovative new flavours, including a butter chicken style pie.
Doughclub.co.uk
