Pranzo Italian has opened its doors in the heart of Horsforth after a three month and £350,000 investment to turn a former bank building into an authentic Italian dining space that is contemporary in design yet cosy and welcoming. Your YEP enjoyed a look inside what the Town Street eaterie has to offer. READ MORE: 'First of its kind' Indian sweet shop to open in Leeds YEP NEWSLETTERS: Get the latest on all of the news from across Leeds sent directly to your inbox with our free daily email
1. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
Pranzo Italian Horsforth specialises in serving homemade pasta. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
2. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
It has taken three months and a £350,000 investment to turn the former bank building into an authentic Italian dining space. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
3. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
The restaurant will be open seven days a week. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
4. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
“I’ve wanted to open a restaurant in Horsforth for a while," said chef and owner Marco Greco. "It is a fantastic town, everyone has been so friendly while we’ve been completing the renovation work.” Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
5. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
The restaurant will employ around 35 people. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Pranzo Italian Horsforth
And as part of their training they will learn about the Pranzo story and Marco’s family history. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe