Leeds is home to so many fantastic businesses. Owners often speak of the industry being like a family.
And it’s evident why other businesses have set their eyes on opening sites in our vibrant city.
We have rounded up 9 of the best new businesses set to open in Leeds this year.
On the list, there’s a wildly popular Thai chain set to take over a former bank as well as a Leeds-favourite restaurant which is looking to move to a bigger site this year.
1. Behind Closed Doors
'Naughty' speakeasy Behind Closed Doors is set to open on Call Lane this August, taking over the former Wire nightclub venue. | Behind Closed Doors Photo: Behind Closed Doors
2. Giggling Squid
Thai restaurant Giggling Squid has taken over the former Royal Bank of Scotland building on Park Row, Leeds city centre. | Google Photo: Google
3. NQ64
Manchester gaming bar NQ64 is set to open its first site in Leeds this August. | NQ64 Photo: NQ64
4. The Swine That Dines
The Swine That Dines, in North Street, is set to move to a larger venue nearby later this year. It launched a Crowdfunder to get the project over the line. | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
5. German Doner Kebab
German Doner Kebab announced it will be launching at the White Rose Shopping Centre earlier this year. | GDK/NW Photo: GDK/NW
6. Ecti Mehmet
Turkish steak and burger restaurant Ecti Mehmet Leeds will open on Eastgate this summer. | Etci Mehmet Photo: Etci Mehmet