Whether you've got a craving for spicy street food or a creamy Korma, there is plenty to suit everyone's taste. As restaurants spring back to life, we've rounded up 10 of the best Indian restaurants and curry houses in Leeds. Is your favourite on the list?
1. Bengal Brasserie
Bengal Brasserie’s four Leeds curry houses are consistently ranked the best Indian restaurants in the city by TripAdvisor reviewers. Reviews praised the small chain's excellent service, delicious curries and relaxed atmosphere. Expect favourites such as Jalfrezi, tandoori chicken and vegetable biryani on the menu.
2. Mumtaz
Dubbed ‘the most Instagrammable restaurant in Leeds’, Mumtaz boasts beautiful decor with a waterfront view over Leeds Dock. It’s a family-run restaurant with plenty of choice on the menu, including butter chicken, lamb samosas, prawn makhani and even an Italian section.
3. Tharavadu
Tharavadu, on Mill Hill, is the only Indian restaurant in Leeds to feature on the Michelin-recommended guide. There’s an extensive menu with colourful Keralan specialities and refined street food. Michelin praised the swift, friendly service and recommended trying the dosas.
4. Manjit's Kitchen
Launched as a home delivery business in 2010 by Leeds local Manjit Kaur and her husband Michael Jameson, their brand of vegetarian Punjabi street food has become a hit. The permanent Kirkstall Road site offers a twist on street food dishes - including paneer tikka, salt and pepper chickpea fries and a vegan chaat burger.
5. Bundobust
Bundobust offers authentic Indian street food in a relaxed atmosphere, with craft beers to wash down the spice. The vegetarian menu is perfect for sharing - an Indian twist on tapas. You can order every dish on the menu, which feeds six people, for £78.
6. De Baga
Goan restaurant De Baga offers casual fine-dining in the heart of Headingley. The menu is centred around rice, seafood, coconut, vegetables and chicken - seasoned with traditional Goan spices.