From a new cafe and bar in Chapel Allerton launched by a 22-year-old entrepreneur, to a glamorous city centre restaurant merging five south Indian cuisines, a number of new food and drink businesses have made Leeds their home this summer.
We’ve had new shops, luxury salons and independent gyms, too – and even a Greggs cafe in Primark. And there’s more new openings on the way as the summer comes to a close, including a brunch spot that’s already popular in Harrogate.
Here are 27 exciting new businesses that have opened in Leeds this summer, or are opening very soon.
13. Slim Chickens
This popular American restaurant chain serving hand-breaded chicken tenders has landed in Trinity Leeds, following its success across the country. The menu includes tenders and wings, sandwiches and wraps, salad and sides with 14 dipping sauces. Photo: Slim Chickens
14. Paria
Online cyclewear brand Paria has opened its first bricks-and-mortar shop and cafe in Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton. The brand’s founder, Leeds entrepreneur and cycling enthusiast Sam Morgan (pictured), launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Paria store earlier this year. The shop stock a range of apparel for both on and off the bike, as well as serving hot drinks, smoothies and healthy snacks. Photo: James Hardisty
15. TADA
This Japanese restaurant serving sushi, ramen and funky cocktails is now open in Otley Road, Headingley. Split over two floors, TADA offers a traditional sushi bar downstairs, with the first floor housing a Japanese dining room serving ramen, yakitori skewers and more, as well as cocktails, sake and Japanese whiskey. Pictured are the founders Thomas Chiang and Katlin Akerman. Photo: James Hardisty
16. Bricklebank's Cafe and Bar
22-year-old entrepreneur Adam Bricklebank opened his first cafe, restaurant and bar in Stainbeck Lane, Chapel Allerton, at the end of July. Adam already has years of experience in the hospitality industry under his belt, getting his first job as a pot wash when he was just 14. Photo: Tony Johnson
17. Trissur Poroam
Newly opened in Kirkstall Road is Trissur Pooram, named after the annual Hindu temple festival in Kerala. A family-run south Indian restaurant, its owners have recently relocated to Leeds from London, taking over the former vegan restaurant Meat Is Dead. Photo: James Hardisty
18. Power Gym Guiseley
A new gym that promises to “transform the way our community approaches health and wellness" has opened its doors in north Leeds. The Bradford Road gym offers a holistic approach to fitness with personal training in small groups, tailoring each member's fitness journey to their individual needs, goals, and preferences. Photo: Simon Hulme