Arts Café Leeds closes down after 25 years on Call Lane

The restaurant and café bar on Call Lane was a stalwart favourite of the city's independent food and drink scene and a popular spot for lunch and weekend brunch.

Announcing the closure in December, Arts thanked diners for their support before the café closed its doors permanently on February 1.

A new venue is set to takeover the city centre spot and will be announced this spring.

In statement released online, Arts said: "After 25 incredible years, it's time to say a heartfelt goodbye to ours and Call Lane's long standing Arts Café - and turn the page to a new chapter.

"We'd like to say a massive thank you to everyone who has entered our doors and dined with us throughout the years - and to all the staff and chefs for their hard work throughout.

"This spring, the venue will be turned into a brand new, exciting concept, bringing more life to one of the city's most popular streets."

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