I tried one of Leeds' most talked-about sandwich spots - and found my lunch break winner

There are days at work when the idea of leaving the desk for lunch feels like an impossible luxury.

The inbox is already stacked, the afternoon is looking no quieter and, sometimes, the best option is simply to grab a sandwich and eat with colleagues while trying to get a moment to recharge.

That doesn’t mean lunch has to be boring, though, especially when Granny G’s is involved.

Located inside Green Room, Granny G’s is already proving to be a busy and welcome addition to what is an increasingly impressive offering.

The kitchen was full of energy when we visited, with a steady flow of orders heading out and plenty of people enjoying their food around us. It is easy to see why the place is attracting attention.

The sandwiches are all made using fresh tiger loaf, which is always a winner for me. There is something about that slightly crisp crust and soft, airy middle that makes a sandwich feel like a proper meal, rather than something grabbed as an afterthought.

One of the most popular fillings is the OG chicken parm - an everything bagel chicken cutlet, marinara sauce, mozzarella, house pesto, basil, parmesan, and an extra-virgin olive oil drizzle.

There’s also plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans, including the veggie deli sub with roast aubergine and marinated courgette.

We tried two options, both of which arrived looking generous and packed with filling.

First up was the meatball sub, which delivered exactly what you want from this kind of sandwich. The meatballs were juicy and full of flavour, covered in a rich, saucy filling with plenty of cheese bringing everything together. Both the provolone and the parmesan bringing the flavour medley together.

It was messy in the best possible way, requiring a little care to eat but rewarding every bite. A proper comfort-food sandwich that certainly did the job.

The standout for me, however, was the shrimp po’ boy. The shrimp were beautifully cooked, with a satisfying crunch and a tangy flavour that kept every mouthful interesting. The hot sauce brought a gentle warmth on the finish, rather than overpowering the rest of the sandwich, and the balance between the filling, sauce and bread was spot on.

It was the kind of sandwich that made me pause the conversation for a moment just to enjoy it.

At £13 and £14 respectively, these are not the cheapest sandwiches in Leeds, but both were substantial enough to share and left us feeling full and recharged.

Considering the size and quality, they made for a worthwhile lunch, particularly when the alternative might have been something far less satisfying eaten hurriedly at a desk.

The service was bright and friendly, and despite the obvious pace of the kitchen, there was no sense that quality had been sacrificed to keep up with demand.

It was clear that care had gone into the sandwiches, something that seemed to be reflected by the busy tables at Green Room, where everyone appeared to be enjoying their food just as much as we were.

Factfile

Address: Inside Green Room, 36 Wellington Street, Leeds, LS1 2DE

Opening hours: Mon-Fri, 11am-3pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm

Scores

Food: 9

Value: 8

Atmosphere: 9

Service: 9