New Mexican restaurant Madre to open in Leeds city centre next week
An acclaimed Mexican restaurant is arriving in Leeds next week.
On April 17, Manchester-based Madre will bring the flavours and energy of Mexico City to Wellington Place in the city centre.
By day, Madre is a laid-back space designed for lunches and relaxed afternoons. By night, it transforms into a modern Mexican restaurant, serving a menu that celebrates the breadth of the country’s cuisine.
Guests can indulge in rich Oaxacan-inspired moles and salsas, Baja-style mariscos, and Sonoran grilled meats, all set in an atmosphere built for “big energy and good times”.
At the heart of Madre is the Mexican tradition of sobremesa: lingering at the table long after the meal has finished, enjoying good drinks and company - a philosophy that the owners say has earned the restaurant a “loyal following and critical acclaim” across the North.
Drawing inspiration from his extensive travels across Mexico, co-founder Sam Grainger said: “Mexico is alive with passionate artisans and cooks, mastering everything from street tacos to regional delicacies. It’s a world where traditions blend and evolve, and we’ve built that ethos into the heart of Madre.”
Situated in the heart of Wellington Place, Madre will also offer a range of midweek lunches, with lunch combos priced at £15 per person. These include tacos served in pairs, a side, and a drink.
Taco Tuesday - a favourite at the Manchester branch - will also be heading to Leeds. Launching on Cinco de Mayo (May 5), it will run every Tuesday thereafter, offering guests two-for-one tacos all day.
Madre is situated just a few minutes from its sister venue, the tequila and sports bar Salon Madre, which launched on Wellington Street in February. You can read our reviewer’s thoughts on the venue here.