Sneak peak at what's on the menu for a revamped Leeds restaurant

The new name and the new look for one of Leeds’ most popular restaurants has been unveiled today - with a launch date.

‘Matt Healy at The Foundry’ will open on Friday May 4 after the runner-up in BBC’s MasterChef: The Professionals announced last month that he was taking over the business.

The old restaurant, which had been a staple on the food scene since 2005, has now closed and a refresh of the Grade II listed building is underway staying true to The Foundry’s past, while bringing it up to date.

The new modern exterior.

Owner and head chef Matt Healy said: “We’re so excited to give people a peek of what’s to come. The team has been hard at work creating an identity that really reflects what we’re offering: good, honest food.

“We’re creating a refined menu of incredible dishes, but I’m a typical Yorkshire lad at heart and those who know me know my choice of language in the kitchen can be a little bit rough around the edges.“So, the tongue-in-cheek ‘food to swear by’ messaging we’re using is the perfect nod to what the restaurant will offer.”

There is an outdoor terrace and front of house will be led by Iain Silver previously of Pintura and Blackhouse.