And that's why we feel so heartbroken when one of our favourite eateries suddenly shuts down. Here are Leeds restaurants we truly loved before their untimely closures. These photos are sure to evoke memories for a generation of foodies who will remember these restaurants from back in the day. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
7. Simply Heathcotes, Canal Wharf
Located in a converted grain warehouse diners were treated to idyllic water views across the Leeds and Liverpool Canal back in the mid-2000s. And the chicken was to die for. | other Photo: Paul Sutcliffe
8. The Olive Press
Simple 'rustic' italian food done well. It's beautiful location on Canal Wharf made for some scenic meals. | jpimedia Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
9. Anthony's, Boar Lane
Opened by precocious, then-24-year-old, Anthony Flinn in March 2004, it attracted immediate and almost universal critical acclaim and quickly established itself as the jewel in the citys culinary crown. Specialised in molecular gastronomy. | jpimedia
10. Piazza by Anthony, Corn Exchange
Chef Anthony Flinn introduced a 118-cover brassiere-style restaurant, cocktail bar, private dining rooms, cafe and specialist food outlets including a bakery, patisserie chocolate shop, cheese shop and donut shop. Closed in 2013. | Jonathan Gawthorpe Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
11. Leodis, Sovereign Street
Popular with the ultra-trendies during the early 2000s, the red brick, polished wood and glass give this brasserie a chic city feel. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
12. Hansa's, North Street
Hansa and Kishor Dabhi retired in 2019 after 33 years at the helm of what is thought to be the city's longest running independent Indian restaurant. | Gary Longbottom Photo: Gary Longbottom