In July of 1982, Leeds already enjoyed food from around the world and Greek restaurant Scorpio's Taverna, on Merrion Way before it was revamped, was part of that offering.placeholder image
In July of 1982, Leeds already enjoyed food from around the world and Greek restaurant Scorpio's Taverna, on Merrion Way before it was revamped, was part of that offering. | YPN

Mouth-watering memories of Leeds restaurants in the 1980s

These wonderful photo serve up a mouth-watering selection of memories from Leeds restaurants in the 1980s.

City centre eateries as well as restaurants from the suburbs including Wortley, Roundhay and Rodley are all featured in this gallery from a decade where discerning diners were spolt for choice. Which of these restaurants did you visit? And which was your favourite? READ MORE: 29 Leeds restaurants you may remember from the mid-1990s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

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