They turn the spotlight on the restaurants who catered for diners with discerning palates, tastes and budgets. These photos showcase how customers were spoilt for choice thanks to a wide range of food on offer from around the world. Many of those featured were found in the city centre while others were hidden gems in the suburbs. How many do you remember? READ MORE: 12 bird's eye view photos of Wakefield during the 1970s YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of nostalgia
13. Aaagrah
The Aagrah restaurant at the Sandal Court Hotel on Barnsley Road in November 1997.
14. Hot Plate
Do you remember the Hot Plate Balti restaurant on George Street in Wakefield? Photo: Richard Hainsworth
15. Eastern Palace
Ever eat here? The Eastern Palace Balti restaurant on Vicarage Street pictured in October 1996. Photo: Roy Fox
16. King Fishers
Did you enjoy a meal at this fish and chip restaurant in Durkar back in the day? Pictured is joint owner John Hutchinson. | Peter Thacker Photo: Peter Thacker
17. Star of India
Inside the Star of India restaurant on Wesley Street in Ossett in November 1996. | Richard Hainsworth Photo: Richard Hainsworth
18. The Pledwick Well
Did you eat here back in the day? The Pledwick Well at Newmillerdam. YEP restaurant critic Oliver visted in November 1996. | Roy Fox Photo: Roy Fox