One of the highest regarded bottomless brunches in Leeds has had a refurb and we bet you’re just as excited as we are to give it a go.
Banyan, whose Leeds locations include one venue in the City Centre with two others in Horsforth and Roundhay, is well-known for its amazing bottomless brunches which feature unlimited drinks for 90 minutes and a varied menu of delicious food choices.
If their menus weren’t already exciting enough, the Leeds-based bar is launching brand-new bottomless menus on Monday 2 May for both their bottomless brunch and bottomless supper club options.
Loyal Banyan fans will be familiar with the drink options of Prosecco, Bloody Mary’s (only available on the brunch menu) Aperol Spritz, Poached Pear Spritz, Coors and Garibaldis but if that wasn’t enough choice already, both new menus now feature two new alcoholic additions.
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The Apricot and Grapefruit Fizz and the Strawberry Spritz are new, summery cocktails that will be absolutely perfect for the warmer weather.
Although you can’t book to do bottomless brunch outside, we’re sure that you can finish off your summery cocktail in Banyan’s amazing outdoor spaces after your bottomless has finished.
If bottomless alcoholic drinks aren’t really your style, don’t worry, Banyan have kept you in mind with two non-alcoholic options on the menu. The Cucumber and Apple Crush and the Passion Fruit and Ginger Spritz give the alcoholic cocktails a run for their menu and are perfect if you’re wanting to have a refreshing, fruity drink without the sore head tomorrow.
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If the new drinks offerings weren’t exciting enough, there are also incredible new food options that sound delicious and filling enough to soak up those bottomless drinks (or nicely compliment your mocktails.)
A Korean Fried Chicken Burger, with a Gochujang glaze and pickled carrot and red cabbage, is the new dish that we’re most excited about but with Marmite mac ‘n’ cheese on the supper club menu, we’re sure that this will be the talk of the table if someone from your party orders it (do you love it or hate it?)
On the brunch menu, you can still choose from Banyan classics like the Breakfast Hash, Poached Eggs with ham, smoked salmon or halloumi, and Smashed Avocado, but there’s now a sweet option of Banoffee Pancakes available too for those who love a bit of dessert for breakfast.
Banoffee Pancakes. / Image: Banyan
If you’re wanting to upgrade your food to something even more substantial, you can give the Korean Fried Chicken Burger a go, or there’s the new Onion Bhaji wrap which is sure to fill you up (and it’s vegan)
The upgrades still include old favourites like the Alpine Chicken Schnitzel and the Steak Frites, so no matter how hungry you are, or what you’re fancying, you’re sure to find a dish that tastes amazing and lines your stomach.
30 years on from the film that changed everything, and following its successful world premiere run in London’s West End, Trainspotting The Musical is heading out on a major UK tour later this year, and will be taking to one of Leeds' most iconic stages this winter.
Written by Irvine Welsh – as adapted from his best-selling debut novel – and directed and developed by Caroline Jay Ranger, Trainspotting The Musical has been described by critics as ‘radical, invigorating and life-affirming’ since its premiere.
It’s said to be an unforgettable production that’ll have even the most sceptical audiences leave on a ‘consciousness-altering high.’
In 1996, the breakthrough British film of the same name was released and became the biggest grossing UK film of the year, winning a slew of awards in the process – including a BAFTA for Best Screenplay, and even being ranked tenth in the BFI’s top 100 greatest British films of the 20th century.
Now, three decades later, the industrial drug crazed working-class heroes of British youth culture are back… but this time, live on stage.
“I believe the musical has a bigger, loudly beating human heart than either the book or the film,” creator Irvine Welsh commented as the UK tour was announced this week.
“People need to think about the world we’re living in, and we offer that inspection, but they also need to sing their hearts out and laugh their heads off. It’s what being human is all about. We’ve put together an incredible Scottish cast and I can’t wait to see them bring the musical to life.”
Trainspotting The Musical will taking to the stage at the Leeds Grand Theatre from Monday 7 until Saturday 12 December 2026.
Leeds speakeasy crowned one of the best cocktail bars in the world by industry experts
Clementine Hall
The beloved Domino Club is receiving its flowers, and rightly so.
Rapidly becoming one of the industry’s most respected accolade of excellence, The Pinnacle Guide is a worldwide ranking of the best bars across the globe.
Based on a thorough self-application process, rigorous assessment modules, followed by a series of spot check interviews and anonymous in-bar reviews, it's no easy feat to get a spot on this list.
Which is why it makes The Domino Club's achievement all that more impressive.
Known amongst locals and visitors alike as basically one of the coolest bars in town, the hidden speakeasy invites you through a barbershop in the Grand Arcade where downstairs you'll find a dimly lit jazz and cocktail bar oozing sex appeal.
Not only are the cocktails exceptional, but their live music listings is something to behold playing everything from jazz and funk to cabaret and disco every Wednesday - Sunday.
Announcing the news to Instagram, The Domino said: "Listed by The Pinnacle Guide. The Domino Club has been recognised on the global list of the world’s best bars.
"What began as a hidden basement bar in Leeds, built around live music, cocktails and atmosphere, is now being recognised alongside some of the finest bars in the world.
"A huge thank you to our team, musicians, suppliers and every single guest who has supported us over the years. This means a lot. Leeds belongs on the world cocktail map."
We absolutely could not agree more and if you haven't ventured behind the barbershop and discovered the magical Domino Club, then we very much recommend you do.
Kate Perou -
28th April 2022 
