The site adjoined to Harvey Nichols has served thirsty shoppers for three years.
If you've ever needed a pick me up whilst browsing the Victoria Quarter in the city centre, then you've most likely stopped by Rabbit Hole Coffee.
The striking blue and pink pop-up opened in 2022 and has been a popular spot for a light bite to eat alongside a great cup of coffee ever since.
Sadly, they have now announced their closure declaring their last day of service will be Sunday 12 January 2025.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Rabbit Hole Coffee said: "Well, what was meant to be a 3 month pop up celebrating local suppliers and cheeky Leeds baristas in the middle of Leeds poshest place to shop turned into 3 whole years!!
"Its now time for us to say goodbye. Our last day at Harvey Nichols will be 12th January 2025. It's been a massive rollercoaster of emotions and such an amazing experience. We have been welcomed with open arms by Sally and her team at Harvey Nichols Leeds (the best f**king department store in town!)
"I'll try sum up, I hated the first year, we tried to deliver too much, failed and it was too posh for me.
"The second year we made some changes and wanted to be more true to our own relaxed style of customer service and it started to work! We were charming middle class people left, right and centre. Started to like the poshness.
"The third year has been truly amazing. I think we nailed something great Yorkshire weirdness in stunning environment and I've loved every minute (alright almost every minute) I reckon I'm quite posh myself y'know
"Thank you to everyone who made this happen in the first place but most of all thank you to the amazing people who have worked with us here. Remember that first weekend having to hand write checks and ring through sales at the end? Remember the printer being just out of range of the till and it ruinung our day countless times? Remember when I decided it'd be a good idea to rent the kiosk space right next to us for a f**king fortune? What the flip was I thinking??
"Anyway I'm rambling a bit, thank you to all that came to visit, you're massively appreciated. Its been a hell of a ride.
We've got a couple of announcements coming up in the next week dropping some new locations in the New Year. Come see us over Christmas for lunch and go see the legends upstairs in the Brasserie for tea!!"
Alas, it's not all doom and gloom as you can still get your hands on a Rabbit Hole Coffee over in Moortown and on the Leeds Beckett Campus.
And if you find yourself in the arcades doing your Christmas shopping over the next few weeks, make sure to stop by and give them a proper farewell.
An independent açai bowl pop-up is opening a permanent cafe in Leeds city centre.
It seems the açai bowl trend isn't over just yet, and we're absolutely not mad about it.
The aesthetically purple frozen treat isn't just delicious, but is also known to have numerous health benefits making it guilt-free and the perfect post-workout pick me up.
You may remember Açai Social Club that opened as a pop-up in the Victoria Quarter last year, and now they're moving into a permanent spot in the city centre.
Run by a lovely husband and wife duo who have spent the last 15 months exploring cafes around the world, it's safe to say they know exactly what they're talking about.
Their açai is made with the very best ingredients, topped with the freshest fruit and sprinkled with their homemade granola - it doesn't get much better then that does it?
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, they said: "Açai Social Club is getting a home. Our very first store is officially on the way! We’ve been working behind the scenes to create a space that’s more about than just açai.
"What started as an idea is finally becoming something you can walk into…There’s still a lot we’re keeping under wraps for now, but we’re so excited to finally share the beginning of what’s to come.
"We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you in. Your new neighbourhood social club, coming soon."
The exact location of the cafe and its opening date is still under wraps, but we'll of course keep you updated as and when we find out.
The Leeds Supper Club bringing people together over incredible food
Clementine Hall
What started as a simple idea around food has grown into something much bigger for Leeds Supper Club.
The idea was born from a love of food and the idea that eating together can be about much more than what’s on your plate.
Rather than simply going out to a restaurant, Leeds Supper Club puts connection at the heart of its events, bringing people together to share incredible food and enjoy an evening in good company.
We had the pleasure of attending their most recent event where we had the most wonderful evening with founders Lizzie, Phillip and the rest of the club.
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This instalment was a very special one, as it was in collaboration with Knotfield Vine over in Horsforth.
I mean, it really doesn't get more scenic than this - we really felt like we'd been whisked away to the South of France rather than a Leeds suburb. But we wouldn't want it either way.
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What makes it a cut above the rest is the details. Every little detail has been thought out, from the low-lit, sexy lighting, hand-made name plates, live music and four courses of wonderful seasonal goodness made fresh.
From enjoying a glass of wine within the vines alongside a couple of nibbles to tucking into a three course meal around a candle-lit table, there's really nowhere else like it.
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The tagliatelle pasta with beef and whipped feta was a real highlight, and knowing Lizzie and Philip receive help on the menu and the cooking from all their friends made it taste that much sweeter.
By the end of it we'd had some delicious food, fabulous wine and shared even better conversation. And it's safe to say we left feeling a part of the club.
Keep an eye on their Instagram page here for all upcoming events.
Clementine Hall -
11th December 2024 
