The big Five Guys site on Duncan Street by The Corn Exchange has been empty for quite some time now, after the chain moved into a new premises on the top floor of Trinity Shopping Centre.
But now, a new burger joint is taking its place.
Urban Fresh Burger was born back in 2017 over in Doncaster and has since built a cult following across Yorkshire, opening a total of five sites.
Their selling point is offering a 'healthier' style of burger using fresh and local ingredients, all of which are fully customisable and made to order.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
But don't just take our word for it, here's how Urban Fresh Burger describe themselves: "​A healthier choice with flawless flavour, our signature smashed burgers and hand-cut fresh fries keep customers coming back.
"Our secret sauce? Choosing only the freshest, best quality ingredients from local suppliers. It’s a commitment we’ve held true to since day one, and one we’ll never compromise on."
So, what can you expect to see on the menu? Of course - burgers. We're talking beef burgers, chicken burgers and veggie burgers that come with free unlimited toppings so you can stack yours to your heart's desire.
Choose from a huge list such as lettuce, jalapenos, tomato, coleslaw, onion, grilled mushrooms - the list really does go.
Elsewhere on the menu you'll find chicken tenders, boneless wings, mozzarella sticks and milkshakes.
Pretty much, they're bringing everything you're craving on your next cheat day to Duncan Street, and we're sure it's going to go down a storm. We'll keep you updated with an opening date as and when we find out.
Find out more about what to expect from Urban Fresh Burger here.
A beautiful hotel in West Yorkshire has been awarded a Michelin Key.
What is a Michelin Key I hear you ask? It's basically the equivalent of a Michelin Star but for hotels, so it's quite a big deal indeed.
The Michelin Guide's hotel section added 18 keys to its list this year across the UK and Ireland, and one of them was the Manor House Lindley over in Huddersfield.
The former Georgian manor house is nothing short of stunning, having been converted into an 11-bedroom venue by a hotelier who used to be a designer.
But don't just take our word for it, here's what the Michelin guide had to say: "Here in Huddersfield a manor house hotel is an uncommon sight; Manor House Lindley, however, is the real deal, an authentic Georgian house rescued by an ambitious designer-turned-hotelier and transformed into one of West Yorkshire’s most unique hotels.
"With just 11 bedrooms it’s not extraordinarily large, and thanks to its situation it’s a semi-urban refuge rather than a country-style getaway. All the same, it’s as private as a manor house should be, and its interiors mix classic correctness with an eclectic modern influence to create a space that’s anything but ordinary.
"Its public spaces attract not just overnight guests but locals as well, who gather for dinner, for afternoon tea, or for a drink in one of three in-house bars."
It's an amazing achievement, as the Manor House is now only one of three hotels in Yorkshire to own a Michelin Key. The others being Grantley Hall in Ripon and The Grand over in York.
You can have a proper nosey and find out more about the Manor House Lindley here.
End of an era as historic Leeds pub announces shock closure with ‘heavy heart’
Clementine Hall
One of Leeds' longest-running pub will be closing.
The Cross Keys in Holbeck is a lovely little boozer.
And it's got a fair bit of history too. Dating back to the early 1800s, the pub has stood on Water Lane for more than two centuries, with its story closely tied to Holbeck's industrial past.
Back when the area was one of Leeds' major manufacturing hubs, the Cross Keys was a local drinking spot for workers from the surrounding foundries and engineering works.
The pub itself fell into disrepair and was abandoned in 1980s, before being brought back to life during a major restoration in the 2000s.
But now, The Cross Keys is closing once again.
Images: The Cross Keys
Announcing the sad news to Instagram, the pub said: "It's with a heavy heart that we share the Cross Key's will be closing its doors on the 3rd of October.
"The whole team thank you for your support during our time in business."
In classic Leeds fashion, the comments were flooded with support from fans of the pub alongside fellow local businesses.
One comment reads: "Absolutely gutted about this. I held my fiance (now husband’s) 30th at The Cross Keys and it was excellent and the team were so helpful and hospitable. So sad to hear this."
Whilst another said: "Gutted, the home of some great memories and significant pints in my life."
So, if you've had a significant pint in The Cross Keys and wish to bid it a proper farewell, you've got until Saturday 3 October to do so.
Clementine Hall -
28th September 2026 
