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Popular chicken shop chain Wingstop opens fifth Leeds store AND it’s giving away FREE chicken

AND it's giving away FREE chicken

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia - 11th August 2025

Texas-born chicken shop chain Wingstop is taking over Leeds city centre with a fifth brand new location at a huge retail centre.

It’s no secret that Leeds loves a good chicken shop, especially Wingstop, so much so the brand has decided to give us another site to feed our city of fried chicken connoisseurs.   

Known for their expansive menu dedicated solely to chicken, Wingstop has 57 branches nationwide and this brand new Leeds location marks the launch of 20 new sites throughout 2025.

Located at The Springs retail and leisure centre, this all-new eatery spans over 3,000 square ft and can hold up to 77 fried chicken fanatics at a time.

This chicken restaurant chain is famed for its large selection of sauces which range from the tame ‘Hawaiian’ and ‘Garlic Parmesan’ to its heat-packed ‘Mango Habanero’ and ‘Atomic’.

Wingstop is now open in Leeds
Wingstop is now open in Leeds
Wingstop is now open in Leeds
There's a free chicken giveaway in Leeds

From fiery wings to ridiculously sweet churros, whatever you’re in the mood for, this fast food joint has all tastebuds and appetites covered.

The new Leeds restaurant site will be serving up its much-loved chicken combos and meals as well as a brand-new Mango Habenero milkshake you can pair with them, available for a limited time only.

Earlier this year, British newspaper The Sunday Times crowned Wingstop UK as the fastest-growing restaurant group in the country for a third consecutive year. 

The latest Leeds Wingstop is also giving you the chance to experience its chicken combos without having to spend a single penny as the first 100 customers will get free chicken wings.

Chris Sherriff, CEO at Wingstop UK, said: “We’ve seen phenomenal demand for Wingstop UK in Leeds, which is why we’re thrilled to be opening our fifth site in the city.

“Expanding into such a vibrant destination for food and drink, like The Springs, is a natural next step and cements our status as the number one flavour destination in Leeds.

“We’re grateful for the continued love and support from our local community, as we bring our menu to an even broader audience.”

Gemma Chidgey, Estates Manager at The Springs, commented: “We are thrilled to be welcoming Wingstop to the scheme this week and very proud to be the latest opening in Leeds!”

“The new restaurant will add to our already strong line-up of food and drink brands at The Springs, and we know it will prove popular with our customers and occupiers alike.”

Wingstop at The Springs retail and leisure centre is open from Monday 11 August from 11am with the first 100 customers set to receive free chicken wings.

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Where to find the best sandwiches in Leeds city centre and beyond

Clementine Hall Clementine Hall

There’s nothing better than a good filling between two fluffy slices of bread, and we’re here to tell you the best places to find them in Leeds.

From hot roast sarnies and hefty subs as long as your arm, to solid breakfast butties and fluffy focaccias, if you’re a sandwich lover in Leeds then you’re well catered for.

Keep reading to find some of the best places to get a butty in Leeds and beyond.

Loosen your belts a little, folks.

Cheesy Living Co.

The Corn Exchange, Oakwood and Pudsey

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If you're working in the city and fancy something special for your lunch, then popping into The Corn Exchange to pay a visit to the legends at Cheesy Living Co. is just the thing.

Their fluffy focaccia is baked fresh every day and packed with their delicious cheeses, cured meats, local chutneys and topped with tangy pickles to take the edge of. Have in or takeaway, it's completely up to you.

Alfonso's

Grand Arcade

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Relatively new on the sandwich scene, Alfonso's Deli in the Grand Arcade is serving up ultimate toasted Cuban sandwiches as well as stacked subs. They're also dishing out unreal breakfast bagels which are the perfect hangover cure if you've had a couple the night before.

Silver's Deli

268 Stanningley Rd, Bramley, Leeds LS13 3BS

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Fancy a big fat hoagie as long as your arm? Then get yourself to Bramley as soon as possible.

The moment Silver's touched down on the Leeds food scene it's truly been the talk of the town ever since, with people flocking from far and wide to queue for their ridiculously delicious subs.

Stacked breakfast buns good enough to cure any hangover and New York-style hoagies all made using the very best, quality ingredients.

Things In Bread

15 Boar Lane, LS1 6EN

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Things In Bread is now a proper Leeds classic, and their concept is perfectly simple. Classic sandwiches which you might find in your average meal deal but elevated to the next level.

The bread is specially created to make the best ever sandwich, crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, perfectly square and baked fresh on the daily. 

With a cracking selection of seasonal specials, you'll constantly be coming back for more to have a taste of what's new.

La Grassa

Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley

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From the team behind Stuzzi comes La Grassa, located inside Amity Brew Co. inside Sunny Bank Mills they're serving up everything Italian American. Expected sandwiches bigger than your for arm which pair perfectly with a pint or two.

Brød Sandwich Bar

31 Great George Street, Leeds LS1 3BB

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Brod sandwich bar is an institution. This family-run independent sandwich shop has been serving us hungry lot for 20 years now, filling our lunch hour with the tastiest, freshest sarnies that you can get your hands on.

Fully customisable with a HUGE range of ingredients, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and all at really affordable prices too.

Friends of Ham

4 - 8 New Station Street, LS1 5DL

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Friends of Ham don't just serve up banging charcuterie boards, but they're really good at serving unreal toasties too.

The sourdough is perfectly buttery and jam packed with layers of meat and salty, melted cheese. And of course served with a pile of pickles on the side for good measure.

Eat Your Greens

42 New York Street, LS2 7DY

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There's no denying we love this special spot that champion the very best local produce in everything they do, but their sandwiches are also seriously something to shout about.

Grab to go or savour every mouthful in their light drenched space. The flavours rotate with the season but if you have chance to sample the pork mince sandwich with black pudding, house smoked bacon and bunt apple ketchup then it'll be the best decision you have ever made.

Morty's Focacceria

White Cloth Hall

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Inside Leeds' newest food hall you'll find Morty's, a dough haven serving up Sicilian style slices and of course, sarnies.

These bad boys are made with freshly-made panuozzo bread that is baked on-site every single day, filled with two big stacks of fried mortadella and topped with melted provolone, mustard mayo, pickles and a drizzle of garlic oil.

You'll need a nap after, but it'll be worth it.

Shokupan

27 Wellington Street, LS1 4EA

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This absolute gem on Wellington Street are serving up delicious, Japanese katso sandos that you'll want to fit into your weekly routine.

Husband and wife team, Alan and Alison, took inspiration from trips around the world to bring Leeds a menu of delicious Japanese-inspired sandos on Shokupan- a Japanese milk bread known for its light, fluffy texture, golden crust and a subtly sweet flavour. 

Get a side of the crispy karaage chicken on the side too, you won't regret it.

Livett's Coffee Shop

6 St. Peters Square, LS98AH⁠

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If you're round that side of town, then grabbing a sarnie from Livett's is a no brainer.

There’s a flavour combo for everyone to get their chops around, from fresh Caprese, Falafel and Houmous, and a packed out Italian Deli sub. ⁠But keep your eyes pealed because these flavours are always changing.
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All served on a satisfyingly soft demi baguette from the best of the best, Balzersen Bakery, and made fresh daily, you already know these bad boys will blow your bog standard meal deal out of the water.⁠

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Award-winning Sardinian restaurant Domo announces Leeds opening date

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Domo will officially open the doors to its Leeds venue this summer.

Get ready for Domo Leeds, a Sardinian independent born in Sheffield that is loved by many for its delicious food, inviting atmosphere and stellar service.

Run by Raffaele Busceddu and Sarah May Elliott, Domo serves a range of traditional Sardinian specialities from homemade pasta dishes to show-stopping grills.

They've also got a banging cocktail menu full of signature serves and refreshing spritz, perfect for enjoying with friends over some delicious sharing plates.

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Domo has confirmed it will officially open the doors to its first Leeds venue on Friday June 5, so we really don't have long to wait.

Located at the iconic Tower Works development, Domo Leeds will offer a vibrant new canal-side destination, perfect for the summer months.

Alongside the main restaurant menu, there’ll be a dedicated bar food menu designed around relaxed dining and carefully crafted small plates designed to pair with the drinks offering creating a more informal way for guests to experience Sardinian flavours.

Domo co-founder, Sarah Elliott-Busceddu, said: “We’re incredibly excited to finally open the doors and welcome people into Domo Leeds. From day one, our vision has been to create a space where everyone feels welcome and somewhere that brings people together in the true spirit of Sardinian hospitality.

“Whether it’s an evening out with friends, a relaxed catch-up over drinks after work, or a big family celebration, we’ve designed Domo to feel warm, inclusive and full of life. We can’t wait for people in Leeds to experience not just the food and drinks, but the atmosphere and sense of community that sits at the heart of everything we do.”

You can book your table here.

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