The newest addition to the Leeds food hall scene, White Cloth Hall, has gained some national recognition.
Having only opened its doors in August, it's safe to say that White Cloth Hall has truly made a brilliant first impression.
The all-day drink and dining venue has been bursting at the seems with hungry punters since opening and is well established as a honey-pot of deliciousness in the city.
And it's not just us locals who think so, as The Times has included White Cloth Hall in its top seven food halls in the UK. What a winner.
So, what did The Times think? The list says: "This historic building, dating from 1775, first opened as a trading hub for cloth merchants. It was transformed into a food court this year and already has a reputation for serving up some of the best dishes in the city.
"Each vendor is unique to the site: you’ll find oysters and steak at Lupton’s Chop House, huge pork tacos from Salma and a wonderful beef rendang at Kuala Lumpur Cafe."
Yep, we have to say we absolutely agree.
From the Sicilian-style sfincione pizza slices at Morty's to the juicy tacos at Salma, there's a dish for everyone to tuck into and savour at this city centre hot spot.
And we're in good company too, as also included in the top seven are Society in Manchester, Bonnie & Wild in Edinburgh and Seven Dials Market in London.
Feeling hungry yet? Us too.
To find out more about White Cloth Hall and their incredible selection of vendors, take a look at their Instagram.
The Reliance, a much missed North Street site, is being brought back to life as The Smithfield.
The Smithfield is set to be a new social eatery and pub focused on seasonal, produce-led dining.
Set to open its doors to the people of Leeds in early April, The Smithfield will pay homage to the local area through both its produce and people.
The venue will focus on proper plates of seasonal ingredients, pairing a relaxed dining style with a strong sense of community. Sounds pretty brilliant if you ask us.
Building on the legacy of North Street, The Smithfield is a collaborative project between Yorkshire brewery Crooked Brewing and chef James Donovan.
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Steve Dawson, co-founder of Crooked Brewing, has long admired The Reliance and want to build on its established legacy.
“What The Reliance was doing was cutting edge for its time,” says Donovan. “We want to bring that same vision and energy into Leeds in 2026. Our aim is to pick up the culinary torch that The Reliance left behind and continue its legacy of great food in Leeds,” adds Dawson.
The Smithfield takes its name from Church Street’s historic connection to the Smithfield cattle market of the early 1800s, once located on what is now Lovell Park.
“We really want the people around us to feel that The Smithfield is their space,” says Dawson. “We want to give them a place at our table.”
We'll keep you updated with an opening date as and when we know, but we're very excited indeed.
Viral brunch cafe Acai and the Tribe is coming to Leeds city centre this spring
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Leeds health nuts assemble, because acai bowls and superfood smoothies are coming to a city near you.
Incase you've been living under a rock for the past year or so, you may not be clued up on the whole acai bowl trend that has been sweeping up the nation.
Acai is a super berry grown and harvested in the Amazon rainforest, and not only is it absolutely delicious but it has a myriad of health benefits.
Acai and the Tribe first opened four years ago in Manchester, and ever since then it's only gone from strength to strength opening up three other locations across the country.
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Next stop? Leeds. And we couldn't be happier about it.
So, what can we expect from this aesthetically-pleasing and ultra trendy female-owned business? Well, loaded acai bowls that look almost too good to eat, superfood smoothies, coffees, matcha and savoury options like avocado toast.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Acai and the Tribe said: "You asked, we listened. LEEDS… your new lifestyle arrives soon."
They will be opening on 88 Vicar Lane as part of the Vicar Lane regeneration scheme, which has already scene some great new restaurants being announced such as Sticks'n'Sushi and Dishoom.
It seems like this part of town is suddenly going to be the place to be, and we're very happy to see it.
We'll keep you updated with opening dates as and when we know more but for now, you can find out more about Acai and the Tribe here.
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