Headingley Heights, as it will be known, is adding a third level to the current BOX bar building on Otley Road.
Having spent 21 years in the heart of Headingley, Arc Inspirations, the company behind BOX, really know what the bustling suburb is missing - a rooftop bar.
But not for much longer, opening on Saturday 13 May, just one day before the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, Headingley Heights rooftop bar will open for the summer.
Expected to attract a huge crowd of sports lovers and locals that know and love the BOX name (and undoubtably Otley runners will be excited to see this new addition to the pub crawl), the third rooftop level will seat 130 guests with both food and drink available for purchase.
Undoubtably this will be a go-to for long summer nights to watch the sunset, frozen daiquiri in hand, but Headingley Heights also expects to see a huge sporting fan crowd taking advantage of the huge HD outdoor screens.
Image: Supplied, Arc Inspirations
Headingley Heights from BOX is actually not the only new rooftop in the city though, it was also announced yesterday that IF... the independent kitchen and bar group responsible for numerous venues across the city, including both IF... Up North and IF... At Night on Call Lane, would be taking over of the former East Parade Social rooftop bar.
Located just off East Parade with the entrance on Park Cross Street, atop co-working space Avenue HQ, the new bar promises IF’s tasty cocktails, live DJ’s and a fun party atmosphere against the atmospheric city skyline.
BOX is set to unveil Headingley Heights on Saturday 13 May 2023 - and we can't wait to see the views from the student-packed suburb for some post-work dinner and drinks, it really is going to be the ideal sun-trap over the summer months for anyone in the area.
Feature Image - Supplied, Arc Inspirations
Eats
Popular Leeds cafe known for its fluffy Japanese sandos is moving to a bigger space
One of the city's best independents is expanding into a bigger premises.
Shokupan on Wellington Street is a proper little gem that food-lovers across Leeds will rave nonstop about if given the opportunity.
Husband and wife team Alan and Alison took inspiration from trips around the world to bring a taste of Japan to the city and over the past few years it's gained a loyal following.
They're famed for their delicious Japanese sandos made with pillow-like fluffy shokupan bread, stuffed with everything from crunchy chicken katsu and flavourful pork to fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
But it's not all just about sandwiches, they also serve rice bowls and katsu curries as well as small bites such as chicken karaage and octopus balls.
Their food is so bloody good, that they've had to find a better location and this time it's slap bang in the city centre on Central Road.
And they're joining brilliant company too, with the likes of House of Koko and Vinyl Grounds as neighbours.
Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, Shokupan said: "You guessed right…we are moving to Central Road, LS1 6DE. We are nearly there…
Images: The Hoot Leeds
"All the building work is complete and now we are finishing off the decorating. You might also start to see some signage appearing over the next few days…It has been lovely seeing some of our customers dropping by to see us whilst we slowly lose our sanity.
"Powered on caffeine and determination! Not long to go before we can announce our opening date and welcome you through the doors."
We can't wait to check out the new space, keep an eye on their opening date here.
Cult favourite burger chain Burgerism is officially coming to Leeds this August
Clementine Hall
An award-winning burger chain is coming to one of Leeds' suburbs.
If you don't know Burgerism, then get to know.
The Manchester-based burger chain is known by many for its incredible smash patties and quick, reliable service.
Their concept is simple: good burgers made with quality ingredients and cooked fresh to order. Delicious.
And it's not just burgers, they've also got some great wings and fries available too with a range of homemade sauces on offer for dunking, drizzling and devouring. We're a particular fan of the buffalo wings with their garlic ranch dip.
The chain used to have a dark kitchen on the outskirts of the city where people could order via Deliveroo, however this closed down and since then there's been a Burgerism-shaped hole left in our foodie scene.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
Burgerism recently applied to move into a vacant shop unit in Meanwood at 605 Meanwood Road, seeking change-of-use planning permission for the former Papa Johns site which was previously only allowed to serve...well, pizzas.
And the plans have now been approved, which means Burgerism will officially be coming to Leeds. Hurray!
Burgerism's new takeaway will be walking distance from the The Meanwood Tavern, perfect for those looking for some post-pint burgers.
It will be strictly takeaway with no dine-in option available.
The brand-new Burgerism will employ 15 people from the local area with food being served between 11am and 11pm.
We'll keep you up to date as and when we find out more, but for now we're aware that Burgerism Leeds is set to open this August.
Sophie Smith -
27th April 2023 
