'It's ticked every single box, it's a sold ten from me without a shadow of a doubt'.
Pittafan is a new Greek takeaway in Oakwood that's attracted a fair bit of attention recently - and internet sensation Danny Malin is now the latest to find out what the hype is about.
Rate My Takeaway YouTuber Danny Malin paid the Greek takeout and shared that he was seriously impressed by the results in last week's video.
The Head Chef here has worked for over eighteen years around the Greek Islands and on the mainland to gather ideas and flavours - resulting in a truly authentic menu for us here in Leeds.
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The Mixed Grill tempted Danny Malin as it combines the best of the meats onto one plate. Expect a generous serving of pork gyros, chicken souvlaki, lamb kebab and chops as well as pitta bread, chips, tzatziki and mixed salad.
Costing £15.95, the YouTuber alluded that the dish was great value for money, describing the dish as 'full of flavour with a nice bit of seasoning'.
Taste testing the menu, with 'bits of marinated chicken and peppers, cooked to perfection with a little crunch for the charred bits', the takeaway received a perfect score of ten from Danny Malin, with lots of snippets throughout the eighteen minute video explaining 'It's ticked every single box, it's a sold ten from me without a shadow of a doubt' and that he could 'have this every day of the week'.
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Elsewhere on the menu you'll find a huge selection of gyros, 'monster' wraps, burgers and Greek pastries, including a chocolate mousse which also received the YouTuber's seal of approval.
Pittafan is open every day of the week from 12 - 11pm on Roundhay Road, Oakwood and available on Deliveroo for those looking to taste test the mixed grill from the comfort of their own homes.
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Iconic Leeds venue The Reliance to be brought back to life under new name ‘The Smithfield’
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
Clementine Hall
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.
Sophie Smith -
10th April 2023 
