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15 places to grab lunch for under £10 from Leeds Kirkgate Market

You could grab lunch every single day from here and never get bored.

The Hoot The Hoot - 3rd July 2024

There's one place in Leeds that guarantees to leave you well fed without breaking the bank, it's Leeds Kirkgate Market.

Inside the maze of market stalls, there's plenty of hidden gems waiting to be uncovered and whether you fancy a hot dog, noodles or a huge slice of pizza, there's seemingly unlimited places to grab a bite to eat.

Whilst we certainly haven't uncovered all of the best places to eat inside the markets, here's a decent selection of our team's favourite places to grab lunch- including personal recommendations on the best dishes for under a tenner.

Good Boy Burger Co.

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The beloved pop-up smash burger brand, Good Boy Burger, has just opened up a permanent location inside Kirkgate Market and boy oh boy are they serving up some banging burgers.

Expect juicy smashed beef patties, loaded fries and even fried pickles and macaroni cheese slabs. This is comfort food at its finest.

Hoot recommends: The Good Boy Burger and Philly Cheese Steak Loaded Fries

Bluebird Bakery

savoury swirl from Bluebird Bakery.
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Bluebird Bakery is a York-born bakery that starting by selling bread at a market stall and hand-delivered a few loaves to neighbours and the local community pub, and now has multiple sites across Yorkshire providing fresh bakes to loyal customers county-wide.

Take your pick from fresh bloomers and boules to millionaires shortbread, brownies (including bags of corner brownie bits for less - so there's really no waste) and our personal favourites, savoury swirls packed with sun-dried tomatoes, olives and cheese.

Hoot recommends: Savoury swirl with sun-dried tomatoes and olives

Hayes Seafood

oysters from Hayes Seafood.
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Hayes Seafood, is run by a lovely couple who tell me their stall has been a fixture on Kirkgate’s Meat and Fish Row for 38 years now. In these days and times, sticking around for that long is no mean feat.

Specialising in locally sourced Yorkshire crab, oysters and more, Hayes’ glass display counters are broken up by small corner tables, with room for just five covers to sit down on little wooden stools and snack on some of Leeds’ freshest seafood at any one time.

Also on the counter, there are handpicked Kings Lynn whelks, king prawns and mussels, as well as some vegan-friendly options such as prawn-flavoured ‘shapes’ and imitation lobster tails – perfect for those plant-based people that miss their seafood.

Hoot recommends: a couple of super salty Irish Points and the slightly sweeter English Loch Fyne oysters.

Mr Mackerel

Mr Mackerel mackerel sandwich.
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Encased in a soft white roll, with lashings of chillies, pickled red cabbage and cucumber yoghurt, it makes both a comforting and filling lunch – the oiliness of the hot, grilled mackerel tempered by a generous squirt of lemon juice. Even better, it’s only a fiver.

It’s a far cry from your traditional deep-fried, battered fish finger butty. To start with, this is no light, flaky white fish filling, but robust, rich and oily mackerel. Slapped on a hot grill to sizzle right in front of you, this is Turkish street food at its finest.

We’re talking about Mr Mackerel, the popular Leeds market trader that recently featured in a rave by Guardian food critic Jay Rayner, who described Mr Mackerel as “the best £5 you can spend on lunch anywhere in Leeds right now”.

Hoot (and Jay Rayner) recommends: the £5 Mackerel sandwich

Fat Annie's

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This is a fully-vegan option designed for people of all foodie preferences to enjoy. The hot dogs here are truly delicious, and convert even the most dedicated meat eaters to grab a tofu organic tofu and Beech Wood smoked in a German-style frankfurter. 

Hoot recommends: Anything off the specials menu or an Annie Mac Not Dog

Jenny's Jerk Chicken

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Owned by entrepreneur Jennifer Brown, Jenny's Jerk Chicken is an absolute must if you're looking for a hearty, warming meal to fuel you for the day.

Serving up a wide spanning selection of Caribbean foods, choose from curry with goat mutton with rice and peas or coconut rice; salt fish cakes; Carib burgers with Jerk BBQ chicken, crispy salad, tropical mayo and sides like omelette sandwich, chicken skewers, fried plantain and veggie bean cakes.

Hoot recommends: Jerk BBQ salad box with BBQ chicken

The Fisherman's Wife

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Today you can find your chippy fix inside Leeds Market where the team use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible to bring much more than just fish, chips, mushy peas and scraps.

Now here's a name you'll recognise. The Fisherman’s Wife has been serving up fish and chips to Leeds since 1960 when Jackson and May Reed-Stephenson bought a fish and chip shop in Halton, Leeds. Since then, there's been openings in Cross Gates, George Street and over in York too.

Hoot recommends: Haddock, chips and mushy peas

Bánh & Mee

Pho noodles with tofu.
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Bánh and Mee always has a queue at the markets - and for good reason. The family-run spot serves a huge menu of Vietnamese-inspired dishes, including bao buns, loaded fries, pho, noodles, rice boxes, summer rolls, spring rolls - and it comes out a treat every single time.

Hoot recommends: Chicken Siagon noodles or tofu and veggie pho

Khao Gaeng Thai

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Located at the top end of the markets, you'll find red and white checkered tabletops and wooden chairs with a pretty wide-spanning menu of Thai curries and noodle dishes. Between the chow mein, pad thai, crispy chicken rice box and panang curry, there's something for every single lunchtime - and all under £7 too.

Hoot recommends: Chicken pad thai with a passionfruit green tea

Manjit's Kitchen

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The menu at Manjit’s Kitchen is considered in options and rich in flavour. There’s Mango Lassi to soothe the lunchtime crowd and inventive options like pakora and chilli paneer wraps amongst classic favourites like onion bhajis, Thali bowls and Vada Pau, The Mumbai Sandwich.

Think Spiced mashed potato ball in a gram flour batter, green chutney, tamarind, dry garlic chutney on a beetroot bun, as just one example of the fusions of flavour the kitchen offers busy city commuters or those looking for a hot midday treat from the markets.

Hoot recommends: Chilli paneer wrap and a mango lassi

Read More: Manjit’s Kitchen owner named in 100 Most Influential Women in Hospitality 2022

ChopChop

Box of chicken and rice and salad.
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ChopChop is our go-to choice for those looking for a gluten-free option that doesn't skip on the flavour. salt and pepper everything. Choose a base of egg noodles, jasmine rice, fried rice and chips and then add sweet and spicy additions like five spice firecracker or HK chicken curry, sweet and sour chicken or a delicious portion of tempura-fried veggies.

Hoot recommends: Salt and pepper chicken with white jasmine rice

The Yorkshire Wrap Company

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Serving up our county's delicacy in one moreish wrap, The Yorkshire Wrap Company has got its menu down to a tee. Offering a range of locally sourced meats and a board of ever changing specials, grab yourself a roast dinner inside a Yorkshire pudding wrap for the ultimate winter warmer dish, or if you arrive early enough, the brekkie options here are packed with bacon, sausage and egg.

Hoot recommends: Yorkshire pudding wrap with pork and stuffing

Pollini's Pizza Slice

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24 inch New York style pizzas by the slice- and there’s seemingly unlimited topping options to choose from. The new pizzeria can be found right in the heart of Leeds Market, located just before the food court and seating area. Freshly warmed and £4 a slice, these pizza slices are the perfect lunchtime treat – and can even start a debate in their own right with pineapple on their pizzas.

Hoot recommends: Ham and mushroom or a simple margarita slice

Eastern Oven

Falafel wrap.
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A family-run market spot is a popular lunchtime spot with veggies and meat-eaters alike. This place rolls each flatbread in front of your eyes before adding falafels, chicken shawarma, bags of tahini and salad too.

Hoot recommends: Falafel wrap with extra tahini

M'Deena Street Food

Halloumi wrap.
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Those looking for a quick, easy lunch for under a fiver, M'Deena serves up a delicious selection of Moroccan takeaway options- and doesn't skip on the spices either. Choose from a range of falafel, halloumi and shawarma options, and lean on the beautiful tiled worktops as you watch the team prepare your order before your eyes.

Hoot recommends: Halloumi wrap with pickles and spices

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Leeds

Bad Bunny: What you need to know for Super Bowl halftime show

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Global superstar Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl halftime show and we're giving you the rundown about this reigning reggaeton artist.

Born in Puerto Rico, Benito Antonio, now more widely recognised by artist moniker Bad Bunny, is a Spanish-speaking act who has transported modern-day reggaeton from Latin America to all new heights.

The Puerto Rican powerhouse has only ever visited the UK once, performing at O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, seven years ago back in 2018, as part of his first ever world tour titled La Nueva Religión.

Since then, El Benito has dropped seven full-length studio albums and nine musical projects overall, which have all helped establish him as a major force to be reckoned with in the music industry.

Alongside his musical career, Bad Bunny has seen himself at the forefront of various pop culture moments thanks to his innovative fashion sense and notable charm.

Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl halftime show on 8 February
Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl halftime show on 8 February
Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl halftime show on 8 February / Credit: Press Shot via Apple Music (Supplied) / Unsplash via Naveen Venkatesan (Supplied)

What iconic moments is Bad Bunny known for?

With his first album X 100Pre (Forever) dropping back in 2018, Bad Bunny has spent almost a hefty eight years in the limelight, so it will come as no surprise that there's plenty of iconic moments you might remember.

Bad Bunny as a Drag Queen - To coincide with the release of his single 'Yo Perreo Sola' (I Twerk Alone), Benito stepped into unchartered territory, debuting three different Drag personas to combat toxic masculinity in the reggaeton music scene.

WWE - Benito is a huge fan of wrestling. He first appeared for a performance at the Royal Rumble in 2021, before returning later that year and teaming up with Damian Priest to take down The Miz and John Morrison.

VMA Performance - The Latin multi-hyphenate made headlines in 2022 after kissing a male dancer on-stage. Both fans and media outlets stated the performance harked back to Madonna's similar showcase two decades prior - Watch Bad Bunny's kiss HERE (skip to 2:50).

Met Gala - Well-recognised for its glamourous and glitzy outfits, the Met Gala brings together A-Listers for a showcase of all things fashion. Bad Bunny was styled by fashion house Jacquemus and wore a backless suit with a 26 foot train.

The Super Bowl is a huge accomplishment for all artists, now Bad Bunny joins the headlining roster / Credit: Jorge Rojas via Unsplash (Supplied)
The Super Bowl is a huge accomplishment for all artists, now Bad Bunny joins the headlining roster / Credit: Jorge Rojas via Unsplash (Supplied)

SNL - The LATAM star has appeared on American comedy sketch-show SNL numerous times, both as an artist and as a part-time comedian. In 2023, Bad Bunny and Pedro Pascal became an overprotective aunty and mum duo and had crowds laughing uncontrollably.

Carpool Karaoke - James Corden's nighttime show segment was welcomed into the reggaeton world courtesy of Bad Bunny. However, it's his cover of 'Break Free' by Ariana Grande where he discusses it's the first English-spoken song he ever learnt that had people falling in love with him.

Coachella - This desert-based music festival is known for its large-scale productions and in the early summer of 2023, Bad Bunny became the first Spanish-singing artist to headline this mega music celebration.

No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí - Translating to 'I don't want to leave here', this was the title of his Puerto Rico residency. As well as creating lifelong memories for fans, this 31 date experience also boosted the economy of his home country.

What songs will Bad Bunny perform at his Super Bowl halftime show?

With 28 songs over one billion streams, Bad Bunny is going to have a tricky time deciphering which of his hits to include in his upcoming halftime show performance.

His most recognisable album is the beach-inspired Un Verano Sin Ti (A Summer Without You) which features six tracks with over one billion streams, so it's safe to say this LP is guaranteed some love.

The latest addition to El Benito's discography DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS (I Should've Taken More Photos) might also steal the spotlight due to its focus on exploring traditional Puerto Rican sounds.

And, after reconciling late last year, Bad Bunny might take his friendship with J Balvin to Super Bowl status, performing songs from their collaborative album OASIS as well as their Cardi B link-up 'I Like It'.

The Hoot's Bad Bunny Super Bowl setlist predicition:

  • NUEVAYoL
  • Tití Me Preguntó/ Me Porto Bonito/ Moscow Mule (Medley)
  • Dákiti
  • I Like It (With Cardi B and J Balvin)
  • La Canción (With J Balvin)
  • Callaíta (With Tainy)
  • Un x100to (With Grupo Frontera)
  • Baile Inolvidable

Super Bowl halftime show performances normally contain around 10 songs and the setlist is very tight-lipped, however, it's always fun to throw out a predicition or two before the event on Sunday 8 February.

Which special guests will join Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show line-up?

Bad Bunny has worked with a multitude of artists from reggaeton sidekicks to pop supremes like Jennifer Lopez, Dua Lipa and Drake.

Although it's highly unlikely these big names will all be free at the same time, when it comes to the Super Bowl anything is possible.

  • Most Likely: Tainy, Cardi B, J Balvin
  • Dream Artists: Rosalía and RaiNao

Can I get tickets to see Bad Bunny this year?

The 'Tití Me Preguntó' songwriter is heading to the UK for the second time ever in his career, for his Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour and he's chosen Tottenham Hotspur as the location for this huge cultural moment.

If you're wondering where to get tickets, you have two chances to watch this superstar in his element as he's performing on June 27 - Tickets HERE and June 28 - Tickets HERE.

Read more: Ne-Yo and Akon announce huge joint arena show at Leeds’ First Direct Arena

Hopefully now you've discovered more about who this Latin American artist is so you're not left clueless when the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots take a quick 15 minute break mid-game.

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Leeds

Leeds suburb named one of the UK’s top ‘property hotspots’ for 2026 as house prices soar

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A residential area in Leeds has been highlighted as a UK ‘property hotspot’ based off house price data from 2025.

And it's probably not the place you’d expect either.

There’s no doubt the property market in our region has been booming over the last decade or so, with average house prices seeming to rise year-on-year, and more and more areas becoming sought-after as the places to live time goes on – but now, Rightmove has released its list of the top UK property hotspots for this year based off 2025 data, and a rather surprising Leeds suburb has made their way onto it.

To create its list of hotspots, the UK’s biggest property website compared average house prices across the UK during 2025 to out find the areas where prices they have risen the most, and the areas where prices are increasing more than the national average indicate that the area is a ‘hotspot’.

As well as soaring prices, Rightmove also considers a ‘property hotspot’ to be a place where there is a high demand for homes too.

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Seacroft in Leeds claimed ninth place on the top ten list.

The data shows the average house price in Seacroft to be £218,893 with a 9% increase since January 2025.

Taking the top spot is Hawick, in Roxburghshire, that saw average asking prices rise by as much as 18% in 2025, reaching £148,633. Scotland features strongly overall, with three locations appearing in the top 10.

Durham nabbed second place, with average asking prices up 15% year on year to £251,339, whilst Stannington in Sheffield completes the top three, with prices up 12% to £264,078.

Lesley Robinson, branch manager at Manning Stainton Crossgates, adds: “Seacroft has seen notable growth in asking prices over the past year, reflecting a wider trend we’re observing across more affordably priced areas in Leeds.

"Buyers are increasingly drawn to locations that offer strong transport links and easy access to the city centre, and Seacroft fits that profile.”

You can find read the full report here.

Read more: ‘Ugly, run-down’ and ‘untidy’ – Leeds named UK’s tenth best big city

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