The result of the top ten bottomlesses in Leeds are in.
Bottomless brunch is an obvious staple in Leeds- well, what else really is there to do on a rainy Saturday afternoon? Now, ten of Leeds best boozy brunches have been recognised by the UK's leading bottomless brunch platform, who have found what they believe to be the most popular brunch.
The bottomless brunch student report by bottomlessbrunch.com, states that each boozy brunch was marked against a number of categories, includng: the number of restaurants offering brunch, menus catered to vegans, vegetarians, and gluten-free diners, and even those with the closest proximity to university campuses.
The Box took the top spot. / Image: The Box Bar
Taking the top spot as 'Best Leeds venue for bottomless brunch' is Box: scoring almost 10% higher than any other bottomless for its incredible options and easy accessibility.
The survey concluded that The Box bar "was scored highly for their food menu size, price, walking distance to the main university campus (0.4 miles), and availability for bottomless brunch."
The kebabs on The Box's brunch are very popular. / Image: The Box Bar
Hoist House came in second place for after scored highly across availability of bottomless brunch, drinks selection, and proximity to the main university campus (0.7 miles).
In third place is the popular cocktail bar and restaurant chain, Neighbourhood. Based on Greek Street, this high-rated venue received a score of 50.21.
Hoist House serves a great deal of pizza as part of their brunch deal. / Image: Hoist House
Taag, Cuckoo, Casa, Sky Lounge, Issho, The Wardrobe and The Adelphi also featured on the top ten list, featuring in the following order:
The Box Bar
Hoist House
Neighbourhood
Taag
Cuckoo
Casa
Sky Lounge
Issho
The Wardrobe
The Adelphi
Neighbourhood's bottomless roast comes highly recommended. / Image: Neighbourhood
Whilst this is not an exhaustive list of every boozy brunch worth visiting in Leeds (we will happily recommend the menus of at least 50 different options), if you're looking for some inspiration of where to visit for your next bottomless, this is a great way to start the search.
Feature Image- The Box Bar
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Big name restaurant closes Leeds city centre site after seven years
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Miami-inspired Leeds bodega to open second site in Horsforth following huge success of first
Clementine Hall
A sandwich shop in Leeds is expanding to the suburbs.
Famed for it’s toasted Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and loaded breakfast bagels - Alfonsos Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches around the city.
Such a good reputation in fact, that they’ve just announced a second location over in the leafy suburb of Horsforth. Get in.
Currently, you'll find Alfonso's in the Grand Arcade where their light-filled and airy space is slinging out sandwiches non-stop until sell-out.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
It's not just sandwiches, though. They're also serving up fantastic Cuban coffee, beer and even Cuban cigars.
Basically, it's everything you'd expect to find in a deli in Miami.
The team shared the news of the expansion on social media, confirming that a brand-new Horsforth site is on the way.
While an official opening date is yet to be revealed, the announcement has already sparked plenty of excitement among loyal customers, many of whom have been calling for a second location since the deli first opened.
Alfonso's has built a devoted following in Leeds, with its signature Cubano sandwich becoming a firm favourite, while its breakfast bagels draw queues of hungover punters through the doors.
The move to Horsforth marks the next chapter for the independent business, bringing its popular menu to a whole new neighbourhood. And they're in fantastic company too, in a suburb that is flourishing with independent local businesses.
If the success of the Grand Arcade site is anything to go by, the new deli is likely to be just as busy from day one. More details, including an opening date and the full menu, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Good luck to the team, we can't wait to check it out.
Sophie Smith -
16th March 2022 
