Yes, you read that right- there's some fancy neon swirled burgers going around and they've found a home in Leeds.
Now this type of burger is clearly made to be as impressive on the eyes as much as it's supposed to be a feast for the stomach and we must admit, these places have got it spot on.
From rainbow multicoloured, bagel-style buns to good ol' neon blue, we've found all the places that you can get yourself a rainbow burger- though we're sure there's a few menus hiding from us still.
We're not going to beat about the bush. We're absolutely desperate to find out how these guys manage to create such incredibly aesthetic burgers. Specialising in the rainbow bun and all things colourful, Dope Burgers have set up five different locations around Yorkshire: three in Hull, one in Doncaster and one right here in Leeds on Tong Road. You're not even having to choose out one specific burger to be made into a rainbow, you can simply upgrade and existing order to a rainbow bun for £1. Bargain for the 'gram when you think about it.
There's some real good looking burgers from Punk Food Project at Sandinista on Belgrave Street- but those meaty patties sandwiched between rainbow swirled bagel burger buns, topped with a little paper umbrella certainly look the most impressive of all. The popular bar spot is there to serve those who love a bit of Punk Food as well as "those of you who come alive with liquid spirit, craft beer and late night rock n roll, indie and hip-hop" and sounds ideal for a place to let off a bit of steam.
We reckon if there's a crown for the Queen of neon food, it would certainly be on the heads of those working behind the scenes to bring Oula Creative Catering to life. Their neon burgers encase flavours of all sorts, including a Chicken Crunch (pictured above). The Leeds-based catering company specialise on bringing grandeur to the dinner table. Each dish, be it savoury or sweet is packed with sass and created from organic produce.
You can check out what we thought of their colourful takeaways here.
Serving up a mixture of Caribbean classics and dirty burgers in colourful buns, Coco's Kitchen has ultra-diirty Biscoff crunch bacon burgers on the menu, which comes loaded with red Leicester, cheddar, crispy streaky bacon, smashed patties and more. You’ll also find some classic Caribbean options like proper curried goat with tarragon carrots, shallots and rice and peas, and BBQ-smoked and 24-hour marinated jerk chicken legs.
Authentic Turkish street food is coming to Kirkgate.
Leeds city centre is gearing up to welcome yet another new food spot, and this one is all about homemade lahmacun, shawarma wraps and plenty of signature tahini sauce.
Tahin will open its doors at 10 Kirkgate, next to The Cat Cafe, and with signs already up we don't think it'll be long until they welcome their first customers.
The restaurant is listed as a Turkish restaurant that specialise in their homemade tahini sauce, hence the name.
According to the restaurant's Instagram profile which has been going for a few years, Tahin also specialises in home-made lahmacun wraps alongside shawarma wraps.
For anyone unfamiliar with lahmacun, the Turkish staple is often described as a thin, crispy flatbread topped with a richly seasoned mixture of minced meat, herbs and vegetables.
Wrapped up with fresh salad and sauces, it makes for a satisfying and flavourful lunch to enjoy on-the-go.
Their Instagram suggests that Tahin once existed before back in 2022, so although this may not be a completely new venture, we're nevertheless very glad to see them back.
Its location puts it right in the middle of one of Leeds' busiest areas, making it the perfect mid-shopping pit stop for those wandering around Briggate or stopping for a bite to eat before heading out on the town.
The new opening comes at a time when Leeds' food scene is continuing to expand, with a string of independent restaurants and street-food concepts opening across the city centre throughout 2026.
This Leeds bistro has been named one of the best restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around
Clementine Hall
A much-loved neighbourhood Leeds restaurant has been given another major accolade.
There’s no shortage of brilliant places to eat in Leeds, but one Horsforth bistro has just been given a pretty huge seal of approval - and it might be worth planning your next staycation around.
The brilliant Bavette has been named one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in the UK to plan a staycation around by Condé Nast Traveller, appearing alongside a handpicked list of restaurants from across the country.
The list celebrates neighbourhood restaurants that are worth travelling for, with the magazine highlighting the growing appeal of venturing outside of busy city centres in search of smaller, more intimate places to eat.
Images: The Hoot Leeds
And Leeds has bagged itself a spot thanks to Bavette, and we can't say we're surprised.
The French-inspired neighbourhood bistro is run by chef Sandy Jarvis and his husband Clément Cousin.
Since opening in 2024, Bavette has quickly become one of the city's most talked-about restaurants, attracting diners far beyond its Horsforth home and scooping up accolades such as the 2024 Good Food Guide's Best UK Local Restaurant, a 2025 and 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand, and a place in the 2026 National Restaurant Awards Top 100.
Condé Nast Traveller hails Bavette as "a true neighbourhood gem", saying: "The restaurant takes its cues from the couple’s London bistro roots, serving hearty yet elegant dishes made with seasonal ingredients.”
They finish by saying: "Reservations are hard to come by - but so worth it once you get your foot in the door."
We really couldn't agree more.
And while a trip to Horsforth might not technically count as a staycation for us Leeds locals, Bavette is certainly one restaurant worth crossing the city for.
Sophie Smith -
21st January 2022 
