Popular Leeds restaurant House of Fu have opened up their new and groovy outdoor terrace just in time for Summer.
If you haven't been to House of Fu yet then first of all, where have you been? And second of all, you need to go now.
Since opening their pastel pink doors in July 2021, they have become a firm foodie favourite amongst Leeds locals and it is no surprise why.
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Serving up authentic Japanese cuisine in the form of comforting ramen, vibrant rice bowls and handmade gyoza, the food is bursting with flavour and is unlike any other you will find around the city.
What sets them even further apart from the rest is their beautifully bespoke tableware which is handcrafted just a ten minute walk away from the restaurant by local ceramic studio, Sunken Studios.
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Oh and if that's not enough, they have an ultra-cool karaoke bar on the first floor followed by an exclusive cocktail lounge on the second floor. We can only assume that if there was another floor, that staircase would take you straight to heaven.
Well the guardian angels at Fu are back again with another incredible offering, a secret outdoor terrace serving up frozen cocktails and groovy vibes just in time for summer.
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From Friday - Sunday, take a pew at one of their wonderfully multicoloured tables and sip on one of their frozen cocktails to cool you off in the tropical sun. Choose from a Yuzu Margarita or a Pina Colada slushie, or opt for one of their other delicious cocktails such as a Whiskey Highball or a Gin Yuzu Spritz.
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Feeling a bit peckish? No problem. Luckily for you, you're in the backyard of a top ramen bar who can serve up some goodies to go alongside your beer or tipple of choice. Order the sharing platter of 24 gyoza and the Fu-Fried Chicken with Japanese mayo and you're ready to rock and roll.
Basque in the sunshine and groove to one of their resident DJs who will transport you into the night as the hanging fairy lights illuminate the space.
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To find this secret paradise, go through the entrance of Headrow House and to the back of House of Fu. Open from 4pm on a Friday and from 2pm on the weekends, this is sure to be the new summer hotspot in Leeds.
Posting to their social media, The Maven said: "When news broke The Maven could close its doors at the end of March, the reaction across the city was immediate. The response from customers, bartenders, and hospitality operators showed just how much this bar means to Leeds.
"For nearly 15 years, The Maven has been one of the city’s most loved cocktail destinations and a true institution within the local bar scene.
"When we told you about its potential closure we were flooded with support and interest from across the hospitality community. In the days that followed, several Leeds-based operators stepped forward with genuine offers to buy the venue and keep the bar alive.
"At a time when our industry is too often filled with stories of closures, today brings a little hope - a story about a community stepping up to protect something it values.
"The reports that The Maven would close at the end of March are now firmly in the past: The Maven Lives.
"Thanks to the passion of the Leeds hospitality community and the loyalty of its guests, the bar will continue to be part of the city’s nightlife story. More details about the next chapter for The Maven will be shared soon."
One of Leeds’ best rooftop bars has launched a brand-new cocktail and food menu just in time for spring
Clementine Hall
Leeds is about to feel the heat this summer as Uyare announces the launch of a new cocktail and bar food menu.
It's all in celebration of spring and the restaurant's first birthday.
If you haven't ever visited Uyare's rooftop then let us tell you, it is a beautiful spot.
Set high above the city in Victoria Leeds, the super-stylish rooftop destination boasts jawdropping panoramic city views, heated outdoor seating and a stellar food and drink menu.
It's the perfect pre-dinner cocktail spot as well as a standalone bar experience with tables available to book exclusively for drinks.
And where's better than a rooftop bar during the summer season?
Guests can expect a brand-new small plates menu that are perfect for sharing, a curated selection of signature cocktails and a new bottomless brunch available every weekend.
The brunch includes tapas dishes with side and bottomless drinks from £40 and there’ll also be monthly jazz nights adding a sophisticated laid-back atmosphere.
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The cocktail menu features 12 signature ‘flavour forward’ creations that take inspiration from Kerala’s rich culinary heritage. Alongside the signature cocktails, the menu also introduces four Kerala-centric drinks designed to take guests on a journey through the region.
Opened in June 2025, Uyare was born from the success of Tharavadu, one of Leeds’ best-loved restaurants.
After more than eleven years of welcoming celebrities, food lovers and discerning diners from across the globe, the team expanded the Tharavadu family to create Uyare, a premium rooftop dining destination bringing refined South Indian cuisine and elevated city views to the Leeds skyline.
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Founder Siby Jose said; “Uyare is all about energy, and that’s exactly what we’re bringing to our rooftop bar this summer. While Leeds has a vibrant cocktail scene, many menus are built around classic recipes or rely heavily on syrups. Our new menu takes a different approach, focusing on real ingredients and culinary techniques to create bold, layered flavours.
“Our vision is to create a destination where you can book just for drinks or gather with friends and experience something special above the city. We are really excited about our new menu, which we think will satisfy and delight everyone’s tastes, whether you’re popping in for cocktails at golden hour or settling in for a full small-plates feast and soaking up the atmosphere!”
Clementine Hall -
13th July 2022 
