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This new Leeds canalside bar is serving up falafels, hummus and cocktails on tap

Falafels, hummus, wings and cocktails on tap: what more can you ask for from the latest bar to open on Granary Wharf?

Sophie Smith Sophie Smith - 22nd February 2022

Falafel Guys has joined forces with SALT Brewery to create SALT Craft + Falafel, the brand-new bar at Granary Wharf that's well worth visiting.

You only need to take a few steps around Leeds city centre to discover why Falafel Guys is one of Leeds' favourite places to eat.

Whether you're making a lunchtime pitstop at their striking red van on Briggate, bunkering down for the evening at Assembly Underground, or like us, you've wandered over to the newly opened SALT Craft + Falafel at Granary Wharf, you're never far from a Falafel Guys.

Located in the former Craft Asylum bar, adjacent to the Leeds-Liverpool canal, SALT Craft + Falafel is providing a winning combination of craft beers and Middle Eastern cuisine in a picturesque location.

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It's not difficult to figure out why this is going to be a popular spot day and night. By day, the light from the canalside pours into the circular building, with corners intimately lit with neon signage to create a cosy ambience.

The benches are large and comfy, perfect for a day of working remotely and the music, a combination of indie and popular hits offers a beat to tap away at your laptop in peace.

By night, the bar is the ideal place to unwind with a post-work tipple. There's a whole range of craft beers available to taste, as well as some incredible cocktails on tap. 2 for £12 all day, every day on all your favourite concoctions, as well as quality craft beers on offer and a super speedy service.

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Think Aperol Spritz, Espresso Martinis and Strawberry Cosmos, amongst other draught options- and we can confirm they taste as good, if not better, than the hand-crafted versions.

Situated to the left of the bar is a nook for all things Falafel Guys where the chefs are serving up chunky grilled halloumi, beautifully flavoured (and presented) pots of hummus, falafels and chicken shawarma.

Read More: SALT Craft + Falafel has opened at the former Craft Asylum venue in Leeds

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There's two options to choose from: a wrap or a salad bowl, then guests are invited to select their combination of fillings, including three different types of hummus: original, charcoal and beetroot.

To accompany these delectable mains, expect some of the chicken wings drenched in sticky sauce, halloumi fries, deep fried to a tee, and if you can't get enough of their hummus options, you can grab it by the bowlful as an extra side dish.

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There's a whole host of incredible reviews raving about the food from the Falafel Guys kitchens and their SALT Craft + Falafel is just the latest to add to this.

Co-Founder of Falafel Guys, Ahmed Ramzy believes that: "What differs us (Falafel Guys) from other places is that we use top quality freshest ingredients and everything on the menu is halal."

"We’ve been doing our research into locations where there is a gap in the market for tasty fresh falafels. Middle Eastern food is extremely popular ".

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To pair your falafel combo with a craft beer or a draught cocktail, you can find the newly opened SALT Craft + Falafel on Granary Wharf.

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Viral brunch cafe Acai and the Tribe is coming to Leeds city centre this spring

Clementine Hall 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.

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Leeds has been crowned the best city in the UK for foodies outside of London

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It's fantastic news for our city as Leeds has been crowned one of the best cities in the UK for foodies.

It's news that we've been pretty certain of for some time, but it's still nice to be recognised isn't it?

It comes from a new study carried out by credit card brand Aqua who analysed 30 major UK cities across a range of dining and social media metrics, including cuisine variety, restaurant availability, meal affordability, Michelin recognition and TikTok hashtag volumes. 

Coming in at number on was, of course, London.

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With 47 cuisines, 22.5 restaurants per 10,000 residents and 81 Michelin-starred establishments, the capital unsurprisingly continues to dominate the UK’s culinary scene.

But in at number two was our glorious city of Leeds, supported by the highest restaurant density in the study, with 38.5 establishments per 10,000 people, and strong affordability compared with cities in the south.

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We will absolutely take that.

Other northern spots to feature on the list include Sheffield and Bradford in sixth and eighth place.

The top ten UK cities for foodies are:

  1. London
  2. Leeds
  3. Nottingham
  4. Edinburgh
  5. Wolverhampton / Leicester
  6. Sheffield
  7. Birmingham / Glasgow
  8. Bradford / Swansea
  9. Preston
  10. Milton Keynes

Here in Leeds we've got so many fabulous food spots, with new openings cropping up every month it's hard to keep track.

From the multi award-winning Bavette Bistro in Horsforth to the highly acclaimed indie Bundobust that started off in Leeds - you certainly won't find yourself hungry or at a loss for somewhere to eat here.

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