Leeds restaurant and bar, Nyla’s, has announced an exciting expansion ahead of its first birthday this autumn.
The trendy venue is taking an additional floor in its current building on Briggate in the city centre to double the bar’s capacity, creating a much larger venue and an exclusive private hire space.
The six-figure expansion will provide plenty more room for eating, drinking and dancing.
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Nyla’s was born from the vision of three friends who set out to create a venue that was vibrant, welcoming and the perfect hangout for any social occasion.
Since opening last October they've gone from strength to strength, gaining a huge social media following and becoming a local favourite for party goers, and this is only the beginning.
The new upper floor will include plenty of greenery, statement lighting and bold design touches - in classic Nyla style.
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Nyla’s general manager, Alicia Varley, said: “From day one, the goal at Nyla’s has been to blend great food, cocktails, and music in a setting that feels unique and above all fun.
"After an incredible first year we have rapidly outgrown our space and couldn’t be more grateful for the overwhelming support we’ve had from the Leeds community and our valued regular customers. We can’t wait to unveil our new look just in time to celebrate our first birthday.”
Alongside the expansion guests can look forward to a brand-new menu as well as a refreshed cocktail list and expanded drinks offering.
With the new space also comes a broader calendar of events. Guests can expect themed nights, extra resident DJs on weekends and new weekly offers.
Building works are underway and the new site is set to open in time for their first birthday so get ready and prepare to party at the new and improved Nyla's.
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
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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.
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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.
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