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Rabbit Hole Coffee to close cafe inside the Victoria Quarter

"Thank you to everyone who made this happen in the first place but most of all thank you to the amazing people who have worked with us here."

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The site adjoined to Harvey Nichols has served thirsty shoppers for three years.

If you've ever needed a pick me up whilst browsing the Victoria Quarter in the city centre, then you've most likely stopped by Rabbit Hole Coffee.

The striking blue and pink pop-up opened in 2022 and has been a popular spot for a light bite to eat alongside a great cup of coffee ever since.

Sadly, they have now announced their closure declaring their last day of service will be Sunday 12 January 2025.

Announcing the news to Instagram, Rabbit Hole Coffee said: "Well, what was meant to be a 3 month pop up celebrating local suppliers and cheeky Leeds baristas in the middle of Leeds poshest place to shop turned into 3 whole years!! 

"Its now time for us to say goodbye. Our last day at Harvey Nichols will be 12th January 2025. It's been a massive rollercoaster of emotions and such an amazing experience. We have been welcomed with open arms by Sally and her team at Harvey Nichols Leeds (the best f**king department store in town!) 

"I'll try sum up, I hated the first year, we tried to deliver too much, failed and it was too posh for me.

"The second year we made some changes and wanted to be more true to our own relaxed style of customer service and it started to work! We were charming middle class people left, right and centre. Started to like the poshness.

"The third year has been truly amazing. I think we nailed something great Yorkshire weirdness in stunning environment and I've loved every minute (alright almost every minute) I reckon I'm quite posh myself y'know

"Thank you to everyone who made this happen in the first place but most of all thank you to the amazing people who have worked with us here. Remember that first weekend having to hand write checks and ring through sales at the end? Remember the printer being just out of range of the till and it ruinung our day countless times? Remember when I decided it'd be a good idea to rent the kiosk space right next to us for a f**king fortune? What the flip was I thinking??

"Anyway I'm rambling a bit, thank you to all that came to visit, you're massively appreciated. Its been a hell of a ride.

We've got a couple of announcements coming up in the next week dropping some new locations in the New Year. Come see us over Christmas for lunch and go see the legends upstairs in the Brasserie for tea!!"

Alas, it's not all doom and gloom as you can still get your hands on a Rabbit Hole Coffee over in Moortown and on the Leeds Beckett Campus.

And if you find yourself in the arcades doing your Christmas shopping over the next few weeks, make sure to stop by and give them a proper farewell.

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The popular Manchester brunch spot serving all things viral is coming to Leeds  

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A brunch spot made famous across the pond is opening a site in Leeds.

If you're a fiend for all things brunch, then this news is going to get you a little bit excited.

Bruncho is known for its brunch dishes that have a real knack for going viral on social media, including New York-style breakfast rolls in croissant bread; fresh coconut water and matcha served in the coconut; and its innovative watermelon sandwiches.

Oh, and they also went viral for serving a Labubu French Toast...but we'll let the photos do the talking on that one.

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They've currently got one site in Manchester city centre with one more almost ready to open its doors, and now they're making their way across the Pennines and opening their first Yorkshire cafe right here in Leeds. Aren't we lucky.

Announcing the exciting news to Instagram, Bruncho said: "We’ve been keeping a HUGE SECRET, but now it’s finally time to share… LEEDS CITY CENTRE WE’RE COMING FOR YOU!!

"Keep your eyes peeled on our socials, we’ll be announcing our opening date SOON!!"

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With queues constantly forming at their cafe in Deansgate, Manchester - we're sure that their weird and wonderful creations will go down just as well here in Leeds.

It's not the first brunch spot to make their way over, with Federal opening on Boar Lane earlier this year that has been packed out ever since.

We'll of course keep you in the loop with opening dates as and when we find out but for now, Bruncho we can't wait to welcome you to our city.

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Where to find the best sandwiches in Leeds city centre and beyond

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There’s nothing better than a good filling between two fluffy slices of bread, and we’re here to tell you the best places to find them in Leeds.

From hot roast sarnies and hefty subs as long as your arm, to solid breakfast butties and fluffy focaccias, if you’re a sandwich lover in Leeds then you’re well catered for.

Keep reading to find some of the best places to get a butty in Leeds and beyond.

Loosen your belts a little, folks.

Cheesy Living Co.

The Corn Exchange, Oakwood and Pudsey

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If you're working in the city and fancy something special for your lunch, then popping into The Corn Exchange to pay a visit to the legends at Cheesy Living Co. is just the thing.

Their fluffy focaccia is baked fresh every day and packed with their delicious cheeses, cured meats, local chutneys and topped with tangy pickles to take the edge of. Have in or takeaway, it's completely up to you.

Alfonso's

Grand Arcade

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Relatively new on the sandwich scene, Alfonso's Deli in the Grand Arcade is serving up ultimate toasted Cuban sandwiches as well as stacked subs. They're also dishing out unreal breakfast bagels which are the perfect hangover cure if you've had a couple the night before.

Silver's Deli

268 Stanningley Rd, Bramley, Leeds LS13 3BS

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Fancy a big fat hoagie as long as your arm? Then get yourself to Bramley as soon as possible.

The moment Silver's touched down on the Leeds food scene it's truly been the talk of the town ever since, with people flocking from far and wide to queue for their ridiculously delicious subs.

Stacked breakfast buns good enough to cure any hangover and New York-style hoagies all made using the very best, quality ingredients.

Here Comes The Bun

77 Otley Road, Headingley, LS6 3PS

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Just when you think you can’t love The Swine Bistro and the team behind it anymore, they relaunch their sandwich hatch, Here Comes The Bun.

Open on Fridays and Sunday, you can pre-order and get your mitts on a different sandwich every single week. Chef Paul is pulling out all the stops, think lamb merguez with harissa mayo, chicken fried steak and the ultimate brekkie buns all on homemade potato rolls

Granny G's

36 Wellington Street, LS1 2DE

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If fully-loaded subs get you going, then Granny G's inside Green Room is the one to beat.

Choose from shrimp po’boys, spicy deli meats, and our personal favourite - the OG chicken parm (which is 100% worth the mess).

Things In Bread

15 Boar Lane, LS1 6EN

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Things In Bread is now a proper Leeds classic, and their concept is perfectly simple. Classic sandwiches which you might find in your average meal deal but elevated to the next level.

The bread is specially created to make the best ever sandwich, crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, perfectly square and baked fresh on the daily. 

With a cracking selection of seasonal specials, you'll constantly be coming back for more to have a taste of what's new.

La Grassa

Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley

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From the team behind Stuzzi comes La Grassa, located inside Amity Brew Co. inside Sunny Bank Mills they're serving up everything Italian American. Expected sandwiches bigger than your for arm which pair perfectly with a pint or two.

Brød Sandwich Bar

31 Great George Street, Leeds LS1 3BB

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Brod sandwich bar is an institution. This family-run independent sandwich shop has been serving us hungry lot for 20 years now, filling our lunch hour with the tastiest, freshest sarnies that you can get your hands on.

Fully customisable with a HUGE range of ingredients, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and all at really affordable prices too.

Friends of Ham

4 - 8 New Station Street, LS1 5DL

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Friends of Ham don't just serve up banging charcuterie boards, but they're really good at serving unreal toasties too.

The sourdough is perfectly buttery and jam packed with layers of meat and salty, melted cheese. And of course served with a pile of pickles on the side for good measure.

Eat Your Greens

42 New York Street, LS2 7DY

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There's no denying we love this special spot that champion the very best local produce in everything they do, but their sandwiches are also seriously something to shout about.

Grab to go or savour every mouthful in their light drenched space. The flavours rotate with the season but if you have chance to sample the pork mince sandwich with black pudding, house smoked bacon and bunt apple ketchup then it'll be the best decision you have ever made.

Morty's Focacceria

White Cloth Hall

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Inside Leeds' newest food hall you'll find Morty's, a dough haven serving up Sicilian style slices and of course, sarnies.

These bad boys are made with freshly-made panuozzo bread that is baked on-site every single day, filled with two big stacks of fried mortadella and topped with melted provolone, mustard mayo, pickles and a drizzle of garlic oil.

You'll need a nap after, but it'll be worth it.

Shokupan

27 Wellington Street, LS1 4EA

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This absolute gem on Wellington Street are serving up delicious, Japanese katso sandos that you'll want to fit into your weekly routine.

Husband and wife team, Alan and Alison, took inspiration from trips around the world to bring Leeds a menu of delicious Japanese-inspired sandos on Shokupan- a Japanese milk bread known for its light, fluffy texture, golden crust and a subtly sweet flavour. 

Get a side of the crispy karaage chicken on the side too, you won't regret it.

Livett's Coffee Shop

6 St. Peters Square, LS98AH⁠

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If you're round that side of town, then grabbing a sarnie from Livett's is a no brainer.

There’s a flavour combo for everyone to get their chops around, from fresh Caprese, Falafel and Houmous, and a packed out Italian Deli sub. ⁠But keep your eyes pealed because these flavours are always changing.
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All served on a satisfyingly soft demi baguette from the best of the best, Balzersen Bakery, and made fresh daily, you already know these bad boys will blow your bog standard meal deal out of the water.⁠

Read more: One of Leeds’ best brunch spots has a brand new menu – and it’s absolutely banging

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