YouTuber Danny Malin from the Yorkshire-based series Rate My Takeaway found a hidden-in-plain-sight burger menu this week.
The Brewery Tap, adjacent to the Trinity Car Park on New Station Street is a popular destination for match day pints. Located just moments from Leeds train station, there's rarely a seat spare on any given weekend, but after Danny Malin's raving review, it's going to be even more of a struggle.
Inconspicuously hidden inside Brewery Tap is Big Buns: a burger and takeaway joint that's serving up what Danny Malin proudly called "a beautiful meal" with smash burgers, loaded fries and fiery sauce on the menu.
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Malin started his latest YouTube episode, named 'the takeaway that has chips for spoons' by letting viewers know his love for burgers gives him a keen eye for quality, stating "me and burgers go together like bread and butter" before heading into Brewery Tap and setting up his pop-up table outside on New Station Street.
The takeaway connoisseur put two burgers and a portion of loaded fries to the taste test, opting for The Frenchie and The Junior burgers as well as the loaded Volcano Fries.
The Frenchie is made up of two 28 day dry-aged smash patties stacked with shredded lettuce, American cheese and then a whole host of onions: there's diced onion, crispy shallots and sweet caramelised onion, as well as BB burger sauce and dill pickles between two toasted brioche buns.
The Rate My Takeaway star commented: "The beautiful beef patties have got so much flavours in them [...] but the combination of the crispy onions and the sweet caramelised onions really brings it together"
Also testing out the single patty Junior burger ("the brioche buns are so soft... they taste amazing) and the Volcano Fries, an eruption of rustic skin fries piled high with smash patty, pickles, jalapenos, Frank's red hot sauce, BB onion strings, cayenne pepper and nachos cheese sauce, Malin was clearly impressed by the menu.
Describing the Volcano Fries as "a deconstructed burger on top of the chips with loads of seasoning", the Rate My Takeaway episode ended with the taste of a brioche Nutella bun.
Volcano Fries. Image: Big Buns
The Nutella burger is off the menu and given out to customers as a free surprise when they order their meal.
Malin said it's a nostalgic treat that "reminds you of childhood chocolate spread sandwiches" and appears to bring a unique touch to the menu that other Leeds takeaways will struggle to compete with.
Big Buns stated that it's a normal gesture of goodwill that all guests will usually receive, not something that only the YouTuber was offered.
The meal deal consumed mirrors the deal for two, which includes two burgers and one portion of loaded fries. The meal deal is usually priced at £31.00, but currently is advertised with 10% off on Deliveroo.
The final words from Danny Malin were "Value for money and taste is spot on. A beautiful meal, nothing less than a solid 10 from me".
Image: Rate My Takeaway
The episode has received over 3,000 likes since its release earlier this week and the comments section has been flooded with praise for the takeaway.
One viewer commented: "I could tell it was going to be a 10 from the moment you stepped inside and the chef came out. Presentation, cleanliness, great service. The food looked great".
Another was tempted to try out the fries for themselves: "I might just try some more loaded fries within the next few days after seeing this,I've tried beef loaded fries which were really tasty, need to try chicken loaded on my next visit, and at £3.95 for a portion is actually a bargain, especially after seeing the price for this one here".
Next time we're passing by Leeds train station, we know exactly where to stop for a bite to eat, though we are hoping a Nutella brioche is included in our order too.
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Successful Sheffield charity walk returns to Meadowhall to support people living with dementia
Sheffield Hospitals Charity and Meadowhall have announced the return of the Red Shoe Walk for 2026.
After a hugely successful debut event last year that brought hundreds of people together and raised over £12,000 - The Red Shoe Walk is back.
The community event returns on Sunday 2nd August and will once again see families and friends walk the accessible route around Meadowhall to raise vital funds for people living with dementia across Sheffield.
The Red Shoe Walk was inspired by one woman's lifelong love of red shoes - a simple memory trigger that helps her connect with her past.
As you lace up, you're invited to take a moment to reflect on your own memories. Photos, music, familiar objects and special places can help bring back older memories and create a sense of connection.
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Everyone taking part will walk a 2km route round Meadowhall. The walk starts at 10am with registrations open from 9am at the Summer Beach Club. The route is flat, accessible and suitable for all ages - so nobody has to miss out.
After the walk has finished you will get free access and unlimited rides until midday at Meadowhall's Summer Beach Club.
.Not only that, but singer songwriter Joe Carnall Jnr will perform live at the start of this year’s Red Shoe Walk.
Best known as a member of Sheffield-band Milburn and previously Reverend & The Makers, Joe will be joined by cast members from his brand-new musical ‘How Could I Forget?’ as part of the warm-up for the walk.
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The musical is a heartfelt love letter to grandparents, inspired by Joe’s own family experience with dementia and loss. The show has sold out an impressive three nights at Sheffield Theatres and tickets have recently been released for the Carriageworks in Leeds.
Joe said: “My grandad passed away with dementia over 10 years ago and I got the inspiration for the musical from him. I want to do the walk with my three young children, reminisce and tell stories about him and connect with other people who have their own experiences of dementia.”
Beth Crackles, CEO of Sheffield Hospitals Charity said: “We’re thrilled with how the first ever Red Shoe Walk brought our community together in solidarity and are beyond excited to bring it back for 2026. It will be such a poignant moment to have Joe and the cast from ‘How Could I Forget’ perform live ahead of the walk, and we’re so grateful for their support.
"We hope to see lots of people there, walking together as a community to make a real difference for people living with dementia and their loved ones.”
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Darren Pearce, Centre Director at Meadowhall said: “Dementia touches the lives of so many families across our local community, and we’re incredibly proud to be working with Sheffield Hospitals Charity to host the Red Shoe Walk for a second time.
“Building on the success of last year’s event – which raised over £10,000 for the charity – it’s brilliant to be welcoming Joe Carnall Jnr to perform this year. The performance will start the event perfectly, as people once again come together to raise vital funds for those affected by dementia throughout the city.”
Not only that, but football legends Tony Currie, John Pearson and John Breckin from Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United have also joined forces to back the walk, raising awareness and funds for dementia care across Sheffield.
Prices are £7 per adult, £4 per child, £18 for a family of four and under 3’s go free. Each ticket includes an exclusive Red Shoe Walk t-shirt to wear on the day, access to a range of exclusive discounts at participating Meadowhall retailers plus free entry and free rides at the Summer Beach Club until midday.
Sign up by midnight on Thursday 30 July.
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Big name restaurant closes Leeds city centre site after seven years
Clementine Hall
A popular restaurant chain has closed permanently in Leeds city centre.
Popular pizzeria Franco Manca has closed its Leeds restaurant.
The chain was famed for its relaxed atmosphere, quick service and affordable sourdough Neapolitan pizzas that were on offer for as little as a fiver.
The chain occupied the site on the outskirts of Trinity Shopping Centre on Trinity Street, next door to Itsu and overlooking the back entrance of Marks and Spencer.
Hoardings have now gone up, signifying the site is now empty and Franco Manca has permanently closed.
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This can also be seen on Google when searching for the restaurant branch.
It was announced earlier this year that a number of Franco Manca's restaurants would be closing across the country.
This was down to a reconstructing plan approved by creditors for the chain. The brand said it had been knocked by “disproportionately high” UK taxes and a lack of business rates relief for hospitality.
Marcel Khan, chief executive of parent firm Fulham Shore, said at the time: “We are grateful for the support shown by our creditors today.
“Franco Manca is a fantastic brand with a strong heritage and loyal customer base. With this agreement in place, we will put the business back on a firm footing and press ahead with strengthening our customer offer and performance.”
The Leeds brand was not included in the initial list of restaurant closing, but it seems further closures were made.
Sophie Smith -
25th March 2022 
