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.
Image: Rate My Takeaway
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.
Feature Image- Big Buns UK
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Everything you need to know about watching the solar eclipse in Leeds
People all across the UK will be able to see an almost total solar eclipse in the sky this evening.
For the first time this century, with the last one being all the way back in 1999, people in the UK and Ireland – including here in Leeds – will get to see 90-96% of the sun covered by the moon today (12 August 2026), and if that wasn’t exciting enough as it is, this will be the last chance to do so until 2081.
NASA and Royal Museums Greenwich has confirmed that tomorrow’s solar eclipse will be the most coverage seen from the UK and Ireland since the 1999 event.
But what can astronomy fans in Leeds expect from today’s eclipse? When will it be happening? How much coverage is our region going to see? And where are some of the best places to watch?
First up, let’s get the basics out the way – what is a solar eclipse? A solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sun’s light either partly or fully.
Although the UK will only see a partial solar eclipse this time, some other countries – such as parts of Iceland, Spain, Portugal, and Greenland – will be lucky enough to witness the spectacle of a total eclipse for a duration of up to two minutes and 18 seconds.
When will it be happening?
The eclipse is set to start at 6:13pm in Greater Manchester, and will run right through to 8:03pm – with the peak happening at 7:10pm.
How much coverage can Greater Leeds expect?
Of course, we always have to preface anything we say about astronomical events like this by saying ‘it depends on the weather’, as we do like in the north after all, and even though it is the height of summer, that won’t stop the skies from being overcast.
Luckily though, the Met Office is predicting some of the best weather conditions for an event like this in a long time, so it really is worth watching.
Spectators in Leeds will see 90 - 92% coverage, according to expert sources.
How can I watch the eclipse safely?
If there’s one thing experts are stressing, it’s the need to take correct precautions if you are planning to watch tomorrow.
The most important thing is to wear eclipse glasses and avoid looking directly at the sun.
It’s true that during an eclipse, the sun does appears dimmer therefore making it easier to look at directly, however solar radiation can still reach and damage the retina, often without causing any pain, so you may not realise harm is occurring until it’s too late.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) advises that there are two safe approaches – specialist eclipse viewers, or indirect viewing methods.
Eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers must be genuine, sold by a reputable retailer, and have specially designed filters that meet the international safety standard ISO 12312-2:2015(E). They must also have no scratches, tearing, or damage to the lens.
Old pairs may not be reusable, and sunglasses should never be used.
Indirect view methods include viewing the sun’s image projected through a colander or the gaps between tree leaves on to white paper, or using a pinhole pierced in one sheet of card and projected on to another.
Facial fitness brand loved by celebrities to open second standalone store outside of London in Leeds
Clementine Hall
We hope you're ready for your workout, because Facegym is coming to Leeds.
You may be wondering...what on earth is Facegym? And to be fair, you've got a point.
Facegym, as they themselves describe it, a 'non-invasive fitness studio concept for the face' using high-intensity facial massage, hand manipulation, and electrical muscle stimulation technology to tone, lift, and sculpt the face without surgery.
Unsurprisingly, it's loved by celebrities worldwide and currently occupies five standalone stores in London, one in Cambridge as well as a pop-up in Space NK in Selfridges Manchester.
Facegym will be opening inside the coveted Victoria Gate, taking over a 1,772 square foot studio.
Image: The Hoot Leeds
Angelo Castello, chief executive at Facegym, said: “We’re incredibly excited to bring Facegym to Leeds and to open in the beautiful Victoria Gate. The city has a thriving beauty, wellness, and retail scene, making it the perfect location for our next studio.
“We’ve seen growing demand from customers across Yorkshire, and we can’t wait to introduce even more people to the benefits of facial fitness.”
James Edmondson, asset manager at Victoria Leeds owner Redical, said: “Facegym comes at a transformative time for Victoria Leeds, as we continue to branch out and diversify our tenant mix to a degree that sets us apart from the rest.
“This firmly reflects our position as a prime pitch for brands that want to expand outside of London, as we remain not only a place to shop but also a premium lifestyle choice.”
That's all the information we have for now, but we'll keep you updated with opening times as and when we find out more but in the meantime - get your face ready for the workout of its life.
Sophie Smith -
25th March 2022 
