That's right matcha girlies, the biggest Blank Street EVER is about to open in Leeds.
It's the moment we've all been waiting for as Blank Street is finally opening in Leeds.
But the euphoria doesn't stop there, because it is officially the biggest Blank Street in the world...and it's going to be right here in Leeds.
Located at 48 Albion Street, Blank Street Leeds will open its doors at 8:00am this Saturday 22nd November, just in time for the launch of its new Winter menu.
Spanning a whopping two floors, customers can expect loads of seating and of course, Blank Street's incredibly aesthetic mint green decor.
So, what's on the new winter menu then? Us Leeds locals will be among the first to experience the brand’s most exciting winter drinks line-up yet, which includes a Blondie Matcha and Espresso Martini Latte. Now that blows your standard Gingerbread Latte out of the water.
We'll also be able to get our hands on Blank Street’s viral favourites, including the White Chocolate Matcha, Blueberry Matcha and signature cold brew.
Ignacio Llado, Co-Founder at Blank Street commented “We’re thrilled to be expanding across the country into a new region, and even more excited to open what is truly our most beautiful store yet. Spanning two floors in one of Leeds’ most iconic buildings, it will be the largest Blank Street in the world.
"The response to our northern launches has been incredible, and Leeds felt like the natural next step. At Blank Street, we believe in finding joy in the everyday, and we can’t wait to share that spirit with the people of Leeds this winter.”
We'll see you there Leeds, which matcha will you be going for?
Manchester's favourite Mexican bar is about to become your newest nightlife destination in Leeds.
It's been a long time coming, but Salon Madre is officially ready to open in Leeds.
Although we may have to wait a little bit longer for Madre, the day-to-night eatery that has made waves over in Manchester and Liverpool, Salon Madre, its lively tequila bar and pool hall sibling, is officially opening on Friday 20 February.
Salon Madre, which will be located just around the corner from Madre at 114 Wellington Street, is where the party really gets started.
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Expect tequila-fuelled nights, pool tables, lively DJs and Lucha Libre on the big screens.
There will also be plenty of tacos being flung out the kitchen to keep you going until the early hours.
If you’ve ever visited one of their venues in Manchester or Liverpool, you’ll know it’s an absolute riot and we can’t wait to welcome them to the city.
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Co-founder Sam Grainger, inspired by countless trips to Mexico, says: “Mexico is alive with passionate artisans and cooks, mastering everything from street tacos to regional delicacies. It’s a world where traditions blend and evolve and we’ve built that ethos into the heart of both Madre and Salon Madre.”
Madre Leeds will open soon and you can even grab yourself a free margarita by signing up to their newsletter here.
We’ll keep you up to date with their opening times but for now, we'll see you at Salon Madre for a boogie, margarita and game of pool next week.
Award-winning Leeds restaurant announces shock closure just months after opening
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Emba in Leeds will be closing its doors with the owner blaming rising costs and pressure on the hospitality sector.
Back in April last year, one of Leeds' top restaurants The Owl closed its doors.
Run by renowned Chef Liz Cottam, The Owl was reimagine into Emba - a trendy restaurant tat bridged 'the gap between cosy bar and vibrant dining room'.
To open Emba, Cottam opened a Crowdfunder where supporters would be awarded with prizes such as VIP dinners and merch depending on how much they donated.
But sadly just months after opening, Emba is to close permanently.
Cottam confirmed the sad news with a statement shared with customers over the weekend, saying she was completely "heartbroken".
She said: “This is no longer the right time to own independent restaurants like Emba,” she said. “Under the current conditions they cannot survive and the recent budget confirmed what so many of us already knew: no meaningful help is coming for hospitality.
"The experience of being here and the harsh financial reality of running a business here no longer stack up.
"Being award winning, popular, admired and loved no longer means profitable and as an industry if we’re honest most of us have not truly been okay since Covid."
She signed off the statement promising to return to the restaurant world, she said: “What I do know is this, I am not done. I will keep cooking, keep creating and keep finding ways to do the thing I love.”
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18th November 2025 
