Whitelock’s to relaunch Meanwood Pub with Detroit pizzas and Yorkshire beers

The former East of Arcadia is going to reopen under a new guise in September.

Back in May, the team behind Whitelock’s and The Turk’s Head, the oldest pub in Leeds, acquired a new Meanwood property, East of Arcadia.

Since taking over, the new owners have invested a six-figure sum into the building to complete a full refurb and rebrand before reopening in September.

The acquisition was a new move for the company, who currently own pubs steeped in history. Whitelock’s first opened in 1715 and is locally known to be the oldest pub in Leeds, whilst The Turk’s Head was estimated to exist around the same era- named after the family that once owned the building.

East of Arcadia will become The Meanwood Tavern. / Image: East of Arcadia

Choosing the name The Meanwood Tavern, the pub is said to take inspiration from traditional British pubs, but offering a contemporary twist that will see a refreshed new site with all-new bar and seating areas, and capacity for up to 160 guests.

The tavern is going to have a particular focus on locality, bringing together a plentiful drinks menu with craft beers from Yorkshire and well-kept real ales, as well as a full selection of wines, spritz and a dedicated cocktail menu.

Ales from Whitelock’s. / Image: Whitelock’s Ale House

Read More: Whitelock’s acquires Meanwood’s East of Arcadia

Taking over the kitchen, indie pizza operators Well Oiled will be showcasing the best of Detroit-style slices from October 2022.

Inspired by the unique American style of cooking pizzas in rectangular steel pans, Well Oiled also focuses on championing locals without compromising on quality. Think artisan-made slices topped with meats, veggies and flavours from local British producers and housemade fermented and pickled ingredients.

The Full Spec Pizza from Well Oiled. / Image: Supplied

Having sold the public on a series of successful pop-ups, Well Oiled will be topping their focaccia-style doughs with toppings aplenty. Take the Full Spec pizza for example, we’re talking about Trealy Farm fennel salami, whipped ricotta, hot honey and pepper mash, whilst sharers include the brand’s signature garlic donut bread with a whole burrata centre, filled with turbo chimichurri.

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More information is expected to follow about the opening date for The Meanwood Tavern in the coming weeks.

Feature Image- Whitelock’s / Well Oiled

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