Five of the hottest new openings coming to Leeds before the end of the year
We may be coming to the end of the year, but there’s still plenty of new arriving in the city before 2025 is over.
It’s safe to say we’ve have some fabulous new openings touch down in the city this year.
From new pubs by the canal to Scandinavian-inspired cafes, we really have been very lucky.
But we’re not done just yet, as there’s more to come before the year is out and we’re here to tell you about five that we’re most excited about.
So, let’s see what’s making its way to Leeds shall we…
Pop Mart
78 Briggate
Leeds Labubu lovers (try saying that three times), your beloved Pop Mart is on its way.
Pop Mart has officially been granted permission for alterations and the fitting of a new sign for the building at 78 Briggate. So get ready, as the viral toy and collectables shop is just around the corner.
Read more: Pop Mart is officially coming to Leeds as store is approved for Briggate
Vinyl Grounds
30 Central Road
‘Vinyl Grounds’ will be serving up three of our favourite things rolled into one – coffee, wine and vinyl.
The brain child of Saroop and Jay, two Leeds locals with a passion for starting a business, the new spot is currently undergoing major renovation with an aim to open at the end of November.
So, what can we expect from Vinyl Grounds? During the day Vinyl Grounds will be a place to work or sit back and relax with friends whilst enjoying a fabulous coffee or matcha, all to the soundtrack of some smooth jazz played via vinyl of course.
Read more: A trendy new coffee and wine vinyl bar is set to open in Leeds City Centre
Once Upon A Vine
Otley Road, Headingley
Once Upon A Vine is a gorgeous independent wine shop and bar nestled in Horsforth, known for its fabulous tasting room and cheese boards to match.
And after applying for a license to open in Headingley that has just been approved, they’re about to open their second site on Otley Road.
The Victoria
Great George Street
You may remember back in January 2024, two of Leeds beer powerhouses announced they’d be collaborating and bringing an iconic pub back to life. Well after a few set backs, it is finally happening.
Kirkstall Brewery and the owners of Whitelock’s Ale House are set to breathe new life into The Victoria & Commercial Pub on Great George Street, located behind Leeds Town Hall.
It is set to open this Christmas, and we absolutely cannot wait.
Read more: Kirkstall Brewery and Whitelock’s are joining forces to bring a legendary Leeds pub back to life
The Savvy Baker
Trinity Shopping Centre
The Savvy Baker is opening its first ever city centre cafe, and we couldn’t be prouder.
The cafe will be located on Bond Street next to Boots, a stone’s throw away from the train station and Trinity Shopping Centre.
Of course you’ll be able to grab all your favourite brownies, blondies, cookies and other bakes, but there’s some other exciting stuff in the works too.
For the first time ever the shop will feature a dedicated cookie bakery where customers will be able to watch (and smell) all the magic happening through the window. How class is that?
Read more: The Savvy Baker is opening a cafe in Leeds City Centre
Featured images – The Hoot Leeds / Supplied / Once Upon A Vine