This £30 bottomless brunch comes with some of the best food in Leeds.
Described as a 'relaxed fine dining restaurant', Shears Yard is repeatedly on hot lists for the best food in Leeds (not to mention its admirable score of 85% on the Rate Good Roasts scale).
Offering an intimate dining experience, the chefs here are experimental and offer evolving menus guided by seasonality and local produce. Open four days a week, with a flavoursome lunch menu on offer, we can only think of one way that will improve the delectable choice of meat and sarnies: bottomless booze.
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Of course, like all good Leeds restaurants, Shears Yard doesn't disappoint in this department either. Every Saturday for £30 per person, guests can expect a ninety minute bottomless experience with plenty of drinks and the same quality of food as on the regular menu.
The idea here is you choose one brunch dish and one alcoholic beverage at a time (although you can have this refilled as many times as you'd like) across an hour and a half.
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Choose from winter warmers like wild mushroom and truffle orzo with roasted butternut squash with lemon and sage pangratatto or opt for a pork belly slice in black treacle glaze, Roscoff onion with ham hock and cheddar parsley liquor, carrot and suede.
Early brunchers will be keen to snap up the likes of smoked bacon and cumberland sausage sandwich in a brioche bun with onion chutney, rocket and pickles, whilst those looking for a balance of protein and carbs may opt for the smoked salmon with a warm salad of new potatoes, seaweed and capers in a buttermilk dressing.
The braised beef and root vegetable ragout is a standalone special served with buttered mash, rocket and parmesan salad: this mouthwatering combination would be our choice, particularly as the bottomless drink options would complement the flavours perfectly.
Bare in mind, this is just a sample of the menu for Shears Yard and as the restaurant mindfully alter their menu according to seasonality and produce available, so it's likely each time you visit you can try a brand-new dish. So really, there's even more reason to visit often.
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Washing these culinary delights down is a choice of hand-pulled ales, the Czech pale pilsner, Prahva, poured by the pint; as well as bottomless classics like Aperol Spritz and Prosecco.
If that's not enough to tempt you, Shears Yard's cocktail Strawberry Fizz, with a Briottet Fraiser liquer, strawberry syrup and lemon topped with Familifa Botter Prosecco might just be the laid-back drink you need to finish off the afternoon. Failing that, there's always a Bloody Mary.
"After years of late nights, strong cocktails, and incredible stories; The Maven will close its doors"
It's a sad day for the Leeds night life scene, as a beloved speakeasy bar has today announced that it will be closing its doors for good.
The Maven has been a firm favourite for many years with those looking to enjoy some experimental and expertly made cocktails.
Hidden behind an unassuming door at the top of Call Lane, it was a great spot to visit if you were looking for something that little bit special.
Announcing the news to their social media, The Maven said: "From the bottom of our hearts we thank you for being our guests over the years and promise that until then, we'll do our best to give you the best nights out on Call Lane."
Luxury Leeds steakhouse to undergo huge £1.2 million renovation
Clementine Hall
Leeds restaurant The Cut & Craft has announced further expansion plans for the spring.
Swanky all-day dining restaurant and bar, The Cut & Craft, is expanding its popular Leeds site, investing a whopping £1.2 million to create a new adjoining elegant bar, lounge and private spaces.
Located within the former historic Collinson’s Cafe, the renovation will transform the former neighbouring Paul Smith store, to extend the existing brand offering.
The extension will celebrate the original beauty of the space, whilst acknowledging the legacy of Wallace Hartley - a talented musician who played at Collinson’s Cafe in the early 1900s before his role as bandleader on Titanic during its maiden voyage.
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The Grade II-listed building’s features including its iconic glass dome, stained glass and circular central bar will remain, with the addition of two beautifully designed private dining rooms.
The extension is due for competition this spring and will transform the existing venue into a space with seating for an impressive 370 covers.
Oscar Akgul, CEO at The Cut & Craft said: “Planning for this new chapter began within the first year of opening. By year two, it was clear that we required additional space to serve the city’s appetite for The Cut & Craft’s signature hospitality.
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“The brand’s deep affinity with the Victoria Quarter and the heritage of the building played an essential role in the decision to grow here.
“We want to thank our regular guests and everyone who has joined us at The Cut & Craft Leeds since opening and we look forward to entering this exciting new chapter with you all.”