Reviews in Leeds City Centre

What a lovely little restaurant, had the Christmas menu the starter, main and dessert were outstanding very nice, and taking your own wine was no problem... will definitely go back in the new year.... excellent all round. . .

Great food and staff who make you feel more than welcome. The place was buzzing at 7.30pm on a Friday night and had a wonderful atmosphere. We certainly had no complaints about the yummy sangria!

I can hardly bear to tell everyone about this wonderful restaurant and let the secret out but the owner, Bafti, is so nice that he deserves the extra custom. La Besi is a cosy little Italian bistro with a stylish interior, delicious food and charming staff. Even the chef is Italian and the whole place exudes an ambience of quality and pleasure. Not only is the standard of cuisine and service high, the price had me won over. Change from £30 for a three course meal for two. You don't see that often outside the faceless chain restaurants who only serve up bland meals. I have to confess I am a sucker for these little independent family restaurants anyway because the service is so much better and I am a bit tired of the big chains, but with La Besi it has everything else going for it as well. I highly recommend the steak or the seafood risotto. Can't wait to have my Christmas works meal there. Enjoy this little slice of Italian perfection before it gets too trendy and booked up. At the moment they are only small, with about seven or eight tables inside. Luke.

Having booked Room Only we searched for somewhere to eat breakfast. The lady who owns the place is delightfully eccentric. She sings along to Italian songs at the top of her voice and doesn't hesitate to express her feelings, shouting at staff and customers alike. After a short while we entered into the spirit, laughing with abandoned enjoyment, and we felt that we were in an Italian trattoria. We enjoyed our breakfast so much that we returned the next morning. The food was freshly cooked and there was plenty of it! This is the ONLY place to eat breakfast in Leeds!

The young French chief is able to produce very good food. Bar manager knows his customers. Black Sheep (First Class)and other beers are good/Look at the different drinks behind the bar

This restaurant is two words for you SPOT ON. Absolutely gorgeous, taken loads of friends their and they agree. The boxes are fantastic. You pay for what you get, well worth it

What a cocktail Bar but pleeeeeeeeeeeeease do not tell too many as I would hate the secret to get out what an electric night of music with DJ Harvey. Keep it up Boutique. My fave venue.

The best indian food I have ever eaten! It was lively I think we were lucky to get a table. I would eat there every night if I could

Viva Cuba is the gem of Leeds. Every aspect of it is superb. Food, atmosphere, staff and the actual restaurant itself. I really can't understand why anyone wouldn't like this place. Yes, it may get busy sometimes, but that just adds to the night. Oh and best king prawns in the world. :)

Maxis is tasty has its own distinct taste. The kung po chicken is dreamy and the selection is good but i feel limited. Staff are hard working and courteous. A great experience

I went on Thursday 23/11 and was very pleased with the food and the service. We had duck Gyoza and Tori Kara age (fried chicken pieces) and Yaki Udon for main. The food was very tasty and we didn? have to wait long. Would definitely recommend it.

I always enjoy eating at Akhbars, the quality is always excellent and it is always very busy. It does tend to get very noisy though. As I was with some asian friends the waiter did give us the option of having it asian style, beware it involves lots of green chillies!

Went to a VIP party at Boutique at the weekend - this place rocks! Amazing cocktails, really good food, and fabulous music. The atmosphere was electric. I'll definitely be going back!

best italian food and best sandwiches in leeds if any one wants quality and quantity and modesty in price just visit Labesi

Discovered this place in central Leeds with my sister - a veggie chef. We loved it! Lots of choice for veggies and vegans, sushi in abundance but also chicken, pork if you don't fancy the fish or veggie stuff. It's a must. The owner offered us some ice cream to sample - ginger and WOW! Recommended without reservation - we've been back since and will return. Enjoy!!!

The food here is superb - I had the chicken with taleggio cheese and parma ham on rosemary potatoes and it was spot on. However, the service can be a bit slow - it took a long time to get the drinks and food, and the fruit juice I ordered with dessert never arrived.

Ive been to this restaurant loads of times with my mum and on some birthdays it is such a lovely place. It is like walking onto a film set inside there is so many authentic features its so romantic too I love it there. The food is healthy how can u go wrong! Try it!

We have just had a wonderful evening at La Besi, on a hen night celebration. 28 of us were kept in order by the lovely Bafti and his staff. Great food - and they couldn? do enough for us. Bafti's banana split was lovely, and the price was very reasonable. Don? hesitate to go here if you want a good meal...VERY GOOD