The Best Restaurants in Chapeltown, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Lovely little Eritrean restaurant. The food is to die for and freshly made. We also had the traditional coffee and it was really good with the beans roasted fresh too.

A real hidden gem of harehills, fantastic, authentic Eritrean cuisine filled with flavour and love! Really good value for money and would recommend the coffee ceremony with popcorn, absolutely fantastic!

Absolutely amazing experience at Abashawel for lunch today! Delicious food and such great service! The food was amazing and so fresh, completely cooked to order…. Cannot recommend enough!

My first time trying Eritrean food and it was delicious. A bit similar to Ethiopian, at the least the dish that we tried. Highly recommend it. We’ll definitely come back to try other dishes.

Smashed it.. SUPPORT THIS RESTAURANT!!! visited Saturday 16th November 2024 for my birthday. - Atmosphere was amazing - Staff were polite and couldn’t be more attentive - The value is unreal. 4 persons, 2 bottles of wine, starters and mains £120. I tipped £30 cash as it was so good. - Made the night very special by offering a free birthday cake which was delicious.. gave us 4 spoons but absolutely no chance. 😂😂 all mine. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

One of the hidden gems of Leeds. Immaculate service and food. The staff is absolutely friendly and welcoming, the owner (Fabio) was very polite, accommodating and takes care of his business. My favorite was the pizza, rich in flavor and texture, crispy (the way I like it). I will definitely be coming back again.

Been wanting to visit for a long time and finally got round to it this week to find it certainly lived up to the hype. The service for a start was incredible, very attentive and super friendly and food came out in good time. The food was beautiful, I can highly recommend the mushroom arancini, the tomato and buffalo mozzarella pasta, and the tiramisu. I would eat all of them again in a heart beat. One thing to note is you definitely need to book. When we booked we found we couldn’t get a date we wanted for a while as it was booked up due to the size of the restaurant, and while we were there we saw them turn away 3 walk ins.

Decided to come here as friends had been and also seen good reviews. We weren't disappointed as the food and service were excellent. Quite small inside but that meant a good atmosphere as all tables were taken. Little rough inside but they are renovating

What a lovely cute little place. The food was amazing. We had the 3 course menu with 2 pints each and it came out at under 80 quid for it all. Amazing price for the quality of food. The duck was brilliant but the starters were the best! We will definitely be back xx

Another lovely meal was had tonight. Not our first visit and definitely not our last. This place never disappoints. Staff are always lovely and welcoming

Second time we've been and it was incredible once again. We tell everyone about this place. Such a great hidden. Gem.

Went here as a couple on Saturday night . The place is only small but this is nice Really enjoyed the food it was lovely We had a table in the corner I had prawns for my starter , salmon for my mains and Chocolate pudding for my dessert. The only thing that was a down side was the service was too fast we would have been out in a hour if we hadn’t asked for some time . No sooner had my starter plate been taken away than my main course had arrived . I personally think it’s nice to just take your time when out for a meal and not feel rushed , The place is licensed but you can take your own wine and pay a small corkage charge which is great Ate here again last night the food was amazing and this time we didn’t feel at all rushed it was lovely Bakewell pudding was delicious in fact I ate it before I took the photo 🤣

Fantastic food! Went for the Chicken yeeros board. Absolutely spectacular. Tender meat, fresh fries & fresh salad. Tzatziki sauce was delicious, one of the best I’ve had. Lovely little restaurant, highly recommend!

That was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. I haven’t even left the building yet and already writing this review 😂 We had the mixed grill for two and everything tasted incredible. Mocktails are also fab 👌🏻 Will definitely be back!

Vegetarian option is tasty, I would like to have more veggies than pita bread that why is 4 not 5. Very kind service and good atmosphere. I do recommend this Greek flavours

What a wonderful evening we have had. The food was outstandingly delicious that exceeded all expectations. The chicken board was delicious which i took home for later! The staff and service were also fantastic. 10/10 experience and we will absolutely be returning!

At last food like I get in Italy.Delicoous hard to find true Italian pasties plus top quality pizza slices made with top tier ingredients. Reminds me of being back in Italy I'm definitely going to be a regular. A MUST VISIT PLACE

I have never been into the restaurant but order the spaghetti in. Their spaghetti and sauce is by far the BEST Italian food I have tasted in Leeds. Lowkey underrated - had to put this review because there are many a time where I have ordered spaghetti pomodoro from other places and it’s turned out bland, dry, undercooked overcooked. Semolino have mastered it.

The Semolino is an absolute find. Real authentic Italian home cooked food. Fabio the chef is brilliant and will alter any orders for dietary requirements. Tiny spaces indoors for eating in or try the takeaway options. This place is so fabulous but don't expect pizza (it's only slices) it's not a pizzeria. It's what you would see in a family run Italian restaurant in Italy. I can't sing highly enough of this place even though I want to keep the best Italian in Leeds a secret!! 😁 We have tried most of the Italian restaurants in Leeds (I live with an Italian) and this beats them all by a country mile.

Chef was very polite and we had a friendly conversation. Prices are affordable. Authentic Italian food is freshly made by him. I had the vegan and vegetarian pizza slices which were amazing. The chicken is halal. I will definitely come back for the pasta.

The best of the best!! My favourite restaurante in the whole country. So authentic. I am so glad this “local” has been given the recognition it deserves. I have been coming to this little taste of heaven for many years now and it gets better every time. The food speaks for itself. They have specials each time which are insanely good. The chorizo dish is the best chorizo al vino I have ever had in my life, considering I lived in Spain for a time. Nothing compares. The people are wonderful, greeting you with a smile and always checking in. The Latin music in the background creates a wonderful atmosphere. And to top it off the sangria both white and red are so delicious. The perfect place for a family gathering, date or catch up. Mi novio dijo “la comida aquí alimenta el alma” y es verdad.

Everything was amazing, from the moment me and my family walked in the waiters were lovely and the food was 100/10. The waiting time isn't even long, and WOW. I'm so impressed at the chefs, all the food was on point, and we congratulated the team as we fortunately were some of the last to come out of the restaurant. It's literally a hidden gem in Leeds and I am DEFINITELY going back. By the way, the tapas by themselves are quite big, so roughly three is enough to fill you up :)

Lovely hidden restaurant, great atmosphere and a very welcoming team providing quick service. Food was tasty and fresh, full of flavour, but unfortunately very salty ! I recommend the octopus dish and aubergine fritters. This place is on the pricier side but a great meal out for an occasion. The recommended 5 plates were not quite filling enough for two people. A lovely evening spent here though, I would come back!

Amazing Tapas, great value for money we had 6 separate dishes with a glass of sangria for less than £100, the atmosphere here is relaxed and cosy you almost forget you’re in the city centre.

I was in this lovely place yesterday with my husband. And I really want to recommend it. Cappuccino was the 1 of the best in my life. The chocolate fudge cake was delicious 😋 and my husband really liked his almond cake😊 Atmosphere was really good. I want to say big thanks to Mary, she made our morning 🫠🥰

Great meal here recently. Though the restaurant is small, the atmosphere is great. The food was well priced and servings were large. The bruschetta starter was particularly delicious, would definitely recommend.

Called here Sunday lunchtime and we received a warm welcome at this clean and tidy establishment. The starters of tomato & basil soup & garlic mushrooms accompanied by fresh bread & butter were all delicious. The mains were mushroom pizza & a garlic & tomato pizza both of which were excellent. The lasagne was also delicious, my only slight niggle is that it would have been perfect with a little more meat. The service was impeccable. The coffee is fantastic. Parking is good.

Been to this lovely cafe a few times now and it has been brilliant each time. Lovely friendly staff, really tasty food. Small cafe but perfect!

Went on a Saturday for the set menu with and added cheese course and suggested wines. Service was relaxed and friendly, and pacing of each course was just right- neither waiting too long or feeling rushed. All the food was well presented, and I particularly enjoyed the lamb main. Will be coming back!

Incredible food- menu changes more or less every week and there’s a set menu that can be adapted for allergies/requirements. Really small place with great service and a good range of natural wines. 100% recommend!

What an incredible place. Beautifully cooked, seasonal menu with the most wonderful wine pairings to run alongside. Everything felt so thoughtful and intentional. Excellent service from friendly, knowledgeable staff. To top it off, it is also incredibly reasonably priced. I think about the time I had at Hern regularly and I cannot wait to go back for more.

Attended this fine establishment for a meal out with my beautiful girlfriend. Celebrating 5 years of our relationship and 5 years of Hern. The food was delicious as always. The Beurre Blanc was notably exquisite.

That was one of the most beautiful meals I’ve had! We came as a family for Christmas Eve and had the set menu. The scallops and pork belly were unbelievably good and cooked to perfection. The rice was great and it made you see how much care they put into all the dishes. We were served by Sean who was exceptional. He made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much.

I recently celebrated my PhD graduation at this fantastic restaurant, and it exceeded all my expectations. The food was nothing short of excellent—every dish on the set menu was thoughtfully crafted, bursting with flavor, and beautifully presented. The value for money was truly incredible, especially considering the quality offered. The staff were exceptionally courteous, making us feel warmly welcomed and ensuring our celebration was perfect. The environment was wonderful—stylish yet comfortable, with just the right ambiance for a special occasion. I can’t recommend this place highly enough!

The food was immaculately presented and absolutely delicious. Very friendly staff, Darrell was very polite. The pecking duck was a particular highlight for both me and my partner! The surroundings are also beautiful with mellow music playing in the background.

A wonderful experience. Lovely, attentive staff, delicious food and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It was a birthday treat and I even got a birthday card from the staff. Such a thoughtful addition

Clean and fresh! The food was spot on as usual at Shimlas, portions are generous and pricing is fair. Can’t complain and consistent across all the shimlas. Fried fish was beautiful, the dynamite chicken sauce was spot on, with the crispy chicken batter. Naan was fresh and fluffy with fresh chicken donner!

Fast and efficient service. We ordered Lamb Shinwari Karahi and it was spot on! The starters were delicious and the portion size was generous.everything was just spot on