Harden's survey result
Summary
An “unpretentious, candlelit French bistro” that offers the “perfect romantic experience”, replete with “authentic” cuisine and “lovely old-fashioned” vibes. Well-established locally, it remains of particular note for its attractive early-bird deals – handy before a trip to the nearby Leeds Playhouse.
Summary
“A warm and intimate” little bistro of over 15 years’ standing near the Leeds Playhouse in traditional French style, with a blackboard menu. “It’s even better value if you take advantage of the early-bird deals”.
Summary
With its soundtrack of French music from the ’30s and ’40s, its dark, candle-lit tables and its blackboard menu of classic Gallic dishes, Halifax-born chef-patron Steve Kendell has recreated his ideal vision of a traditional French bistro, handily close to Leeds Playhouse – with very good atmosphere and service, but also full-flavoured cuisine – which has played to full houses for 16 years now.
Summary
“Intimate… delightfully eclectic” – there’s no shortage of plaudits for this “romantic” fixture, where there’s “no menu but all the choices are on a giant blackboard”. The overall effect is “just like dining in France…confit of duck, French onion soup, boeuf bourguignon etc.”, and the early-evening menu is “amazing value for money” too.
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St Peters Square, Leeds, LS9 8AH
Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Always | £27.95 | £39.95 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
|---|---|---|
| £10.90 | £25.90 | £11.50 |
| Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £21.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.20 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £4.50 |
| Service | 10.00% |
St Peters Square, Leeds, LS9 8AH
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Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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