From high-end restaurants and student-friendly cafes to new gyms and nightclubs, September saw many new businesses open their doors.
Farmhouse opened in Lands Lane with a mouth-watering menu of traditional breakfast items as well as burgers and steaks while popular gym group Ultra Flex opened its first nightclub in the city centre.
Here are 12 exciting new openings you must try – and five more on the way.
7. Ultra Nightclub
Ultra Flex, a popular gym group, opened its first nightclub in the city centre last month located in the former Dollhouse venue. There are two rooms, a dancefloor, booths and a VIP area for its weekly events, bottomless brunches and industry events. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. The Collective
The award-winning Craig Rogan, former executive chef at the Dakota Hotel, announced he will be heading a new restaurant inside The Collective on Boar Lane. He has previously hosted a series of fine-dining pop-up events at The Collective but now joined the team permanently. The menu offers brunch, contemporary cuisine and even a Sunday roast. Photo: Tony Johnson
9. The Leeds People’s Gym
The Leeds People’s Gym, a new gym that promises to provide a “safe and supportive environment” for people of all backgrounds and abilities, opened last month. Located on Mabgate, the gym offers a range of classes, including strength training, yoga, HIIT and more. It also has a personal training academy, where those interested in the fitness industry can become personal trainers. Photo: The Leeds People’s Gym
10. Ink Kingz Academy
A top-rated tattoo parlour also opened its doors in September. Ink Kingz Tattoo and Piercing Studio on Oxford Place is the third venue opened by founder James Williams and his partner Nicole. It pledges to offer "bespoke designs" to all its clients, created to their specification and story. The website added: "We love working closely with our clients to create a mural that will last a lifetime." Photo: James Hardisty
11. Jimmy Fairly
Jimmy Fairly has also opened inside Victoria Quarter. It promises high-quality and affordable optical and prescription glasses, as well as sunglasses. It also offers eye tests by expert optometrists, which can be booked in store and online. This venue is the brand's first in the north and fourth outside London, and Jimmy Fairly will also be opening a site in Manchester soon. Photo: National World
12. Leeds United Football Club Store
A new football club store for Leeds United opened in Trinity Shopping Centre Leeds last month. Based on the ground floor, ext to the Lego Store, fans are now able to buy all the latest replica kits from the current season, match scarfs, gifts and other souvenirs. There is also a full shirt printing service on offer. Photo: Leeds United Football Club Store