It was a city spoilt for choice when it came to dining out in the heart of Leeds in the 1990s. Diners could choose from a vast range of restaurants offering food and drink to cater for all tastes and budgets. These photos plucked from the Yorkshire Evening Post archive, many of which have been digitised for the first time, are sure to evoke memories for a generation of foodies. Well known restaurants such as Ike’s, La Comida, Sous Le Nez, Hansa’s, Darbar and Leodis are all featured as well as many less familiar gems such as Pavarotti’s, Brigg-Shots Bistro and La Dolce Vita. Also included are eateries such as Franglais which won the prestigious Oliver’s Restaurant of the Year award during the decade. READ MORE: Unseen photos chart of a golden age of Leeds pub culture LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Leeds city centre restaurants in the 1990s
Enjoy these mouth-watering memories of Leeds city centre restaurants in the 1990s. | YPN Photo: YPN
2. Pavarotti's
Pavarotti's on Infirmary Street was opened in March 1993 by Geoff King. It was named after the larger than life Italian singer out of respect for the star's legendary love of food. | YPN Photo: YPN
3. La Grillade
The new La Grillade restaurant on Wellington Street pictured in January 1994. | YPN Photo: YPN
4. La Grillade
Some of the staff at La Grillade in December 1993. Pictured, from left, are Kemal Chetitah, Olivier Largot, Andy Bennett, Oronzo Padalino, Baerry Dixon and Lionel Strub. | YPN Photo: YPN
5. Brigg-Shots Bistro
Brigg-Shots Bistro was on Queen's Court off Briggate. Pictured in March 1991. | YPN Photo: YPN
6. Brigg-Shots Bistro
This is Gill Richardson, owner of Brigg-Shots Bistro, pictured in April 1993. | YPN Photo: YPN