Opening May: Bagaara restaurants bring authentic & premium South Indian dining to new Leeds branch
A much-loved Leeds restaurant is opening a new fine dining branch in Roundhay – with a function room and outdoor seating perfect for summer.
Bagaara’s new sister venue Bagaara Utsav is set to open in early May.
It will bring the same high standards of mouth-watering South Indian cooking but this time, it’s combined with a fine dining setting – thanks to executive consultant chef Amardeep Singh Anand who has been carefully curating the menu.
And the Bagaara team – the official community sponsors of Leeds Rhinos – are looking forward to showing Leeds diners what they can do.
To book your table ahead of the big opening via the website www.bagaarautsav.co.uk
Experience the delicious tastes of South India like never before
The original Bagaara bar and restaurant at Stocks Hill has earned a loyal following for its incredible flavours and fun atmosphere. And now its owners are delighted to be branching out with a new eatery near Roundhay Park – Bagaara Utsav.
The name “Utsav,” derived from Sanskrit, translates to “celebration” –perfectly capturing the essence of the new restaurant. While Bagaara has become known for its bold flavours and vibrant atmosphere, Bagaara Utsav takes this further, offering a more elevated experience that celebrates the richness of Indian cuisine in a refined setting.
Fans of their food can expect tasty and authentic South Indian cuisine along with Robata Charcoal Grill. Consultant chef Amardeep Singh Anand, also known as Chef Amar, has brought incredible new dishes to the menu, including Sea Bass Moilee, Robata Grilling & Some fusion desserts.
Chef Amar brings over 25 years of international culinary experience across fine dining, luxury hospitality including serving the royals and senior government officials. Having worked on prestigious global projects and appeared on BBC’s MasterChef: The Professionals, and as a guest celebrity on MasterChef Türkiye, he has played a key role in shaping the concept, menu, and training behind Bagaara Utsav.
Co-founder Rashmith Reddy highlights the attention to detail that defines the new restaurant. From carefully sourced ingredients to traditional cooking techniques, every element has been designed to deliver depth of flavour and authenticity.
Specialist cooking equipment has even been sourced from India to ensure dishes achieve the perfect texture and finish, while the Robata charcoal grill adds a distinctive smoky character.
“This restaurant is a premium evolution of what we’ve built with Bagaara,” he explains. “With Chef Amar’s guidance, we’re bringing something truly unique to Leeds.”
Extra space to make the most of your evening
Above the main restaurant at Roundhay Road will be a new function room that’s ideal for parties or private dining events. It’s also great for small conferences and meetings for those who want to ensure delegates don’t go hungry!
If you’re looking to host an event for 35 to 40 people, talk to the team there about how they can accommodate you.
It will also have outdoor seating at the front, perfect for a cocktail and some great food on a balmy evening.
What to expect on the menu
Hyderabadi biryani is an aromatic rice dish that is slow cooked with marinated chicken or lamb with spices, saffron and ghee – an elegant dish that’s perfect comfort food.
You will also find special dishes such as a Sea Bass Moilee and grilled foods cooked on the speciality Robata Charcoal Grill.
The lunchtime menu will include options such as delicious South Indian Dosas – large light pancakes filled with your choice of delicious curry or Thalis – a plate of smaller portions of a number of dishes ideal for tasting a variety of different dishes.
And if you love to indulge in a sweet treat you won’t be disappointed with dessert delicacies like carrot halwa in filo pastry and chocolate and pistachio kunafa matka on the menu.
An authentic south Indian breakfast option is offered at the weekends which includes variety of dosas
Book your table ahead of the big opening
Website: www.bagaarautsav.co.uk
Phone: 0113 3003 141
Visit Bagaara Utsav at 619-621 Roundhay Road LS8 4AR
To find out more, visit their website and follow them on Instagram @bagaara.co.uk.