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Dishoom Arrives in Leeds – Here’s Where to Try South Indian Tapas Next Door

Dishoom Comes to Leeds — and the City’s Indian Food Scene Just Got Even Hotter 🔥

Leeds foodies, it’s official: Dishoom, one of London’s most beloved Indian restaurants, has landed in our city — and we’re buzzing!

Known for its vintage Bombay café vibes and crowd-pleasing dishes like house black daal and bacon naan rolls, Dishoom is bringing something truly special to Leeds’ booming food scene.

But wait — what if you’re craving bold, spice-driven dishes from Kerala, served up in a laid-back, sharing-style setting just around the corner?
Say hello to Kerala Canteen.

Kerala Canteen: Tapas-Style South Indian Dining, Right in Leeds City Centre

While Dishoom draws inspiration from the Irani cafés of Bombay, Kerala Canteen dives deep into the rich culinary traditions of India’s southwestern coast — known as God’s Own Country.
We’re talking:

  • Street-style snacks and small plates
  • Slow-cooked curries and biriyanis
  • Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options
  • Chef-designed sharing menus ideal for groups

Our menu is crafted by Michelin-experienced and MasterChef-featured chefs, designed to bring Kerala’s fiery flavours and comfort-food soul to Leeds — all served with a modern twist.

 Leeds Just Became the Indian Food Capital of the North
With Dishoom now open in the city and Kerala Canteen just a few minutes away, Leeds now offers an Indian food trail like no other:

Start your evening with a cocktail and chaat at Dishoom

Then head to Kerala Canteen for spiced small plates and toddy shop-style beef curry

Finish with our viral Dubai chocolate gulab jamun cheesecake (yes, it’s real and made to order!)

Here’s Why Kerala Canteen Is a Must-Visit if You Love Dishoom

  • Modern Indian sharing concept
  • Affordable small plates and mains
  • Located next to BBC Leeds and The Wardrobe
  • Perfect pre-theatre dining near Leeds Playhouse
  • Vegan-friendly and 100% Halal (except duck)
  • South Indian cocktails and spice-infused “Spicetails”

 From Bombay to Malabar – Leeds Has It All

We’re genuinely excited to see Dishoom bring its iconic energy to Leeds — and we’re just as excited to invite you to explore the distinctly different yet equally exciting flavours of Kerala right here at Kerala Canteen.

Whether you’re a seasoned Indian cuisine lover or a first-timer ready to explore beyond butter chicken, Leeds is now the place to be for Indian food lovers.

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