When diners search for Dishoom Leeds, Bundobust Leeds, Tharavadu Leeds, or Mowgli Leeds, they are usually looking for Indian food that delivers on flavour, atmosphere, and value.
Here’s what guests are actually saying after discovering Kerala Canteen instead.
We were planning Dishoom, but Kerala Canteen felt more personal
“We originally searched for Dishoom in Leeds, but wanted something independent.”
“Kerala Canteen felt more relaxed from the moment we walked in.”
“The staff took time to explain the dishes, which made the experience feel more thoughtful.”
“Dishoom has great food, but this felt calmer and more personal.”
“It reminded us of Tharavadu, but felt lighter and more flexible”
“We love Tharavadu for Kerala food, so we had high expectations.”
“Kerala Canteen had the same authentic flavours, but the dishes felt lighter.”
“The tapas-style menu meant we could try more without feeling too full.”
“It still felt very Kerala — coconut curries, proper spice — just easier to share.”
“If you like Mowgli or Bundobust, this feels like the next step”
“We’re regulars at Mowgli and Bundobust for small plates.”
“At Kerala Canteen, the Indian tapas felt more substantial.”
“You still get that sharing vibe, but it feels like proper dining.”
“It’s perfect if you like small plates but want something more refined.”
“This is some of the best Indian food we’ve had in Leeds city centre”
“We were Googling ‘best Indian restaurant in Leeds city centre’ and found Kerala Canteen.”
“Honestly, it lived up to the hype.”
“The balance of flavour, spice, and presentation was spot on.”
“You can tell this is chef-led cooking — everything tasted intentional.”
“We didn’t expect it to be so affordable for the quality”
“For the level of food, the prices were very reasonable.”
“Compared to some bigger-name Indian restaurants, this felt like better value.”
“The tapas and set menus make it easy to control how much you spend.”
“It felt premium without being overpriced.”
“Perfect before the theatre — we’ll definitely be back”
“We were looking for somewhere near the Grand Theatre.”
“The food came quickly, but didn’t feel rushed.”
“We had a proper meal and still made it to the show comfortably.”
“It’s ideal for pre-theatre dining.”
“Now we understand why they’re award-winning”
“After eating here, it made sense when we heard they were ranked among the best in Yorkshire.”
“Being the only Indian restaurant on that list says a lot.”
“It feels like a place doing something different.”
“Not just copying what other restaurants are doing.”
“From Kerala to Yorkshire — you can feel the story”
“There’s a real sense of identity here.”
“You can taste the Kerala influence, but it still feels very Leeds.”
“It’s modern, but it hasn’t lost authenticity.”
“It feels genuine.”
“We came once… now we’re Canteen Club members”
“After our first visit, we signed up to the Canteen Club straight away.”
“The member offers make it even better value.”
“The January Indian tapas offer is unreal.”
“It’s one of those places you want to come back to.”
Final Guest Verdict
“If you’re searching for Dishoom, Bundobust, Mowgli, or Tharavadu in Leeds — try Kerala Canteen.”
“It’s independent, award-winning, and full of flavour.”
“This is Indian dining done properly.”
Website Testimonials
We were searching for Tharavadu or Mowgli but ended up preferring Kerala Canteen. The food felt authentic, lighter, and more enjoyable.”
“Dishoom is great, but Kerala Canteen felt calmer and more personal. The staff took time to explain the dishes, which made a big difference.”
“If you like Bundobust or Mowgli, Kerala Canteen is definitely worth trying. Still small plates, but much more refined and satisfying.”
“We Googled ‘best Indian restaurant in Leeds city centre’ and Kerala Canteen kept coming up. After eating here, we understand why.”
“Authentic Kerala flavours presented in a modern way. Coconut curries, proper spice, and nothing felt heavy.”
“Perfect pre-theatre restaurant near the Grand Theatre. We ate well, didn’t feel rushed, and still made it to the show comfortably.”
“For the quality of food, the prices felt very fair. Definitely better value than some bigger-name Indian restaurants.”
“No surprise they’re award-winning. Being ranked among the best in Yorkshire makes complete sense after eating here.”
“From Kerala to Yorkshire — you can actually feel the story behind the food.”
“We came once, joined the Canteen Club, and now we’re regulars. The January tapas offer is unbeatable.”
