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    Blackhouse

    4.0 (37 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Kate H.

    Having previously visited Grill On The Alley, their Manchester based sister restaurant, my Other Half and I were hoping for a similar level of quality when we visited Blackhouse. Sculpted shrubs frame the stairs leading up to the restaurant, which boasts a balcony for al fresco eaters and smokers the year round. When entering the restaurant, there are a number of booths next to the glass front of the building which provides an airy place to eat, with light pouring into the space. The bar area is a visual treat, decorated with a mixture of wire and exposed light bulb fixtures suspended from the ceiling at varying heights. It is an aesthetic success, and for that reason Blackhouse should also be considered for the sole purpose of drinking on a night out. On our visit, we were guided to the darker booths towards the rear of the restaurant, but on a miserable Sunday in January, that suited us. The only disadvantage of being placed there is the view outside. Although a few large ferns have been erected in an attempt to disguise the concrete office blocks, their brazen ugliness is apparent. This is not the fault of Blackhouse however, I blame the architects of the 1970's. Still riding on the self indulgent and gluttonous bandwagon of Christmas, we decided to push the boat out as far as it would go, and then maybe take a little holiday on it. To start, we shared the Blackhouse platter. I enjoy selecting dishes which the restaurant has attached its name to, it suggests a certain degree of pride. The first element of the dish were some fish cakes with a sweet chilli dip. They were unrecognisable from the insipid, inferior versions served up in bad pubs nationwide. The salmon was wonderfully spiced, and was the primary flavour. The secondary part to the dish was the skewered peri peri chicken served with a chilli infused satay sauce. I thought the length of lemongrass used to skewer the meat, ensured it remained wonderfully moist. Finishing off the platter was some lamb kofta with a mint yogurt dip. The meat packed a big punch in terms of flavour, and tasted like a healthier version of the much maligned snack. The entire dish was a satisfying and promising start to the meal. Onto the main course. I can not convey my love for steak. Any cut, any sauce, I could eat it for breakfast. Due to health and hygiene reasons, I don't. We both opted for the 10oz fillet steak, with jugs of peppercorn and red wine sauce. The meat was delectable. Char grilled perfectly on its exterior, and beautifully pink throughout, this was fillet at its exquisite best. The steak knives were rendered redundant, the meat was so tender. A mound of golden chips, and some steamed broccoli and green beans with shallots completed our selection. With enthusiasm akin to Henry VIII, and with a couple of breaks, we devoured the whole feast, deeming it all far too tasty to abandon. The service we received was excellent, very attentive without being invasive. There is often live music in the restaurant, hinted at by the presence of a piano. The meal was a gastronomic triumph. We completed out indulgence with a few pints of Guinness, an exemplary Sunday! I would highly recommend Blackhouse to my fellow steak appreciators.

    Mushroom tart.. Scrummy!
    Rob W.

    Well if you're feeling rather affluent then this place is perfect for you! There's only really the price that I can be critical of Blackhouse for, although I do only seem to go there in January when they do their half price food offer. There were 6 of us on this visit and everyone commented on how great the food was, and between us we sure sampled quite a bit of the menu! The staff are clearly above minimum wage and they seemed genuinely happy in their jobs. The venue is well presented, and had a gorgeous view of the snow during our time there. If someone else is paying, then I'd happily go back, but otherwise I'll be waiting for my next yearly visit in January 2014!

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    Tammy W.

    I was invited back to the Blackhouse by the management team to hopefully right the previous wrongs and restore my faith back in what I'd heard was a really good place to eat. This visit was more like what I'd initially expected. Being as it was a meal also for our 2nd Wedding anniversary I was so hoping for it to be better than I expected and I'm glad we took that chance. We arrived for our 7.30pm reservation and received a warm greeting into a very bustling atmosphere. We were consulted on where we would like to be sat and found a nice booth tucked away at the back which gave a great view to watch all the goings on and once again, appreciate the excellent house Piano player. The restaurant was very busy and the number of staff reflected this as was more than I'd seen on my previous visit. Our initial drinks order was taken by a very enthusiastic waiter, we were advised of the specials and what they had ran out of (always good to get that in early as I'd be so disappointed to select if off the menu and then be told it's gone!) and then we were given time to choose our food and wine. Again, the waiter was very attentive- suggesting accompaniments and sauces to compliment the dishes. As I'd already told the Mr, I had to try the oysters again as they had been my highlight from my initial visit, I opted for 6 Oysters and he the Calamari. The tastes for both were spot on. My Oysters were big and juicy looking and the platter they were presented on was lovely. I ate them alternating with the shallots and the Tabasco, they slipped down nicely. The Mr agreed they were good. Light and crispy batter for the calamari with it being cooked to perfection and a lovely aioli to dip them in pleased him and we wasted no time in polishing the lot off. Our dishes were cleared in good time and we were able to take in what was going on around us. All the tables seem to be dealt with just as well as us including the 15 people in the party nearby. I did ask one of the women her thoughts on the place while we were in the ladies and she said she was very happy with how things had gone- all food out on time, all orders correct and all enjoyed very much and she'd definitely recommend and come again. Our main courses were presented promptly and were visually delicious. I'd opted for the 'special' which was a rump steak in a chicken liver reduction on fondant potato with a side of asparagus and the Mr had posh surf & turf with fries. My steak was cooked medium- to perfection just as I'd asked. Nicely brown on the outside while maintaining it's juiciness and the sauce and potato were excellent additions to the dish- the asparagus was excellent but I felt 3 spears was a bit of a mean portion :-( My Mr was a tad disappointed with his dish, not the quality of the food, he just felt it didn't work well together for him but he didn't waste any of it!!! The scallops were nice and juicy and the steak was exactly as he wanted- rare. The chips were good and he was very generous in giving me all the crispy ones to soak up my sauce. We cleaned our plates between us, everything was delicious. Shamefully, we decided to partake in sampling the dessert menu. I opted for the sticky toffee pudding and himself the creme brulee, both were delectable. Irish coffee and an Earl grey T polished off a rather fine meal and we left with very full belies and faith restored. For the quality of the food alone i would have given 5 stars and highly recommend you visit there- especially for a special occasion or treat as it's a little pricey. Just a few things niggled me though- Mean portion size on the asparagus We had to ask for the background music to be turned off so we could appreciate the piano player We had differing servers for the wine/starters/mains being brought out which was a bit confusing as to who was ultimately looking after us. It felt a tad like the staff were overcompensating this time to make up for the prior visit. Overall I was happy to have gone back. Thank you Blackhouse.

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    Annabel S.

    Went for dinner last night (Tuesday)....I was worried that being a weekday there would be no atmosphere. I was wrong! The restaurant was packed! The live music was great and the food and drink were all 5*. Can't recommend this restaurant enough, never fails to deliver top food and service. Well worth the money!

    Rowena H.

    I'm pretty sure that when I started Yelping, this fine restaurant was one of the first I had read about on here, and I've been dying to visit ever since. Promises of meaty expeditions, classy interior, live piano playing and a snazzy bar had all been made mention of, and that alone is enough to entice my carnal desires for a good feed. But, like the one ring, thoughts of steak and sustenance fell by the wayside for aeons, forgotten, lost in time. And then, the implacable call of 50% off in January wooed me back, a siren's song one cannot ignore. For deals such as this, you must book online. Let me tell you how easy that is. It's easy. It took less than five minutes, the booking confirmation was delivered straight into my inbox, and I was set. Table for two, 9pm, meat would be had. We arrived at about 8.25pm, in time for a warm up drink at the bar and ascended the steps to a bustling restaurant. The service was welcoming and relaxed from the get-go, and we were shown to the bar for a pre-dinner drink. They've a number of classics cocktails, wines and other sips to enjoy, and we opted for the classic Bellini. Made freshly before our eyes, it was the perfect pre-cursor. (I know, it's not a complicated drink, but it looked pro.) Whilst the music and the chatter inside is perhaps a little louder than some might enjoy, it wasn't difficult to talk and hear ourselves, and provided a lively atmosphere. Shortly after we were shown to our table, and given menus to peruse. And then I realised the chap serving us was an old friend! I'll point out, at this moment, that this had no effect on the service received; he was as attentive to us as he was to every other table, as were all the staff. It's clear that this is a quality machine, and the folks that work here are dedicated. In fact, every member of staff we spoke to were fantastic, friendly, and couldn't do enough. I particularly enjoyed the random outbursts of song from varied staff members, as they went about their business! Going by the recommendations, I ordered a large Malbec to accompany the Chateaubriand for two. It is one of the more expensive on the list, at £52.50, but remember you're sharing it. Let's get to the meat of it. 30 minutes of chatter later, and our delicious steak arrived. It comes complete with two little fryer baskets of chips, a dish of green beans, mushroom and béarnaise sauce. It sits on its own special raised wire platform, which makes it feel all the more enticing, and the instant it was placed before us I knew we'd been taken care of. We'd asked for medium, as my dining partner was wary, and I suppose if I were to have one niggle it might be that this was clearly rare. As it happens, I was overjoyed, as I love a rare steak -but would my friend cope? Turns out, she absolutely did. It was the best steak she'd ever had in her life, and I think I come close to seconding the notion. Everything you desire in a hunk of steak -warm through, beautifully seared at the edges, and melt in your mouth. The chips, beans and mushrooms (ordered as an extra side) all matched in perfect harmony to sing songs of flavour and taste on my tongue, and the béarnaise sauce, which I'd not tried before, was delectable. I can see what Tammy said about the skin on the sauce, but I'm not sure if that just occurred after we'd had it a while. In any case, the flavour was as good throughout. We were offered desserts, but to no avail, for even such a steak shared between two was enough to fully sate my pre-starved stomach. (I'd saved up room over the course of the day.) I opted for a dessert wine, again taking recommendation, and it was spot on. I can't recommend the Maury Grenat enough to settle you after a session here. We took one final tipple outside after paying, and sat under the heated parasols to round off a perfectly wonderful evening. Why not five stars? Well, I do wish I could have heard the piano player a little more clearly, but understand that it was a busy restaurant, and people like to chat. The atmosphere was a touch loud, but that does go toward proving it's a popular place. In any case, it was a first visit, so it gives me an excuse to return! In summary, for service and sustenance, this place is top notch. I highly recommend.

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    Excellent steak and service. Was a quiet night in the restaurant - Bank Holiday. All food was prepared meticulously. Highly recommend.

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    Review Highlights - Blackhouse

    I went to Blackhouse recently with a more switched on friend who had found out about a 50% off deal for January.

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    Crafthouse

    Crafthouse

    3.6(14 reviews)
    0.3 miCity Centre, Shopping Quarter
    £££

    We ordered the set menu which was £23 for three courses and just under £20 for two. Personally I…read morethought this was really great value for money. This set menu was very good and the staff super friendly and quick. The firsts thing you'll notice when you look at the menu is that every dish has tons of ingredients. That's because it's all meticulously arranged and the very delicate. The food isn't outstanding but very enjoyable. We also ordered a bottle of Rioja which was nice and not too expensive (about £30). Although we didn't get one, there's tons of tables and seats by the window which means you get a beautiful view of central Leeds. I would come back and recommend it.

    So, it's about time I wrote my review for Crafthouse, being as I went a while ago, and haven't yet…read moreshared my thoughts. I was going to meet a friend for lunch, and we took advantage of their lunch time deal, saving a few pennies. Now, bear in mind that you're saving little compared to other lunch deals, but that the extra cost does assure you this: the food is great. I don't know what else to say, although if you've read my reviews before, you'll know there's always more to elaborate on. I chose the roast chicken, being as I can't resist a Sunday lunch, and for dessert the creme brûlée. The chicken came in the most delightful pot, and the leg portion was more than enough for lunch. It felt like I was basically having an evening meal, which is no bad thing. We had ordered some side veg, that had been steamed and buttered with finesse, as much as you might consider veg to be cooked with flair. The leg came complete with the gravy of goddess, and couldn't have been cooked better in my humblest opinion. It was juicy, tender, and was finished off with a crispy bit of skin. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it, and I rarely find chicken interesting enough to ponder. The creme brûlée was probably one of the nicest I've had. Not overly creamy, not sugary. A perfect balance. As for the ambience, well. I guess this would depend on your preference. I can't deny there's an air of exclusivity, and not least due to the prices. That being said, I'd encourage a visit for several reasons. As a treat it's fabulous, and I can tell you now, I've walked in wearing jeans and had no comment. Not even a look. The staff are all lovely, and the view is, naturally, totally glorious as well. Locally sourced menu, beautifully presented, and super tasty. Job's a good 'un!

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    Teppanyaki Restaurant

    Teppanyaki Restaurant

    3.7(15 reviews)
    0.4 miShopping Quarter, City Centre
    £££

    Tried something new last night and was well impressed with our decision…read more Again, taking advantage of a 'livingsocial' voucher which always encourages me to try something for a taster and see if I would pay full price- on this occasion, just that happened. We booked in for 6pm but due to the awful weather I didn't get there until 6.20 but my Mr was having a beer and chilling in the very calming 'bar' area. The entrance is a bit daunting and the door needs a firm hand to open but then you are transported into a Japanese paradise! Across the bridge you go, beautiful fish swimming underneath, to be greeted by a very 'traditional' waitress and seated for drinks. The drinks menu is ok, couple of beers and a wine list and also spirits etc so something for everyone. We had a few minutes to browse the menu before they came to take our order. I'm glad we were limited to the 'early bird' choice with the voucher we had as I was over faced with the choice available and would have taken ages to choose had I had to use the full menu! We were seated around the table and waited for our starters - Zensai - A mixture of Japanese Appetisers Yasai Tempura - Vegetables Both dishes were well presented, nice and hot and a pleasure to eat! We polished them off quite quickly. The vege tempura was lovely and light and we had a nice selection of mini Japanese nibbles on the 'Zensai'. We then had another couple come and be seated right next to us which we found a bit strange! They also were then served their starters. Another couple then were sat opposite us which added to our confusion a little more but then the neighbouring couple filled us in! This is the traditional seating pattern of Japanese, all sit together no matter who & around one table/hot plate to all enjoy the show! Ahhh, I get it now! Maybe I should have done more thorough research! The third couple got their starters which the 'hostess' attended to more drinks for us and the chef set up for his 'show'. We were then treated to a very entertaining dining experience while our main courses were cooked. A dazzling array of skills with the cooking utensils and a flash of fire! We had chosen- Fillet of Beef with Oriental Mushrooms & Chicken Teriyaki with leeks but all the food was cooked on the one hot plate- even the other couples fish which I wasn't overly impressed with as I'm not a big fish fan. The beef was lovely and tender and the only criticism we'd have was there didn't appear to be a lot! The chicken was also very tender and a slightly bigger portion! Even though we thought there wasn't enough, by the time we had ate the fried rice and stir fried veg we were too stuffed to even consider the dessert. As we had somewhere to be we paid quickly and rushed out- a shame really but totally our own fault- we should have allowed longer to appreciate the experience. This place is very entertaining and the food is super Very fresh and filling and totally worth a return visit. Best to go with more than 2 to make the most of the 'experience'.

    Mind-blowingly good, wallet-achingly expensive Japanese food-theatre…read more After trawling through reviews for dinner in Leeds we finally stumbled upon Teppanyaki where we could use our taste card to good effect. Our table was booked for 9, they took our food and drinks orders whilst we waited, our attention distracted briefly from our rumbling stomachs by the koi carp pond. We had to wait about half an hour until we were seated, but goodness was it worth the wait! The starter of beef sashimi was melt-in-the-mouth tender and served with a tasty dipping sauce, absolutely faultless! Appetites truly whetted, the real drama begins. The chef enters centre stage and proceeds to prepare our meals and six others with a pyrotechnic display of culinary stagecraft. Dazzled by the bright lights and flashing knives, I had King prawns and jumbo scallops in a Tokyo butter, which is as exciting and delicious as it sounds. Just one star off for the long wait and for priceyness (even with the taste card). This is Japanese food-wizardry at its finest!

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    Zizzi

    Zizzi

    2.9(16 reviews)
    0.4 miThe Calls, City Centre, Shopping Quarter
    ££

    I admit, I discovered Zizzi because Las Iguanas next door was fully-booked. I am, however, quite…read moreglad that I did. Zizzi is a mid-range Italian restaurant tucked just behind the Corn Exchange. The first thing that strikes you as you walk in is an atmosphere of gentle resplendence. While not too over the top, it quietly lets you know that a lot of time and thought has gone into the slightly plush, modern furnishings. My favourite part of all that is the chopped wood adorning one of the walls. It doesn't have even the ghost of an appearance of practicality, but it does a fine old job of hinting that the place has a rustic touch, despite its otherwise contemporary feel. The menu offers what you'd expect from an Italian - plenty of pasta, plenty of pizza, all cooked well from the reassuringly-open kitchen. Touches such as presenting the garlic bread on what looks a lot like a smoothed cross-section of a small tree make you feel well looked after (although the desserts, which I didn't try, looked a bit on the fiddly side). One of the striking things about Zizzi is how young the crowd in there seems to be. It's not something you particularly expect from a restaurant outside a student area (restaurants mostly denying any age bias), but I suppose the proximity to Call Lane and the lively atmosphere draws all the twenty-somethings to the place. The young, friendly staff certainly helps, too. Price-wise there are cheaper places to eat, but not by much. Mains typically cost around £10. Zizzi is worth taking a look, even if Las Iguanas has tables going spare!

    Went with friends visiting Leeds, at their request last night…read more A table had been booked so we were seated quickly & there was no queue however I wasn't really pleased to be sat in the very squashed corner which was quite chilly also! The place was busy-ish which was surprising for a Tuesday but there was also plenty of other tables we could have had. The service wasn't slow as such but it wasn't exactly quick either and the waitress looked most put out that we asked to order the food when she clearly only wanted to take our drinks orders! And she asked if we wanted red or white Pinot Grigio!!! (bit of staff training needed here on knowledge of the menu!) The bread and olive starter was 'average' really and again, took a bit longer than we liked to be served for something so simple. We had a bit of a trauma after this with my friends dog so they had to leave and the Restaurant seemed quite accommodating when we asked for our food to go. This took 40 minutes to arrange though which was a total joke as prior to the request to do this we had been sat with the starter finished for 15 minutes! Unfortunately, after the 5 minute taxi journey from Zizzi to Clarence dock, we opened the food to not only discover it was cold, but 2 of the dishes provided were not what we ordered. Having already paid the £92 bill and having left the restaurant, we couldn't have gone back to complain but believe me- I won't be going back! I have dined in other Zizzi locations before and have never been blown away by the food but it on this occasion I'm pretty disgusted that they seem to been slipping from even the most standard of standards! They need top relying on the 'Brand' reputation and actually make an effort both to provide the service and food that should be 2nd nature. It's not exactly cheap so I would expect better.

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