A charming name and a delightful shop front and a buzzing atmosphere as you enter. I was prepared…read moreto have a coffee - it was that mid-morning time - and thought I could work through the smell of cooked meat until I realised it was a rotisserie with about three carcasses turning around and around dripping with fat and expelling their nasty little odours. If the idea of stinking of roasted chicken for the rest of the day doesn't bother you, indeed, if you are like some that I know then this may even appeal to you I, however, had to turn tail and leave sharpish...which was fine cos I found an ace place down the road...silver linings and all that.

When I worked in Roundhay I used stop by this place every morning to get my caffeine fix. It was…read morealways packed which is always a good sign and seems to be frequented by the older gentleman, having a coffee and breakfast, which as I peek over their shoulders looks lovely. Having a scan of the menu is looks very reasonable value. You can also get spit roasted chicken, which although seems a bit random does give the place a gorgeous roast chicken smell that makes your mouth water as soon as you walk in. When I did finally get to sample some of the gorgeous cake on offer I was kicking myself that I hadn't tried it earlier. Most and rich chocolate cake got added to my morning routine, yummy.

Recently done out,it used to be half of the cafe next door (peri)... New owners…read more Great location, friendly staff, excellent food and decent coffee.

@ Home - too an easy a pun to be impressive - is a new-ish bar on Street Lane that doubles as a…read morecafe during the day. There's nothing new about this place, and nothing that really makes you at - sorry, @ - home. The atmosphere is OK, the music is fairly good, and cocktails are two for a fiver, which is a pretty good price for a bar in this area. But this home just feels a little bit empty - if I were you I'd leave home alone and try Napa.

It's probably best to read the business description of this place rather than my review - for once,…read morethe owner of a company isn't biased and is speaking the truth: this place is great. It's got a local-sounding name and stocks plenty of local-produce such as some mighty-fine Yorkshire smoked meat and fish, which I'm a big fan of. But it also has products from all corners of the globe, including cheeses and spreads. All the produce is mighty fine match the high quality. They also offer takeaway "supper" on weekend evenings, which is brill. And, most importantly, it doesn't use the word "deli" in vein. It really is a deli.

I was, as I often am, dubious when I walked in may be this place is a little too dressed up I…read morethought. But it wasn't/isn't. With a preference to takeaways, although there is both indoor and outdoor seating, there is a modest yet sumptuous selection of foods. Nothing too unusual but all very high quality. Many goods are from local producers and suppliers, there are absolutely gorgeous chocolate high heels for sale, a large array of pickles, chutneys and other preserved goods/snacks, a decadent range of soft drinks such as Fentimans and, the cheese counter is just brimming with gooey delights. Be aware of slightly reduced opening hours through winter.

Awful. Cakes are almost 5 pounds a slice and ordered carrot cake that was dry as polystyrene. Woman…read morewas next to useless for help. So gave her plate and left. Expensive, dry and unpleasant. Customer service very poor!

The Lakeside Cafe situated in the picturesque Roundhay Park, adjoining the tranquil Waterloo Lake,…read moreis a delightful eatery that offers hot drinks, food and desserts of many varieties. Personally, after visiting this ambient place, where the seating is comfortable and the atmosphere is welcoming, as well the staff who meet and greet you with a smile. I have found the food is value for money, whether an early morning breakfast, lunch or afternoon meal. There are also great fillers for those inbetween snacks and savoury requirements. Offering many different hot refreshments in regards of Teas and Coffee's, from Instant to Ground, the servings are well priced and sufficient. Also, those drinks for the children are ample measures to quench even the youngest hearts. Most often than not, my finding opportunity to sit in the Conservatory part, where the beautiful days sun is trapped, lays way for the breathtaking views that look out over Waterloo Lake, and, if well timed to the Summer, you get to see the boats and Rowers practice. It is a sight that cannot be beaten whilst sitting with a hot Latte and BLT or hearty meal. There is also the veranda area which is always clean and tidy (maybe after a busy lunch it does have a small amount of cleaning up) but the pleasure in sharing a meal with friends in the fresh air is next to none. The Lakeside Cafe for me, as well as my family and friends, has remained a place of first call when visiting Roundhay Park. It is a favorite among the Parks landmarks. Highly recommended for all new visitors and tourists who venture there to take in the views, access the attractions and, or attend the events.

Of course, that's just what a small road strip with a handful of shops (three being coffee shops)…read moreneeds, a Starbucks. How could I have been as silly as to believe that a suburb would be beyond the reach of this slippery multination corporation. Hurrah for getting your teeth into another street, let's here it for Starbucks, yey! Sorry, do I need to write anything about what you'll find inside surely from their endemic presence in every town we all know what to expect.

So, am not sure why this promotion is on but ever enthused at saving a penny or two I did a detour…read moreof my usually route to work to grab the offer of a £1.50 Tall Latte this morning. This branch of Starbucks has parking outside (!) obviously limited spaces, has a large seating area and always seems to be full of the 'yummy-mummy' types! There was quite a few people in there today (9am), around 10/12 people but none in the Q so I got served straight away! The server helped me discover that I could pre-load my then empty payment card (like a loyalty scheme/clubcard thing) and earn points for today's purchase! Very useful info indeed. So, card topped up, coffee received at a bargain price and all within 7/8 minutes. Very efficient service, all areas appeared nice and clean and the coffee was just what I wanted. Happy Latte Monday!