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Shears Yard

West Yorkshire, Leeds - Modern European - Restaurant - ££

Overall Rating: Good

Uniqueness:Does the establishment stand out in the context of the local area? Good

Deliciousness:How delicious is the food? Good

Warmth:How warm is the service and the hospitality in general? Good

Strength of recommendation:How enthusiastically and widely would you recommend the establishment? Good

‘We keep coming back’; ‘Good portions, fresh ingredients, tasted great.’ Reporters are still enthusiastic about this long-serving brasserie, which offers the best food option in an area better known for its clubs and cocktails. The Calls was once the ugly, messy industrial hub of Leeds, thanks to its position at the confluence of the Leeds/Liverpool canal and the river Aire. Then, in the 1990s, came a massive regeneration of the old mills and warehouses, including this 18th-century former sail-maker's workshop which provides an attractive backdrop of exposed brick, polished concrete floors and a vaulted ceiling (complete with countless filament light bulbs). An inviting modern carte (with four choices per course) could deliver breaded plaice fillet with mild curry sauce, followed by lamb rump served simply with grilled lettuce, wild garlic and a potato croquette. There is ambition in a delightful ajo blanco, which sees both raw and cooked new season's asparagus ...

‘We keep coming back’; ‘Good portions, fresh ingredients, tasted great.’ Reporters are still enthusiastic about this long-serving brasserie, which offers the best food option in an area better known for its clubs and cocktails. The Calls was once the ugly, messy industrial hub of Leeds, thanks to its position at the confluence of the Leeds/Liverpool canal and the river Aire. Then, in the 1990s, came a massive regeneration of the old mills and warehouses, including this 18th-century former sail-maker's workshop which provides an attractive backdrop of exposed brick, polished concrete floors and a vaulted ceiling (complete with countless filament light bulbs). An inviting modern carte (with four choices per course) could deliver breaded plaice fillet with mild curry sauce, followed by lamb rump served simply with grilled lettuce, wild garlic and a potato croquette. There is ambition in a delightful ajo blanco, which sees both raw and cooked new season's asparagus added to the bread and almond soup, before the whole lot is finished with crushed smoked almonds and a glug of wild-garlic oil. A flourless chocolate sponge is as rich and chocolatey as you could want, served with the smoothest white chocolate and rum crémeux and a rum-and-raisin purée. For something more delicate, there's a posset that brings together flavours of coconut and cardamom with a jammy topping of poached Yorkshire rhubarb decorated with shards of black sesame and coconut brittle. Prices throughout are reasonable, including a good-value, six-course tasting menu at £55, while wines begin at £29 for a Macedonian Smederevka. 

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L Blunt

26 January 2025

We had an absolutely amazing night at Shears Yard last night. What a little gem this restaurant is. From entering the restaurant, we were made to feel very welcome by Ben, and the ambience was so nice and relaxing. We bo...
We had an absolutely amazing night at Shears Yard last night. What a little gem this restaurant is. From entering the restaurant, we were made to feel very welcome by Ben, and the ambience was so nice and relaxing. We booked a tasting menu for 2 with wine pairing. We can’t recommend this enough it was absolutely delicious. The presentation and quality of the food was first-class, we savoured every mouthful, it was absolutely delicious. We were excited for each dish that followed. Ben explained...
We had an absolutely amazing night at Shears Yard last night. What a little gem this restaurant is. From entering the restaurant, we were made to feel very welcome by Ben, and the ambience was so nice and relaxing. We booked a tasting menu for 2 with wine pairing. We can’t recommend this enough it was absolutely delicious. The presentation and quality of the food was first-class, we savoured every mouthful, it was absolutely delicious. We were excited for each dish that followed. Ben explained each course in absolute detail, and Alex was very knowledgeable about each of the wines, which paired superbly. The service received from Ben and Alex was first class, it felt more like a private dining experience they were so attentive and knowledgeable. Also, a big shout out to the chef, and thank you for the amazing food you prepared for us. We will definitely be back and will continue to recommend this fabulous place!
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C Beaven

13 January 2025

Excellent roast dinner. The beef was served rare, and was tender, and the red cabbage was especially good. To follow, there was an exceptional chocolate dessert with stout-soaked dates. The service was prompt and friendly. And the atmosphere relaxed.

VENUE DETAILS

11-15 Wharf Street, The Calls
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS2 7EQGB

0113 244 4144

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OTHER INFORMATION

Separate bar, Wheelchair access, Credit card required

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