RestaurantsWest YorkshireLeedsLS1

survey result

Summary

£46
   ££
3
Good
3
Good
2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Consistently good food and service” again wins praise for this city-centre branch of Ban Kaewkraikhot’s small Yorkshire chain of glam-looking Thai eateries (although the odd reporter finds its approach “formulaic”). The business started in Chapel Allerton, but this is now the flagship, boasting a 200+ dish à la carte menu.

Summary

£44
    £
3
Good
3
Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Ban Kaewkraikhot’s small group of Thai restaurants started in Chapel Allerton and is now over 20 years old. She has invested in the lavish styling of this city-centre spin-off. A popular venue locally for celebrating an occasion, it wins upbeat (if limited) feedback for results from its very large (200+ dishes) menu.

Summary

£41
    £
3
Good
3
Good
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Thailand-born chef turned entrepreneur Ban Kaewkraikhot launched her luxury brand in Chapel Allerton 20 years ago, before opening this “large and spacious” city-centre flagship and another branch in Harrogate. She also founded the Zaap Thai street food brand, with five branches and a ready meals offering.

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Have you eaten at Sukhothai?

Owner's description

“Sawasdee Ka! Welcome to Sukhothai — the home of authentic Thai food in Leeds and Harrogate.

Since opening in August 2012, the Leeds City Centre restaurant, on South Parade, has been taken to the hearts of the good people of Leeds.

It is open 12pm to 11pm daily and having been recently extended to a new lower dining floor and VIP room (available to hire), it is a fabulous place to enjoy all the usual Sukhothai quality and excellence.

You'll also find on-the-go authentic Thai street food and regular lunchtime specials, right through to its critically-acclaimed and award winning 200 dish à la carte menu.

Why not try their ever-popular Sunday buffet? A great way to try new dishes and great value.

Prices

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£4.00 £22.20 £5.95 £7.50
Drinks  
Filter Coffee £2.00
Extras  
Service 10.00%

Restaurant details

Yes
Highchair,Menu,Portions
18
No dress code
Yes

Private dining

Opening hours
Monday5 pm‑10 pm
Tuesday5 pm‑10 pm
Wednesday5 pm‑10 pm
Thursday5 pm‑10 pm
Friday5 pm‑11 pm
Saturday12 pm‑3:30 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm
Sunday12 pm‑9 pm

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