Harden's says
Scheduled to open in early 2025 in the Victoria Gate rooftop site vacated by Issho (RIP), the new venture from hit South Indian outfit Tharavadu is expected to follow the same Karalan small-plates theme, but on a larger scale with up to 300 guests at a time.
Harden's survey result
Summary
‘The new rooftop restaurant that everyone’s talking about’ is how the Yorkshire Post headlined its March 2025 review of this “exciting new venue, combining a stunning cocktail rooftop bar and South Indian tapas right in Leeds City Centre”. A sibling to the well-established Tharavadu on a 300-cover site in Victoria Gate that was formerly Issho (RIP), all the feedback in our annual diners’ poll says a meal here is “absolutely outstanding”: “the food is nothing short of exceptional – flavourful, authentic, and beautifully presented – the setting is vibrant yet elegant and every detail has been thoughtfully curated” – “a must-visit for anyone looking for an unforgettable culinary journey!” (“And it’s perfectly situated for John Lewis!”). Top Menu Tips – “Masala cauliflower, chopped squid masala, lamb pepper fry”; “exceptional Keralan chicken curry”.
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44 Victoria Gate, 3rd Floor George Street, Leeds, LS2 7AU
Uyare Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Excellent higher end version of Tharavadu. slightly pricier, but not massively so. "
"This is not your usual Indian restaurant. The menu being based on Kerala Cuisine and you won’t get your normal chicken tikka masala and balti dishes. The curries are with great flavours. The presentation of the dishes is great and the food is incredibly delicious. The staff were more attentive and friendly. Overall it was a very good experience."
"Unforgettable experience, best rooftop bar & restaurant"
"Uyare was absolutely incredible! From the vibrant ambiance to the exquisite Kerala flavors, every bite felt authentic and delicious. The rooftop views made the experience unforgettable—truly Leeds' hidden gem"
"I recently visited Uyare by Tharavadu and was truly impressed , the restaurant looks absolutely stunning. I especially loved the design of the bar and the overall ambiance. I tried a few cocktails and some items from the bar menu, and everything was amazing. A fantastic experience all around. ????????"
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £35.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £3.50 |
| Service | 10.00% |
44 Victoria Gate, 3rd Floor George Street, Leeds, LS2 7AU
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | CLOSED |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑8 pm |
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