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FOOD & DRINK RESTAURANTS

Most people would associate Bradford with curry...and rightly so. We’ve been awarded curry capital of Britain six times and pride ourselves on the quality of our karahis. But Bradford is also home to a fantastic blend of culinary delights from around the world including some of the best restaurants in the region.

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MAMMA MIA Pizza perfection Mamma Mia has been preparing and serving authentic Italian food in Bradford for over 30 years. Make sure you try their Neopolitanstyle wood-fired pizzas!

3 Upper Piccadilly, Bradford BD1 3PE www.mammamiabradford.co.uk

BISTRO SAIGON Authentic Vietnamese Named after the old name for Ho Chi Minh City, Bistro Saigon is a delightful Vietnamese restaurant serving fantastic food at reasonable prices.

WATERSIDE Canal-side contemporary Located by the canalside in Shipley, Waterside specialises in honest high quality food with the emphasis on flavoursome combinations.

7 Wharf St, Shipley BD17 7DW www.watersideshipley.com

QUINTA A taste of Portugal Quinta brings a taste of Portugal to Ilkley with chef specials such as a 10oz ribeye steak, sardines, tempura octopus, king prawns and the famous Portuguese tart.

10 Wells Rd, Ilkley LS29 9JD www.quintarestaurant.co.uk

BAB TOOMA Middle East feast Authentic Middle Eastern and Syrian cuisine served from an open kitchen. Expect tasty char-grilled kebabs, mezze and delicious salads served up in a relaxing setting.

18 Wilton St, Bradford BD5 0AX

MY LAHORE East meets West My Lahore offers a unique and quirky blend of British and Asian classics. Their colourfully furnished flagship restaurant in Bradford is popular, vibrant and friendly.

52 Great Horton Rd, Bradford BD7 1AL www.mylahore.co.uk

SHIMLA SPICE Curry kings One of Bradford’s most popular curry destinations. The comprehensive menu will cover the needs of any lover of curry.

69 Otley Rd, Shipley BD18 2BJ www.shimlaspice.co.uk/shipley

THE HAWTHORN Class on the cobbles The Hawthorn is a Georgian gem in the heart of Haworth. Enjoy high quality food cooked using the freshest seasonal British produce in a historic Georgian setting.

SANTONI Elegant Italian An elegant and stylish Osteria serving artisan Italian cuisine with a strong focus on the finest imported Italian and seasonal British produce.

23 Airedale Rd, Keighley BD21 4LW www.santoni-osteria.com

TOP TIP Look out for the popular Eat Drink Bradford guides around the city. These little guides include over100 recommended venues to try.

FOOD & DRINK CAFÉS & COFFEE SHOPS

Whether you’re looking for somewhere to grab a morning coffee or a place to enjoy lunch with friends, you won’t be short of choice in Bradford. The city’s cafe culture has improved significantly in recent years meaning you’re never too far from an excellent café or coffee shop.

TAMBOURINE COFFEE Coffee perfection Tambourine is serious about coffee and every cup is prepared with the care it deserves. With beans from some of the best roasters in the country, you can be certain of a tasty brew. 38 Bingley Rd, Saltaire BD18 4RU www.tambourinecoffee.co.uk

10 THE COFFEE HOUSE Passionate about coffee A small, elegant coffee house on Haworth Main Street offering hand-blended coffee, speciality tea and homemade cakes. 10 Main St, Haworth, Keighley, BD22 8DA www.10thecoffeehouse.co.uk

THE CAKE’OLE Cakes in the park The Cake’ole Bradford is located in the stunning City Park and offers a wide selection of colourful cakes and treats also to be found in Keighley. City Park, Bradford BD1 1HY Royal Arcade, Keighley, BD21 3QS

COBBLES & CLAY Crafts and coffee Cobbles & Clay is a café and pottery painting studio at the top of Haworth’s Main Street. Get creative by choosing from a selection of unglazed pottery shapes to paint while having something to eat and drink. 70 Main St, Haworth, Keighley BD22 8DP www.cobblesandclay.co.uk

BETTYS CAFÉ TEA ROOMS Historic tea rooms Historic tea rooms located on The Grove, Ilkley. Bettys have been serving afternoon teas for over 100 years and remain as popular as ever. 32 The Grove, Ilkley LS29 9EE www.bettys.co.uk

TIFFIN COFFEE GRANDE Urban elegance Set within The Broadway shopping complex, Tiffin Grande brings the finest coffee and unbelievable desserts to Bradford City Centre. 32 Charles Street, Broadway, Bradford BD1 1US,

NORDISH Scandinavian cool Nordish is a Scandinavianinspired cafe in the heart of Saltaire, specialising in delicate pastries, stunning salads and authentic cakes and breads.

79 Victoria Rd, Saltaire BD18 3JS

TOAST HOUSE Quirky indie cafe Toast House is a small but perfectly formed independent coffee shop. They celebrate toast in all its wonderful golden glory, using the best bread from local artisan bakeries. 22 Leeds Rd, Ilkley LS29 8DS www.toasthouse.co.uk

PLENTY AT THE SQUARE Plant-based perfection Serving imaginative vegetarian and vegan food, awardwinning coffee, speciality loose-leaf tea and a selection of made-on-the-premises cakes, cordials and preserves. South Square, Thornton BD13 3LD www.plentyatthesquare.co.uk

TOP TIP Check out Edward St. craft bakery in Saltaire, and at various pop up events @edwardstbakery

FOOD & DRINK DRINKS

Whatever your tastes, Bradford is a great place to go out for drinks. From traditional pubs and ale houses to craft bars and cocktail lounges there are plenty of unique and interesting venues to explore.

CAP & COLLAR Small and crafty Cap and Collar specialises in beer and has been entered into the Good Beer Guide for the last four years. There is an ever changing selection of real ales, craft beers and ciders with a focus on the best of British breweries. 4 Queens Rd, Shipley BD18 4SJ

SUNBRIDGEWELLS Underground quarter An underground complex of bars, restaurants and shops right in the centre of Bradford. There are nine independent bars and restaurants all in keeping with the history and ambience of the historic tunnels. Millergate, Bradford, BD1 1SD www.sunbridgewells.com

THE SPARROW The original beer cafe A jewel on North Parade, The Sparrow has been long considered Bradford’s original craft beer bar. 32 North Parade, Bradford BD1 3HZ

THE GIN LOUNGE Sophisticated gin bar Serving a selection of over 200 gins from Yorkshire and around the world. All their gins are served with a range of Fentimans botanically brewed tonics, fresh herbs, fruits and spices. 45 Brook St, Ilkley LS29 8AG

THE FLEECE Traditional ale house A Timothy Taylor pub on Haworth’s famous cobbled main street, The Fleece is an imposing three-storey Victorian building with stone-flagged floors, cosy real fires and traditional home-cooked food. 67 Main St, Haworth, Keighley BD22 8DA

FRIENDS OF HAM Beer and ham Friends of Ham serve a large selection of rotating micro-brewery beers and craft cans. You can also enjoy cured meats and cheeses from artisan producers. 8 Wells Rd, Ilkley LS29 9JD www.friendsofham.com

SALT BAR & KITCHEN Bar & Brewery Housed in a Grade II listed Edwardian tramshed, Salt Bar & Kitchen combines real ales, artisan gin, hop-forward beer from SALT and craft beer from guest breweries, premium wine, à la carte dining and live music. 199 Bingley Road, Saltaire, BD18 4DH www.saltbeerfactory.co.uk

99 & MAIN Classy cocktails Premium cocktail bar offering a quality drinking experience in an intimate and stylish venue, combining classic cocktails with unique inventions. 99 Main St, Bingley BD16 2HT

TOP TIP Check out food & drink events at Keighley & Worth Valley Railway - Sparkle & Steam and Haworth Haddock.

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