Cafe Residence announces new opening in North Leeds

Leeds café and bar brand Residence has announced plans to expand with a new outlet in Moortown, North Leeds and a new day-to-night concept.

This will be the third location for the popular eatery which already operates thriving cafés in Headingley and Cookridge.

Residence Moortown aims to blend the comfort of a coffee shop with the sophistication of an evening cocktail bar. Customers can expect the same great tasting food and commitment to quality that Residence is loved for, including ethically sourced coffees, homebaked goods, mouth-watering breakfasts and delicious brunch dishes.

Alongside this, its new evening concept will create an atmosphere that takes the bar from relaxed daytime vibes to an elegant and lively nighttime venue with freshly made pizzas and expertly crafted cocktails by skilled bartenders.

Located in the former Barclays Bank building on Harrogate Road, the venue will offer seating for 100 diners and boast contemporary interiors with a blend of cosy and chic design elements.

Additionally, the old bank vault has been creatively repurposed into a traditional-style private dining room offering an intimate and unique dining experience. There will also be an outdoor dining area perfect for lazy al fresco brunches.

Residence began as a small café in Cookridge in 2018. Over the years it has grown into a thriving business focused on delicious food and an excellent customer experience, creating a hub for community connection and quality offerings.

Speaking about the expansion Residence general manager, Nate Smith, said: “We are always looking to improve and evolve our offer, and we are really excited to bring something a bit different to customers with this new dual-purpose venue.

“Moortown is an energetic and vibrant neighbourhood which makes it the ideal location for our expansion and new concept, and we are very much looking forward to revealing all to our customers.”