I've not yet ventured so far as to eat here, but I have been upstairs for drinks. On the advice of…read more'the best mojito in town' I decided to take a friend along to test that statement. As you enter the ominous opening at the bottom and ascend the stairs you would be forgiven for thinking that upstairs was some terrible dive of a bar, where danger could be lurking. But no, quite the opposite. I was confronted with a rather glitzy bar area, the air of posh all around, and customers wearing distinctly dressier garments than the effective rags I now felt I was draped in. Embarrassment. My friend held similar sentiments. Anyway, off to the bar we trot. I ordered a rasberry mojito, which was the advised drink of choice, and my friend something with a star fruit in it. The mojito was not in fact the best mojito in Leeds. It was slightly too sour, very weak and not very rasberry. Perhaps I had a bad bar tender. My friend's mysterious cocktail was interesting - we mostly enjoyed the star fruit to be honest. So, having been relieved of nearly £15 we vacated, aware of the eyes looking down their noses at our tatty jeans, as we descended the stairs and on into the night. I haven't, needless to say, paid Chino Latino a secondary visit.

The odds don't look great for Chino Latino - both the Chinese and pizza restaurants to the left of…read moreit have shut down, seemingly without a whimper. And looking from the street, Chino Latino doesn't give off the impression of being very 'open' either. Oh, but it is. Chino Latino is the place to go if you like Asian food. Not specifically Indian, not specifically Chinese, not specifically Japanese - Pan-Asian, you know? No? Me neither. But I like it. The decor is gloomy, like the front, but it works. Kind of. The subtle lighting gives Chino Latino an almost glamorous feel, a restaurant that makes you feel like you could be anywhere in the world. That's special.

Highly original cooking exists here in a fusion of east and west style cooking. We had oriental…read moredumplings that had foie gras in them - absolutely mind-blowing. Also recommended is the dried lamd served in lettuce wraps. The menu is unusual but it all works and the service is impeccable. My partner can't eat garlic but the staff waved away our concerns and said there was no problem and they could adapt any dish we required to ensure we were happy. If you fancy a more unsual and adventurous meal there isn't anywhere better in Harrogate. Outstanding.

Yesterday the boyfriend and I travelled to Bradford for the media museum. Essentially I watched him…read moreplay computer games, both 3D and vintage. We then decided to pop over the road for a late lunch at Omar Khan's. It was about three and the place was empty, not surprisingly but also a bit awkwardly. It was a very cosy, quite posh interior and it felt a little as though we were pushing in. I hasten to add that none of that feeling came from the waiter who was attentive without hovering. He also earned points from me by putting us next to the radiator! We both opted for the early bird menu, a starter and a main for 8.50. I decided on aloo patties and a vegetable makhi, the boyfriend chose meat samosas and chicken rogan josh. This was a brave choice for me, i.e. not a korma, but it sounded mild. The starters were lovely, although sadly the boyfriend found a bit of plastic in his salad. It was an unfortunate moment, but the food itself was lovely and the waiter handled it well by giving us drinks on the house. This was a nice change from other responses I have seen from waiting staff when something has gone awry (my favourite being the waitress who when being advised of a silverfish ON the dining table simply squashed it into the tablecloth and then announced 'There are no silverfish in this establishment madam'!). With the mains, we both had an order of pilau rice and a garlic naan. It seemed a lot as it approached the table on a trolley, but it was just the right size. My curry was gorgeous, mild without being insipid with a nice quantity and selection of veg. The garlic naan was slightly crispy but not burned. I was very happy. I may even venture over again, though I may ensure next time that I take a book to carry me through the video game preview.

Yay finally a place that let me create my own curry! I can get my veg and chicken. Went here for…read morelunch with hubby and was happy with the options and food. Nice environment and could be a good date place.

We dine here quite often and I must say...the service and quality is 100% every time!…read more You have to ask them for their special green sauce! The Normans

This is my favourite Indian Restaurant. I have eaten here several times and have carried out curry…read morefrom here almost as many times. The atmosphere is great, the restaurant is well decorated, the staff don't hover and allow you the time you need to order your food. The mixed starter here is the best I have had. They also do a mean balti. Good selection of beers on draft and bottled. Price is at the higher end that I'd be willing to pay but the quality of the food makes it worth it. Service has always been good. Definitely a recommendation.

Kimji is a lovely authentic Korean restaurant in Preston, the food here is amazing; it tastes so…read moregood and has the right amount of spice. The Bulogi here is one of the best I've had, and the kimchi pancake and kimchi are also great. I booked easily online which is recommended if going on a Saturday night as it's not very big but gets quite busy. The portions are generous and although the menu isn't as extensive as some other places, it has a great variety like bibimbap, noodle soups, various starters and a drinks. The service was good, staff were very friendly and the atmosphere is great for a date or a party. Prices are very reasonable too.

From the owner: We are the first dedicated Korean Restaurant in Preston providing the finest dishes Korea has to…read moreoffer and offer customer the best restaurant experience.

The food was great a little more upscale than I am used to but still great. Large portions and…read morefresh ingredients. Staff was excellent and the place was packed. The restaurant has a modern vibe. I would definitely go there again.

Wonderful experience! Cozy yet elegant decor with comfortable banquettes and flowers. Remarkable…read moreappetizers - beautifully served and flavorful. Service is prompt, polite and helpful. We mentioned that we are vegetarian and the host brought out more specific menus showing specific ingredients and potential cross contamination for each dish. For spice enthusiasts, I would ask about the potential to increase levels since the dishes lean toward the tamer side. Lovely.

I've twice ordered from Lahore, and twice thoroughly enjoyed their offerings. It's a little bit…read moredifferent to your average take away, as the menu avoids stacking up the greasy options of donner meat and shit burgers, and veers more towards special grills and other treats. The first meal I had was their lamb chops from the grill, mash, and veg. I have to say, I was really impressed. The lamb chops were cooked beautifully, and had a lovely charcoal grill taste. The mash, which could easily have been smash I suppose, tasted lovely and buttery and the veg were freshly steamed and piping hot. Considering the cost, it was a really decent meal to order for tea - most of the time, getting a take away means eating more than you need, and isn't a healthy option. The second meal I had was their tikka masala. I opted for the chef special version, which was a quid more, just to see how special it was. It was pretty special. Made spicier than usual, it had a nice kick, and was well balanced. The only thing I wished was that it had more sauce for my rice. Chips were good, and plentiful. I'd been piggy, and ordered charcoal paneer too, which was an excellent choice. You get six huge pieces of paneer, herbed and charcoaled, and they were delicious. It all came with three little dips, garlic mayo, raita, and another red minty one, all of which were lush. They even gave me a wee salad box - nice touch! And nice try to keep me healthy, Lahore. Sadly I scoffed the other bits before I could think about being good to myself... Finally, although it's not rocket science, their milkshakes are to die for. I went for the Rolo shake, which was everything I desired it to be - sweet, chocolatey, caramel overtones, and blended really well. It cooled down the curry a treat, and I highly recommend you give 'em a go. I'll let you know - the milkshake actually swung the decision to get Lahore. I love a decent beverage selection! So, if you're in the area, or just want to avoid going shopping - this is a decent spot to grab a bite.

Out of the plethora of take-aways in Leeds, Lahore tends to offer a bit of choice to the hungry…read more The service is generally prompt and their food is good if not excellent. They offer a wide variety of choices to both meat lovers and vegetarians. They now seem to have a wider variety than the traditional Indian takeaway with serving from Flame grilled Steak to the Sponge cakes. Our personal favourite is their biryani and whether you are regular or not, you are served with a smile on their face. Their own website now offers you a loyalty reward system like supermarkets where you can claim points towards free food now. A good place worth trying if you dont really know where to order but still want at least decent food if not excellent

Sakana is pretty amazing for both ambience and food. I enjoyed it that much I have hired the…read moreupstairs for my wedding reception venue. The food is classed as pan asian which is great as I love all asian food. However, the sushi, although very good, I feel it is slightly overpriced for what you get. The duck, especially at lunch, is amazing value though. Plenty for 2 to share. This is definitely a place to try out if you love asian food.

Bit of a disclaimer with this one: sit us in a restaurant with a 50% January discount and of course…read morewe're going to order twice the amount of dishes - but it's healthy, omega-packed Pan-Asian cuisine, so it's completely acceptable... My first visit to Sakana and I was pleasantly surprised at how its interior looked (more so the delicious smells wafting over as you passed by their open kitchen). We were seated in a corner with decent views of the goings-on, and set about conquering the menu - the group was almost military in its tactics, dividing the menu's sections between ourselves to make sure we got to sample lots of different dishes. Three of us ordered a bottle of their house red (a Merlot) which was actually quite good - a bit on the peppery side but I really liked it. The food started to arrive after a bit of a wait, but we'd had some prawn crackers to whet our appetite. The sashimi platter that I ordered for us all to share was a bit disappointing (usual price £28 for 15 pieces). I can't think of anything else that was particularly underwhelming; the combo of orders was all rather good - but the highlights for me were the Taiwanese buns which you could have with shredded duck or pork belly (we ordered both). These were absolutely heavenly, for want of a better word. Service was friendly, if not a tad haphazard at times; it's definitely somewhere to consider for date night. That being said, you'd have to be happy 'flashing the cash' as I don't think it's worth the full price they'd ordinarily be charging diners.